Santa Clara Valley Water District Board Policy and Planning Committee Meeting

Santa Clara Valley Water District Board Policy and Planning Committee Meeting Board Conference Room A-124 REGULAR MEETING AGENDA Monday, October 22, 2018 2:00 PM District Mission: Provide Silicon Valley safe, clean water for a healthy life, environment and economy. BOARD POLICY AND PLANNING COMMITTEE Nai Hsueh - District 5, Committee Chair Barbara Keegan - District 2, Committee Vice Chair John L. Varela - District 1 All public records relating to an item on this agenda, which are not exempt from disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act, that are distributed to a majority of the legislative body will be available for public inspection at the Office of the Clerk of the Board at the Santa Clara Valley Water District Headquarters Building, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, CA 95118, at the same time that the public records are distributed or made available to the legislative body. Santa Clara Valley Water District will make reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities wishing to attend Board of Directors' meeting. Please advise the Clerk of the Board Office of any special needs by calling (408) 265-2600. Note: The finalized Board Agenda, exception items and supplemental items will be posted prior to the meeting in accordance with the Brown Act. 1

Santa Clara Valley Water District Board Policy and Planning Committee REGULAR MEETING AGENDA Monday, October 22, 2018 2:00 PM Board Conference Room A-124 1. CALL TO ORDER: 1.1. 1.2. Roll Call. Time Open for Public Comment on any Item not on the Agenda. Notice to the public: This item is reserved for persons desiring to address the Committee on any matter not on this agenda. Members of the public who wish to address the Committee on any item not listed on the agenda should complete a Speaker Card and present it to the Committee Clerk. The Committee Chair will call individuals in turn. Speakers comments should be limited to three minutes or as set by the Chair. The law does not permit Committee action on, or extended discussion of, any item not on the agenda except under special circumstances. If Committee action is requested, the matter may be placed on a future agenda. All comments that require a response will be referred to staff for a reply in writing. The Committee may take action on any item of business appearing on the posted agenda. 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: 2.1. Approval of Minutes. 18-0863 Recommendation: Manager: Attachments: Approve the September 24, 2018, Minutes. Michele King, 408-630-2711. Attachment 1: September 24, 2018, Minutes 3. NEW BUSINESS: 3.1. Policy for Use of District Property for Trails, Open Space, and Recreation. 18-0794 Recommendation: Manager: Attachments: This is a discussion item and the Committee may provide comments if applicable; however, no action is required. Melanie Richardson, 408-630-2035 Attachment 1: Board Resolution 72-44 Attachment 2: Board Resolution 74-38 Attachment 3: Board Resolution 82-30 October 22, 2018 Page 1 of 2 3

3.2. Planning for Board s Fiscal Year 2020 Strategic Planning Workshop. 18-0866 Recommendation: Manager: Attachments: Review information necessary to begin the planning process for the Board s Fiscal Year 2020 Strategic Planning Workshop. Michele King 408-630-2711. Attachment 1: FY20 Board Strategic Planning Process Flow Chart 4. OLD BUSINESS: 4.1. Work Plan, Meeting Schedule and Accomplishments Report. 18-0864 Recommendation: Manager: Attachments: A. Review the Board Policy and Planning Committee s Work Plan and Accomplishments Report and incorporate any new tasks; and B. Schedule Committee meetings as appropriate. Michele King, 408-630-2711. Attachment 1: 2018 BPPC Work Plan & Accomplishments Report 5. ADJOURN: 5.1. 5.2. Clerk Review and Clarification of Committee Requests. This is an opportunity for the Clerk to review and obtain clarification on any formally moved, seconded, and approved requests and recommendations made by the Committee during the meeting. Adjourn to Regular Meeting at 2 p.m., on November 26, 2018, in the Santa Clara Valley Water District Board Conference Room A-124, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California. October 22, 2018 Page 2 of 2 4

Santa Clara Valley Water District File No.: 18-0863 Agenda Date: 10/22/2018 Item No.: 2.1. COMMITTEE AGENDA MEMORANDUM SUBJECT: Approval of Minutes. Board Policy and Planning Committee RECOMMENDATION: Approve the September 24, 2018, Minutes. SUMMARY: A summary of Committee discussions, and details of all actions taken by the Committee, during all open and public Committee meetings, is transcribed and submitted for review and approval. Upon Committee approval, minutes transcripts are finalized and entered into the District's historical records archives and serve as historical records of the Committee s meetings. ATTACHMENTS: Attachment 1: September 24, 2018, Minutes UNCLASSIFIED MANAGER: Michele King, 408-630-2711. Santa Clara Valley Water District Page 1 of 1 Printed on 10/18/2018 powered by Legistar 5

BOARD POLICY AND PLANNING COMMITTEE DRAFTMINUTES MONDAY, September 24, 2018 2:00 PM (Paragraph numbers coincide with agenda item numbers) 1. Call to Order 1.1 Roll Call A meeting of the Santa Clara Valley Water District Board Policy and Planning Committee (Committee) was called to order at 2:00 p.m. on September 24 2018, at the District Headquarters Building Board Conference Room A-124, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California. Board Members in attendance were: Director Nai Hsueh-District 5; Director John L. Varela-District 1; and Director Barbara Keegan-District 2 constituting a quorum. Staff members in attendance were: Vincent Gin, Brian Hopper, Michele King, Melanie Richardson, Sue Tippets, and Tina Yoke. Mr. Arthur Keller, Environmental and Water Resources Committee (EWRC) Vice Chair was in attendance. 1.2. Time Open for Public Comment on any Item not an Agenda Chairperson Hsueh declared time open for public comment on any item not on the agenda. There was no one present who wished to speak. 2. Approval of Minutes 2.1 Approval of Minutes July 23, 2018. It was moved by Director Varela, seconded by Director Keegan, and unanimously carried that the minutes of the July 23, 2018 meeting be approved as presented. 3. Old Business 3.1 Policy Maintenance Role/Responsibility for District-Owned and Non- District-Owned Unimproved/Natural Creeks and Creekside Land. Ms. Sue Tippets, Deputy Operating Officer, Watersheds, reviewed the information on this item, per the attached Committee Agenda Memo. The Committee provided input on the options and assistance levels for maintenance on non-district owned properties. 7 Page 1 of 2

Mr. Arthur Keller, EWRC Vice Chair stated that the District has done an excellent job of providing notification of scheduled operations and maintenance to neighbors along Adobe Creek. Mr. Keller also suggested that the District should have maps of all creeks and streams; that the District could ask cities to share any collected data on parcels requesting permits for construction along creeks; and that there could be an additional assistance level option that allows the District to perform work on non- District-owned property and perform cost recovery from the property owner via an aggregated agreement. The Committee provided the following input/requests: Provide average data that lists funds spent during emergency situations on natural and unnatural channels, and District owned and non-district-owned property. Provide average costs for the different types of management levels performed on District-owned natural creeks. Finalize property ownership map that shows where the District has improved projects, and distinguishes between properties where the District manages its own property and other owner properties, including other municipalities. Ms. Tippets reviewed the nine-foot and twelve-foot flood stage maps for Coyote Creek (Madrone Gauge), identified as Handout 3.1-A. Copies of the Handout were distributed to the Committee and made available to the public. 3.2 Work Plan, Meeting Schedule and Accomplishments Report. The Committee reviewed the workplan, discussed upcoming items, and confirmed the next meeting for October 22, 2018. 4. Adjourn 4.1 Clerk Review and Clarification of Committee Requests. Policy Maintenance Role/Responsibility for District-Owned and Non-District- Owned Unimproved/Natural Creeks and Creekside Land The Committee requested that staff return to the Committee on October 22, 2018, with the additional information requested. 4.2 Adjourn Committee Chair Hsueh adjourned the meeting at 3:50 p.m. to the October 22, 2018 meeting. Michele L. King, CMC Clerk of the Board Approved: 8 Page 2 of 2

Santa Clara Valley Water District File No.: 18-0794 Agenda Date: 10/22/2018 Item No.: 3.1. COMMITTEE AGENDA MEMORANDUM Board Policy and Planning Committee SUBJECT: Policy for Use of District Property for Trails, Open Space, and Recreation. RECOMMENDATION: This is a discussion item and the Committee may provide comments if applicable; however, no action is required. SUMMARY: This agenda item provides an opportunity for the Committee to receive information on the existing Board policies that are intended to provide guidance for use of District property for Trails, Open Space, and Recreation along creeks. In 1972, the Board adopted Resolution 72-44 (Attachment 1), stating the District s policy that certain compatible public recreational uses of groundwater recharge facilities are favored when an appropriate public agency has a contract with the District. Two years later, the Board adopted Resolution 74-38 (Attachment 2) resolving that it is in the public interest to secure diversified uses of District property to the greatest extent compatible with the primary purpose of such property. It was under this policy that the development of trails on District property was founded. Public agencies, such as the County of Santa Clara and local cities, prepare trail feasibility studies, master plans and design plans for proposed trails. In accordance with Board policies regarding joint use of District property for trails, joint use agreements state that the use shall not unduly interfere with the District s use and that the agency requesting the joint use take full responsibility for the installation, maintenance, and removal of improvements installed for public use. Once the Board approves a new joint use agreement, trail infrastructure improvements are reviewed and permitted under the District s Water Resources Protection Ordinance. On May 25, 1982, the Board adopted Resolution 82-30 (Attachment 3), declaring a policy to govern joint use of lands acquired for Upper and Lower Llagas Creek PL-566 (PL-566) Watershed projects. The policy states that the District shall neither make nor permit any use whatever for public access for park, trails, or recreation or similar purposes of lands presently owned or acquired by it for the Upper and Lower Creek Watershed projects while adjacent lands are within the areas designated Resource Conservation Areas in the land use plan of the General Plan of the County of Santa Clara. Santa Clara Valley Water District Page 1 of 2 Printed on 10/18/2018 9 powered by Legistar

File No.: 18-0794 Agenda Date: 10/22/2018 Item No.: 3.1. The County land use, Resource Conservation Areas, is an umbrella designation that includes agricultural, open space, baylands, hillsides, park, and ranch lands. These land uses occur largely along Llagas Creek from the Pajaro River to Lake Silveira and its tributaries (reaches 1 through 4 of the PL-566 project) and do not include lands in the urban areas of Gilroy and Morgan Hill. On January 10, 2017, the Board discussed this resolution as it limits the development of trails along Llagas Creek. The Board has approved 2 waivers of Resolution 82-30, one in the City of Gilroy and one in the City of Morgan Hill, for isolated pockets of Resource Conservation land surrounded by developed parcels and located adjacent to each city where the trail proposal was subject to CEQA, notification to neighboring properties, public review and input. It is possible that as the trail projects are proposed within PL-566 project area and CEQA compliance and outreach are completed by the local public agencies, that staff can continue to bring waivers of Resolution 82-30 to the Board on a case-by case basis. Alternatively, the Board can repeal or modify this resolution to allow trails following public outreach and due consideration of interested parties. In 2004, Board adopted Ends Policy E-4.2.1 and E-4.2.2 that support healthy communities by providing access to additional trails, parks, and open space along creeks, watersheds, and District facilities with the provision that public access is subject to the District s performance of its primary mission, including the operation of reservoirs for water supply and flood protection, sustaining water quality to meet regulatory standards, and meeting environmental objectives. The attached PowerPoint presentation (Attachment 4) includes two case studies that will discuss the project, its impacts to District, staff interpretation and implementation of the existing policies in review of trail projects. ATTACHMENTS: Attachment 1: Board Resolution 72-44 Attachment 2: Board Resolution 74-38 Attachment 3: Board Resolution 82-30 Attachment 4: PowerPoint (To be presented at meeting.) UNCLASSIFIED MANAGER: Melanie Richardson, 408-630-2035 Santa Clara Valley Water District Page 2 of 2 Printed on 10/18/2018 10 powered by Legistar

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Santa Clara Valley Water District File No.: 18-0866 Agenda Date: 10/22/2018 Item No.: 3.2. COMMITTEE AGENDA MEMORANDUM Board Policy and Planning Committee SUBJECT: Planning for Board s Fiscal Year 2020 Strategic Planning Workshop. RECOMMENDATION: Review information necessary to begin the planning process for the Board s Fiscal Year 2020 Strategic Planning Workshop. SUMMARY: To perform its job, the Board established long-term goals and objectives (also known as Board Governance Policies) for each of the District s core areas - Water Supply, Natural Flood Protection and Environmental Stewardship. Annually, the Board conducts planning sessions to develop strategies to accomplish the goals and objectives. As part of the annual planning process, the Board determines the strategies requiring more detailed engagement and more frequent monitoring by the Board, as identified in the Board Work Plan. This items allows the Committee the opportunity to identify a process to engage the Board and identify strategies for Fiscal Year 2020 (FY20), prior to budget development. Attachment 1 is a flow chart which outlines a proposed process for the Board to review the FY19 Board Work Plan and goals, receive updates on changes, challenges and opportunities from the Board, Board Committees and staff, and identify FY20 strategies. ATTACHMENTS: Attachment 1: FY20 Board Strategic Planning Process Flow Chart UNCLASSIFIED MANAGER: Michele King 408-630-2711. Santa Clara Valley Water District Page 1 of 1 Printed on 10/18/2018 powered by Legistar 25

Board Strategic Planning I Work Plan Process u n STRATEGIES 2019-2020 ii 2018-2019 LONG-TERM GO LS/OBJECTIVES (Board's Governance Policies) Board Input Since 2018 Staff Input Board Committee Input BOARD WORK Changes, Challenges, Opportunities STRATEGIES MONITORING Assigned to Board Review - Board ongoing Committees to work with staff 27

Santa Clara Valley Water District File No.: 18-0864 Agenda Date: 10/22/2018 Item No.: 4.1. COMMITTEE AGENDA MEMORANDUM Board Policy and Planning Committee SUBJECT: Work Plan, Meeting Schedule and Accomplishments Report. RECOMMENDATION: A. Review the Board Policy and Planning Committee s Work Plan and Accomplishments Report and incorporate any new tasks; and B. Schedule Committee meetings as appropriate. SUMMARY: This item allows the Committee to review its 2018 Work Plan, meeting schedule and accomplishments report and identify additional tasks and schedule meetings as appropriate. ATTACHMENTS: Attachment 1: 2018 BPPC Work Plan & Accomplishments Report UNCLASSIFIED MANAGER: Michele King, 408-630-2711. Santa Clara Valley Water District Page 1 of 1 Printed on 10/18/2018 powered by Legistar 29

2018 Board Policy and Planning Committee Work Plan and Schedule Task 1 Provide ongoing support for Board Planning Activities A. Develop FY19 Board Policy Planning and Performance Monitoring Calendars X B. Planning for Board's FY19 20 Strategic Planning Workshop X C. Discuss FY19 20 Board Budget Message & Strategic Plan 2 Provide support for Board Policy Review Subject 2/26/2018 4/23/2018 5/21/2018 7/5/2018 7/23/2018 9/24/2018 10/22/2018 11/26/2018 Board Planning Process Board Committees Principles and Structures Board and Organization Performance A. Needs for developing new, or modifying existing Board Policies identified during the development of One Water Plan a. Policy for proactive land acquisition for water resources management X b. One Water Communication Plan B. Policy for use of District property for trails, open space, and recreation X C. Policy for encroachment on District properties X X Policy maintenance role/responsibility for District Owned and Non District Owned a. X X X unimproved/natural creeks and creekside land 3 Align Board Committees' Work Plans with Board Planning Calendar A. Assign to Director Hsueh and COB Office to work with the Chair of the committees B. Develop methodology for measuring Board Committee outcomes and success 4 Assignments as directed by the Board A. Board Performance Report and self assessment X 31 Attachment 1 1 of 2 10/18/2018 1 of 2

Subject Board Policy and Planning Committee Accomplishments Report Task Action Taken 1 Provide ongoing support for Board Planning Activities A. Develop FY18 Board Policy Planning and Performance Monitoring Calendars Board approved Committee recommended Calendars on 6/27/17 Board Planning Process B. Planning for Board's FY18 19 Strategic Priorities Workshop Board held strategies workshop developed by the Committee on 10/24/17 C. Discuss FY18 19 Board Budget Message Committee recommendation to develop a Board Strategtic Plan was approved by the Board on 2/13/17. a. Discuss FY19 Board Budget Message and Strategic Plan 2 Provide support for Board Policy Review Review GP 7 Values Statement policies for work, life balance and employer of choice *A. language. Board approved Committee recommended policy changes on 8/8/17 a. Policy on Surface Water Turnouts Committee recommended Environmental Justice Policy revisions are scheduled for Board *B. Evaluate ways to address Environmental Justice consideration on 2/27/18 Committee recommended addition to Ends Policy (E 1.6) were approved by the Board on *C. Formalize Board desire for sensitive design in a Board Policy. 10/24/17 At the 8/28/17 meeting, the Committee requested that staff provide briefings to D. One Water Plan Community Outreach Plan for FY18 individual Board member on the One Water Plan community outreach plan. Committee recommended revisions to the District's Investment Policy were approved by *E. Discuss need for social responsibility clause in the District's Investment Policy the Board on 12/12/17 Committee recommended revisions to Sponsorship level policy limits are scheduled for F. Discuss EL 5.4 Sponsorship Level Increase Board consideration on 2/27/19 Board Committees 3 Align Board Committees' Work Plans with Board Planning Calendar Principles and Structures A. Assign to Director Hsueh and COB Office to work with the Chair of the committees. Board and 5 Assignments as directed by the Board Organization Performance Monitoring * Board identified task at its 10/14/16 Special Meeting ** Staff identified task. EWRC designated representative to attend BPPC meetings in 2018. Ag Water Advisory Committee designated representative to attend the Water Conservation & Demand Management Committee meetings in 2018. A. Discuss Plan & Approach for Reviewing Master Reservoir Lease with Joint Task Force Master Reservoir Lease was discussed by Committee on 11/27/17 and 1/22/19 B. Board Performance Report and self assessment Referred to the Board Audit Committee for Input. 32 Attachment 1 2 of 2

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10/22/2018 Handout 3.1-A Use of District Property for Trails, Open Space, and Recreation BPPC Meeting October 22, 2018 Board Governance Policies Ends policies E 4.2.1 and E 4.2.2 support access to additional trails, parks, and open space along waterways and District facilities, and E 4.1.1 supports preservation of creeks, bay, and ecosystems through environmental stewardship. Resolution 74 38: to secure diversified uses of District property to the greatest extent compatible with the primary purpose. District interests are to allow safe passage of flood flows, access for maintenance, environmental mitigation and preservation, and future flood protection needs. Community interests adjacent to waterways are recreational use, alternative transportation, and targeted needs of Creekside owners. There are conflicting priorities with some trail projects that require additional Board input and direction. Presenting two case studies of proposed trails that will provide details as to how the proposal impacts District maintenance operations and riparian corridor preservation and conflict with our needs. 1

10/22/2018 Handout 3.1-A Use of District Property for Trails, Open Space, and Recreation Two Case Studies Trail Development Along Regnart Creek Estates Dr to Pacifica Dr Case Study #1 2

10/22/2018 Handout 3.1-A Proposed Trail Layouts Proposed Trail Layouts 3

10/22/2018 Handout 3.1-A Proposed Trail Layouts Proposed Trail Layouts 4

10/22/2018 Handout 3.1-A Proposed Trail Layouts Trail Locations 1 & 2 Estates Dr Location 1 Location 2 5

10/22/2018 Handout 3.1-A Plan View of Truss Bridges at Wilson Park Trail Locations 3 NW & 3 W Bridge Sites Location 3 NW Location 3 W 6

10/22/2018 Handout 3.1-A Trail Location 4 West of Blaney Amenity can effectively reduce trail width, fencing on top of bank makes it continuous Trail Locations 6 & 7 Beginning of retaining wall, with road between the development trail and wall Location 6 Location 7 7

10/22/2018 Handout 3.1-A Trail Locations 5 & 8 Condition of Creek/Erosion Location 5 Location 8 Trail Development Along Saratoga Creek Homestead Rd to Kiely Blvd Case Study #2 8

10/22/2018 Handout 3.1-A Proposed Trail Layout * This section alone removes 40 mature trees along the top of bank Proposed Trail Layout 9

10/22/2018 Handout 3.1-A Trail Cross Section A Looking D/S towards Homestead Rd. Typical section of trail undercrossing Cross Section Homestead Rd. 10

10/22/2018 Handout 3.1-A Trail Cross Section B Looking u/s towards Homestead Rd. with access ramp on east bank of creek Proposed Trail Layout 14 ft. wide trail (10 ft. paved trail with 2 ft. shoulders on both sides 11

10/22/2018 Handout 3.1-A Trail Cross Section C Between Homestead Road and Kiely Blvd. STA 17+86 to 26+41 Proposed Trail Layout * This section removes approximately 45 mature native trees 12

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10/23/2018 Handout 3.1-B Regnart Creek Trail Opposition Statement to Proposed Regnart Creek Trail by Cupertino Residents Residing Next to SCVWD property Santa Clara Valley Water District Board Policy and Planning Committee Meeting October 22, 2018 Cupertino Bicycle Paths Program We respect and applaud the work and efforts of the Council, City staff, the Bicycle Pedestrian Commission and SCVWD to: Make Cupertino a more walkable and bicycle friendly community Reduce automobile traffic and congestion Improve connectivity among the various neighborhoods We acknowledge the significant resources devoted to planning public trails; However, over 95% of the residents who live next to Regnart Creek, oppose the trail for use as a public bicycle and pedestrian path. Viable options exist, that are not under consideration that are less costly and non disruptive. 2 1

10/23/2018 Handout 3.1-B Opposition to the Regnart Creek Trail 409 signatures from residents who live adjacent to Regnart Creek oppose the Regnart Creek Trial. In contrast, 390 signatures in favor were submitted to Cupertino City Council on Aug. 21, 2018 (Opposition petition attached) Opposition stems from: Safety concerns Privacy concerns Disruption to habitat Removal of numerous trees in Wilson Park to accommodate a bridge and in Civic Park next to Pacifica to accommodate a path to the Trail Head Erecting a 7 foot wall which would disrupt quite enjoyment of the Creek s habitat along DePalma Lane and Lozano Lane 3 Trail Alignment and Features 4 2

10/23/2018 Handout 3.1-B Tract Map Illustrating Housing Density 5 Site Constraint next to Lozano Lane/De Palma Lane 6 3

10/23/2018 Handout 3.1-B Aerial View of Homes on Lozano & De Palma Lane Unlike the gentlemen who purchased a home near the railroad, he knew what he was buying. Our situation is not comparable, we did not buy these homes for a 7 foot wall to be erected in front of them. We did not buy these homes to have our privacy and security compromised. 7 Significant & Permanent Impact on Properties From this To this Loss of privacy Loss of view Increased noise from talking, music, skate boards and scooters Light pollution from lights Trespassing on property Increased litter Increased pet waste Harmful impact to creek habitat 8 4

10/23/2018 Handout 3.1-B Proposed Trail Impacts Homes on De Palma Lane The trail would alter ingress and egress, making it more difficult for the homeowners A fence would be out of place and be visually ugly The Trail and proposed fencing would limit access of emergency vehicles, putting lives at risk 9 Trail Wall would create a Prison like Neighborhood The proposed wall/fence destroys the feel of the neighborhood Proposed wall/fences would be unsightly, like a prison A 6 fence/wall would create shadows, impacting, if not killing the landscaping A fence would make the middle area hard to maintain A fence would reduce and change ingress and egress for the residents, a maze A fence would force trimming and changing the shape of the beautiful trees 10 5

10/23/2018 Handout 3.1-B Safety and Habitat Ecology Disruption Are children safe where vultures with 7 ft wingspans search for food and prey? Are children safe walking on a path where there are coyotes? Coyotes, ducks, frogs, birds, squirrels and other creatures rely on the creek for water. Increased human traffic and fencing would materially alter their habitat Children walking on the trail may be vulnerable to coyotes and vultures or frightened by other native animals. A fence would create an alley, where escape from a coyote or other wild animal would be extremely difficult. There would be no escape A child could fall 14 feet into the dry creek and aid would not be immediately available. 11 Water Levels Reach Dangerous Levels During heavy rains, water levels in the Creek rise to dangerous levels, bordering on over flowing. Are children safe walking along swift running water? Are children safe walking along a creek where there is no fencing, and a 14 foot drop? 12 6

10/23/2018 Handout 3.1-B Crime and Vandalism are present The path has a history of crime and vandalism and the reason Regnart Creek is fenced today Historical crime records are poor and overstate safety Vandalism on the pedestrian path occurs now In 2017, on Lozano Lane, a stranger tried to approach the daughter of one of the homeowners Cars were broken into in 2017 on Lozano Lane and Biltmore Apts Residents are very concerned about security 13 Santa Clara Water District Trail Limited to 10 Feet Photo of 10 feet dimension 10 foot trail dimensions crowd utility pole 14 7

10/23/2018 Handout 3.1-B Survey Showing Water District Property 10 Feet Santa Clara Water District property is limited to 10 feet. We were informed that 1 foot shoulders are needed on both sides of the trail, or 12 feet. This would encroach on our properties. If kept to 10 feet, 8 feet is too narrow for cyclists and pedestrians to share. One of the reasons Cupertino created bike paths is because cyclists and pedestrians can t share a sidewalk, they are too narrow. 15 Safe, Viable Alternative Paths Already Exist Regnart Creek Safe, bike friendly streets already exist 16 8

10/23/2018 Handout 3.1-B Existing Safe Routes to Schools Existing safe residential streets with side walks Pacifica, Somerset, Farallone Dr 17 95% of Regnart Creek Residents Oppose the Trail 100% of the homeowners of Campo De Lozano Homeowners Association oppose the Regnart Creek Trail 100% of the households, residing on DePalma Lane, oppose the Regnart Creek Trail 95% of households along La Mar, Vicksburg, Farallone and Las Ondas oppose the Regnart Creek Trail A petition has confirmed their opposition to the this Trail. Opposition signs are posted throughout the community. 18 9

10/23/2018 Handout 3.1-B Residential Opposition is Widespread 19 No Trail Signs Along the Trail from End to End 20 10

Handout 3.1-C 10/22/18