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19941130 - Agendas Packet - Board of Directors (BOD) - 94-30
Open Space MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT Meeting 94-30 SPECIAL MEETING BOARD OF DIRECTORS AGENDA* 7:30 P.M. 330 Distel Circle i Wednesday Los Altos, California November 30, 1994 i (7:30) ROLL CALL ** ORAL COMMUNICATIONS -- Public j ADOPTION OF AGENDA *** _ ADOPTION OF CONSENT CALENDAR - G. Babbitt i *** APPROVAL OF MINUTES November 9, 1994 (Consent Item) i *** WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS (Consent Item) BOARD BUSINESS *** n Approve an Amendment to the Lease Agreement with San 1. Authorization to g PP � Mateo County for the Rolfe Repeater Site at Russian Ridge Open Space Preserve -- C. Britton Resolution Approving and Authorizing Acceptance of an Amendment to the Lease Agreement with San Mateo County for the Lease of the Rolfe Repeater Site, and Authorizing Officer to Execute the Amendment (Russian Ridge Open Space Preserve - Rolfe Repeater Site) *** 2. Authorization to Execute Contribution Agreement with Department of Transportation to Plant Oaks on St. Joseph's Hill Open Space Preserve and Provide $45,750 to the District for Other Restoration and Trail Projects in the Area -- C. Britton *** 3. Approval to Submit Land and Water Conservation Fund Grant Application for $312,500 to Fund the Saratoga Summit Gateway Project -- C. Britton Resolution Approving the Application for Land and Water Conservation Funds Saratoga Summit Gateway Project 330 Distel Circle Los Altos, California 94022-1404 Phone: 415-691-1200 * FAX:415-691-0485 Board of Directors:Pete Siemens,Robert M(Kibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Wim de Wit Meeting 94-30 Page 2 4. Authorization for General Manager to Execute a Contract, Not to Exceed $10,000, with Enshallah Developments to Assist the District with the Validation of Salable Parcels for the Surplus Property at Teague Hill Open Space Preserve -- C. Britton (7:40) 5. Approval of Amendment to Land Exchange Agreement to Effect Lot Line Adjustment to Kennedy Road Entrance to Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve, Including Acceptance of an Open Space Easement Over Portions of Adjacent Property -- C. Britton Resolution Approving and Authorizing Acceptance of an Amended Agreement to Exchange Interests in Real Property, Authorizing Officer to Execute a Deed for the Real Property Being Released, Authorizing Officer to Execute Certificate of Acceptance of Grant to District (Deed and Conservation and Open Space Easement) and Authorizing General Manager to Execute Any and All Other Documents Necessary or Appropriate to the Transaction (Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve - Lands of Ireland) (7:45) INFORMATIONAL REPORTS -- Directors and Staff REVISED CLAIMS Consent Item) CLOSED SESSION 1. Public Employment - Government Code Section 54957 a. Public Employee Performance Evaluation - General Manager ADJOURNMENT *NOTE. Times are estimated and items may appear earlier or later than listed. Agenda is subject to change of order. TO ADDRESS THE BOARD: The Chair will invite public comment on agenda items at then time each item is considered by the Board of Directors. You may address the Board concerning other matters during oral communications. Each speaker will ordinarily be limited to 3 minutes. Alternately, you may comment to the Board by a written communication, which the Board appreciates. ***All items on the consent calendar shall be approved without discussion by one motion unless a Board member removes an item from the consent calendar for separate discussion. A member of the -public may request under oral communications that an item be removed from the consent calendar. it t Open Space MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT 201 San Antonio Circle,Suite C-135 Mountain View,California 94040 Phone:(415)949-5500 FAX:(415)949-5679 General Manager:Herbert Grench Board of Directors:Katherine Duffy,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Richard Bishop Meeting 94-30 Page 3 NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETINGS There will be a Special Board Meeting on Wednesday, December 7, 1994 at 7:30 P.M. at the Town of Los Gatos Council Chambers, 110 East Main Street, for the purpose of reviewing the request for proposals for the building and facilities at the former Almaden Air Force Station, Mt. Umunhum, Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve. The Legislative, Finance, and Public Affairs Committee will meet on Wednesday, December 20, 1994 at 1:30 P.M. at the District Office. Open Space MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT • 4 • Phone: 4 - • F 41 4 - 201 San Antonio Circle Suite C-135 Mountain View California 940 0 o e ( 15)949 5500 FAX:( 5)9 9 5679 , General Manager:Herbert Grench Board of Directors:Katherine Duffy,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Richard Bishop Open Space A ............. —---------- MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT Meeting 94-29 REGULAR AND SPECIAL MEETING BOARD OF DIRECTORS November 9, 1994 MINUTES I. ROLL CALL President Ginny Babbitt called the Special Meeting to order at 6:45 P.M. Members Present: Ginny Babbitt, Pete Siemens, Nonette Hanko, Betsy Crowder, Robert McKibbin, and Wim de Wit. Member Absent: Teena Henshaw. Personnel Present: Craig Britton, Jean Fiddes, Michael Foster, and Sue Schectman. H. CLOSED SESSION G. Babbitt stated that the Board would be meeting in Closed Session for the purpose of discussing Special Meeting agenda items number one and two. The Board recessed to the Closed Session Special Meeting at 6:45 P.M. The Special Meeting was adjourned at 7:37 P.M. when G. Babbitt called the Regular Meeting to order. Additional Personnel Present: John Escobar, Malcolm Smith, Randy Anderson, Mary Gundert, and Susan Dale. III. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Harry Haeussler, 1094 Highland Circle, Los Altos, questioned whether equestrians were welcome to attend on-site workshops. R. Anderson responded equestrians do attend and are welcome although advance notice is suggested to ensure parking availability. IV. ADOPTION OF AGENDA G. Babbitt announced the necessity to appoint a Secretary Pro Tempore. Director Crowder volunteered to act as Secretary Pro Tempore for the November 9, 1994 meeting. C. Britton announced agenda number three, Approval of Amendment to Land Exchange Agreement to Effect Lot Line Adjustment to Kennedy Road Entrance to Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve, Including Acceptance of an Open Space Easement Over Portions of Adjacent Property, required a unanimous vote and 330 Distel Circle * Lo 3, California 94022-1404 * Phone: 41 1-1200 o FAX: 415-691-0485 Board of Directors:Pett ens,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt, Noitette Hanko, Betsy Crowder,Wini de Wit Meeting 94-29 page 2 requested this item be deferred to a future meeting when all Board members were present. Motion: P. Siemens moved that the Board adopt the agenda as revised. R. McKibbin seconded the motion. The motion passed 6 to 0. V. ADOPTION OF CONSENT CALENDAR P. Siemens requested the written communication response to Bob Gorman, 871 Green Avenue, San Bruno be removed from the consent calendar, and W. de Wit requested Revised Claims 94-29 be removed from the consent calendar. Motion: B. Crowder moved that the Board adopt the consent n p t calendar as revised including approval of minutes dated October 26, 1994; approval of the response to the written communication dated October 22, 1994 from Mary Reeve 23555 Mt. Eden Road, Saratoga; and agenda item one, Informational Report on Annual Seasonal Trail Closures; and agenda item number seven, Scheduling of December 7 Special Meeting in Los Gatos to Review the Request for Proposals for the Buildings and Facilities at the Former Almaden Air Force Station, Mt. Umunhum, Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve. P. Siemens seconded the motion. The motion passed 6 to 0. VI. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS P. Siemens called attention to the response to Mr. Gorman's written communication noting Mr. Gorman's name was misspelled in the salutation. Motion: N. Hanko moved that the Board approve the response to Mr. Gorman's November 10 written communication as corrected. P. Siemens seconded the motion. The motion passed 6 to 0. VIL BOARD BUSINESS A. Status of Existing Land Purchase Options and Proposed Action to Either Exercise or Attempt to Renegotiate Those Property Purchase Opportunities (Report R-94-116) C. Britton reviewed in detail the status of the existing land purchase options and recommended action as shown in the Current Options - As A Result of CALPAW '94 (Proposition 180, Planning Efforts Chart contained in staff report. Motion: N. Hanko moved that the Board approve the recommendations of the staff report for disposition of each of ten option opportunities. B. Crowder seconded the motion. The motion i Meeting 94-29 Page 3 passed 6 to 0. G. Babbitt left the meeting at 8:00 P.M. B. Approval of Grant Application to the Environmental Enhancement and Mitigation Program for Sierra Azul Resource Lands Project (Report R-94-112� R. Anderson explained this is a reapplication to the Environmental Enhancement and Mitigation Program for $207,400 which includes acquisition of properties in the Limekiln Canyon and Soda Springs Canyon Area. He reported two trailhead staging areas would be developed along with construction of pedestrian and bicycle trails. Motion: B. Crowder moved that the Board adopt Resolution 94-39, a Resolution of the Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District Approving the Application for the Environmental Enhancement and Mitigation Program for the Sierra Azul Resource Lands Project. N. Hanko seconded the motion. The motion passed 5-0. C. Approval of Proposed Amendment to El Corte de Madera Open Space Preserve Use and Management Plan to Include a Demonstration Trail Realignment Project eport R-94-115) M. Gundert highlighted the staff report noting that the demonstration trail project involves the closure of several sections of the unauthorized trail system on the preserve and realignment of other sections. N. Hanko noted that the trail alignment project was on a portion of the Hosking parcel not yet acquired by the District. R. McKibbin expressed concern over the preserve becoming criss-crossed with numerous trails and the cost of maintaining these trails. Harry Haeussler voiced concerns as to how the District will keep users off unauthorized trails. Berry Stevens of ROMP said that the approach used for the demonstration trail realignment project was an excellent example of the District working with users which will result in cooperation and success. He conveyed ROMP's wishes to work with the District regarding maintenance of trails and suggested an "adopt a trail" program. Motion: R. McKibbin moved that the Board tentatively adopt the amendment to the Use and Management Plan for El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve to include the demonstration trail realignment project, and that upon completion of the project, the new trail realignment will be incorporated into the existing trail plan as a multi-use trail. W. de Wit seconded the motion. The motion passed 5-0. Meeting 94-29 Page 4 i D. Approval of Minor Modifications to Standard District Preserve Entrance Signs Report R-94-113) N. Hanko reported the Legislative, Finance, and Public Affairs Committee had approved staffs recommendation that for any new preserve entrance signs, the District name should be significantly increased in type size and the preserve name italicized. C. Britton clarified that this is strictly a replacement program and the entrance sign to Purisima Creek Redwoods Open Space Preserve was chosen as the first to be replaced. Harry Haeussler suggested the District name should be changed for easier public identification, map boxes should be installed at more preserve entrances, including the Alpine Road end of Windy Hill Open Space Preserve, and libraries be provided with updated preserve maps. Motion: N. Hanko moved that the Board approve the proposed sed minor PP P modifications to the standard preserve entrance sign layout. R. McKibbin seconded the motion. The motion passed 5 to 0. VIH. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS C. Britton introduced Mary Davey who stated she was delighted that the voters elected her their new Ward 2 director. N. Hanko recognized Steve Washwell for his interest in the District during his campaign for Director of Ward 2, and R. McKibbin recognized Directors Crowder and Siemens on their re-election. C. Britton reported that: 1) the Jarvis group is working on an initiative to close the gap for the purported misuse of Maintenance Assessment Districts and Benefit Assessment Districts; 2) he attended the Land Trust Alliance National Conference in Chattanooga, Tennessee where he met Molly Beatty, Director of U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service and Michael Fisher the CEO for Coastal Conservancy. He said he attended an ISTEA seminar on grants and a seminar on local funding issues and tax strategies. R. Anderson reported that: 1) he attended the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors hearing on the Alternative Funding Committee Report which was accepted and supported enthusiastically, and 2) he now has a draft proposal on the GIS project. J. Escobar reported on bicycle accidents at Rancho San Antonio and Saratoga Gap Open Space Preserves and distributed copies of the new Volunteer Handbook. C. Britton reported a bid was received for less than $14,000 for the St. Joseph's Hill Open Space Preserve fence project. P. Siemens suggested the fence be coated in black vinyl to be less obtrusive. Meeting 94-29 Page 5 IX. REVISED CLAIMS W. de Wit requested more information on claim 6679 to the California Department of Water Resources. J. Escobar responded this is an annual permit fee for dams in Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve. B. Crowder requested more information on claim 6741 to Teater & Etc. for graphic design. M. Smith responded this is for graphics design work for the District's new visitor map. W. de Wit requested more information on claim 6738 for consulting services by Jana Sokale. R. Anderson responded this is for consulting services for exhibits at the Daniel's Nature Center at Skyline Ride n Preserve.ky g Open Space ese e. Motion: R. McKibbin moved that the Board approve Revised Claims 94-20. W. de Wit seconded the motion. The motion passed 5-0. X. SPECIAL MEETING CLOSED SESSION (Continued G. Babbitt announced the Board would reconvene the Special Meeting Closed Session to continue discussion of Special Meeting agenda item one. The Regular Meeting was adjourned at 9:17 P.M. when the Board reconvened the Special Meeting Closed Session. XI. ADJOURNMENT The Special Meeting Closed Session was adjourned at 10:15 P.M. Susan Dale Recording Secretary I Open Space R-94-121 MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT Meeting 94-30 November 30, 1994 AGENDA ITEM Approve an Amendment to the Lease Agreement with San Mateo County for the Rolfe Repeater Site at the Russian Ridge Open Space Preserve f GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION Adopt the accompanying Resolution Approving and Authorizing Acceptance of the First Amendment to the Lease Agreement with San Mateo County for the Rolfe Repeater Site at Russian Ridge Open Space Preserve. DISCUSSION On September 22, 1993, you approved the acquisition of a 32-acre parcel from George and Adele Norton as an addition to Russian Ridge Open Space Preserve (see report R-93-105). As a part of that transaction, the District became the successor to a Lease Agreement for a communications site, the lessee is San Mateo County. The Lease Agreement contains certain provisions that were less than desirable to the District, including a below market rental rate, the obligation to maintain the access road to the site, and little control over the physical location of communications ground support equipment. The proposed amendment to the lease rectifies these conditions by changing the rental rate to current market rates, relieving the District of responsibility for maintaining the access road, and giving the District the right to approve the physical location of equipment placement within the lease area. In exchange, San Mateo County receives two five-year renewal options, at market rates, and the option to terminate without penalty after October 31, 1997 (the half-way point of the current term). Prepared by: Merwin A. Mace, Real Property Consultant Contact person: L. Craig Britton, General Manager 330 Distel Circle a Los Altos, California 94022-1404 Phone: 415-691-1200 FAX:415-691--0485 e Board of Directors:Pete Siemens,Robert McKibhin, Ieena Nenshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Fla nko,Betsy Crowder,Wim de Wit RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT WITH SAN MATEO COUNTY FOR THE LEASE OF THE ROLFE REPEATER SITE, AND AUTHORIZING OFFICER TO EXECUTE THE AMENDMENT (RUSSIAN RIDGE OPEN SPACE PRESERVE - ROLFE REPEATER SITE) The Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District does resolve as follows: Section One. The Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District does hereby accept the Amendment to the Lease Agreement with San Mateo County for the Rolfe Repeater Site, a copy of which is attached hereto and by reference made a part hereof, and authorizes the President or appropriate officers to execute the Agreement on behalf of the District. Section Two. The General Manager of the District shall cause to be given appropriate notice of acceptance to Lessee. The General Manager is further authorized to execute any and all other documents necessary or appropriate to the transaction. Section Three. The Board of Directors finds that accepting the First Amendment to the Lease Agreement with San Mateo County is in accordance with the Basic Policy of the District and is not detrimental to the open space character of Russian Ridge Open Space Preserve. I� FIRST AMENDMENT TO LEASE AGREEMENT (Lease No. 1013) This Agreement, dated for reference purposes only, this day of 1994, between COUNTY OF SAN MATEO, a political subdivision of the State of California n P("Tenant"),a ), and MID PENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT ("Landlord") successor in interest to George H. Norton and Adele Norton, mutuallyr follows: o 0 oagree as 9 1. Recitals. This Agreement is made with reference to the following facts and 9 9 objectives: (a) Landlord and-Tenant entered into a written lease dated October 27, 1992 ("the Lease"), in which Landlord leased to Tenant, and Tenant leased from Landlord, certain premises described in Exhibit "A" together with a 20-foot wide easement for ingress and egress to the premises described in Exhibit "B," County of San Mateo, California. (b) The Landlord, George H. Norton and Adele Norton, sold the property to the MidPeninsula Regional Open Space District on September 30, 1993. (c) The term of the Lease is ten (10) years, commenced on November 1, 1992. (d) The parties desire to amend the Lease in several respects. 2. Option to Extend Term. Add new Section 5 as follows: 5. Option to Extend Term. Provided Tenant is not in default and breach of this Lease, Tenant shall have the option to renew this Lease for two (2) additional five (5) year period under the same terms, covenants and conditions (except Rental as specified below) by giving notice to Landlord at least one hundred twenty (120) days prior to the expiration date of this Lease (or renewal date, as applicable). The monthly rental shall be based upon the then current fair market rental rates for like space and facilities in the County, determined and agreed by both parties at least ninety (90) days prior to the commencement of the extension period. No option to renew shall be contained in the option period of the Lease Agreement. - 1 - I 3. Option to Terminate. Add new Section 6 as follows: 6. Option to Terminate. After October 31, 1997, Tenant shall have the option to terminate this Lease at any time, at will and without cause by giving written notice to the Landlord at least one hundred twenty (120) day in advance of said date. 4. -Base Annual Rent. Section 7 shall be amended to increase the rental from Four Thousand Eight Hundred Fifty Dollars ($4,850) per annum to Sixteen Thousand Eight Hundred Dollars ($16,800) per annum commencing November 1, 1995, and to substitute Landlord as follows: The said rental shall be paid to Landlord at: MidPeninsula Regional Open Space District 330 Distel Circle Los Altos, CA 94022-1404 5. Cost of Living Rental Adjustments. Section 8 shall be deleted in its entirety, and there shall be inserted in its place the following: . 8. COST OF LIVING RENTAL ADJUSTMENTS. The rental specified in Section 7 shall be subject to- adjustment at the commencement of the fifth (5th) year of the term (November 1, 1996) and each year thereafter, including any option periods, on November 1 ("the adjustment date") as follows: The base for computing the adjustment is the Consumer Price Index (all urban consumers; 1982-84=100) for the San Francisco-Oakland Metropolitan Area, published by the United States Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics ("Index"), which is published for October, 1992 ("Beginning Index"). If the Index published for the month of October prior to each adjustment date ("Extension Index") has increased over the Beginning Index, the rental for the following year (until the next adjustment) shall be set by multiplying the rental sent forth in Section 7 ($16,800) by a fraction, the numerator of which is the Extension Index and the denominator of which is the Beginning Index (see formula below). In no case shall the adjusted rental after each adjustment be more than five percent of the rental in effect prior to the adjustment, nor shall the rental ever to less than three percent of the rental in effect prior to the adjustment. - 2 - If the index is changed so that the base year differs from that used as of October, 1992, the Index shall be converted in accordance with the conversion factor published by the United States Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics. If the Index is discontinued or revised during the term, such other government index or computation with which it is replaced shall be used in order to obtain substantially the same result as would be obtained if the Index had not been discontinued or revised. Formula: Base Rent x Extension Index = Adjusted Rent (New Rent) Beginning Index 6. Use. Section 9 shall be deleted in its entirety and there shall be inserted in its place the following: 9. Use. Tenant shall use the premises exclusively for the purpose of constructing, operating, and maintaining equipment structures and communications towers with antennas thereon, for the operation of a repeater station. Tenant shall not use or permit the Premises to be used for any other purpose without the prior written consent of Landlord. 7. Access Road Maintenance. Section 13 shall be deleted in its entirety and there shall be inserted in its place the following new section. 13. Access Road Maintenance. Tenant agrees to grade, fill in chuck holes and maintain the access road (20 foot-wide easement marked "Right of Way for Access") to the tenant's premises described in Exhibit "B." The standard of maintenance, as determined by Tenant, shall be such as to provide adequate access from the existing road to tenant's premises by 2-wheel drive pickup truck. 8. Assignment and Subletting. Section 20 shall be deleted in its entirety and there shall be inserted in its place the following new section: 20. Assignment and Subletting. Tenant shall not assign, or encumber its interest in this Lease or in the Premises without Landlord's consent, which consent shall not be unreasonably withheld. Any assignment or encumbrance without Landlord's consent shall be voidable and, at Landlord's election, shall constitute a default. No consent to any assignment or encumbrance shall constitute a further waiver of provisions of this section. Tenant shall have the right to - 3 - sublease or issue permits on all or any part of the premises at any time during the term hereof or any extension thereof for a compatible use. In recognition that Landlord owns the property adjacent to the Lease Premises as part of an open space preserve, Tenant will consult with Landlord regarding the physical location of any new equipment to be installed on the Premises, prior to any such installation, and by so doing attempt to minimize the visual impact of such new equipment on the preserve insofar as practical. Tenant shall provide Landlord with a copy of the sublease or permit agreement upon execution by Tenant and the sub-Tenant or Permittee. 9. Effectiveness of Lease. Except as set forth in this Agreement, all the other provisions of the Lease shall remain unchanged and in full force and effect "LANDLORD" By President, Board of Directors "TENANT" By President, Board of Supervisors County of San Mateo Resolution No. ATTEST: Richard L. Silver Clerk of the Board bs6891 rb.amd - 4 - Open Space MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT R-94-118 Meeting 94-30 November 30, 1994 AGENDA ITEM Cooperative Agreement with Caltrans for Oak Mitigation Project at St. Joseph's Hill Open Space Preserve GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION Authorize the President of the Board to sign the Contribution Agreement permitting the Department of Transportation to plant approximately 1000 oaks on St. Joseph's Hill and providing $45,750 to the District for other restoration and trail realignment projects in the preserve- DISCUSSION This cooperative project has been in planning stages for the past two years. The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has undertaken a project to construct an overcrossing, interchange, and frontage roads on Highway 17 at Bear Creek Road, adjacent to Lexington Reservoir. This is the same project for which the District was awarded a Mitigation Enhancement grant last year to purchase land in nearby Limekiln Canyon. A reapplication of this grant has been submitted this year to purchase land in Soda Springs Canyon. Construction on the project started in summer 1994 and the first phase is expected to be completed in summer 1995. The project will require the use of several acres of Lexington County g Park including some filling of the reservoir, and the removal of an oak woodland area. iPAs the mitigation for the oak woodland removal Caltrans is required b the Department of Fish �1 Y and Game to plant a larger number of oak trees nearby and to maintain them for a number of years until they are established. District staff arranged with Caltrans staff and consultants that the mitigation could occur in an area on the south side of St. Joseph's Hill that was once oak woodland. This area had been converted to vineyards and has been slow to recover since cultivation was stopped several decades ago. As compensation for the right to plant oaks in an area of approximately 5.44 acres determined to have the most suitable soils, Caltrans will pay $45,750 to the District for other erosion control, trail realignment, and revegetation projects at St. Joseph's Hill. These projects are anticipated to be completed in 1994 and 1995. The attached agreement is consistent with the conceptual project approved at your February 9, 1994 meeting, (see report R-94-05)and the Use and Management Plan for St. Josephs Hill Open 330 Distel Circle o Los Altos, California 94022 1404 * Phone:415-691-1200 o FAX: 415-691-0485 130ard of Directors:Pete Siemens,Robert Mt:Kibbin, leena Nenshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nanette I lanko,Betsy Crowder,Wim de Wit I R-94-118 Page two Space Preserve, which was updated to incorporate this mitigation project and the related restoration work, at your meeting on June 8, 1994 (see report R-94-70). There may be some non-substantive changes in the agreement, and I request you authorize legal counsel to approve them in your behalf prior to the Board President executing the agreement. Prepared by: Randy Anderson, Planning Manager Contact person: Same as above - — T-N--14-'00 ?NU 0< : 3 ID: TEL NO: 0351 F02 - 4-SCL-17-5.00 4273-214421 Mitigation Site from Space Dist. Dist. Agmt. No. 4-1570-C Document No. SCL-43 CONTR I SUT I ON AGRE$MElVT This AGREEMENT, entered into on is between the STATE or CALIFORNIA, acting by and through its De- partment of Transportation, referred to herein as STATE, and MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT, a District in State of California, referred to herein as "DISTRICT". RECITALS (1) Pursuant to Fish and Game Code Sections 1601 and is required b the De and 16Q3 STATE Department of Fish a C3atrne to de- � Y p i valop a nearby site as a mitigation measure to replace oak woodland areas impacted by construction of STATE' s project on State Highway 17 near Lexington Reservoir. (2) DISTRICT has offered STATE the use of St.Joseph's Hill Open Space Preserve, referred to herein as MITIGATION SITE, to develop the oak woodland site, referred to hereinafter as MIT- I3ATION IMPROVEMENTS. (3) STATE has accepted DISTRICT's demand to compensate DISTRICT for STATE' s use of the MITIGATION SITE by contributing a Jump sum amount for improvements to be performed -by DISTRICT on st.ioaeph' s Hill open Space Preserve an . described below and henceforth referred to herein as "IMPROVEMENTS". -1- JJN--14-'OEM THIJ 04:34 I D: TEL HD: H351 F03 District Agreement No. 4-1570-C A. Construction of new road and trail to the top of the hill. B. Repair of an eroded gully, including reseeding and erosion control C. Scarification, :seeding, and erosion control of closed roads, trails and disturbed areas D. Fencing and signing of closed areas and trails i E. Construction of a new loop trail on the north side of the hill (4) STATE and DISTRICT, pursuant to Streets and High- ways Code Section 114, are authorized to enter into a Cooperative Agreement to develop a mitigation site and to construct MITI- CATION IMPROVEMENTS needed by STATE and IMPROVEMENTS required by DISTRICT on DISTRICT's property referred to herein jointly as "PROJECT". (5) STATE and DISTRICT have negotiated and finalised the terms for STATE to construct MITIGATION IMPROVEMENTS upon the MITIGATION SITE as delineated on Attachment A, Map of STATE Miti- gation Site incorporated herein by reference and for DISTRICT to -2- . JUN-14-'00 7HU 04:2F- I D: TEL NO: U351 F04 District Agreement No. 4-1570-C i construct IMPROVEMENTS as delineated on Attachment B, Map of DIS- TRICT Improvements Project, incoporated herein by refernce. (5) The parties hereto intend to define herein the terms and conditions under which IMPROVEMENTS and MITIGATION IM- PROVEMENTS, collectively the PROJECT, are to be constructed, fi- nanced, and maintained. ,I SRCTI_ Nt N IDISTRICT AQUKS_.-_ i (1) To construct IMPROVEMENTS, in a manner that does not conflict with STATE' s work to construct MITIGATION IMPROVE- MENTS within the same work areas. � (2) Upon completion and acceptance of the IMPROVEMENTS construction contract by DISTRICT, to furnish STATIC with a com- plate set of any plans that are prepared by DISTRICT for IMPROVE- MENTS. (3) The: total construction cast of all authorised IM- PROVEMENTS is estimated as $45,750 and if the actual cost exceeds this amount, DISTRICT shall bear all excess Coat. (4) To retain or cause to be retained for audit by STATE or other government auditors for a period of four (4) years ! from the date of the completion of the construction, all records and accounts relating to the construction of IMPROVEMENTS. JJ4-14-'00 7HU 0z:2E ID: TEL NO: U351 FOS District Agreement No. 4-1570-C (5) To maintain MITIGATION IMPROVEMENTS at no cost to STATE once the successful establishment of vegetation has been achieved and the project has been accepted an ESTABLISHED by the Department of Fish and Game. (6) To protect in perpetuity the integrity of MITI- GATION IMPROVEMENTS and prohibit projects and activities that will adversely affect its overall quality and mitigation success. (7) STATE is hereby granted a temperofry permission to enter upon the MITIGATION SITE for the limited purpose- of con- struction using a contractor, the proposed MITIGATION IMPROVE- MENTS. The permission to enter shall terminate upon verification by the Department of Fish and Game that successful establishment of the MITIGATION IMPROVEMENTS vegetation has occurred, SECTION II STAT1R AGREES (1} To pay DISTRICT, within twenty-five (25) days of receipt of billing therefor, which billing will be forwarded 15 days after the completAon of the construction for IMPROVEMENTS, the amount of $45,750, which figure represents the maximum total amount of STATE' s contribution towards the cost of IMPROVEMENTS to be performed by DISTRICT. (2) At no cost to DISTRICT, to construct MITIGATION IM- PROVEMENTS, using STATE'S contractor and to maintain plantings -4- JUN-14-'00 THU 04:0~ ID: TEL 140: H351 Fob District Agreement No. 4-1570-C until the department of Fish and Game verifies that successful establishment has been achieved . SECTION iII IT 19 IdtMALLY AGRUDJ (1) All obligations of STATE under the terns of this Agreement are subject to the appropriation of resources by the Legislature and the . allocation of resources by the California Transportation Commission. (2) The parties hereto will carry out PROJECT in ac- cordance with this Agreement and as detailed in the attachments to this agreement with are made a part hereof. (3) If any existing public end/or private utility fa- cilities conflict with the construction of IMPROWMENTS, DISTRICT shall make all necessary arrangements with the owners of such fa- cilitl.es for their protection, relocation or removal. DISTRICT shall inspect the protection, relocation or removal of such fa- cilities. If there are co6trs of such protection, relocation or removal total cost will be borne by DISSTRICT. If any existing public and/or private utility facilities conflict with the con- struction of MITIGATION IMPROVEMENTS, STATE shall make all neces- nary arrangements with the owners of such facilities for their protection, relocation or removal.. If any protection, relocation or removal of utilities is required for MITIGATION IMPROVEMENTS, ouch work shall be performed by STATE in accordance with STATE policy and total coat thereof (shall be borne by STATE. -5- Ji N-la-'00 THU 01:0- M: TEL NO: M351 F0 ' - District Agreement No. 4-1570-C (4)After the ouaoesaful establishment of MITIGATION IM- PROVEMENTS as approved by the Department of Fish and Game, DIS- TRICT will accept control of and maintain, at its own costs and expense, all MITIGATION IMPROVEMENTS constructed under this Agreement. (S) Upon completion of all work under this Agreement, ownership and title to all MITIGATIONI IMPROVEMENTS and IMPROVE- MENTS installed will automatically be vested in DISTRICT. No fur- ther agreement will be necessary to transfer ownership to DISTRICT. (6) Nothing in the provisions of this Agreement is in- tended to create duties or obligations to or rights in third par- ties not parties to this Agreement or affect the legal liability of either party to the Agreement by imposing any standard of care with respect to the maintenance of PROJECT different from the standard of care imposed by law. (7) Neither STATE nor any officer or employee thereof is responsible for any damage or liability occurring by reason of anything done or omitted to be done by DISTRICT under or in con- nection with any work, authority or jurisdiction delegated to DISTRICT under this Agreement. It is understood and agreed that, pursuant to Government Code Section 895.4, DISTRICT shall fully defend, indemnify and save harmless the State of California, all officers$ +rxrsd employees from all claims, suits or actions of every name, kind and description brought for or on account of injury (as defined in Government Code Section 810.8) occurring by reason -- JUN-14-'00 T HU Ems:::2 I D: TEL NO: tt,5i FO:3 Diatrict Agreement No. 4-1570-C of anything done or omitted to be done by DISTRICT under or in Y 4 work, authority or jurisdiction delegated to connection with any w , Y j DISTRICT under this Agreement. (8) Neither DISTRICT nor any officer or employee thereof is responsible for any damage or liability occurring by reason of anything done or omitted to be done by STATE under or in connection with any work, authority or jurisdiction delegated to STATE under this Agreement. It is understood and agreed that, pursuant to Government Code Section 895.4, STATE shall fully de- fend, indemnify and save harmless the DISTRICT from all claims, suits or actions of every name, kind and description brought for or on account of injury (as defined in Government Code Section 810.8) occurring by reason of anything done or omitted to be done by STATE under or in connection with any work, authority or ju- risdiction delegated to STATE under this Agreement. (9) No alteration or variation of the terms of this Agreement shall be valid unless made in writing and signed by the parties hereto, and no oral understanding or agreement not incor- porated herein shall be binding on any of the parties hereto. (10) Execution of this Agreement by DISTRICT grants to STATE the right to enter upon D1STR1CT owned lands and maintain MITIGATION IMPROVEMXNTS during the required plant establishment period. (11) Each party shall be responsible for obtaining any licenses, permits or approvals required by any other govern- mental entites for construction of that party's improvements pur- -7- --- JUhJ-14-'Cyr THU 04:127C-� ID: TEL NO: U351 F09 District Agreement No. 4-1570-C suant to this agreement. Each party will bear its own costs of obtaining and complying with any such approval. (12) This Agreement shall terminate upon completion of construction of MITIGATION IMPROVEMENTS and upon final payment to DISTRICT by STATE, pursuant to Sectlon II, Article (1) of this Agreement, or on September 30, 2000, whichever is earlier in time. I JUN-14-'00 THJ Opt:2r-- ID: TEL HO: #351 F10 District Agreement No. 4-1570-C STATE OF CALIFORNIA KIt}PENI 2iS1JLA FtEGZOtQAaL, OPE N Department of Transportation, SPACE DISTRICT JAILS W. VAN LOBEN EELS Director of Transportation APPROVED AS TO FORM SUe SchoctMan, District Counsel By District Division Chief RREC8MM ZZ) FOR APPROVAL APPROVED AS TO FORM AND PROCEDURE L. Craig Britton General Manager ATTORNEY APPROVED AND ACCEPTED Department of Transportation CERTITIND AS TO FUNDS AND PROCEDURE Virginal A. Babbitt President, Board of Directors ATTEST: District Accounting A iniatrator Jean H. Fiddes, District Clark • • �1 OMA FAA A �/ A IPA Will FRI 4 r;WijWIN ��j��I/�%����i�//�iii �oij/ lillIq a � � LEGEND . •,`! . ExistingMulti-Us Trail e s W��.- Proposed Multi-Use Trails " ! '" ►' 4/l/M/ CI osed Trails To Be Restored ka _� ' —x— Temporary Fence Barrier III � • � �, +�«-• ® Restoration Areas ` " ® Trail Segment e; -- -�_.�--Baer—' _ -_ ;�•- 17 • ... d .yY,.ro,.` .�^•�a ,•.,gr�e:.r - `v' _'�` •vet r Aa 8 1 � YI►� 2, F l r .P •R W. �,4 f �2 i �..... •:' tie.. � - �� � �� « JL � I � - A� 6 x ' 22 , L� } � � .,,,SDI o +,•• aY' � 14 ' 10 x W. a t = �OA MITIGATION --- -- - %" .�x ��" .• ' AREA REVEr . I rc; GETATE 3� 1 Ry CjE I�+�R �g (See Attachment A) PISTOL _RANGE ^ —_ AND UNOFFICIAL TRAILS W, 4� h: '► f Zz. \ f :by,' k`e �;@ �10 0.05_ 0. a0.2 -- ATTACHMENT B Nov 1994 MAP OF DISTRICT IMPROVEMENT PROJECT ST. JOSEPH'S HILL OPEN SPACE PRESERVE LOS GATOS, CA Open Space P P 1 R-94-120 MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT Meeting 94-30 November 30, 1994 AGENDA ITEM Land and Water Conservation Fund Reapplication for the Saratoga Summit Gateway Project I GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION Adopt the attached Resolution of the Board of Directors of the Mid ninsula Regional n Space District Approving the Application for Land and Water Conservation Funds for the Saratoga Summit Gateway Project. DISCUSSION i Land and Water Conservation Fund The Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) is a federal grant program administered in California by the State Department of Parks and Recreation. The fund assists agencies in acquiring and developing parks for public recreation purposes. It is a competitive program guided by specific criteria. Approximately $500,000 is available for public agency projects in Northern California for the 1994-1995 grant program. Applications are due on December 1, 1994. The amount of funds available through this program has been significantly reduced, increasing the competitiveness of the program. Only projects reflecting the highest priorities identified in the program's criteria have been funded. Their top priority recreational activities include (1) camping in developed campsites; (2) trail hiking; (3) bird watching and nature study; and (4) walking and picnicking. Mountain bicycling is priority 9. Acquisition projects, except for priority wetlands, are automatically rated lower than development projects. Combined acquisition and development projects are not eligible for funding. The LWCF program requires a 50% matching contribution. Previous Submittals The District submitted the Saratoga Gateway project for consideration under the 1991-1992 and 1992-1993 LWCF grant programs (see reports R-91-142 and R-91-51). It lost points because it is an acquisition, does not provide opportunities for special populations, is not accessible by public transportation, and is not an "urgent" project. For the 1993-1994 LWCF program, the District applied instead for the Windy Hill Public Access Project and was successful. To resubmit the Saratoga Gateway project for funding under the 1994-1995 program, a resolution must be adopted. 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 R-94-120 Page 2 Saratoga Summit Gateway roject Description The District is requesting $312,500 to purchase 116 acres of prime open space and recreation land at Saratoga Gap, as well as a trail easement through the adjoining Paul property connecting with Long Ridge Open Space Preserve. The project area adjoins a major highway and regional trail intersection, centrally located on the crest of the Santa Cruz Mountains. The surrounding area contains approximately 40,000 acres of public park and open space lands, including state parks, county parks, and District preserves. A timber haul road, dating from the 1870's, crosses the property. It connects with the Skyline- to-the-Sea Trail where it crosses State Highway 9. The northern end would be extended across the Paul property to connect with the old alignment of Skyline Boulevard in Long Ridge Open Space Preserve. This could provide an alternative route for Ridge Trail hikers. It would bypass a narrow segment of the Ridge Trail that is heavily used by mountain bicyclists, located on the east side of Skyline Boulevard north of Saratoga Gap. The bypass will increase visitor safety by reducing conflicts between bicyclists and hikers. It will improve connections between two regional trails: the Skyline-to-the-Sea and the Ridge Trail. i The property is owned by the Sempervirens Fund, an organization working to preserve natural lands in the Santa Cruz mountains. Sempervirens Fund has offered to sell the land to the District for$300,000, representing half of its fair market value of$600,000. The trail easement through the Paul property will cost an estimated $25,000. The full project value will be $625,000; therefore the application is for a $312,500 grant that will be matched with the $300,000 gift value of the Sempervirens property and $12,500 in District general funds. i Preservation of this key scenic property and protection of its status as public open space will increase awareness and availability of community recreational resources, visual resources, and natural resources in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Please refer to report R-91-51a Presented at your April 24, 1991 meeting, for a complete description of the original project. This project differs in that acquisition of a trail easement across the Paul property to connect with Long Ridge Open Space Preserve is now also proposed. The District no longer intends to eventually construct a visitor center on the Sempervirens property, but instead, will work with Caltrans to provide a kiosk at the Saratoga Gap parking area. It would display information about the wealth of surrounding public parks and preserves and provide trail maps and brochures. Prepared by: A. Cummings, Resource Planner Contact Person: L. Craig Britton, General Manager Open Space MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT 201 San Antonio Circle,Suite C-135 Mountain View,California 94040 • Phone:(415)949-5500 • FAX:(415)949-5679 General Manager:Herbert Grench Board of Directors:Katherine Duffy,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Richard Bishop ;SANTA"CL`ARAC0j1, ;UPJ E � T VEN SARATOGA SUMMIT GATEWAY � v„ • * I( '�j MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT �� �� "�� � ��f ••••• PROPOSED TRAIL REGIONALTRAIL.S \ r ,� ' �'`� ' 1 l� � �•(�r 0 PUBLIC LANDS .. ✓ o�> North ��\t � rl 3 r L� .�'1 , `n, �, t `•" u I� / 'Il;i, November 1994 Scale: i = 2000.0. , t` wno/��-''aL�ts�Ia(r..l K��4/ r A < b;�H ICK tY �... 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Big9••in I �,;'j41} \,.' y�(rs. / , ` \,r l ;�; QU �w� / � l �.-=:..1��"�' '1l 1 �. ��•} t� Ilk l i�04� f(( l� ,�l 1l(( :�: Y "+ N1� Al". •__ = ��� r`, (, ; � -+ CASTLE=RCC kST'ATE PAIKtt.� f"i it/ ,• py/� ,, <r�'y)11 Iy f < �� IJ/.�1. � t r, �. y.jr• % 1e':\ ( -�ii i (: - ..4e f1� �Y.y+i .-i •/J! .�� - �� .�, ���\ 1` a ��,I, �� '•:;w S `\ J 1 (\`;v._ /+!!I,�, \" � :,\�\ r .:.ii 11� r •'Yj'!•� O' 11, ' }( l'y -.Is-c- �. .�K`' ft L\ :A'a4�.t�JJy rpl 20aB\ ))1 )��.11 t �/ r'I\`1 ' `'�^�J r/�i'' `` '..l,.tl���, rrt.'/1.: '�t1✓' , ',.( ie' �. `li'.. �1�•� 1 }�� N:i RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR LAND AND WATER CONSERVATION FUNDS SARATOGA SUMMIT GATEWAY PROJECT WHEREAS, the Congress under Public Law 88-578 has authorized the establishment of a Federal Land Conservation Fund Grant-In-Aid Program, providing matching funds to the State of California and its political subdivisions for acquiring lands and developing facilities for public outdoor recreation purposes; and WHEREAS, the State Department of Parks and Recreation is responsible for administration of the program in the state, setting up necessary rules and procedures governing application by local agencies under the program; and WHEREAS, said adopted procedures established by the State Department of Parks and Recreation require the applicant to certify by resolution the approval of applications and the availability of local matching funds prior to submission of said applications to the state; and WHEREAS, the proposed Saratoga Summit Gateway project is consistent with the Statewide Comprehensive Recreation Resources Plan: California Outdoor Recreation Plan 1994; and WHEREAS, the project must be compatible with the land use plans of those jurisdictions immediately surrounding project; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Directors of the Mid peninsula, Regional Open Space District hereby: 1. Approves the filing of an application for Land and Water Conservation Fund assistance; and 2. Certifies that said agency has matching funds from the following source(s) gift value and general fund and can finance 100 percent of the project, half of which will be reimbursed; and Open Space t MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT 201 San Antonio Circle,Suite C-135 Mountain View,California 94040 • Phone:(415)949-5500 • FAX:(415)949-5679 General Manager:Herbert Grench Board of Directors:Katherine Duffy,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Richard Bishop Resolution No. Page 2 3. Certifies that the project is compatible with the land use plans of those jurisdictions immediately surrounding the project; and 4. Appoints the General Manager as agent of the District to conduct all negotiations and execute and submit all documents, including,but not limited to, applications, agreements, amendments, billing statements, an so on which may be necessary for the completion of the aforementioned project. Open Space MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT 201 San Antonio Circle,Suite C-135 Mountain View,California 94040 Phone:(415)949-5500 FAX:(415)949-5679 General Manager:Herbert Grench Board of Directors:Katherine Duffy,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Richard Bishop i Open Space R-94-122 MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT Meeting 94-30 November 30, 1994 AGENDA ITEM Authorization to Enter into Consulting Agreement With Enshallah Developments for Assistance with Validation of Salable Parcels for the Surplus Property at Teague Hill Open Space Preserve 1 GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION .. 4 ,. Authorize the General Manager to execute the a ed contract not to exceed $10,000 with Enshallah Developments, real estate consultants, to assist and represent the District in its discussions with the Town of Woodside regarding the Teague Hill surplus property. DISCUSSION When the Teague Hill property in Woodside was originally purchased by the District in 1988, the acquisition was completed with the understanding that the District needed to recapture a significant portion of the $7,500,000 purchase price (see report R-88-59, dated May 15, 1988, and report R-88-87, dated July 18, 1988). Two parcels of approximately 35 acres each, to be sold for residential subdivision, were created by the District in the least objectionable part of the property. The District attempted ,to sell the property at an April 14, 1993 auction, but was unsuccessful. A key constraint to the marketing of the property is that the Town of Woodside does not recognize that legally salable and potentially developable parcels exist(see report R-93- 69 presented at your June 23, 1993 meeting). The Board authorized the General Manager to negotiate a contract with Enshallah Developments for consulting services at its October 26, 1994 Regular Meeting (see report R-94-105). This is a time-and-materials contract not to exceed $10,000 without prior approval of the Board. Staff proposes to retain Geraldine Steinberg of Enshallah Developments, real estate consultants, to assist the District in its applications and negotiations with the Town of Woodside. Ms. Steinberg is a real estate broker, attorney, and former Santa Clara County supervisor. Her firm has specialized in securing entitlements and marketing surplus public property in this area for over eleven years and is uniquely qualified to assist the District in this regard. As discussed at the October 26, 1994 meeting, staff and the consultants will meet with Woodside staff and officials to discuss the potential for use of a lot line adjustment mechanism to create legally saleable, potentially developable parcels on the surplus property. Following these discussions, staff will return to the Board with an update and request for authorization of further funding if necessary. Prepared by: Randy Anderson, Planning Manager Contact person: L. Craig Britton, General Manager 330 Distel Circle , Los Altos, California 94022-1404 Phone: 415-691-1200 # FAX: 415-691-0485 Board ol'Oireoors.Pete Siemens,Robert M(Kibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt, Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Wim de Wit MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT Teague Hill Open Space Preserve 'C `•" '"�. KINGS MOUNTAIN ROAD HUDDART COUNTY PARKTAI N f -PURISIMA CREEK REDWOODS �` •<... •c,"[. �. r'?''" •' Q ` ._ , y OPEN SPACE PRESERVE cj���� ` ` ki to re Radi t. +PARCEL ONE PARCEL TW �- to owe ' '�,rn Teague Qex Hill SAN MATEO COUNTY RIDING & HIKING TRAIL :fir\ SKYLINE BLVD. E` _CORTE DE MADERA PEN SPACE PRESERVE L SKEGGS POINT - -� WUNDERLICH�.; :. COUNTY PARK'' �� —"OCTOB --' r f '�� `� NOTE: TO BE SOLD '�. ��2 INII. ER 4, 1991`� SPECIAL SERVICES CONTRACT This agreement is entered into this day of 1994 by and between the Mid-Peninsula Regional Open Space District, hereinafter known as "District" and Enshallah Developments, hereinafter known as "Consultants." WHEREAS, the District is the owner of two vacant parcels of land at Teague Hill Open Space Preserve more specifically described in Exhibit A; WHEREAS the District desires to have the parcels listed in Exhibit A evaluated, to have recommendations made for the most effective disposition of these assets, and, where appropriate, to have the disposition recommendations implemented; WHEREAS, the District desires to employ under Government Code Section 53060 professional consultants who can perform the special services necessary to evaluate and dispose of surplus property; WHEREAS, Consultants possess the knowledge, experience and training to provide such special services; NOW BE IT RESOLVED that the parties hereto agree that upon written notice to proceed the Consultants will perform the following work: 1. SCOPE OF WORK In consideration of mutual covenants contained herein, Consultants will render the following services to the District: A. Meet with District staff and Town of Woodside staff to acquire existing information on the sites. B. Analyze the District's sites in terms of: 1. Governmental regulations; 2. Political implications; 3. Potential lot yield; 4. Access; 5. Development restraints; 1 6. Disposition of the property "as is" versus acquiring specific entitlements; 7. Formal bidding versus a negotiated sale C. Estimate the potential value of the parcels based upon the above findings. D. Provide a written report summarizing the analysis and making recommendations for disposition; E. Attend relevant District meetings. GENERAL PROVISIONS A. RESPONSIBILITY OF CONSULTANTS The Consultants shall be responsible for the professional quality, technical accuracy, and the coordination of all reports and other services furnished by the Consultants under this agreement. B. SUBCONTRACT The Consultants shall advise District as to the need for subcontracting services necessary for the completion of the project and shall allow sufficient lead time for District to procure same. C. TIME OF PERFORMANCE The program as outlined in Section I shall be pursued with diligence and be completed as directed by the District. D. CHANGES TO SPECIAL SERVICES CONTRACT The District may at any time by written order, make changes within the general scope of services of work to be performed in accordance with this contract. No services for which additional compensation will be charged by the Consultants shall be furnished without the written authorization of the District. E. TERMINATION If the District determines that the services of the Consultants are no longer required by the District, District shall notify Consultants in writing to suspend work. In such event, Consultants shall be paid for the time expended to date of 2 receipt of said notice. Consultants compensation in the event of termination shall be calculated by multiplying the hours actually expended by the hourly rates shown in the fee schedule, less any previously billed and paid fees. Upon knowledge of a termination notice, the Consultants shall promptly discontinue all services affected (unless the notice directs otherwise), and upon receipt of fee for work completed, Consultants shall deliver to District all data, drawings reports, summaries, and such other information and materials as may have been accumulated by the Consultants in performing this agreement whether completed or in process. 111111. FEES In consideration of the mutual covenants contained herein, the District agrees to compensate Consultants for the scope of work outlined in Section I as follows: Fees to be based on an hourly rate in accordance with the fee schedule in Paragraph "B" for time incurred plus documented out of pocket expenses. Consultants will bill District each month, itemizing all services performed. Fees for scope of work outlined in Section I are not to exceed $10,000.Should Consultants be authorized to proceed with disposition of the parcels, Consultants will credit previously paid fees relevant to the parcels under this contract against the total marketing fee. B. HOURLY FEE SCHEDULE Consultants hourly fee schedule for office and professional personnel is as follows: Geraldine F. Steinberg $150.00 Goodwin B. Steinberg 150.00 Thomas M. Shannon 150.00 Jean Gallup 90.00 Secretarial 40.00 C. EXCLUSIONS Fees for service contained in Section Ill of this contract do not include such services or expenses as formal appraisals, legal services, brochure production, advertising fees, civil engineering fees, City filing fees, soils, environmental or toxic waste reports and such incidental expenses as mileage, printing and postage. No expenses covered in this Section in excess of$200.00 shall be undertaken unless first authorized by the District. 3 I IN WITNESS THEREOF, District and Consultants have executed this agreement on the day and year first above written. MID-PE NINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT i BY: DATE: ENSHALLAH DEVELOPMENTS BY: DATE: 4 Page 1 of 2 Exhibit A TEAGUE HILL OPEN SPACE PRESERVE PARCELS TO BE EVALUATED FOR THE MID-PENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT Portion of Assessor's Parcel Number: 072-100-02 Parcel 1: 35.553 acres more of less Parcel 2: 35.983 acres more of less (See attached map on page two) i 5 1 Open Space MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT R-94-119 Meeting 94-30 November 30, 1994 AGENDA ITEM Amendment to Land Exchange Agreement to Effect Lot U Adjustment at Kennedy Road Entrance to Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMME ATION 1. Adopt the resolution accompanying report R-94-110 of November 9, 1994 authorizing an amendment to an agreement to exchange interests in real property with Mr. T. W. Ireland and accepting an open space easement over a portion of Mr. Ireland's property. 2. Reaffirm your adoption of the use and management recommendations contained in Report R-94-11, including naming the property as an addition to Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve and indicating your intention to dedicate the property as public open space. DISCUSSION This item was removed from your November 9 Regular Meeting agenda since all members of the Board were not present to consider the item. The land exchange as detailed in report R-94-110 that was distributed for your November 9 meeting, requires a unanimous vote of .the Board. Additional copies of report R-94-110 are available at the District office. Prepared by: Jean Fiddes, District Clerk Contact person: L. Craig Britton, General Manager 330 Distel Circle Los Altos, California 94022-1404 • Phone:415-691-1200 • FAX:415-691-0485 Board of Directors:Pete Siemens,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Wim de Wit � Claims No. 94-21 Meeting 94-30 Data: Nov. 30. 1984 � K8|DPEN|N8ULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT � � | # Amount Nome Description 6757 216.92 ABC Postage and Mailing | � 6758 867.62 Ace Fire Equipment&Service Company Fire Extinguishers and Service 6759 445.84 Acme&Sons Sanitation Sanitation Services � 8780 239.80 All Laser Service Equipment Maintenance � 6761 18.92 Altos Print and Copy Printing and Binding 6782 18.87 B. W. G. Diathbudono. Inc. Field Supplies � � 6763 80.28 Big Creek Lumber Redwood Split Rails 6764 150.00 BiU's Towing & Recovery Towing Services 6765 860.43 California Department ofFish and Game Brochures � � 6768 137.71 California Water Service Company Water Service 8787 2'739.81 Ca||o Sign Company Signs 8708 30.00 ° Cashier, Department ofPesticide Recertification Fuaa � Regulations 6769 3.888.73 Community Action Board, |no./NREP Vegetation Removal � 6770 316.94 Coqzonoba Environments Office Furniture � 8771 119.00 Council on Education inYNongement Subscription 6773 10.98 ° Don Lee Pump Company Equipment Repair � � 6773 41.76 Federal Express Corporation Express Mail 0774 862.00 Flinn, Grey and Hedehoh Vehicle Insurance 8775 344.67 Foster Bros. Security Systems, Inc. Locks and Keys � 6770 19.20 (S & NServices Shop Towel Service 6777 67.77 G| Trucking Company Freight 6778 580.82 <]oodoo Press Incorporated Printing � 0779 183.00 HKXH. Incorporated Feasibility Study 8780 210.34 Home Depot Field Supplies � � � 6781 80.37 K8otU)ew Ken Reinnbursennant--B|inda and Supplies 8782 336.20 Kielty & Dayton, Inc. Office Supplies � � � 6783 8.150.76 KentK]tte/man. Inc. Truck Service Body Installation 6784 210.11 Langley Hill Quarry Base Rock 6785 130.41 TomLauabsn Reimbursement--Uniform Expense 0780 248.13 Los Altos Garbage Company DumpobarRenba| 8787 2.942.55 BuokvPWams Consulting Services 6788 200.00 Kevin MacKay Resource Internship 8789 257.20 PWorin Supply Company Sanitation Supplies 6790 239.23 McGrath RenUCorp Skyline Office Rental 6791 134.45 K8nfhet Supply Company Sanitation Supplies 6782 285.95 Monogram Sanitation Sanitation Supplies 6793 67.55 Noble Ford Tractor, Inc. Vehicle Supplies 6794 70.76 Norney'aof Mountain View Office Supplies 6795 480.41 Office Depot Office Supplies � 6796 238.15 Orchard Supply Hardware Ro|d Supplies � 6787 377.83 Peninsula Blueprint Raprogrophic Centers B|ue|inen 6798 74.94 Pi|ancitooCluony Base Rock | 0788 82.50 °° Ponti||o'ePiozoria Docent Meeting Refreshments | Urgent checks issued on Novernbe/22. 1994. | "Urgent check issued on November 15. 1994. � Page 1 Claims No. 94-21 Meeting 94-30 Date: Nov. 30, 1994 � MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT # Amount Name Description � 6800 10.12 Precision Engravers, Inc. Name Badges � 6801 861.67 Quick Silver Printing Print Sheet 8802 32.50 Rayne Water Conditioning Water Service 6803 358.49 J. L. Rice Trucking and K8mbsho|a 8maa Rock 6804 585.52 Rich's Tire Service Tires 6805 640.59 Roy'u Repair Service Vehicle Repairs and Maintenance 8806 98.04 DevidSonguinetti Reim buraennant—Off ice Supplies 6807 402.81 San Jose Mercury News Subscription and Advertisement 0808 1.195.02 San Mateo County, Property Taxes Lee Buffington, Tax Collector � 0809 280.15 John Shelton, Inc. Field Supplies 8810 18.00 °°° Sonoma County Health Department Tick Test 6811 18.94 Summit Uniforms Uniform Expense | � 8812 200.00 Sunnyvale Medical Clinic Audiogrmmo � 6813 20.90 Taylor Rental Equipment Rental � 8814 1'582.82 TRW-Redi Property Data Microfiche Assessor's Records � 6816 53.38 Unocal Fuel 6818 58.57 Del Woods Reimbursement--Software 6817 703.77 The Workingman's Emporium Uniform Expense � °°°Urgent check issued on November 16' 1894. � � Page 2 | � | / | � � Claims No. 94-21 Meeting 94-30 Date: Nov. 30. 1994 REVISED � � K8|OPEN|NGULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT Amount Name Description 6757 216.92 ABC Postage and Mailing 6758 867.02 Ace Fire Equipment 8 Service Company Fire Extinguishers and Service � 8759 445.84 Acme&Sons Sanitation Sanitation Services 6760 23S0O AU �aear8orvioa Equipment � � 6761 19.02 Altos Print and Copy Printing and Binding � 6702 18.67 B. W. G. Oiotribudore. Inc. Field Supplies � 6763 90.28 Big Creek Lumber Redwood Split Rails � � 6764 150.00 Bi||'s Towing & Recovery Towing Services � 6765 800.43 California Department of Fish and Gamne Brochures � � 8786 137.71 California Water Service Company Water Service / 8767 2,739.81 Co||o Sign Company Signs � 6768 30.00 ° Cashier, Department of Pesticide Recertification Fees � � Regulations 6769 3.99973 Community Action Board, |no./NREP Vegetation Removal 6770 318.94 Corporate Environments Office Furniture � � 6771 119.00 Council on Education inK8anOonnent Subscription � 6772 lO.S8 ° Don Lem Pump Company Equipment Repair � � � 6773 41.75 Federal Express Corporation Express Mail 8774 882.00 Flinn, Grey and Hertorich Vehicle Insurance � � 6775 344.07 Foster Bros. Security Systems, Inc. Locks and Keys 0776 19.28 G & KServices Shop Towel Service � � 8777 8777 G| Trucking Company Freight � 6778 500.82 Goodoo Press Incorporated Printing 6779 183.00 HyNH. |nooqoon*bad Feasibility Study � � 6780 210.94 Home Depot Field Supplies 6781 86.37 Matthew Ken Rninnbumoennent--B|indn and Supplies 0782 33G �O Kielty Inc. Office Supplies � � . � 6783 6.150.78 Kent Kitterman. Inc. Truck Service Body Installation � 6784 210.11 Langley Hill Quarry Base Rock � 6785 130.41 TomLausban Reimbursement--Uniform Expense � 8786 248.13 Los Altos Garbage Company DumpsterRanto| 6787 2.042.55 BuukvyNeoe Consulting Services � 0788 200.00 Kevin MacKay Resource Internship 0789 257.20 K8arin Supply Company Sanitation Supplies 8780 239.23 McGrath RnntCorp Skyline Office Rental 6781 134.45 K4oMet Supply Company Sanitation Supplies 6792 295.95 Monogram Sanitation Sanitation Supplies 6793 87.55 Noble Ford Tractor, Inc. Vehicle Supplies 6794 70.76 Nornay'sof Mountain View ODioa Supplies 0796 480.41 Office Depot Office Supplies | 6796 238.15 Orchard Supply Hardware Field Supplies 6787 377.83 Peninsula Blueprint Roprographin Centers B|ue|inno 6798 74.04 Pi|aroibonQuarry Base Rock 6789 83.50 °° Ponti||o'n Pizzeria Docent Meeting Refreshments ° Urgent checks issued on November 22. 1Sg4. | ^°Ur0ont check issued on November 15. 1994. Page ' Claims No. Q4-21 K8eadnQS4-3O | Date: Nov. 3O. 1994 REVISED K8|DPEN|NSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT # Amount Name Description 6800 10,12 Precision Engravers, Inc. Name Badges 0801 861.87 Quick Silver Printing Printing--Fact Sheet 0802 32.50 Rayne Water Conditioning Water Service 6803 358.49 J. L Rice Trucking and Materials Base Rock 6804 595.52 Rich's Tire Service Tires 0805 646.59 Roy'o Repair Service Vehicle Repairs and Maintenance 6808 98.04 David Sanguinatti Reim buroennunt—Off ice Supplies 6807 402.81 San Jose Mercury News Subscription and Advertisement 6808 1.195.02 San Mateo County, Property Taxes � Lee Buffington, Tax Collector � 6809 290.15 John Shelton, Inc. Field Supplies � � 6810 18.00 **° Sonoma County Health Department Tick Test 6811 18.94 Summit Uniforms Uniform Expense � 6812 200.00 Sunnyvale K8odioo| Clinic Audiogramm � 6813 20.90 Taylor Rental Equipment Rental 0814 1'592.92 TRW-Redi Property Data Microfiche Assessor's Records � 6815 53.38 Unocal Fuel 6816 58.57 Del Woods Reimbursement—Software � 6817 703.77 The Workingman's Emporium Uniform Expense � 8818 100.00 °^^° JoahuaSohocter Student Intern 6818 51�13 Randy Anderson Local K8aedingExpense � 8820 1.850.00 Piers Environmental Services Environmental Assessment--Jamison � 6821 378.13 Petty Cash Film and Developing, Docent and Volunteer Expenses, Safety Program Expenses, Local Meeting Expense, � Field and Office Expenses, and Private Vehicle Expense � Urgent check issued on November 18' 1994. °°~ Urgent check issued on November 23. 19S4. � � � Page � Open Space MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT TO: Board of Directors FROM: C. Britton, General Manager DATE: November 22, 1994 SUBJECT: FYI 330 Distel Circle Los Altos, California 94022-1404 Phone:415-691-1200 FAX:415-691-0485 0 Board of Directors:Pete Siemens,Robert McKibbin,Teen.)Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Wim de Wit 11-1594 Mr. NIalcolm Smith Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District 330 Distel Circle Los Altos, CA 94022 Dear Malcolm: Just a note to say thank you for all your help. I returned yesterday from the first international Forest Canopies Conference in Sarasota, FL where I showed the rough cut of Tickle The Sky. (Those scientist needed some lighter entertainment,) All the footage I Shot with Robert Fulghum, as well as the voice over we recorded on location, has been cut into the show. It is the glue that, of course, makes it make sense. Anyway ... the film receive a wonderful reception and nothing but vcr,- positive feedback. When I watch the program, it is hard to remember a time when that footage of Fulghurn wasn't in it. Thanks for helping with the show. Your professionalism and follow-thru are not as widely practiced as you would think. Both are greatly appreciated. All the rangers we met and worked with were equally helpful and professional. what a delight! You made filmmaking as much a pleasure as it can be. David Stark CC:Judy Conner Sari Jose Convention & Visitors Bureau STARK PRODUCTIONS 590 LAXESHIORE DRIVE ATLANTA S 3ECRG;A 30307 404 313 5490 Open Space 1 MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT For Immediate Release Contact: Malcolm o Smith November 14, 1994 Public Affairs Manager (415) 691-1240 Open Space District Announces Seasonal Trail Closures Los Altos, CA -- Each year, the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District closes specified trails,to equestrian and bicycle use during wet conditions, based on concerns for the safety of visitors and potential damage to the trails. In addition, newly-constructed trails with unconsolidated trail treads are placed in the seasonal closure category for their first winter season. A"seasonal" closure normally takes place for the duration of the wet conditions, approximately five months. Seasonal closures may be suspended during extended periods of dry weather. An"interim" closure is implemented as a temporary measure due to more immediate trail safety concerns. Following is a list of the seasonal and interim closures. Please call the District for further information on any closures. Seasonal Interim Peters Creek Trail Geraci Trail (Long Ridge Open Space Preserve) (Pulgas Ridge Open Space Preserve) Skid Road Trail to Canyon Trail Soda Gulch Trail Permit Lot to Skid Road Trail (Purisima Creek Redwoods Open Space Preserve) Pacific Bell Trail (re-alignment; Picchetti Ranch Area) Black Mountain Trail(ok for equestrians) (Monte Bello Open Space Preserve) Farm Bypass Trail(ok for equestrians) Whittemore Gulch (Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve) (Purisima Creek Redwoods Open Space Preserve) Ridge Trail (north of Alder Springs; interim Ridge Trail (north of Alder Springs;seasonal closure for bicycles;Russian Ridge Open Space closure for equestrians; Russian Ridge Open Space Preserve) Preserve) Saratoga Gap Trail Horseshoe Lake area trails (Saratoga Gap Open Space Preserve) Ridge Trail south of Horseshoe Alpine Pond to Skyline parking area (Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve) (more) 330 Distel Circle Los Altos, California 94022-1404 • Phone: 415-691-1200 • FAX: 415-691-0485 $o.ird of Dire(tGrs:Pete Siemens,Robert ',I(Kibbin, Teena Henshaw,Ginm Bobi>itt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Wim de Wit The Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District, extending from the City of San Carlos to the Town of Los Gatos, is a public agency which has preserved over 36,000 acres of diverse open space and manages 23 open space preserves. Funding is provided by a small share of the annual total property tax revenues collected within District boundaries. The District permanently protects wildlife habitat, watershed, and a variety of ecosystems, restores damaged natural resources, and provides trail improvements for passive recreational use by the public. The District's goals are to acquire a continuous greenbelt of protected open space lands for public use and enjoyment, and to preserve open space for future generations to enjoy. There are approximately 20,000 1- 30,000 acres of land still at risk of being lost to development within the District's planning area. The District is divided into seven geographic wards,each represented for a four year term by an elected Board member. The Board holds public meetings on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month at 7:30 p.m., at the District offices. Open Space MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT MEMORANDUM November 10, 1994 To: Craig Britton From: Mary Gundert Subject: Windy Hill Sign Boards and Brochures I understand that Harry Haeussler made a comment at last night's Board meeting regarding the lack of signing and brochures at the lower end of the Windy Hill Open Space Preserve. We have already addressed this issue and have new signboards in stock. We intend to install the new signboards at three locations on the preserve; at the picnic area, the north gate (top of Spring Ridge), and at the lower end of Spring Ridge where the trail from Sausal Pond and the trail from Willowbrook Road meet (see attached map). Brochures will be available at all three locations. The sign installation project is included in this quarter's Skyline area crew schedule. They should be in place by the end of the year. cc: J. McCullough D. Sanguinetti I i UMPENINSULA REGIONAL: OPEN SPACE DISTRICT Windy Hill Open Spak Preserve NOTES 1 . DOGS ON LEASHSAUSAL , ,,, ty /i & PERMITTED HERE POND t , ` 2. BICYCLES ARE PROHIBITED -- ` ON ANNIVERSARY, EAGLE, HAMMS GULCH, RAZORBACK RIDGE NO PUBLIC AND LOST TRAILS ^e00�, �►,; w PARKING ... r PORTOLA VALLEY -SPRING RIDGE TRAIL_ - r - 2.1 MI. 04 S �. 0.5 MI ANNIVERSARY TRAIL "- 0.7 MI. �`° t � �, EAGLE TRAIL o HAMMS GULCH 0.6 MI. • ✓- TRAIL" 2.6 MI. } / r �✓ ��, DOGS ARE ALLOWED THIS SECTION ONLY L / 0 J 0. - � >r f r , .i r' 'f ' 1.5 MI. "�""� � �r^-yam `•,_-�;� ,�'i' ��".:-_...��„� � , ._'�'""^„•�,�`t LOST TRAIL _ <..':.:.;;'.:.... . ....:::. _ BACK RIDGE . :::..::... ....::...�, ice•`,-� • .>.� - , RAZOR TRAIL ro LEGEND BICYCLING, EQUESTRIAN, aBICYCLING ENTRY HIKING, RUNNING EQUESTRIAN ENTRY �.? EQUESTRIAN, HIKING o ti ✓RUNNING, ©HIKING ENTRY HIKING ONLY PARKING x NO PUBLIC ACCESS RESIDENCE }RESTROOMS MILES 1 Febi ss3 j . .. .. �"'y ram;: �..•:; �•'''""`Y_:: y WINDY HILL OPEN SPACE PRESERVE MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT The preserve derives it's name from Windy Hill, the When in a group, avoid blocking the trail. Allow prominent, 1,900-foot, grass-covered hilltop which forms other trail users to pass. Stay on designated trails. the scenic backdrop to the town of Portola Valley. The preserve is characterized by open grassland meadows, and forests of redwood, fir and oak. This basic trail etiquette provides an opportunity for everyone,to enjoy the preserves, while allowing Numerous outdoor opportunities are available for special uses by considerate individuals. Abuses of trail visitors to the 1,132-acre preserve. An 8.2 mile loop etiquette should be brought to the attention of a 4 trail circles within the preserve and is open for hiking District ranger, or call ( 15) 691-1200. and horseback riding (no bikes or dogs please). Additional trails are open to mountain bicycles and dogs. Dogs must remain leashed at all times. Three Caution: rattlesnakes are native to these foothills picnic tables are located adjacent to the parking area - a and are especially active in warm weather. Poison super beginning to a day, or the perfect ending to a long oak grows on most preserves; learn to identify it in all hike! seasons in order to avoid it,, For your own safety, pease stay on the tr ails at al l times. Please observe Fines can be 'I regulations. n trar he a 11 posted parking and'I ins at t For a shorter hike, the Anniversary Trail beg p P g parking area, taking visitors to the summit of Windy Hill. expensive! From here, 360-degree views include the San Francisco skyline and bay, Pacific Ocean, and Santa Clara Valley. Use of the preserve for hang gliding or operation of THE OPEN SPACE DISTRICT radio controlled gliders is by special permit only. The Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District is an Funds to develop p velo the reserve were made possible, in independent special district created in 1972 by the part a local non-profit voters of northwestern Santa Clara County and joined b Y Peninsula Open Space Trust, p land trust. in 1976 by southern San Mateo County. The District's boundaries encompass 16 cities and extend from San How To GET THERE Carlos to Los Gatos and from Skyline Boulevard to San Francisco Bay. The parking area is located on Highway 35 (Skyline Boulevard), 2.3 miles south of Highway 84 (La Honda The District's purpose is to acquire and preserve Road), or 4.9 miles north of Alpine Road. Additional foothill and bayland open space outside the urbanized roadside parking is available at the north gate entrance areas of the peninsula for the use and enjoyment of the to the preserve, 0.4 miles north of the parking area. public. SHARING THE PUBLIC TRAILS FOR FURTHER INFORMATION For most visitors, the appeal of the open space preserves is the chance to get away from the hectic pace The Visitor's Guide, a District publication available of everyday life. However, it is also likely that you'll free of charge, describes al l the open space preserves. s erves. ry encounter other visitors on most District trails. Topographic maps of individual preserves are also available from the District. Some trails permit a variety of uses while others are Mi eninsula Regional writ or visit us: Mid peninsula se call e limited to specific uses. For the safety of all visitors and ea , p protection of the open space preserves, please follow all Open Space District; 330 Distel Circle, Los Altos, CA r telephone is 415 691-1200. multiple uses 94022. Out ( ) District regulations. On a trail permittingP please be courteous. Always yield to equestrians. Open Space Printed on recycled paper. �t Open Space 1 1 MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DI STRI CT For Immediate Release Contact: Malcolm Smith November 9, 1994 Public Affairs Manager (415) 691-1200 I New Representative Elected To Open Space District Board ; Incumbents Re- elected I Los Altos, CA -- Mary Davey, a resident and former council member of Los Altos Hills, was . t elected to the Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District to represent Ward 2, which includes Los Altos Hills, and portions of Cupertino, Sunnyvale, Los Altos, Stanford, and unincorporated Santa Clara County. Ms. Davey and two other candidates were running for an open seat on the Board vacated by Robert McKibbin when he decided not to seek re-election. Ms. Davey will take office in January, 1995 for a four-year term. In Ward 1, appointed incumbent Pete Siemens defeated three challengers to retain his seat representing Los.Gatos, Saratoga, and Monte Sereno. In Ward 6,which includes Menlo Park, Portola Valley, Atherton, and Woodside, incumbent Betsy Crowder surpassed one opponent and will serve her second four-year term. Incumbent Nonette Hanko ran unopposed in Ward 5, representing Palo Alto, Stanford, and East Palo Alto. The g Mid peninsula Regional Open Space District, extending from.the City of San Carlos to the p P P o � Town of Los Gatos, is a public agency which has preserved over 36,000 acres of diverse open space and manages 23 open space presen- ,es. (more) 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 i Funding is provided by a small share of the annual total property tax revenues collected within District boundaries. The District permanently protects wildlife habitat, watershed,and a variety of ecosystems, restores damaged natural resources, and provides trail improvements for passive recreational use by the public. The District's goals are to acquire a continuous greenbelt of protected open space lands for public use and enjoyment, and to preserve open space for future generations to enjoy. There are approximately 20,000- 30,000 acres of land still at risk of being lost to development within the District's planning area. The District is divided into seven geographic wards, each represented for a four year term by an elected Board member. The Board holds public meetings on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month at 7:30 p.m.,at the District offices. i II Open Space MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT TO: Board of Directors FROM: C. Britton, General Man DATE:DATE: November 30, 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 Mt:Kibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Wim de Wit f a Ave ?3 NOV -rhe -4-ic . out rylj ne.Gk n wo,ot `+o Ol0 hi L;Oq �I To Mr. yhrrw F,, 1(iQS T4+1 I a- + IA me . . he�, i n 5 _JI 330 Cyr k Thy nLA s s C4 . 174022- i4o4 2 4p t �� i d H f \ tiSV 1 Open Space s 1 `. MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT A Note To Child Care Providers: The Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Ope/ty strict is happy to provide you with this environmental awareness activity poster for the chil you serve. We're very proud of the 35,000 acres of unspoiled open sphat have been permanently preserved in the midpeninsu area, and want to share the uniquf these environments with children from throughout the trict. This activity/coloring postned to help children learn about some of the plants and als and their associated envirot can be enjoyed at these nearby open space preserves, and by this precious natural reould be protected. We've included 10 of these posters for your use please call if you need ltnore! As you may know, the Open SpacekDistrict is paid for with a very small portion of the annual property tax collected within the District. Th e pristine, unspoiled public wildlands are perfect for all levels of hiking, bicycling, picnicking and lea about nature and the environment. The preserves are open 365 days a year, free of charge. The Open Space District, extending from the T of Los Gatos to the City of San Carlos, is a public agency which owns and manages over 35,000 ac s of diverse open space. District lands provide permanently protected wildlife habitat, mural res rces, watershed, and a variety of ecosystems, and are available for low-intensity recr '$tional use by ,I e public. The District's goal is to acquire a continuous greenbelt of protected open Ice lands for pubI�use and enjoyment. There are approximately 20,000 - 30,000 acres of land still ' risk of being lost to de v` pment within the foothills and baylands of the District. The District is divided into seven geographic wards, each represented for a four year term by an elected Board member. The Board holds public meetings on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month at 7:30 p.m., at the District offices. The public is encouraged to attend these meetings and take part in the decision-making process. We hope the children served at your facility enjoy coloring this poster and completing the activities, and learn something about the value of open space and the environment. If you would like additional copies of this poster or further information about the District, please don't hesitate to call. Sincerely, Board of Directors Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District 330 Distel Circle • Los Altos, California 94022-1404 Phone: 415-691-1200 FAX: 415-691-0485 Board of Directors:Pete Siemens,Rob Kibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hankc Crowder,Wim de Wit Appropriate letter sent to: Los Gatos Tbwn Council Los Gatos Planning Cc mission Los Gatos Park Commission Town Manager, Planning Manager, Park Manager November 23, 1994 (Name) (title) (city state zip) Dear : The Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District has scheduled a public information meeting in Los Gatos to discuss the possible development and/or use of the former Almaden Air Force Station located atop Mt. Umunhum. The site is within the District's 10,000-acre Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve, much of which is in the sphere of influence of the Town of Los Gatos, We have also informed members of the (Town Council/Town Planning CommissionlTown Parks and Recreation Commission) of this meeting. As you know, the District has been reviewing options for determining the appropriate future use of this site. The purpose of this meeting is to review the District's Request for Proposals (RFP), which seeks formal proposals from agencies or organizations interested in potential use of the site. The general public is invited to attend the meeting to learn more about the issues relating to the site, and to take part in the discussions of possible future uses. The meeting is scheduled for 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 7, in the Los Gatos Town Council chambers. The former Air Force station complex includes a variety of buildings and Infrastructure in varying states of disrepair, most built between 1955 and 1975. The site will require significant repair and modification if any use is to be re-established, due to its original special purpose design, outdated construction methods, damage from the 1989 earthquake, harsh weather, wear and tear, and vandalism. The District has owned the site since 1986. I hope that you will be able to attend this public information/RFP review meeting. While no decisions will be made that night, this meeting will mark the beginning of discussions between the public, the District, and agencies or organizations interested in possible use of the site. This is also the beginning of the process to decide on potential public use of the entire area. We look forward to Los Gatos' participation in this process. Sincerely, Ginny Babbitt President, Board of Directors GB/mcs cc: Board of Directors, MROSD Leadership Redwood City Jane Simonsen, Program Administrator November 22 , 1994 Mr . Craig Britton General Manager Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District 330 Distel Circle Los Altos , CA 94002 Dear Craig , On behalf of the Leadership Redwood City program and its class members, I thank you for being a part of our "Economics: Business and Environment" session last Friday. You , along with Ellen , Sandy and Don , provided a superb overview of the many components to maintaining a balance between preserving, enhancing and restoring our environment while accomplishing needed business and residential development. You provided excellent information on the Open Space District and its functions, and you gave class members an understanding of the need for those with opposing environmental and developmental views to work together for the good of the community and the land involved . We appreciate your time and efforts in sharing your knowledge and expertise with our Leadership Redwood City class , and for helping to make our day a success ! Sincerely, /ane Simonsen Redwood city•Son Mateo County Chamber of Commerce 1675 Broadway,Redwood City,CA 94063 (415)364-1722 STATE CAPITOL Affornizt tatz COMMITTEES: SACRAMENTO,CA 95814 ,,`',+,�v�J�le � VICE CHAIR, (916)445-6747 C/ " REVENUE&TAXATIC EDUCATION 373 FIRST STREET ��� BUDGET&FISCAL SUITE 100 s < REVIEW LOS ALTOS,CA 94022 (415)949.5401 t SENATOR TOM CAMPBELL i November 21,1, 1994 Mr. Paul Bernal Chairman Historical Commission Santa Clara County 70 West Hedding Street San Jose, CA 95110 Dear Mr. Bernal and Commissioners: I am writing in support of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District's (MPROSD) application for a Historical Project Funding grant to restore the Homestead House at the historic Picchetti Ranch. i As you may know, the MPROSD has a long-term plan for the complete restoration of the Picchetti Ranch and, to date, has restored a number of historical buildings on the site. Restoration of the Homestead House -- the oldest structure on the site -- is an important part of this plan. I would be grateful if you will review their grant proposal, giving their project every appropriate consideration. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Regards, i Tom Camp ell TC:dc gm7839 cc: Board of Directors, Midpeninsula ° Regional Open Space District Printed on Recycled Paper REPLY TO: SACRAMENTOADDRESS �S�ll� � STATE CAPITOL ��" P.O.BOX 942849 California �" (` .. �'� _-1 SACAAMENTO.CA 9a8a9-0001 TiY�11 '!�•�. :7; - (9161 aa5-82a3 4 VV ..LL�� i�i FAX(916)323-8898 V DISTRICT OFFICE DOMINIC L. CORTESE 100 PASEO D SUITE E 30 ANTONIO ASSEMBLYMAN,TWENTY-THIRD DISTRICT CK E1RPARKS AND wILDUFE SAN JOSE,CA 95113 CHAIRMAN SELECT COMMITTEE ON CALIFORNIA WNE (408)269.6500 ASSEMBLY COMMITTEE ON WATER,PARKS AND WILDLIFE PRODUCTION AND ECONOMY FAX(408)277-1036 'WINE INDUSTRY TASK FORCE OF NATIONAL CONFERENCE OF STATE LEGISLATURES U : GOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATION HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT REVENUE AND TAXATION JOINT CDYYTrTEES: LEGISLATIVE AUDIT RURAL CAUCUS November 18, 1994 SEISMIC SAFETY COMMISSION Mr. Paul Bernal, Chairperson SCC Historical Heritage Commission 70 West Hedding Street San Jose, CA 95110 Dear Mr. Bernal and Commissioners- I am writing to express my strong support for the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District's request for a Historical Project Funding grant to restore the Homestead House at the historic Piccheti Ranch. Piccheti Ranch is an excellent example of the type of family-operated ranch and winery that was prevalent in Santa Clara Valley at the turn of the century. As you may know, Piccheti Ranch is listed in the Santa Clara County Heritage Resource Inventory as well as the National Register of Historic Places. Restoration of the Homestead House, the oldest structure on the site, is essential to the preservation of this valuable historical resource for use by present and future generations. The District has a long- term plan for complete restoration of the Piccheti Ranch, and to date has completed restoration of a number of important historical buildings on the site. In short, I believe this project would enhance the overall quality of life in our community by encouraging true recognition and appreciation of an unique historical element in Santa Clara County. Accordingly, it is my sincere hope that the Santa Clara County Historical Heritage Commission may lend support and funding for the Medpeninsula Regional Open Space District's worthwhile project. Sinc rely, DO IC L. CORTESE Assemblyman, 23rd District DLC-ymc cc: Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District 0)_ Printed on Recycled Paper Nov 9 CAPITOL OFFICE COMMITTEES STATE CAPITOL CHAIRMAN P.O.BOX 942849 NATURAL RESOURCES SACRAMENTO.CA 942494=1 MEMBER(9/8)445.7832 CONSUMER PROTECTION. DISTRICT OFFICE ( �' Y * j(�� y r GOVERNMENTAL EFFICIENCY Q 702 MARSHALL STREET \i.Y i � { y%�M� ` i � ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SUITE 290 C. ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY Q REDWOOD CITY,CA 94063 TOXIC MATERIALS `413)3"2080 B Y R O N D. S H E R FINANCE a INSURANCE SENIOR AS JOINT COMMITTEE ON THE ARTS BETSY SLAIS SHOTWELL ASSEMBLYMAN.TWENTY-FIRST DISTRICT JOINT COMMITTEE ON PRISON CONSTRUCTION&OPERATIONS November 16, 1994 Paul Bernal, Chairperson Historical Heritage Commission Santa Clara County 70 West Hedding Street San Jose, CA 95110 Dear Mr. Bernal and Commissioners. I am writing to offer my strong support to the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District's application for a Historical Project Funding grant to restore the Homestead House at the historic Picchetti Ranch. Picchetti Ranch is one of the few surviving remnants of everyday ranch life at the turn of the century, and is an excellent example of the type of family-operated ranch and winery that was prevalent in Santa Clara Valley at that time. It is listed in the Santa Clara County Heritage Resource Inventory and the National Register of Historic Places. Restoration of the Homestead House, the oldest structure on the site, is vital to the preservation of this valuable historical resource for use by present and future generations. The District has a long-term plan for complete restoration of the Picchetti Ranch, and to date has completed restoration of a number of important historical buildings on the site. Again, I recommend this unique historical resource for the Historical Project Grant program, and I hope that the Santa Clara County Historical Heritage Commission will support restoration of the Homestead House by the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District. Sincerely, Byron D. Sher Assemblyman 21st District BDSlswp Printed on Recycled Paper