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Home My Public Portal About19990609 - Agendas Packet - Board of Directors (BOD) - 99-14 Regionalpen , _ .ice MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT Meeting 99-14 REGULAR MEETING BOARD OF DIRECTORS AGENDA* 7:30 P.M. 330 Distel Circle Wednesday Los Altos, California June 9, 1999 *** PLEASE NOTE*** 7:30 P.M. Regular Meeting Start 71mme (7:30) ROLL CALL REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS SPECIAL ORDER OF THE DAY 1. Resolution Honoring Larry Coons, Retiring General Manager, Santa Clara County Open Space Authority 2. Resolution Honoring Dinesh Desai, for his Fundraising Hike Around the Bay Area Ridge Trail ** ORAL COMMUNICATIONS -- Public ADOPTION OF AGENDA *** ADOPTION OF CONSENT CALENDAR -- J. Cyr *** APPROVAL OF MINUTES April 14, 1999 (Consent Item) April 28, 1999 (Consent Item) *** WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS BOARD BUSINESS (7:45) 1. Appointment of Peace Officers Carrie Sparks-Hart and Jennifer Menk- J. Escobar Resolution Appointing Peace Officer Carrie Sparks-Hart Pursuant to Section 830.31(b) of the Penal Code of the State of California to Enforce the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District Land Use Regulations and Those State and Local Regulations Related to the Protection and Safe Use of District Land. 330 Distel Circle . Los Altos, CA 94022-1404 . Phone: 650-691-1200 FAX:650-691-0485 + E-mail: riirosci@opetisf)a((,.org . Web site:www.openspace.org 13oarrl of giro(tars:fete Siemens,Mary C. Davey,led Cyr, Deane Little, Nonette Hanko,Betsv Crowder,Kenneth C. Nitz .General M,)n qo I_ Cram Britton Meeting 99-14 Page 2 Resolution Appointing Peace Officer Jennifer Menk Pursuant to Section 830.31(b) of the Penal Code of the State of California to Enforce the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District Land Use Regulations and Those State and Local Regulations Related to the Protection and Safe Use of District Land. (7:50) 2. Extension of the Agreement and Site Lease for Deer Hollow Farm, and Authorize General Manager to Execute First Amendment to the Agreement with the City of Mountain View and Santa Clara. County to Extend the Joint Operation of Deer Hollow Farm, and authorize General Manager to Execute the First Amendment to the Site Lease between the District and the County of Santa Clara to Extend the Lease, and Determination That The Recommended Actions Are Categorically Exempt From CEQA. - J. Escobar *** 3. Denial of Two Claims for Damages Against the District, the Board of Directors, and District Staff Submitted by Richard J. Bourke - D. Simmons *** 4. Award of Contract to Purchase Five Prefabricated Pit Toilet Restrooms From Restroom Facilities Corporation of Reno, Nevada for $105,553.00 for Purisima Creek Redwoods, Rancho San Antonio, and Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserves - M. de Beauvieres *** 5. Final Adoption of a Use and Management Plan Amendment for Long Ridge Open Space Preserve to Allow Leashed Dog Access under a Test Case Permit System - M. de Beauvieres (8:00) INFORMATIONAL REPORTS -- Directors and Staff *** REVISED CLAIMS (Consent Item) ADJOURNMENT * NOTE: Times are estimated and items may appear earlier or later than listed. Agenda is subject to change of order. ** TO ADDRESS THE BOARD: The Chair will invite public comment on agenda items at the time each item is considered by the Board of Directors. You may address the Board concerning other matters during oral communications. Each speaker will ordinarily be limited to 3 minutes. 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. Board members, the General Manager, and members of the public may request that an item be removed from the Consent Calendar during consideration of the Consent Calendar. RESOLUTION NO. 99- RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT HONORING AND COMMENDING DINESH DESAI FOR HIS FUNDRAISING HIKE AROUND THE BAY AREA RIDGE TRAIL WHEREAS,the Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District finds that the Bay Area Ridge Trail, a proposed 400-mile long trail loop through nine counties along the ridgetops encircling San Francisco Bay, is of great importance in connecting the wine Bay Area counties as well as over 75 parks and open space preserves; and WHEREAS,the District has dedicated over 21 miles of Bay Area Ridge Trail within six of its open space preserves; and WHEREAS,to date, a total of 216 miles of Bay Area Ridge Trail have been completed, throughout the Bay Area; and WHEREAS,Mr. Dinesh Desai has embarked on a five-week long hike to trace the entire 400-mile trail location, which includes the 216 dedicated miles of Ridge Trail; and WHEREAS, Mr. Desai's hike will help to raise public awareness, support, volunteerism, and involvement in the continued development of this unique project; and WHEREAS, by hiking the Ridge Trail, Mr. Desai hopes to raise significant funds for the Bay Area Ridge Trail Council's activities, including public awareness campaigns and maintenance of existing trail mileage. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District honor and commend Dinesh Desai for his continuing commitment to providing support for the Bay Area Ridge Trail, his dedication to the ideal of a continuous ridgetop public trail throughout the Bay Area, and his positive action to promote public awareness, foster volunteer involvement, and raise funds for the development of the Bay Area Ridge Trail. Adopted by the Board ofDirectors June 9, 1999 RESOLUTION NO. 99- RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT HONORING AND COMMENDING LARRY COONS UPON HIS RETIREMENT FROM THE SANTA CLARA COUNTY OPEN SPACE AUTHORITY WHEREAS,the Santa Clara County Open Space Authority was formed in 1994 in order to preserve open space lands in Santa Clara County; and WHEREAS,Larry Coons, formerly the Deputy Director of the Santa Clara County Parks and Recreation Department, was appointed in 1994 as the first General Manager of the Authority, and has since then served commendably and with great dedication; and WHEREAS,during his tenure Larry has wisely and skillfully guided the Authority through its early stages of development,has led the Authority through difficult times, and has brought the Authority to a point where it is poised to successfully carry out its primary objectives; and WHEREAS,Larry has worked persistently to create an agency which will preserve and protect public open space as both a lasting legacy for future generations, and as a significant contribution to the creation of a regional greenbelt; and WHEREAS,Larry has successfully initiated the Authority's land preservation efforts by purchasing the first 3,207 acres of open space land for the Santa Clara County Open Space Authority; and WHEREAS,Larry Coons is retiring as General Manager of the Santa Clara County Open Space Authority. NOW, TIIEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District honor, commend, and applaud Larry Coons for his accomplishments and achievements throughout his years of service to the Santa Clara County Open Space Authority and the Santa Clara County Parks and Recreation Department,for his dedication and commitment to preserving open space and park lands for the public benefit, and for his steadfast leadership of the Authority during his tenure. Adopted by the Board ofDirectors June 9, 1999 Meeting 99-11 SPECIAL AND REGULAR MEETING BOARD OF DIRECTORS April 28, 1999 MINUTES I. ROLL CALL President Jed Cyr called the meeting to order at 6:05 P.M. Members Present: Betsy Crowder, Nonette Hanko, Mary Davey, Jed Cyr, Ken Nitz, Peter Siemens, and Deane Little. Members Absent: None Personnel Present: Craig Britton, Sue Schectman, John Escobar, Mike Williams, Del Woods, Duncan Simmons, Malcolm Smith, and Randy Anderson. II. CLOSED SESSION At 6:05 P.M. J. Cyr stated that the Board would adjourn to Closed Session for the purpose of discussing Closed Session agenda Items 1, 2, and 3. The Board recessed to Closed Session at 6:05 P.M. and the Closed Session commenced at 6:05 P.M. The Board concluded the Closed Session at 7:14 P.M. and J. Cyr calf the Special Meeting to order at 7:18 P.M. He noted that no reportable actions had taken place in Closed Session. Additional Personnel Present: Jodi Isaacs, Del Woods, Deirdre Dolan, Malcolm Smith, Michael Williams, Peggy Coats, John Escobar, Randy Anderson, Jeff Smith, and Jennifer Menk. III. SPECIAL MEETING Agenda Item No. 1 - Designation of District Director(s) to Submit an Application to Serve on the County of Santa Clara Community Resource Group (CRG) for the Stanford University Community Plan and General Use Permit. Motion: B. Crowder moved that the Board designate N. Hanko to submit an application to serve on the County of Santa Clara Community Resource Group (CRG) for the Stanford University Community Plan and General Use Permit. D. Little seconded the motion. The motion passed 7 to 0. The Board concluded the Special Meeting at 7:40 P.M. and J. Cyr called the Regular Meeting to order at 7:41 P.M. i Meeting 99-11 Page 2 IV. SPECIAL ORDER OF THE DAY J. Escobar introduced two of the three newly hired rangers: Jennifer Menk and Jeff Smith who were present. Carrie Sparks-Hart was not able to be at the meeting. V. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Dick Schwind, 11825 Skyline Blvd., Los Gatos, expressed concern about the spread of feral pigs on the South Skyline Preserve. He pointed out data sheets he had attached to a letter submitted to the Board, and urged them to take immediate action to control the spread of feral pigs by reestablishing a strong, quantitative evaluation of the rooting and starting an appropriate depredation program. J. Isaacs responded, stating that invasive non-native plants were a greater threat to the land than feral pigs, and priorities needed to be set. She said staff is gathering information on measures being taken by other agencies. VI. ADOPTION OF AGENDA Motion: B. Crowder moved that the Board adopt the agenda. D. Little seconded the motion. The motion passed 7 to 0. VII. ADOPTION OF CONSENT CALENDAR Motion: K. Nitz moved that the Board approve the Consent Calendar, including approval of minutes of the February 24, 1999 Special and Regular Meeting; agenda item 3, Authorization for the General Manager to Execute a Contract to Hire Tamara Kan to Perform the Fieldwork Necessary to Finalize a District-wide Vegetation Map at a Cost Not to Exceed $14.600; and Revised Claims 99-11. B. Crowder seconded the motion. The motion passed 7 to 0. VIII. BOARD BUSINESS A. Agenda Item No. 1 - Proposed Addition of Gagliasso P=jU to Cathedral Oaks Area of Sierra Azul Oren Space Preserve; Determination That the Recommended Actions are Categorically Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act: Tentative Adoption of the Preliminary Use and Management Plan. Including Naming the Gagliasso Proy as an Addition to the Cathedral Oaks Area of Sierra Azul Onen Space Preserve: and Indicate the Intention to Withhold the Pro rtrty from Dedication as Public Qpen Space at This Time - (R=rt R-99-63). M. Williams presented the staff report. C. Britton and S. Schectman talked about the possibility of seeking quiet title to the one-third of the property owned by the deceased brother, who died intestate. Meeting 99-11 Page 3 Motion: K. Nitz moved that the Board determine that the recommended actions are categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act as set out in the staff report; adopt Resolution No. 99-14, Resolution Authorizing Acceptance of the Purchase Agreement, Authorizing Officer to Execute Certificate of Acceptance of Grant to District, and Authorizing General Manager to Execute Any and All Other Documents Necessary or Appropriate to Closing of the Transaction (Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve - Lands of Gagliasso); tentatively adopt the Preliminary Use and Management Plan recommendations contained in the staff report, including naming the Gagliasso property as an addition to the Cathedral Oaks Area of Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve; and indicate their intention to withhold the property from dedication as public open space at this time. M. Davey seconded the motion. The motion passed 7 to 0. B. Agenda Item No. 2 - Authorization for the General Manager to Execute a Contract to Hire Rana Creek Habitat Restoration to Implement the Third Phase of the Russian Ridge Grassland Management Plan at a Cost Not to Exceed $48.000 in Fiscal Year 1999-2000 and Determination That the Recommended Actions are Categorically Exe pi from the California Environmental Quality Act - eport R-99-64) J. Isaacs recapped the overall goal of the project. She showed a map depicting the treatments used in the past and the planned treatments for the coming year. She said staff would arrange for a tour of the treatment areas. She said yellow star thistle is starting to grow again. Wildflowers have not bloomed yet, but the burn did not degrade them. Regarding the categorical exemption from CEQA, J. Isaacs said staff felt they had addressed all environmental considerations through the burn plan. Motion: P. Siemens moved that the Board determine that the recommended actions are categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act as set out in the staff report; and authorize the General Manager to execute a contract with Rana Creek Habitat Restoration to implement the third phase of the Russian Ridge Grassland Management Plan with a budget not to exceed $48,000 in fiscal year 1999-2000. K. Nitz seconded the motion. The motion passed 7 to 0. IX. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS K. Nitz: 1. He pointed out that Sunset Magazine's list of 20 scenic day hikes did not include any from the District. 2. He had a copy of an article from the Independent real estate section called Get Ready to Build on the Coast. 3. He spoke at George Seeger's memorial rock. He said all Board members need to continue to have the vision of the future and the foresight to dedicate and preserve land. Meeting 99-11 Page 4 B. Crowder: 1. On Earth Day she visited the new Sausal Trail at Windy Hill behind the new parking lot. 2. She attended the Nature Conservancy breakfast. John Sawhill, president of the Nature Conservancy, and Steve McCormick, California chairman, were present, to talk about their China project. 3. She gave her notes regarding the Castle Rock Plan to J. Anderson, as well as a letter making it clear these were not the Board's comments. 4. She commented on the field activity reports regarding vandalism. N. Hanko: 1. She attended the Seeger event and thanked K. Nitz for his presentation. She commented on the setting and talked about Mr. Seeger's contributions including saving the Hassler property. She mentioned those in attendance. P. Siemens: 1. The Trails Committee in Los Gatos is working with the developer regarding the Guadalupe College property. 2. He attended the Annual Special District Association of Santa Clara County meeting with C. Britton and M. Smith. The new board of directors has set up a subcommittee to work on an action plan for proposed LAFCO membership. J. Cyr: 1. He expressed approval regarding agenda item 3, authorization to hire Tamara Kan to finalize a district-wide vegetation map. 2. He announced he would attend the Santa Clara County Planning Commission workshop in Mountain View on Monday, May 3. B. Crowder continued her report as follows: 1. She had copies of a Trail Builder Newsletter talking about the possible damage trail building does. 2. The Bay Area Ridge Trail kickoff event will be at her home tomorrow. C. Britton: 1. The option to acquire timber from Arlie expired on April 15. They are going to go ahead and start logging and will work with Big Creek. He had contacted a forester and believes the logging can improve the forest in the long term if done right. 2. The FYls included a copy of a letter from Richard Bonino and the reply, which was written by R. Anderson. 3. The District received a gift of another 1/42 interest in the Kirschbaum property. 4. He referred to a memo regarding changes in administration and planning. 5. There was also a memo asking for dates for the staff appreciation event. Following discussion, the Board chose August 19. 6. He had reservation information for the May 14 Bay Area Open Space Council event. 7. The Special Parks District Forum will be in Cincinnati June 9-12. S. Schectman: 1. Thanks to C. Britton's efforts some of the Arlie Land and Cattle attorney fees had been discounted. 2. There is potential for an amendment to the Russian convent agreement. There is no new development yet. They are considering whether they wish to amend the plan and will keep her informed. J. Escobar: 1. The Use and Management Committee met to discuss a permit system at the Long Ridge dog area. They should be bringing the report to the next meeting. 2. Saturday he attended the City of Mountain View Stevens Creek Trail dedication. 3. He reminded them of the May 6 CCC Unity Day at Pulgas Ridge. i Meeting 99-11 Page 5 At 8:55 P.M., J. Cyr announced that the Board would adjourn to a Closed Session to discuss Agenda Item No. 3. X. ADJOURNMENT At 9:12 P.M., the meeting was adjourned. Roberta Wolfe Recording Secretary Meeting 99-10 SPECIAL AND REGULAR MEETING BOARD OF DIRECTORS April 14, 1999 MINUTES I. ROLL CALL J. Cyr called the meeting to order at 6:33 P.M. Members Present: Betsy Crowder, Jed Cyr, Mary Davey, Pete Siemens, Deane Little, and Ken Nitz. Members Absent: Nonette Hanko. Staff Present: Craig Britton, Sue Schectman, Mike Williams, Del Woods, Malcolm Smith, John Escobar, and Duncan Simmons. H. CLOSED SESSION At 6:33 P.M. J. Cyr stated that the Board would adjourn to Closed Session for the purpose of discussing Closed Session Agenda Items 1 and 2. The Board recessed to Closed Session at 6:33 P.M. and the Closed Session commenced at 6:33 P.M. The Board concluded the Closed Session at 7:27 P.M. and J. Cyr called the Regular Meeting to order at 7:32 P.M. He noted that no reportable actions had taken place in Closed Session, and that the Board would adjourn to Closed Session at the conclusion of the Regular Meeting. Additional Personnel Present:Deirdre Dolan, Duncan Simmons, Peggy Coats, John Escobar, and Randy Anderson. III. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS There were none. IV. SPECIAL ORDER OF THE DAY C. Britton noted that staff had reviewed the Castle Rock plan and thought it was excellent work Jan Anderson, Mountain Superintendent, California State Parks, presented an overview of the Castle Rock General Plan and highlighted its salient points. She paraphrased the mission statement and state park classifications and showed a map of uses and activities. B. Crowder said she had used trails there and in Big Basin and saw this as an opportunity for agencies to cooperate. She highlighted her written comments. Meeting 99-10 Page 2 J. Anderson clarified that there are two full time rangers. They intend to start a baseline analysis in the fall, which could help in estimating how many rangers would be appropriate. B. Crowder talked about the history of the Skyline to the Sea Trail. C. Britton agreed that between Santa Clara County, the District , and the State, there should be a visitor center at Saratoga Gap. J. Anderson responded to B. Crowder's questions about the campground. She talked about parking fees, available parking, volunteers, and camp hosts. Bruce Bettencourt, 18474 Grizzly Rock Road, Los Gatos, asked how long it would take to have the parking completed. J. Anderson said the plan would go to the State Park Commission in August. Barry Bolton, Friends of Castle Rock, said there would be major ecological impacts. He talked about the State parks mission, and said this was a money-raising plan. He requested that they review the plan from an ecological and high-quality recreation point of view. J. Cyr made a statement regarding the Board's responsibility regarding the plan, and said he was looking forward to working with the State on the recreation portion of it. B. Bettencourt said the plan remained a development plan to increase revenue and only gave lip service to environmental issues. He said it was an artifact of a past administration and its policies. He talked about the District mission and read from the State code that defined wilderness. He talked about the alternative preferred plan and gave out copies. C. Britton said if this was a District preserve the plan might be different, and clarified that the only overlapping jurisdictions with Castle Rock are two parcels on the north side of Skyline. He said the District typically tries to work staff-to-staff; therefore there was no recommended action. He said the District has no camping and the District relies on the County and the State to provide camping. He said staff will not be officially commenting on the plan. J. Anderson clarified that there was no park unit classified as a wilderness within the State park system. Staff and Board thanked J. Anderson. V. ADOPTION OF AGENDA Motion: K. Nitz moved that the Board adopt the agenda. P. Siemens seconded the motion. The motion passed 6 to 0. Meeting 99-10 Page 3 VI. ADOPTION OF CONSENT CALENDAR J. Cyr removed claims; K. Nitz removed, agenda item 4,Denial of Claim for Damages Again st the District and its Officers Submitted by Pietro G. DeNevi. Baseline Development Corporation. Inc and LGCC LLC; and B. Crowder removed the January 27 and February 10 minutes. Motion: B. Crowder moved that the Board approve the Consent Calendar, including agenda item 2, Final Adoption of a Use and Management Plan Amendment to Permanently Remove the Storm-damaged Grabtown Gulch Bridge Over Purisima Creep, and to Create a Loop Trail by Rerouting Lower Grabtown Gulch Trail to Connect to Borden Hatch Mill Trail; agenda item 3, Appointment of Grant Thornton as the District's Auditor for the 1998-1999 Fiscal Year and Authorization for the General Manager to Execute the Engagement Letter Agreement in the Amount of$10.100; agenda item 5, Authorization to Change District's Designation of Authorized Signatories for Entering District Safe Deposit Boxes(,Mid-Peninsula Bank), including adoption of Resolution 99-13 Establishing Signatories for Entering Safe Deposit Boxes(Mid-Peninsula Bank); and agenda item 6,Authorize the Final Payment in an Amount Not to Exceed $30.000 Under the Retainer Agreement for Legal Services With the Firm of Miller. Starr, and Regalia. K. Nitz seconded the motion. The motion passed 6 to 0. VIL APPROVAL OF MINUTES B. Crowder asked that the January 27, 1999 minutes, page 3, next to last paragraph, be changed to read Santa Clara County instead of San Mateo County. B. Crowder asked that the February 10, 1999 minutes, Special Order of the Day, be changed so the third sentence of the first paragraph would read, "They included Bruce Bettencourt, Friends of Castle Rock; David Shrom(magic teacher and ecologist)who showed slides; Lida Beth Gray, representing Santa Clara Valley Audubon Society; and Barry Bolton, Loma Prieta Chapter of the Sierra Club." K. Nitz asked about the statement in the second paragraph under Agenda Item No. 6 on page 9 of the February 10 minutes, and was informed the memo would be sent. Motion: P. Siemens moved that the Board approve the January 27, 1999, and February 10, 1999 minutes as amended. M. Davey seconded the motion. The motion passed 6 to 0. VIII. BOARD BUSINESS A. Agenda Item No. 1 - Proposed Acquisition and Addition of Munson and Peninsula Open Space Trust Properties to Long Ridge Open Space Preserve and Grant of Conservation Easements to Save-the-Redwoods League: Determination that the Recommended Actions are Categorically rically Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act; Tentative Adoption of the Preliminary Use and Management Plan, Including Naming the Munson and Peninsula Open Space Trust Properties as Additions to Long,Ridge Open Space Meeting 99-10 Page 4 Preserve.• and Indicate the Intention to Dedicate the Properties as Public Open Space— (Report R-99-58). C. Britton provided background information, stating that they had looked at different alignments. He referred to the letter from Bonino, noting that staff would draft a reply. D. Woods showed slides of the proposed acquisition and M. Williams outlined the terms and conditions of the acquisition. He explained how a conservation easement works. C. Britton noted that V. Garrod owned the property and sold it to POST. He said the District was getting a good price. Motion: M. Davey moved that the Board determine that the recommended actions are categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act as set out in the staff report; adopt Resolution No. 99-11, Resolution Authorizing Acceptance of Purchase Agreement, Authorizing Officer to Execute Certificate of Acceptance of Grant to District, Authorizing Officer to Execute Grant of Conservation Easement with Covenants Over Real Property Being Acquired, and Authorizing General Manager to Execute Any and All Other Documents Necessary or Appropriate to Closing of the Transaction(Long Ridge Open Space Preserve-Lands of Munson, et al); adopt Resolution No. 99-12, Resolution Authorizing Acceptance of Purchase Agreement, Authorizing Officer to Execute Certificate of Acceptance of Grant to District, Authorizing Officer to Execute Grant of Conservation Easement With Covenants Over Real Property Being Acquired, and Authorizing General Manager to Execute Any and All Other Documents Necessary or Appropriate to Closing of the Transaction(Long Ridge Open Space Preserve-Lands of Peninsula Open Space Trust); tentatively adopt the Preliminary Use and Management Plan recommendations contained in the staff report, including naming the Munson and Peninsula Open Space Trust properties as additions to the Long Ridge Open Space Preserve; and indicate their intention to dedicate the property as public open space. P. Siemens seconded the motion. Discussion: B. Crowder noted that at the entrance to Portola State Park, there is a plaque stating it is the site of Pages' Mill. M. Williams clarified that the reason the Munson acquisition cost more than others is that there is substantial timber value. Vote: The motion passed 6 to 0. B. Agenda Item No, 4-Denial of Claim for Damages Against the District and its Officers Submitted by Pietro G. DeNevi Baseline Development Corporation, Inc., and LGCC, LLC - (Report R-99-61). S. Schectman said it is the District's position that the claim in its entirely is without merit. She said the letter states the facts, and there were no secret meetings or negotiations. She Meeting 99-10 Page 5 said this was a matter of potential litigation, and if the Board wanted legal advice concerning the claim, it could be considered in closed session. Motion: P. Siemens moved that the Board deny the claim against the District and its Officers filed by Pietro G. DeNevi, Baseline Development Corporation, Inc., and LGCC, LLC. K. Nitz seconded the motion. The motion passed 6 to 0. IX. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS M. Davey noted that District staff had made a good presentation at the coast side meeting the night before. The Committee talked about the comprehensive plan for the City of Half Moon Bay and the county. K. Nitz noted that eminent domain will be the topic of the next meeting. P. Siemens said he had contacted Los Gatos and other public agencies regarding resolutions of support for saving the Bear Creek Redwoods. He talked about the Guadalupe College issue and the discussions regarding trail connections that have taken place with the developer. C. Britton noted the letter on the subject that D. Woods had written. J. Cyr commented on the coastside meeting, which he had attended the night before. B. Crowder: 1. The San Mateo County Trails Committee has Patrick Miller working with them as a consultant to update their trails plan and do an EIR, using elements of Santa Clara County's Plan. 2. M. Davey and she were at T. Lempert's breakfast where the Speaker of the Assembly spoke. 3. Committee for Green Foothills had suggested to the Russian Convent that instead of struggling to get a transfer of density credits to the retreat center which is under the Williamson Act, they might want to revise the plan to move the center to the site of the benefactor's house. The item was supposed to be considered by the county planning commission today, but they withdrew the plans. S. Schectman noted that if the convent wished to change their development application, they would need to discuss an amendment to the settlement agreement. K. Nitz referred to C. Britton's letter to the East Bay Regional Park District regarding AB 1578. C. Britton said this was part of the legislative plan approved at a previous meting. In regard to giving money to non-profits, C. Britton said agencies typically do this especially in the land protection business. S. Schectman stated that the law on proper use of funds currently constrains us. D. Little said a letter to the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors protesting the proposed $5 parking fee at Rancho San Antonio had been circulated. He thought it would be easy to get signatures. C. Britton: 1. FYIs contained a note about PADS setting up an information station. 2. A letter to Arlie giving notice of the extension of the option was also in the FYIs. He said he was still talking to Audrey Rust, Assemblyman Cunneen and Senator Sher. The option to buy the timber would run out April 15. 3. The FYIs contained an announcement by the Bay Area Open Space Council of a free seminar on Friday, May 14, at the Presidio. 4. There was a notice of Sunnyvale's State of the City address to be held on April 21. 5. Mountain View's dedication celebration for Stevens Creek Trail Reach 3 would be held on April 24. 6. The CCC lunch at Meeting 99-10 Page 6 I Pulgas was postponed to May 6. 7. They had received notice that the Jacque's Ridge staging area project grant had been approved. 8. J. Escobar and he went to the hearing on our bill AB 1578 (Cunneen). East Bay has a bill regarding expenditure limitation which the District is interested in being included. J. Escobar: 1. The presentations by he and G. Baillie at CPRS went well. 2. He reminded the Use and Management Committee of a meeting at 6 P.M. on April 22 regarding the permit system for dogs at Long Ridge. 3. Two new rangers started work and another will start next week. X. CLAIMS K. Nitz asked for information on#5904 BK2 Inc. Semco for underground tank removal contractor he was told it was at Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve, former Bullis property. Regarding#5905, B. Crowder said they were supposed to plant today. C. Britton said staff will hold the check until they do planting and staff inspects it. S. Schectman thought there was continuing maintenance obligation in the contract. K. Nitz asked about#5908 and#5909 for legal services. S. Schectman said#5908 was for insurance defense work, and#5909 was for the case regarding tree cutting at Thornewood. Regarding#5961, K. Nitz said would like to see an informational poster or plaque regarding the restoration at the site of the work. It should also include thank yous to CCC and volunteers. P. Coats clarified #5884. C. Britton encouraged Board members to call him regarding questions on claims. Motion: M. Davey moved that the Board approve Revised Claims 99-07. K. Nitz seconded the motion. The motion passed 6-0. (B. Crowder voted no on#5905) At 9:48 P.M., J. Cyr announced that the Board would adjourn to closed session to continue discussion on Agenda Items 1 and 2. XI. CLOSED SESSION XII. ADJOURNMENT At approximately 10:15 P.M. the meeting was adjourned. Roberta Wolfe Recording Secretary Regional Open _*ce 1 MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT R-99-77 Meeting 99-14 June 9, 1999 AGENDA ITEM 1 AGENDA ITEM Appointment of Peace Officers GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATIONS 5 l. Adopt the attached Resolution of the Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District Appointing Peace Officer Carrie Sparks-Hart. 2. Adopt the attached Resolution of the Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District Appointing Peace Officer Jennifer Menk. DISCUSSION At your meeting of January 14, 1976, you accepted the recommendation that District rangers be appointed as peace officers as outlined under Section 830.31(b) of the Penal Code of the State of California (see report R-76-2 dated January 7, 1976). Carrie Sparks-Hart and Jennifer Menk have met the necessary Penal Code requirements to qualify them for appointment. The passage of the attached resolutions will complete the appointment process. Prepared by: Gordon Baillie, Operations Analyst Contact person: John Escobar, Assistant General Manager 330 Distel Circle • Los Altos,CA 94022-1404 • Phone:650-691-1200 FAX:650-691-0485 • E-mail: mrosdQaopenspace.org • Web site:www.openspace.org ' Board of Directors:Pete Siemens,Mary C.Davey,led Cyr,Deane Little,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Kenneth C.Nitz •Genera!Manager:L.Craig Britton RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT APPOINTING PEACE OFFICER The Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District does hereby resolve as follows: The following person is hereby designated a peace officer of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District pursuant to 830.31(b) of the Penal Code of the State of California, to enforce the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District Land Use Regulations, as set out in District Ordinance 93-1, and those state and local regulations related to the protection and safe use of District land, enforcement of which has been specifically authorized by the District. Carrie Sparks-Hart RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT APPOINTING PEACE OFFICER The Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District does hereby resolve as follows: The following person is hereby designated a peace officer of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District pursuant to 830.31(b) of the Penal Code of the State of California, to enforce the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District Land Use Regulations, as set out in District Ordinance 93-1, and those state and local regulations related to the protection and safe use of District land, enforcement of which has been specifically authorized by the District. Jennifer Menk Regional Open .ice -------------------- R-99-81 MIDPENIN'SULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT Meeting 99-14 June 9, 1999 AGENDA ITEM 2 AGENDA ITEM Extension of the Agreement and Site Lease for Deer Hollow Farm and Determination that the Recommended Actions are Categorically Exempt from the alifornia Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATIONS 1. Authorize the General Manager to execute the attached First Amendment to the Agreement with the City of Mountain View and the County of Santa Clara extending the joint operation of Deer Hollow Farm until June 30, 2000. 2. Authorize the General Manager to execute the attached First Amendment to the Site Lease between the District and the County of Santa Clara extending the lease until June 30, 2000. BACKGROUND The District has worked cooperatively with the City of Mountain View since 1977 to provide educational activities at Deer Hollow Farm in Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve. In 1994, the agreement was amended to include funding and participation by the County of Santa Clara. In August 1996, a new Agreement was negotiated between the District,the County of Santa Clara, and the City of Mountain View(see report R-96-83). This agreement further defined the monetary and in-kind support to be provided by each entity. A separate Site Lease was entered into by the District and the County, whereby the District leased approximately 10 acres of land to the County for a sum of$50,000 per year. DISCUSSION Discussions are currently underway regarding a possible transfer of management responsibilities for Rancho San Antonio County Park. These discussions will not be completed prior to the expiration of the current Site Lease and Agreement on June 30, 1999. Extension of the Site Lease and the Agreement will allow for the continued operation of Deer Hollow Farm under the current contractual agreements, while the issues concerning the management of Rancho San Antonio County Park are resolved. 330 Distel Circle • Los Altos, CA 94022-1404 Phone: 650-691-1200 FAX:650-691-0485 . E-mail:mrosdr@openspace.org . Web site:www.ol)enspice.org Board of Directors:Pete Siemens,Mary C.Davey,led Cyr,Deane Little, Nonette Hanko, Betsy Crowder,Kenneth C. Nitz •Genera!Manager:I..Craig Britton R-99-81 Page 2 CEQA DETERMINATION Staff concludes that this project will not have a significant effect on the environment. It is categorically exempt from CEQA (the California Environmental Quality Act) under section 15301 of the CEQA Guidelines as follows: Section 15301 allows for the continued operation of an existing public facility, with no expansion of use beyond that which currently exists. Prepared By: Gordon Baillie, Operations Analyst Contact: John M. Escobar, Assistant General Manager 06/02/99 14:08 FAX 408358 3,245 PARK ADMIN 003/004 FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT AMONG THE CITY OF MOUNTAIN VIEW, MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT COUNTY OF SANTA CLARA This is a First Amendment (Amendment) to the Agreement dated August 20, 1996, among the CITY OF MOUNTAIN VIEW, a California Charter City and municipal corporation (CITY), MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT, a public district (DISTRICT), and the COUNTY OF SANTA CLARA, a subdivision of the State of California (COUNTY). RECITALS A. On August 20, 1996, CITY, DISTRICT and COUNTY entered into an Agreement allowing CITY to provide activities for its citizens at DISTRICT's Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve and providing for each of the parties to share funding of Deer Hollow Farm. B. CITY, DISTRICT and COUNTY wish to extend the term of the Agreement from June 30, 1999, to June 30, 2000, at the same rent of$50,000 per year. Now, therefore, DISTRICT and COUNTY agree as follows: 1. Section 2 is amended by adding the following sentence after 'Agreement' in the first sentence: 'COUNTY shall pay $50,000 to DISTRICT as lease payment for the year ending June 30, 2000.' 2. Section 3.a., Term of the Agreement, shall be deleted and replaced in its entirety as follows; 04a. Term of the Agreement The term of this Agreement shall begin on July 1, 1996, and shall expire on June 30, 2000, unless ended sooner or extended according to the provisions of the Agreement. This Agreement shall operate on a fiscal year basis from July I to June 30 of each year, starting on July 1, 1996-" 3. All remaining provisions of the Site Lease remain in full force and effect except as expressly provided above. The parties have executed this First Amendment on the latest date shown below: CITY OF MOUNTAIN VIEW COUNTY OF SANTA CLARA Kevin C. Duggan, City Manager Pete McHugh, Chairperson Board of Supervisors Approved as to content: Date: David A. Muela, Community Services Dir- 06/02/99 14:09 FAX 408 358 3245 PARK ADMIN Z004/004 CITY OF MOUNTAIN VIEW(contd) COUNTY OF SANTA CLARA(Cont'd) Financial approval: Attest: Patti J. Kong, Asst. Finance &Administrative Phyllis A. Perez, Clerk of the Board of Services Director Supervisors Approved as to form, Date: Approved as to form and legality: C. Shelley Emerson, Senior Assistant City Attorney Kathryn A. Berry, Deputy County Counsel MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT Approved and accepted: Jed Cyr, President, Board of Directors Date: Attest: Peggy Coati I�, District Clerk Approved as to form: Susan Schectman, District Counsel 2 06/02/99 14:08 FAX 408 3583245 _ PARK ADMIN e 002/004 FIRST AMENDMENT SITE LEASE BETWEEN MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT & COUNTY OF SANTA CLARA This is a First Amendment (Amendment) to the SITE LEASE dated August 20, 1996, between the MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT, a public district (DISTRICT) and the COUNTY OF SANTA CLARA, a subdivision of the State of California (COUNTY). RECITALS A. On August 20, 1996, DISTRICT and COUNTY entered into a Site Lease by which the DISTRICT leased to the COUNTY the property known as Deer Hollow Farm, a part of the DISTRICT's Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve. B. DISTRICT and COUNTY wish to extend the term of the Site Lease from June 30, 1999, to June 30, 2000, at the same rent of $50,000 per year. Therefore, DISTRICT and COUNTY agree as follows: 1. Section D, Term, shall be deleted and replaced in its entirety as follows: D. Term. The term of this Lease shall begin on July 1, 1996, and shall expire on June 30, 2000, unless ended sooner according to the provisions of the Site Lease. 2. E. . ent- COUNTY shall pay $50,000 per year as consideration for the tenancy. 3. All remaining provisions of the Site Lease remain in full force and effect except as expressly Provided above. The parties have executed this First Amendment on the latest date shown below: MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE COUNTY OF SANTA CLARA DISTRICT Approved and accepted: Pete McHugh, Chairperson Board of Supervisors Jed Cyr, President, Board of Directors Date: Date: Attest: Attest: Phyllis A. Perez, Clerk of the Board of Supervisors Peggy Coates, District Clerk Date: Approved as to form: Approved as to form and legality: Susan Schectman, District Counsel Kathryn A. Berry, Deputy County Counsel Regional Open , ice MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT R-99-85 Meeting 99-14 June 9, 1999 AGENDA ITEM 3 AGENDA ITEM Denial of Two Claims for Damages Against the District, the Board of Directors, and District Staff Submitted by Richard J. Bourke DISTRICT LEGAL COUNSEL'S RECOMMENDATION C(0 Deny the two claims against the District filed by Richard J. Bourke. DISCUSSION Mr. Bourke filed two claims for damages against the District on May 3, 1999. One claim alleges "destruction, stealing, conversion or seizure" of various articles of personal property valued at$6000(the "personal property claim") and the other claim alleges "deceitful acquisition of real property" with damages in excess of$250,000(the "real property claim"). Copies of the claims are attached to this report. The District acquired a 20-acre parcel of land from the Mardens after the Mardens foreclosed on Mr. Bourke for failure to make payments under a deed of trust. Mr. Bourke eventually had to be evicted from the property by the Mardens before escrow closed on the District acquisition. The "personal property claim" is grounded on an assertion that Mr. Bourke was denied access to the property for the purpose of removing his belongings. The "real property claim" appears to be for conversion and tortious interference with prospective economic benefit, with additional allegations of negligence, and possibly of conspiracy, based on acquisition of the Marden property by the District. Mr. Bourke was given numerous opportunities by the Mardens to remove his personal property from the Marden parcel before escrow closed on the District acquisition. Review of the relevant title transactions shows that any interest of Mr. Bourke in the real property was terminated on June 30, 1998, by the Trustee's Sale to the Mardens. The Government Code requires that claims for damages be presented to a public agency within six months of the incident. The District then has 45 days to determine whether to approve or deny the claim. Upon denial of a claim, a claimant has six months to determine whether to proceed with legal action. District Legal Counsel has reviewed these claims and recommends they be denied. There does not appear to be any basis to impose liability upon the District for these claims. Prepared by: Duncan M. Simmons Research Attorney Contact Person: Same as above 330 Distel Circle • I os Altos, CA 94022-1404 * Phone: 650 691-1200 FAX: 650-691 0485 • E-mail: mrosd«openspace.org • Web site:www.openspace.org Ho.?rd W Direr tors Pete Siemens,,Mary C. Davey,led Cyr,Deane:Little, Nonette Hanko, 130,v Croevder, Kenneth C. Nitz •General Manager-I C:rai,r;Britton CLAIM AGAP NIIDPENINSULA REGIONAL O# SPACE DISTRICT Please return Eo District Clerk, 330 Distel Circle, Lo Altos, CA 94022 MAY 3 stir Complete the following, adding additional sheets (as necessary. 1. CLAIMANT'S NAME (Print)_ CV (t✓`d ' " & 2. CLAIMANT'S ADDRESS: C7 UnAbE CA' S0 (Street or P.O. Box Number - City - State - Zip Code) HOME PHONE: 7 WORK PHONE: 3. AMOUNT OF CLAIM: A. IF AMOUNT CLAIMED IS LESS THAN $1 000: A �1Q�� ClaAs g Estimate amount of total damage or loss: U(7� Attach copies of bills, estimates and other documents showing how you computed the am nt of your claim. B. IF AMOUNT CLAIMED IS MORE THAN $10,000, INDICATE WHERE JURISDICTION RESTS: Municipal Court _ )( Superior Court 4. ADDRESS TO WHICH NOTICES ARE TO BE SENT, IF DIFFERENT (Name) FROM LINES 1 AND 2 (PRINT) (Street or P.O. Box Number) (City - State - Zip Code) h , 5. DATE OF INCIDENT: J l TIME F V�lv qq� o INCIDENT: n k h LOCATION O INCIDENT: C"-J� 4 7- &Mt U) �R 6. DESCRIBE THE INCIDENT OR ACCIDENT UPON WHICH THIS CLAIM IS BASED, INCLUDING YOUR REASON FOR BELIEVING THAT THE DISTRICT IS LIABLE FOR YOUR DAMAGES: canes 1004 � S� I I �G C� GSS 7 � n OuJ N 6�- C)W h �S cc+ 7 DESCRIBE ALL DAM , OR LOSS WHICH YOU BELIEV. JU HAVE INCURRED OR WILL INCUR AS A RESULT OF THE INCIDENT: cl � cw ev A)O V 0. A G� 4 6 & (e, T Gl� ' �,Ix 8. NAME(S) OF PUBLIC EMPLOYEE(S) YOU CLAIM CAUSED THE DAMA , IF KNOWN: / ooj� V13o Signature of Claim an Dat Note: Any person who, with intent to defraud, presents any false or fraudulent claim may be punished by imprisonment or fines or both. Penal Code §72. Note: Claims must be filed within six months of incident. See Government Code Section 911.2 CLAIM AGAIN: ®PENINSULA REGIONAL OP*SPACE DISTRICT �-- Please return to District Clerk, 330 Distel Circle, Los Altos, CA 94022 Complete the following, adding additional sheets as necessary. MAY 3 i'359 1. CLAIMANT'S NAME (Print) TlCJ�Qyj J.• �O t� V�c 2. CLAIMANT'S ADDRESS: 0 3 8 L ll- CAoL Street or P.O. Box Number - City - State - Zip Code) HOME PHONE: �� T 9 7 (22—1 D WORK PHONE: 3. AMOUNT OF CLAIM: A. IF AMOUNT CLAIMED IS LESS THAN $10,000: Estimate amount of total damage or loss: Attach copies of bills, estimates and other documents showing how you computed the amount of your claim. B. IF AMOUNT CLAIMED IS MORE THAN $10,000, INDICATE WHERE JURISDICTION RESTS: Municipal Court Superior Court 4. ADDRESS TO WHICH NOTICES ARE TO BE SENT, IF DIFFERENT (Name) FROM LINES 1 AND 2 (PRINT) (Street or P.O. Box Number) LANZ) (City - State - Zip Code) 5. DATE OF INCIDENT: Taffi OF INCIDENT: LOCATION OF INCIDENT: DCC — �7S L GS 6. DESCRIBE THE INCIDENT OR ACCIDENT UPON WHICH THIS CLAIM IS BASED, INCLUDING YOUR REASON FOR BELIEVING THAT THE DISTRICT IS LIABLE FOR YOUR DAMAGES: [ST!i al oJ -A G � 15—{—r� L5 � 1 ou) n ,F_ . � W\ - �'OAO' 4 _L 1 0 AD \rF Q '10 I h✓�S (over) fl I G�5 R E - Aq i. DESCRIBE ALL DAMN OR LOSS WHICH YOU BELIEVE U HAVE INCURRED OR WILL INCUR AS A RESULT OF THE IN IDENT: Los's ty0(')L:1 6e-j/ ,A�v) *4 q V 1/19 r 6 8. NAME(S) OF PUBLIC EMPLOYEE ) YOU CLAIM CAUSED THE DAMAGES, IF KNOWN: ,?4m �a Signature of Claimant Date . Note: Any person who, wi intent to defraud, presents any false or fraudulent claim may be punished by imprisonment or fines or both. Penal Code §72. Note: Claims must be filed within six months of incident. See Government Code Section 911.2 Regional Open . .ice s R-99-84 MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT Meeting 99-14 June 9, 1999 AGENDA ITEM 4 AGENDA ITEM Award of Contract to Purchase Five Prefabricated Pit 'let-Restrooms at a Cost of$105,553 17 from Restroom Facilities Corporation of Reno, Neva GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION Award the contract for the purchase of five prefabricated pit toilet restrooms for $105,553 to Restroom Facilities Corporation of Reno, Nevada. DISCUSSION At your May 12, 1999, meeting you authorized staff to solicit bids for the purchase of five prefabricated pit toilet restrooms to replace existing chemical recirculating restroom units at Skyline Ridge (2), Purisima Creek Redwoods (2), and Rancho San Antonio (1) Open Space Preserves. A notice to bidders was sent out to qualified manufacturers of pit toilet restrooms and a legal ad was placed in the San Jose Mercury News. Bids were due on June 1. Restroom Facilities Corporation of Reno, Nevada, submitted the sole bid. Staff has purchased pit toilet restrooms from Restroom Facilities Corporation in the past and has been very pleased with the product. Most recently, staff installed new pit toilet units at Monte Bello, the Daniels Nature Center at Skyline Ridge, and lower Windy Hill Open Space Preserves. Restroom Facilities Corporation provided those units. The bid amount of$105,553 includes manufacture, delivery, and crane-operated placement of the units into position at the three preserves. District staff will obtain permits and prepare the site prior to delivery. The fiscal year 1999-2000 budget includes $140,000 for the cost of replacing the five restroom units. Staff estimated the restroom purchase at $110,000. Restroom Facilities Corporation's bid is within the staff estimate for purchase of the restroom units. The remainder of the budgeted funds will cover the cost of permits, removal of the existing structures, preparing the site, and installation by District field staff. Prepared by: Mary de Beauvieres, Senior Planner Contact: Same as above 330 Distel Circle • Los Altos,CA 94022-1404 • Phone:650-691-1200 FAX:650-691-0485 . E-mail: mrosd®openspace.org • Web site:www.openspace.org Board of Directors:Pete Siemens,Mary C.Davey,led Cyr,Deane Little,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Kenneth C. Nitz •General Manager:L.Craig Britton Regional Open , - ice R-99-82 MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT Meeting 99-14 June 9, 1999 AGENDA ITEM 5 AGENDA ITEM Final Adoption of a Use and Management Plan Amendment for Long Ridge Open Space Preserve to Allow Leashed Dog Access under a Test Case Permit System i GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDAT�9NS Adopt the Use and Management Plan Amendment to allow leashed dog access under a test case permit system at Long Ridge Open Space Preserve. BACKGROUND At your May 12, 1999, meeting, you considered an amendment to the Use and Management Plan for Long Ridge Open Space Preserve to allow leashed dog access on a 13-acre area of the preserve under a test case permit system. The test case permit system was tentatively approved to allow time for additional public comment. Upon your final action, the system will go into effect August 16, 1999. Staff has received no further public comment. Prepared by: Mary de Beauvieres, Senior Planner Contact: Gordon Baillie, Operations Analyst 330 Distel Circle • Los Altos,CA 94022-1404 • Phone:650-691-1200 FAX:650-691-0485 • E-mail:mrosd®openspace.org • Web site:www.openspace.orgf Board of Directors:Pete Siemens,Mary C.Davey,Jed Cyr,Deane Little,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Kenneth C.Nitz •General Manager:L.Craig Britton Claims No. 88-11 yNeeUngSS-14 Date: June S. 19Q8 Revised K8|DPEN|NSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT # Amount Name Description 6204 130.49 ADT Security Services Burglar Alarm 7ervice 6205 188.07 ArtechLominoUng Lamination Supplies 6200 18.08 AT&T Telephone Service 8207 153.30 Bailey's Field Supplies 6208 85.00 Berry's Pest Control @en/ims PestContno|-Enberphso Rentals 6209 768.58 Big 4Rents Excovator'Ronto| Equipnnent 6210 108.00 BiU'e Towing & Recovery Towing Services 6211 4.785.00 Louis Bmrdi General Engineering Skyline Ridge Dumpsite Road Restoration 8212 387.00 Brian KongasFou|h Teague Hill Planner Services 8213 108.85 Cabe|n'm Uniform Vests 6214 160.58 California Water Service Company Water Service 8215 110.82 Camino Medical Group Medical Services 6218 277.01 Kerry Carlson Reimbursement-Field Supplies 6217 5.042.08 Carpenter Printing Skyline Brochure Printing 8218 589.71 Cascade Fire Equipment Company Uniform Supplies 8210 380.00 Casino Game Rental Volunteer Appreciation Event--Depoait 6220 138.60 Cole Supply Co.. Inc. Janitorial Supplies 8221 608.57 Cornpurun Computer Repairs 6332 21.11 Contemporary Engraving Name Badge Engnmving-VTPClass 8223 225.32 CostooVVho|ooa|e Office& Field Supplies 8224 14.033.83 Dell Marketing, L.P. Computers & Monitors 6225 115.78 Dynamed Safety Supplies 6226 247.07 Matt Freeman Vehicle Expense 6227 183.90 Emergency Vehicle Systems Siren Speaker 8238 79.00 Fa|oneDodQe Vehicle Repairs 8229 1.259.00 First American Title Company Escrow&Title Fees-POST Garrod 6230 39.72 Forestry Suppliers, Inc. Field Supplies 6331 105.00 G. E. Richardson Electric Electrical Repairs-Diahy| Circle Building 6232 10.000.00 General Convention of the New Jerusalem OahaooanoeFoe-SierraAzu| OSP 6233 347.84 {3oodcoPresa. Inc. Printing Services 6234 154.14 GTE Wireless Cellular Phone Service 6235 14.32 Hyebar Sales Company Equipment Supplies 6238 77.94 Interstate Traffic Control Products Sign Posts 6237 240.00 J 8roBmUaries. Inc. Radio Batteries 8338 200.00 Tamara Kan Grassland Consultant 8239 1.078.88 Ketch-All Company Animal Catch Poles 6240 5.500.00 Kier&Wright Civil Engineers&Surveyors Property Surveying 6241 5.000.00 °1 Lucille &V0||iorn Ming Sing Lae, 1981 Trust Defganance Fee/Purchase Fee 6243 117.38 Los Altos Garbage Company OumpstarGomice 6243 479.39 Lucent Technologies Phone Maintenance Service 6244 177.16 W1C| VVor|doom Long Distance Phone Service 0245 213.83 Pou| K8oKoxvan Reimbursement-Postage & Recognition Event Supplies 6246 145.00 K8etnoK8obi|eCornmuninadonm Radio Repair& Servicing 6247 455.00 Micro Accounting Solutions Computer Consulting 6248 808.13 Moffett Supply Company Janitorial Supplies 6249 24.28 °2 National Notary Association Membership& Oueo-P. Coats Pagel Claims No. SS- 1 yNoeUng8S-14 Date: JuneS. 1988 Revised K8|DPEN|NSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT # Amount Name Description 6250 40.15 Noble Ford Tractor, Inc. Tractor Oil 6251 38.170.00 North American Title Company HubenetteAcouioition 6252 3.379.00 North American Title Company Escrow&Title Fees-Foster Property 6253 154.45 Northern Energy Propane Service 6254 1.891.90 Pacific Bell Telephone Service 6255 189.87 PaonsonGK8C Vehicle Repairs 6256 73.62 Peninsula Blueprint, Inc. Printing Services 8257 103.75 PIP Printing Docent Connections Printing 6258 14.97 PC Computing Subscription 6259 1.251.51 Progressive Technologies Body Armor Vosts-NewRecruits 6260 3.082.43 Rana Creek Habitat Restoration Phase III Grassland Study-Consultants 6261 27.06 R. E. Borrmnann'o Steel Co. Hardware 6262 1.035.00 Eric Remington V0|d|ife Assessment Consultant 8283 91.45 Royal Brass Inc. Fire Pumper Parts 0264 46.18 Roy'o Repair Service Vehicle Repairs 6365 1.067.32 Russ Enterprises, Inc. Signs 6266 603.00 San Francisco Newspaper Agency Recruitment Advertisement 6267 50.00 San Mateo County C8DA Annua\ Dues 8268 12.00 Santa Clara County Audubon Society Subscription 6268 85.17 GueGohectnnmn Vehicle Expense 8270 56.45 °3 Second Cup Business Meeting Expense 6271 520.82 Shell Oil Company Fuel 6272 128.90 John Shelton, Inc. Drainage Pipes 6273 47.86 Signs of the Times Signs 6274 57.24 Skvvvood Trading Post Fuel 8275 90.00 Sonoma State Univ. Academic Foundation Historic Records Search 6276 4547 Summit Uniforms Uniforms 6277 71.00 Swift Attorney Service Legal Delivery Service 8278 3.500.00 Grant Thornton Auditor Services 8279 19.048.31 2yWAssociates Consulting Services--Annexation 6280 149.59 Vo||en Safety Supply Company Gloves 6281 528.00 Rich Voss Trucking, Inc. Bmsmrook [}a|ivary 6282 12.885.00 VVenbcoamt Litho& Imaging Annual Report Printing 6203 394.16 West Group Payment Center On-Line Legal Service 8284 07.96 Michael Williams Vehicle Expense 6285 85.56 LisoZadeh Vehicle Expense 6286R 8.566.25 TKO Construction La Honda/ Puriaimna Creek Bridge Project 6287R 600.00 Roberta Wolfe Recording Services 6288R 90.59 Deirdre Dolan Reimbursement--Resource Document 6289R 93.19 Petty Cash Business Meeting Expense, Vehicle Expense, Office& Field Supplies °1 Urgent Check Issued K8ay28. 1999 °2 Urgent Check Issued June 1. 1S9S °3 Urgent Check Issued May 27. 1SSS Total 155.038'69 Page 2 Claims No. 99-11 Meeting 99-14 Date: June 9, 1999 MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT # Amount Name Description 6204 130.49 ADT Security Services Burglar Alarm Service 6205 188.07 Artech Laminating Lamination Supplies 6206 18.08 AT&T Telephone Service 6207 153.30 Bailey's Field Supplies 6208 65.00 Berry's Pest Control Service Pest Controk-Enterprise Rentals 6209 768.58 Big 4 Rents Excavator-Rental Equipment 6210 198.00 Bill's Towing & Recovery Towing Services 6211 4,785.00 Louis Bordi General Engineering Skyline Ridge Dumpsite Road Restoration 6212 387.00 Brian Kangas Foulk Teague Hill Planner Services 6213 108.85 Cabela's Uniform Vests 6214 160.56 California Water Service Company Water Service 6215 1110�82 Camino Medical Group Medical Services 6216 277�01 Kerry Carlson Reimbursement-Field Supplies 6217 5,642.08 Carpenter Printing Skyline Brochure Printing 6218 599.71 Cascade Fire Equipment Company Uniform Supplies 6219 380.00 Casino Game Rental Volunteer Event Entertainment Deposit 6220 138.60 Cole Supply Co., Inc. Janitorial Supplies 6221 608.57 Compurun Computer Repairs 6222 21.11 Contemporary Engraving Name Badge Engraving-VTP Class 6223 225.32 Costco Wholesale Office& Field Supplies 6224 14,033.83 Dell Marketing, L.P. Computers& Monitors 6225 115.78 Dynamed Safety Supplies 6226 247.07 Matt Freeman Vehicle Expense 6227 163.90 Emergency Vehicle Systems Siren Speaker 6228 79.00 Falore Vehicle Repairs 6229 1,259.00 First American Title Company Escrow&Title Fees-POST Garrod 6230 39.72 Forestry Suppliers, Inc. Field Supplies 6231 195.00 G. E. Richardson Electric Electrical Repairs--Distel Circle Building 6232 10,000.00 General Convention of the New Jerusalem Defeasance Fee--Sierra Azul OSP 6233 347.64 Goodco Press, Inc. Printing Services 6234 154.14 GTE Wireless Cellular Phone Service 6235 14.32 Hyster Sales Company Equipment Supplies 6236 77.94 Interstate Traffic Control Products Sign Posts 6237 240.00 J Bro Batteries, Inc. Radio Batteries 6238 200.00 Tamara Kan Grassland Consultant 6239 1,078.88 Ketch-All Company Animal Control Equipment 6240 5,500.00 Kier&Wright Civil Engineers&Surveyors, In Property Surveying 6241 5,000.00 *1 Lucille &William Ming Sing Lee, 1991 Trust Defeasance Fee/Purchase Fee 6242 117.36 Los Altos Garbage Company Dumpster Service 6243 479.29 Lucent Technologies Phone Maintenance Service 6244 177A6 MCI Worldcom Long Distance Phone Service 6245 213.83 PauIMcKowan Reimbursement-Postage& Recognition Event Supplies 6246 145.00 MetroMobileCommunications Radio Repair& Servicing 6247 455.00 Micro Accounting Solutions Computer Consulting 6248 608.13 Moffett Supply Company Janitorial Supplies 6249 24.28 *2 National Notary Association Membership & Dues-P. Coats Pagel Claims No. 99-11 Meeting 99-14 Date: June 9, 1999 MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT # Amount Name Description 6250 40.15 Noble Ford Tractor, Inc. Tractor Oil 6251 38,170.00 North American Title Company Hubenette Acquisition 6252 3,379.00 North American Title Company Escrow&Title Fees-Foster Property 6253 154.45 Northern Energy Propane Service 6254 1,891.90 Pacific Bell Telephone Service 6255 189.87 Pearson GMC Vehicle Repairs 6256 73.62 Peninsula Blueprint, Inc. Printing Services 6257 103.75 PIP Printing Docent Connections Printing 6258 14.97 PC Computing Subscription 6259 1,251.51 Progressive Technologies Body Armor Vests--New Recruits 6260 3,082.42 Rana Creek Habitat Restoration Phase III Grassland Study-Consultants 6261 27.06 R. E. Borrmann's Steel Co. Hardware 6262 1,035.00 Eric Remington Wildlife Assessment Consultant 6263 91.45 Royal Brass Inc. Fire Pumper Parts 6264 46.18 Roy's Repair Service Vehicle Repairs 6265 1,067.32 Russ Enterprises, Inc. Signs 6266 603.00 San Francisco Newspaper Agency Recruitment Advertisement 6267 50.00 San Mateo County CSDA AnnualDues 6268 12.00 Santa Clara County Audubon Society Subscription 6269 95.17 Sue Schectman Vehicle Expense 6270 56.45 *3 Second Cup Business Meeting Expense 6271 520.92 Shell Oil Company Fuel 6272 129.90 John Shelton, Inc. Drainage Pipes 6273 47.86 Signs of the Times Signs 6274 57.24 Skywood Trading Post Fuel 6275 90.00 Sonoma State University Academic Foundati Historic Records Search 6276 45.47 Summit Uniforms Uniforms 6277 71.00 Swift Attorney Service Legal Delivery Service 6278 3,500.00 Grant Thornton Auditor Services 6279 19,648.31 2M Associates Consulting Services--Annexation 6280 149.59 Vallen Safety Supply Company Gloves 6281 528.00 Rich Voss Trucking, Inc. Baserock Delivery 6282 12,965.00 Westcoast Litho & Imaging Annual Report Printing 6283 394.16 West Group Payment Center On-Line Legal Service 6284 97.96 Michael Williams Vehicle Expense 6285 85.56 Lisa Zadek Vehicle Expense *1 Urgent Check Issued May 28, 1999 *2 Urgent Check Issued June 1, 1999 *3 Urgent Check Issued May 27, 1999 Total 145,698.66 Page 2 Regional Open . ice MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT TO: Board of Directors FROM: C. Britton, General Manage DATE: June 4, 1999 SUBJECT: FYI 330 Distel Circle a Los Altos, CA 94022-1404 « Phone:650-691-1200 FAX: 650-691-0485 • E-mail: mrosdrropenspace.org o Web site:www.opeiispace.org Boar/of Oirectors:Pete Siemens,Mary C_Davev, led Cyr,Duane Little, Nonette I hnko, Betsy Crowder, Kenneth C.Nit/ •C;eneraf Manager:L.Craig Britton Regional Open ice 2 1 MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT Mr. Don Pugh 231 Glenwood Ave., Woodside, CA 94062 June 1, 1999 Dear Mr. Pugh: Thank you for your letter, which was received in our office on May 17, 1999. With the burgeoning population in the San Francisco Bay area, we are experiencing increasing demands on District lands. As a responsible land management agency, we must look at a variety of factors when considering a permit request such as yours. There is growing concern among staff and the Board about after-hours use. In the event that there was an accident, emergency personnel would be severely hampered by the darkness, and although you may have experienced riders amongst your group, the chances of an accident do dramatically increase after dark. In addition, we have a very limited number of staff working after dark, so emergency response could be delayed. District lands have always closed %2 hour after sunset, and exceptions to this rule have been very rare. District trails, and other improvements, have been designed for daylight use only. As we stated previously, we would be very happy to issue a permit which would allow your event to be held until the preserve closing hours (9:00 pm on the day in question). However, in order for your event to be held, you must obtain a permit. I hope you can understand our reasons for consistently adhering to our policies and ordinances, and that you will obtain a permit and enjoy your event. If you continue to be interested in conducting the event, please contact Operations Analyst Gordon Baillie at (650) 691-1200 for the necessary permit. We appreciate the volunteer work which you and your group have done at Teague Hill and hope that you will continue to work with the District on preserving Open Space for the public benefit. incere , L. Craig Britton General Manager LCB/gb cc: MROSD Board of Directors 3:30 Distel Circle • Los Altos, CA 94022-1404 e Phone: 650-691-1200 FAX: 650-691-0485 . E-mail: mrosderopenspace.org a Web site:www,ol)ensl)ace.org Board or Direcror,:Pete Siemens,Mary C. Davey, led Cyr. Deane Little, Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Kenneth C. Nitz •General Nhimiger:L.Craig;Britton 231 Glenwood Ave Woodside, Calif 94062 650-851-2052 Mr. Craig Briton General Manager MidPeninsula Regional Open Space District 330 Distal Circle Los Altos, Calif. 94022-1404 Dear Mr. Britton, I am in receipt of a letter from John Escobar denying our request for a after hours permit for an equestrian ride on Windy Hill Open Space Preserve. I am appealing that decision to you because it is unfair and unreasonable. I requested a permit for a moonlight ride on Saturday,June 26. We planned to ride up from Portola Valley leaving at 5:00 PM, have a catered dinner at the top, and ride back in the moonlight, leaving the top at 8:45 PM, and returning to the bottom by 10:00pm. Riding back in the moonlight, with the vistas of the bay before you, and the stars twinkling above is truly a beautiful experience. John has offered a permit until 9:00pm, but unfortunately sunset is at 8:36 PM, and it is still daylight then. I asked NASA to speed up rotation of the Earth on that day, but they had already scheduled a shuttle launch, and were unable to comply. John mentioned meetings that discussed guidelines for after-hours use, but were any equestrians invited? There was a concern about safety, but does anyone who knows anything about horses mention that their eyesight is better at night, or that under a full moon, there is enough light to read the trail signs? We had a very successful ride last year, and there were no problems. Moonlight rides have been a tradition in the area for many years. Guidelines are just that. Rules to be followed, unless someone asks for a exception, which is what I am asking for. One extra hour, on one night, once a year. That seems a very reasonable request. There will several MidPen equestrian docents with the group to insure all rules are followed. I have invited 25 people, and have asked everyone to write or call Mid Pen. These are taxpayers and voters, who have supported MidPen through the years. You may recall that I organized a trails work day for Teacrue Hill last year. We had 8 horsemen spend a number of hard, tiring, sweaty hours repairing the trails. Every one of them would like to come on the moonlight ride, Several of the people who would like to come are instrumental in Romp And Stomp, which endeavors to facilitate communication and cooperation between equestrian and mountain bike users of Mid Pen Trails. We give our time to MidPen, why can't MidPen show the same consideration? For the first 25 years, MidPen was an vibrant, entrepreneurial organization, listenin-to the community, buying property, and setting a national trend for open space preservation. But I am perceiving a trend towards 0 increasing bureaucracy, lack of responsiveness to citizens, and an unwillingness to things creatively. I am asking you to reconsider the decision for the permit, and to show your support for the equestrian community. Sincerely, MAY 7 Don Pugh cc John Escobar Regional Open ace 1 1 MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT May 28, 1999 Mr. Gregory L. Holtom Right of Way Agent Department of Transportation 111 Grand Avenue P. O. Box 23440 Oakland, CA 94623 RE: Highway 35 Slide Repair Coal Creek Open Space Preserve Dear Mr. Holtom: The Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District authorized the execution of the Right of Entry with Caltrans, for the purpose of repairing a slide along the shoulder of Highway 35adjacent to the District's Coal Creek Open Space Preserve, at their meeting of May 26, 1999. I have enclosed two (2) original executed copies of said Right of Entry. After the each original has been signed by the appropriate Caltrans officials, would you please return one (1) fully executed right of entry to the District. If you have any questions or require further information, please contact me at (650) 691-1200. Sincerely, Michael C. Williams Real Property Representative encl. cc: MROSD, Board of Directors 330 Distel Circle • Los Altos, CA 94022-1404 • Phone: 650-691-1200 FAX: 650-691-0485 • E-mail: mrosdnopenspace.org • Web site:www.openspace.org Board of Directors:Pete Siemens,Niary C. Davey,Jed Cyr, Deane Little, Nanette tlanko, Betsy Crowder, Kenneth C.Nitz •General Nlatw,_,er:L.Craig Britton Regional Open )ace 1 MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT May 28, 1999 Ms. Paula Terrell 1228 Brentmoor Way San Jose, CA 95129 RE: Trail access from Whispering Creek Stables to Rancho San Antonio County Park Dear Ms. Terrell: Thank you for your May 17 email regarding equestrian trail access from Whispering Creek Stables. The Board of Directors reviewed your letter at its regular meeting on May 26, 1999. Your concerns and ideas about equestrian trail access are valid. However, the areas through which such new trail connections would be made are, or will, be under the jurisdiction of the Santa Clara County Department of Parks and Recreations. The changes to the road and the approval of the development conditions were under the jurisdiction of the City of Cupertino. Santa Clara County owns and manages the existing Rancho San Antonio County Park, which extends from the parking areas to beyond the tennis courts. The County will also own and manage the new open space lands to be dedicated as part of the development of the Catholic Diocese property. The County Parks and Recreation Department will be responsible for planning and implementing trail connections in the areas you mention. We have forwarded your letter to Paul Romero, Director of the Santa Clara County Department of Parks and Recreation, for consideration in the County's trail planning process. Again, thank you for taking time to write the District with you ideas. Sincerely, Jed Cyf;President Board of Directors JC:ra cc: Paul Romero, Director Santa Clara County Department of Parks and Recreation 330 Distel Circle • Los Altos, CA 94022-1404 • Phone: 650-691-1200 FAX: 650-691-0485 • E-mail: mrosdrropenspace.org . Web site:www.openspace.org 13 wrrl ry Ojrertors Pete Siemens,h1ary C. Davey,led Cyr,Deane Little, Nonette Hanko, Betsy Crovmder, Kenneth C. Nitz •General Manager:L.Craig Britton Regional Open 'ace MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT May 27, 1999 Mr. Peter LaTourette Via Electronic Mail petelatI@Stanford.edu Dear Mr. LaTourette: Thank you for your May 19 e-mail regarding the assistance of District Ranger Brian Malone and several mountain bicyclists during your lost person incident on Saturday May, 15. The Board of Directors reviewed your correspondence at our regular meeting last night. Your kind words about Ranger Malone are greatly appreciated. We are very proud of the high levels of service provided by members of our field staff and always appreciate being informed of specific individuals who deserve recognition for their work. It is also gratifying to hear of your positive experience with other trail users. We hope that you and group continue to enjoy the preserves. Please feel free to contact District staff if we can be of further assistance. Sincerely, Jed Cyr, President Board of Directors JC/gb cc: Board of Directors Ranger Brian Malone Supervising Ranger Dennis Danielson 330 Distel Circle • Los Altos, CA 94022-1404 • Phone: 650-691-1200 FAX: 650-691-0485 • E-mail: mrosd@openspace.org . Web site:www.openspace.org Boars}of Directors:Pete Siemens,,Mary C. Davey,led Cyr, Deane Little, Nonette Hanko, Betsv Crowder,Kenneth C. Nitz •General Nhinaer:L.Craig Britton Regional Open - pace 1 MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT May 27, 1999 Mr. Wayne M. Peterson Wayne M. Peterson Company 212 Chapman Road Woodside, CA 94062 Dear Mr. Peterson: Thank you for your recent letter requesting permission to fly radio-controlled gliders at Russian Ridge Open Space Preserve. The Board of Directors reviewed your letter at its regular meeting last night. In 1991, consideration was given to allowing remote controlled gliders at Russian Ridge. At that time, concern was raised about the impact the gliders might have on raptors in the area. In addition, the visitation at this preserve is very high, and parking on the weekends is now at full capacity. Providing for the additional use of gliders at this preserve would bring in more visitors and cars, further impacting the parking situation. Nevertheless, we want to give fair and thorough consideration to whether this proposed use can be arranged so that these concerns are addressed. The proper context in which to do this is a comprehensive study of all the potential uses and the constraints and opportunities inherent in the site. It will be some time before we are able to undertake this level of study at Russian Ridge, so we must ask for your patience. We are currently underway with two projects that affect our overall schedule and process for preparing and amending the use and management plans for the District's 23 preserves. The first is a review and update of the Trail Use Policies and consideration of policies to protect the wilderness experience that the District seeks to provide. The second project is an update of the District's Use and Management Planning Policy, which addresses the content, format and schedule for preparation of preserve or regional area plans. The first priority area for such comprehensive planning is the northern portion of Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve. Completion of this plan is expected over the next two years. The general timing and sequence for subsequent plan updates, including Russian Ridge, will then be established. Thank you for your proposal. We will add your name to a list of people interested in planning activities at Russian Ridge so you will be notified when a plan update is initiated. Sincerely, ed Cyr, rP esident Board of Directors cc: Board of Directors 330 Distel Circle • Los Altos, CA 94022-1404 . Phone: 650 691-1 200 FAX: 650-691-0455 • E-mail: mrosd@openspace.org . Web site:ww%�.openspace.org Board of prrectors:Pete Siemens, ,Aary C. Davev,led Cvr, Deane Little, Nonette Hanko, Betsv Cro�%der, Kenneth C. Nitz t..Craig Britton Regional Open ace ----------------------------—--------- MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT May 26, 1999 Ms. Paula Welmuth 2468 Porterfield Court Mountain View, CA 94040 Dear Ms. Welmuth: Thank you for your May 17 letter regarding Santa Clara County's proposal to charge a vehicle entry fee at Rancho San Antonio County Park. The Board of Directors reviewed your letter at its regular meeting last night. At its meeting of May 12, 1999, the District Board of Directors passed the attached resolution urging the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors to reject the fee proposal. The Board feels that implementing a vehicle entry fee at the County park would have the effect of charging the public for entry to the District's open space preserve, thereby potentially denying many people the opportunity to visit the preserve. Such a fee would be inconsistent with the District's philosophy of free entry to its open space preserves. We have forwarded this official Resolution of the Board of Directors to the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors. Again, thank you for writing, and please feel free to contact us if we can provide any further information on this or any District matter. Sincerely, Jed C yr President, Board of Directors JC/mcs Attachment: Resolution #99-15 cc: MROSD Board of Directors ,330 Distel Circle * Los Altos, CA 94022-1404 Phone:650-691-1200 FAX: 0-50-091-0485) * E-mail: mrosd(01 openspace.org V%leb site:www.openspace.org Bo,?rdw Ovvt te)r,,Pete Swnwn,, \1,iry C. Da�ev,Jed C�r, De.ine Little, Nonette Flanko, Bcf�� (ro�Ndcr, Kenneth C. Nitz -Gener.d khmaget I Crak,Britton Resolution No. 99-15 Resolution of the Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District Urging the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors To Reject the Proposal to Implement Vehicle Entry Fees at Rancho San Antonio County Park WHEREAS, the Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District finds that providing public open space contributes greatly to our region's quality of life and is of vital environmental, social, and economic interest to the citizens of our community; and WHEREAS, the District manages 23 open space preserves for use by the public free of entry fees; and WHEREAS, the Board finds that provision of these open space areas to the public without cost furnishes all socioeconomic segments of the District's constituency with the opportunity to experience the beauty and splendor of our natural resources without the potential obstacle of cost; and WHEREAS, of these 23 preserves, Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve has the highest level of visitation by the public, and the vast majority of visitors to this preserve enter through and park within Rancho San Antonio County park; and WHEREAS, the District and the County Parks Department have enjoyed a positive, successful, and mutually-beneficial workim, relationship in regards to Rancho San Antonio and other common issues; and WHEREAS, the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors will be considering a proposal to implement vehicle entry fees at a number of County parks that c;irrertly do not charge fees, including Rancho San Antonio County Park; and WHEREAS, charging a vehicle entry fee at the County park would have the effect of charging the public for entry to the open space preserve, thereby potentially denying many peopla the opportunity to visit the preserve; and WHEREAS, the Board finds that such a charge is inconsistent with the District's philosophy of free entry to its open space preserves. Now,THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District,with respect, strongly urges the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors tc reject the proposal to implement vehicle entry fees at Rancho San Antonio County Park. Regional Open lace MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT May 25, 1999 (faxed individual letters to Migden, Villaraigosa, Burton,Lempert, Sher, Cunneen, Brewer, Ducheny, Baugh,Johnston,Leslie,Peace, Johnson) Honorable Carole Migden Appropriations Chair California State Assembly Room 2114, State Capitol Sacramento, CA 94249 Subject: Support for Land Conservation Legislation Dear Assemblywoman Migden: On behalf of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District, I am writing to urge your support of Assembly Bill 18, Senate Bill 57, and Senate Bill 680. These three bills are crucially important to preserving California's unique environment, and to the quality of life for each and every resident of our great state. Assembly Bill 18 and Senate Bill 57 will place a State bond act on the ballot to fund parks, open space, and coastal acquisition and restoration projects. We desperately need to reinvest in the protection of our parks, coast, and open space to ensure that these priceless natural resources are preserved for the generations of today and of the future. With the State's population rapidly expanding, we can no longer abide a continuing decline on our financial commitment to the coast, rivers, parks, and open space in California. By the year 2000, it will have been 12 years since California voters last approved a State park bond act. Senate Bill 680 will provide an important opportunity to provide private land owners with significant tax incentives to donate their resource lands to State and local agencies and non-profit land conservation groups. This bill helps create a partnership whereby the State will credit the donor 55% of the appraised value of the land while the Federal government will credit up to an additional 35% of the cost. In this way, the Federal government will help pay for costs associated with endangered species preservation and land conservation in California. The Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District urges you to work to reinvest in the protection of our State's natural resources by supporting these bills. They need to be taken out of the suspense file and acted upon. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, ed Cyr, President Board of Directors JCJmcs cc: MROSD Board of Directors 3;0 [)istel Circle • Los Alto`,, CA 940 22-1404 • Phone: 6 i0-691 1 '00 FAY:650-691-048� . E-mail: mrouht?openspace.org . \\eb site: 1ww.open pace.or Hwrd oe Oiw(tor,:Pete tiienwn, \tan C. Davey, 4crt( %r. 1)emw Little. Nonette Hanko, Bete C r(nvrle•r, kenneqh C. Nit/ • (i ner,il %tanager:L.Cram Britton Regional Open ace 1 MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT May 21, 1999 Mr. Pat O'Brien, General Manager East Bay Regional Parks District 2950 Peralta Oaks Court P.O. Box 5381 Oakland, CA 94605 Dear Pat: I understand that East Bay Regional Park District is sponsoring AB 584 (Aroner), which would raise to $25,000 the maximum amount for which you, as general manager of your District, may contract for all purposes, instead of just for the purpose of new construction. It would be most helpful if Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District were to be included in the language of this bill so that my limit for contracts, in addition to new construction, would also be raised to that consistent level, for the same reasons as those necessitating this change for East Bay. Boldly believing that you would be amenable to including our District in your legislation, I would propose the following changes in the text of the bill order to include Midpeninsula in this legislation (in addition to the appropriate language change in the legislative counsel's digest): (SEC. 1) (2) Notwithstanding paragraph (1), with the approval of the board, the general manager of the East Bay Regional Park District and the general manager of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District may bind the district, respectively, without advertising and without written contract, for the payment for supplies, materials, labor, or other valuable consideration for any purpose, including the new construction of any building, structure, or improvement in amounts not exceeding twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000). All expenditures shall be reported to the board of directors at its next regular meeting. SEC. 2. The Legislature finds and declares that a special law is necessary and that a general law cannot be made applicable within the meaning of Section 16 of Article IV of the California Constitution because of the unique circumstances in the East Bay Regional Park District and the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District. The facts constituting the special circumstances are that the East Bay Regional Park District and the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District needs to complete park and open space preserve maintenance and new construction projects that are necessary due to the unique geographical features of parklands and preserves within the jurisdiction of these depai4ment districts. This uniqtie set of circumstances, unique to East Bay Regional Park District and Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District, does not exist in any other state or local park or open space preserve. 330 Distel Circle . Lo,,.Altos, CA 94022-1404 • Phone: 0»0 691-1 200 FAX: 650-691-0487 . E-mail: mrosdrlopenspace.org . Web site:w%tiw.openspaee.or€, Huard of Ovector, Pete Siemen,, ttary C. Davev,led Cvr, Deane Little, Nonette Hanko, Betsv Crowler, Kenneth C. Nit/ •Genera/)tanager:L.Craig Britton May 21, 1999 Pat O'Brien Page -2- Please let me know if the above changes are acceptable to you. I would be happy to discuss my proposal with you at your convenience. Sin erely L. Craig Britton General Manager LCB/mcs cc: MROSD Board of Directors Ralph Heim