Item 3 - Staff Report with Attachment 1PREPARED BY: JENNIFER ARMER, AICP
Senior Planner
110 E. Main Street Los Gatos, CA 95030 ● 408-354-6832
www.losgatosca.gov
MEETING DATE: 6/18/2020
ITEM: 3
TOWN OF LOS GATOS
GENERAL PLAN UPDATE ADVISORY COMMITTEE
REPORT
REPORT
DATE: June 9, 2020
TO: General Plan Update Advisory Committee
FROM: Joel Paulson, Community Development Director
SUBJECT: Review and Discussion of the Revised Draft of the Open Space, Parks, and
Recreation Element.
BACKGROUND:
On March 5, 2020, the General Plan Update Advisory Committee (GPAC) met to review and
discuss the initial draft of the Open Space, Parks, and Recreation Element.
DISCUSSION:
Based on the discussion at the March 5, 2020 meeting, the consultants have revised the initial
draft of the Open Space, Parks, and Recreation Element (Attachment 1) for consideration and
we are requesting any further comments on the Element.
Attachment:
1.Revised Draft of Open Space, Parks, and Recreation Element
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6.Open Space, Parks, and Recreation Element
May 2020 Public Review Draft 6-1
The Open Space, Parks, and Recreation Element guides the long-range preservation and conservation of open
space as well as the park and recreational facilities. These areas and facilities enhance the character of the
Town, helping to create a unique and pleasant atmosphere for Town residents and visitors . (Source: Existing GP,
modified)
The Open Space, Parks, and Recreation Element is divided into the following sections:
Contents
Section Title Page
Key Terms ........................................................................................................................... 6-3
6.1 Open Space ........................................................................................................................ 6-3
6.2 Parks and Recreation ....................................................................................................... 6-10
6.3 Implementation Programs ................................................................................................. 6-14
The Government Code requires that General Plans identify and address six types of open space . This Element
addresses open space for outdoor recreation and preservation. Other elements in this General Plan cover the
remaining types of open space. Table 6-1 lists the six open space types and describes where each type is
addressed in this General Plan. (Source: Existing GP)
ATTACHMENT 1
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Table 6-1 Government Code Open Space Classifications
Category Addressed In:
Open Space for the Preservation of Natural Resources
Plant and animal habitat areas Environment and Sustainability Element,
Section TBD
Rivers, streams, lakes, and their banks Environment and Sustainability Element,
Section TBD
Watershed lands Environment and Sustainability Element,
Section TBD
Areas required for ecological and other scientific
study purposes
Environment and Sustainability Element,
Section TBD
Open Space Used for the Managed Production of Resources
Agricultural lands and rangelands Land Use Element, Section TBD
Forest and timberlands Not applicable to Los Gatos
Mineral resource production areas Not applicable to Los Gatos
Open Space for Outdoor Recreation and Scenic Resources
Areas of outstanding historic or cultural value Community Design Element, Section TBD
Parks and other areas used for recreation Open Space, Parks, and Recreation Element,
Section 8.3
Areas of outstanding scenic value Community Design Element
Section TBD
Scenic corridors, trails, and links between
different open space areas
Open Space, Parks, and Recreation Element,
Section 8.2
Open Space for Public Health and Safety
Areas requiring special management or
regulation because of risks presented by natural
hazards such as steep slopes or flooding
Safety Element, Section TBD
Open Space in Support of the Mission of Military Installations
Areas associated with military bases Not applicable to Los Gatos
Open Space for the Protection of Native American Sacred Sites
Local tribal lands Environment and Sustainability Element,
Section TBD
Native American cultural sites Environment and Sustainability Element,
Section TBD
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Key Terms
Accessible. The ability to accommodate everyone regardless of ability or pre-existing condition.
Common Recreation Space. Privately owned outdoor recreational facilities as part of a residential development.
Features include, but are not limited to, play lots, playgrounds, and athletic fields.
Community Garden. An otherwise undeveloped lot divided into multiple plots for the growing and harvesting of
fruits, vegetables, flowers, or herbs, primarily for the personal use of the growers, and that is established,
operated, and maintained by a group of persons.
Multi-Use Facility. A facility shared for multiple activities and/or utilized by multiple types of users. For example,
a trail accessible to and utilized by pedestrians, bicyclists, and equestrians. A multi-use field would have facilities
that could be used for more than one sport and could be available for informal pick-up games or organized play.
Open Space. Land in a predominantly natural state or altered for natural resources-based uses (i.e., farming)
and may include, but is not limited to, riparian habitat, agricultural lands, grassland and upland habitat, wetlands,
and agricultural buffers.
Park. An open area that offers recreational and green space for residential and visitor use. May also be called
an urban or municipal park if within jurisdictional limits or a public park if publicly owned.
Passive Recreation Open Space. Land used for outdoor activities that has a limited impact and minimal
development on land designated for recreation or open space. Passive recreations space would include but is
not limited to, hiking mountain cycling, boating, and nature observation.
6.1 Open Space
Open space areas and preserves within Los Gatos protect the area’s natural beauty and contribute to a regional
system of hiking, biking, and equestrian trails . As shown in Figure 6-1, the Town of Los Gatos Planning Area
contains a total of four open space areas, all of which are publicly owned and operated and total approximately
3,020 acres of wildlife and plant habitat. Two of the open space areas — Santa Rosa Open Space and Heintz
Open Space — are located on Town-owned land and are maintained by the Parks and Public Works Department
(PPW), while the other two — St. Joseph’s Hill Open Space Preserve and the Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve
— are owned and operated by the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District (MROSD). The MROSD is a
special regional district that was created in the 1970s to acquire and preserve open space lands and provide and
maintain access for public enjoyment. All four of the open space areas offer abundant natural beauty and are
available to the entire community for low-intensitypassive recreation and environmental education. (Source:
Existing GP, modified, updated with 2040 Background Report data)
Acquisition of Open Space Areas
To enhance the quality of life for residents and visitors, the Town of Los Gatos actively participates in the
acquisition of properties as open space. Whether acting individually or in collaboration with other agencies, non-
profits, or private landowners, the Town seeks to acquire open space areas that contribute to the protection of the
environment and the safety of residents. (Source: Existing GP)
Access to Open Space Areas
The Town recognizes that open space areas, particularly regional open space areas, need toshould be easily
accessible to all residents and visitors . To that end, the Town encourages development of appropriate staging
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areas and trail heads for equestrians, hikers, and bicyclists. Additionally, the Town understands and workswill
work to ensure that access is available for physically disabled persons. (Source: Existing GP)
Open Space and Existing Neighborhoods
Within Los Gatos, the Town endeavors to provide open space access areas that are designed in a manner that
benefits the user without creating a burden on existing neighborhoods. This unobtrusive approach allows for a
more pleasant outdoor experience, while preserving and preserves the character of each neighborhood. (Source:
Existing GP)
Open Space, Development, and Hillside Preservation
The Town’s hillside areas are unique and add to the quality of life of Town residents and visitors alike. While
much of the Town is considered built out, opportunities to develop in the hillside areas remain. The Town’s
Hillside Specific Plan and Hillside Development Standards and Guidelines ensure that open space areas in the
Hillsides are preserved to the greatest extent possible by the Town. VThe viewsheds and the existing character
of the hillsides and open space areas are carefully maintained through the implementation of this General Plan
and the Town’s various planning processes. (Source: Existing GP)
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Figure 6-1 Open Space, Parks, and Recreation Facilities within Town Limits
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The following goals and policies will guide the preservation and conservation of open space in Los Gatos.
NOTE: Goals and policies concerning maintenance of open space for wildfire protections are covered
in the Hazards and Safety Element.
To acquire expand open space areas within the Town of Los Gatos, particularly
lands which provide recreational uses. and will protect the public health, welfare,
and safety of residents and visitors, including lands in flood plains, watershed lands,
or lands subject to fire or geologic hazards. [Source: Modified Existing General
Plan, Goal OSP-1]
Passive Recreation Open Space
Acquire and maintain open space areas in order to define the Town’s southern boundary as
passive recreation open space. [Source: Existing Policy OSP-1.3]
Parcel Open Space Acquisition
Acquire parcels or easements via fees or dedication of land to be dedicated for open space
uses. [Source: Modified Existing Policy OSP-1.4]
Government Acquisition Coordination
Promote coordination with all levels of government and non-governmental organizations to
identify and pursue in utilizing available resources for the acquisition and development of open
space areas. [Source: Modified Existing Policy OSP-1.1]
Environment and Safety Program Support
Use open space acquisitions to support the programs in the Environment and Sustainability
Element and Hazards and Safety Element of this General Plan. [Source: Modified Existing
Policy OSP-1.2]
Passive Recreation Open Space
Acquire and maintain open space areas in order to define the Town’s sou thern boundary as
passive recreation open space. [Source: Existing Policy OSP-1.3]
Passive Recreation Open Space for Hazards Protection
Acquire open space lands in areas identified as flood, fire, or geologic hazards in order to
protect the public health, welfare, and safety of residents and visitors ., including lands in flood
plains, watershed lands, or lands subject to fire or geologic hazards. [Source: Modified Existing
Goal OSP-1]
To preserve open space in hillside areas as natural open space. [Source: Modified
Existing General Plan, Goal OSP-2]
Hillside Natural Open Space Character
Preserve the natural open space character of hillside lands, including natural topography,
natural vegetation, wildlife habitats and migration corridors, and viewsheds. [Source: Existing
Policy OSP-2.1]
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Hillside Open Space Provision
Provide Maintain for open space areas in the hillsides areas as natural open space. The
provision of open space areas should not detract from the existing character of the Town’s
hillsides. [Source: Modified Existing Policy OSP-2.2]
Hillside Open Space Dedication
In all hillside subdivisions, the dedication of open space in fee or as an easement shall be
required to protect unique natural features, habitats, and migration corridors, and to preserve
the rural atmosphere. [Source: Modified Existing Policy OSP-2.3]
Uninterrupted Wildlife Corridors and Recreation
Adjacent parcels in the hillsides shall provide an uninterrupted band of useable segments for
wildlife corridors and recreational use, if applicable. [Source: Existing Policy OSP-2.4]
Hillside Open Space and Scenic Vista Preservation
Maximize preservation of open space and scenic vistas in the hillside area by requiring
dedications in fee (preferred) or easements and by restricting buildable areas on lots. Where
buildable areas are restricted through clustering, planned developments, or other means, these
means shall not allow higher overall density on the parcel than would otherwise be allowed by
the zoning. Dedications should be granted to the Town and Mid-Peninsula Regional Open
Space District. [Source: Existing Policy OSP-2.5]
To make open space areas within the Town accessible to all residents of and
visitors to the Town, as appropriate. [Source: Existing General Plan, Goal OSP-3]
Open Space Access
Open Space Aaccess shall be consistent with types and locations of open space areas and
shall protect the safety, privacy, and security of adjacent residential areas . [Source: Modified
Existing Policy OSP-3.1]
Open Space Connections
Improve connections between passive open space areas and existing residential areas and on-
street bicycle lanesfacilities, and multi-use trails., and open space. [Source: Modified Existing
Policy OSP-3.2]
Open Space Access for the Physically Disabled
All open space areas and related facilities shall provide adequate access for th ose with
accessibility issues.physically disabled. [Source: Modified Existing Policy OSP-3.3]
Park Access for the Physically Disabledthose with Accessibility Issues
All developed parks shall provide disabled access and facilities, unless access and facility
improvements would be detrimental to public safety or welfare. [Source: Existing Policy OSP-
3.4]
Open Space Access from New all Residential Development
Consider Provide access from new all residential developments to open space, where
appropriate. [Source: Modified Existing Policy OSP-3.5]
Open Space and Access Roads
Access roads shall be located, developed, and maintained in ways that avoid negative impacts
on open space areas and natural resources. [Source: Modified Existing Policy OSP-3.6]
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Open Space Street Access
All open space adjacent to all developments shall have access from streets. [Source: Modified
Existing Policy OSP-3.7]
Access to Publicly Owned Open Space
All publicly- owned natural open space shall have access by trails or local streets, with
adequate protection of rare and sensitive plants and animals and their habitats, and of adjacent
residential areas. [Source: Modified Existing Policy OSP-3.8]
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To consider the provision of recreation and open space in all development
decisions within the Town. [Source: Modified Existing General Plan, Goal OSP-6]
Private Open Space in New Development
Promote private open space in all planning decisions for new development. [Source: Existing
Policy OSP-6.1]
Open Space Preservation
New development projects shall include conditions to preserve open space (non-recreational
common space) where appropriate. [Source: Modified Existing Policy OSP-6.2]
Development of Open Space
Consider effects on watershed areas, plant and wildlife habitats, and migration corridors before
allowing development of any open space. [Source: Existing Policy OSP-6.3]
Design of Open Common Recreation Space Facilities
Consider health, welfare, and public safety in the design of open common recreation space
facilities. [Source: Modified Existing Policy OSP-6.4]
Open Common Recreation Space in High DensityResidential Developments
Provide permanent common open recreation space in all high-densityresidential developments.
[Source: Modified Existing Policy OSP-6.5]
Highway 85 Corridor
Site plans for new development along the Highway 85 corridor shall incorporate adequate open
space. [Source: Modified Existing Policy OSP-6.6]
Preservation of Large Tracts of Open Space
Encourage the use of Williamson Act contracts and Planned Development applications as a
means to preserve large tracts of open space. [Source: Existing Policy OSP-6.7]
Innovative Development Techniques
Encourage the use of innovative development techniques which will provide open space within
individual developments, public or private. [Source: Existing Policy OSP-6.8]
Open Space Dedication Requirement
Town staff shall Eevaluate all development projects to determine the benefit of requiring open
space dedication. [Source: Modified Existing Policy OSP-6.9]
Hillside Development Standards and Guidelines
Update the Hillside Development Standards and Guidelines as needed to include measures
that address open space in new development. [Source: Existing Policy OSP-6.10]
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To preserve and enhance Los Gatos Creek, and the Los Gatos Creek Trail, and
Ross Creek as open space amenities. [Source: Existing General Plan, Goal OSP-7
and OSP-8]
Los Gatos Creek Restoration
Restore Los Gatos Creek to a more natural state, removing concrete channelization, where
feasible. [Source: Existing Policy OSP-7.1]
Los Gatos Creek Trail Accessibility
Ensure that Los Gatos Creek Trail is accessible to and safe for all users. [Source: Existing
Policy OSP-7.2]
Ross Creek Restoration
Restore Ross Creek to a more natural state, removing concrete channelization, where feasible.
[Source: Existing Policy OSP-8.1]
To preserve and enhance Ross Creek as an open space amenity [Source: Existing
General Plan, Goal OSP-8]
Ross Creek Restoration
Restore Ross Creek to a more natural state, removing concrete channelization, where feasible.
[Source: Existing Policy OSP-8.1]
6.2 Parks and Recreation
In addition to the four open space areas and preserves described above, the Town has a total of 3 2 parks and
recreational facilities. (Source: Existing GP, updated with data from 2040 Background Report and input from
Town staff)
Town Parks
Local parks are essential to the quality of life for many Los Gatos residents, providing recreational opportuniti es,
neighborhood gathering facilities, and natural beauty throughout the community. The Town of Los Gatos contains
a total of 15 publicly owned and operated parks. As listed above, 15 of these parks are located on Town-owned
land and are maintained by the Parks and Public Works Department and the remaining park (Vasona County
Park) is owned and operated by the Santa Clara County Parks and Recreation Department. In total, there are
more than 250 acres of parkland within Los Gatos, containing nearly 15 miles of multi-use trails and over 65 acres
of lawn area. (Source: Existing GP, updated with data from 2040 Background Report)
Recreational Services
Los Gatos relies on a unique service delivery model for recreational services activities. These services are
provided byunder a third-party Jjoint Ppowers Aauthority (JPA), Los Gatos Saratoga Recreation (LGS
Recreation). LGS Recreation uses Town facilities at a discount rate and provides full recreational services to the
community on a full cost recovery basis. LGS Recreation is managed by its own board of directors, comprised of
representatives from the school districts and members of the public. (Source: Matt Morley, PPW, new)
LGS Recreation operates the Los Gatos Adult Recreation Center, located at 208 E. Main Street and the Los
Gatos Youth Recreation Center, located at 123 E. Main Street in Los Gatos. From the Recreation Centers, LGS
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Recreation offers activities, classes, sports, and programs for youth, adults, and seniors throughout th e year.
Information on programming and events can be found at http://www.lgsrecreation.org/. (Source: New)
Major Recreational Facilities
Los Gatos has 15 recreational facilities containing one or more sports fields on-site. Table 8-2 provides a
summary of each facility’s fields and recreational league use. As shown in the table, 11 of the 15 identified
facilities currently have one or more baseball fields, for a total of 21 baseball fields. (Source: Existing GP, updated
with data from 2040 Background Report and input from Town staff)
Of the 15 facilities, eight facilities are currently (2020) at capacity (no additional field availability), including all four
schools of the Los Gatos Union Elementary School District, Los Gatos High School, two schools in the Union
School District, and the Jewish Community Center. In addition to student and resident use, several of the fields
are utilized by local sports leagues for team practices and games. T hese leagues include: LGS Recreation, Los
Gatos Unified Soccer League, Los Gatos Little League, Los Gatos-Saratoga Softball Association, Los Gatos Pony
League, Los Gatos Redhawks Lacrosse League, Union Little League, Pacific Union Academy, and the Branham
Hill Girls Softball League. Currently (2020), LGS Recreation and Los Gatos Little League each use 7 different
fields for athletic activities throughout Los Gatos. The Los Gatos Soccer League holds games and practices at
six different facilities within Los Gatos. (Source: Existing GP, updated with data from 2040 Background Report,
input from Town staff)
Additionally, as shown in Table 8-2, 11 of the 15 facilities include a multi-use field area that permits scheduled
activities and is appropriate for organized group sporting events. These facilities provide a total of approximately
563,500 square feet of multi-use field space within Los Gatos. These fields are utilized by school children,
organized teams, and sports leagues, as well as by the general public. (Source: Existing GP, updated with data
from 2040 Background Report and input from Town staff)
The following goals and policies address the provision, maintenance, and future of parks and recreational facilities
in Los Gatos.
To provide recreational facilities that address the needs of the community.
[Source: Existing General Plan, Goal OSP-4]
Recreation Space Acquisition
Acquire and develop more publicly accessible active and passive community recreation spaces
and/or facilities. [Source: Modified Existing Policy OSP-4.1]
Recreational Amenities and Programs
Encourage the development of amenities and programs in parks and other recreational facilities
that cater to a variety of ages and address the needs of families . [Source: Existing Policy
OSP-4.2]
Shared Recreational and Sports Facilities
Continue to work with the Los Gatos-Saratoga Recreation District, local school districts, and
faith communities to provide shared recreational and sports facilities. [Source: Existing Policy
OSP-4.3]
Community Gardens
Encourage community gardens on appropriate public and private properties . [Source: Existing
Policy OSP-4.4]
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Active Recreation Spaces
Consider including more varied, active recreation spaces in new and/or existing recreational
facilities. [Source: Existing Policy OSP-4.5]
Off-Leash Dog Recreation Areas
Actively pursue opportunities for dedicated off -leash dog recreation areas and/or for allowing
off-leash dog times at specific parks. [Source: Existing Policy OSP-4.6]
Town Park Standards
Provide five acres of parkland per 1,000 population, in order to meet the community needs for
active and passive recreation. [Source: New Policy]
Accessibility of Developed Park Access for those with Accessibility Issues
All developed parks shall provide disabled access and facilities, unless access and facility
improvements would be detrimental to public safety or welfare. [Source: Existing Policy OSP-
3.4]
To create and maintain open space areas and parks that complement and
enhance and blend into existing natural habitats and, residential neighborhoods,
and other Town features. [Source: Existing General Plan, Goal OSP-5]
Town Parks and Trails
Promote a system of Town parks and trails. [Source: Existing Policy OSP-5.1]
Quasi-Public Areas
Maximize the use of public utility easements, flood control channels, school grounds, and other
quasi-public areas for recreational uses and playfields. [Source: Existing Policy OSP-5.2]
Informal Gathering Spaces
Encourage the development of informal gathering spaces for local residents and visitors in
appropriate locations throughout the Town. [Source: Existing Policy OSP-5.3]
Maintain Landscaping and Tree Preservation
Maintain the Town’s high standards for landscaping and tree preservation, helping to maintain
cohesiveness between existing neighborhoods and surrounding open space areas and while
reducing disturbances to adjacent natural habitats. [Source: Modified Existing Policy OSP-5.4]
Landscaping
Utilize private and public landscaping to help open space and park areas along Town streets
blend within their surroundings neighborhood. [Source: Modified Existing Policy OSP-5.5]
Existing School Property
Preserve open space and public uses upon the sale of existing school property in order to
preserve school playing fields as developed open spaces . [Source: Existing Policy OSP-5.6]
Public School Overlay Zone
Use the Public School Overlay Zone to keep closed school sites in public ownership and to
preserve the playing fields as developed recreation spaces . [Source: Existing Policy OSP-5.7]
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Informal Outdoor Gathering Spaces in New Development
Encourage all new development to provide informal outdoor gathering spaces.
[Source: Existing Policy OSP-5.8]
Recreation Space for Young Children
Encourage new multi-family residential development of eight units or more to include tot lots or
similar shared off-street open recreation space for young children. [Source: Modified Existing
Policy OSP-5.9]
Park Visibility
Ensure all parks are visible from thea public right-of-way whenever possible and are clear of
unnecessary visual impediments (such as and overgrown vegetation) that reduces visual
connections and observation. and increases the potential for crime. [Source: New Policy]
NOTE: Goals and policies concerning cultural resources have been moved to the Environment and
Sustainability Element, as this is a more typical location in a general plan.
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6.3 Implementation Programs
Programs
Implements
Which
Policy(ies)
Responsible
Supporting
Department(s) 2021 – 2025 2026 – 2030 2031 – 2040 Annual Ongoing A Develop an Acquisition Program
Develop and institute an acquisition
program consistent with the Housing
Element that includes fee purchase,
easement dedications and land donations.
Areas to be considered: Novitiate, hillside
open space, additional park sites, closed
school sites, and large land-locked parcels.
[Source: Existing Action OSP-1.1]
OSP-1.1
OSP-1.2
OSP-1.3
OSP-1.4
OSP-1.5
Parks and
Public Works
Community
Development
Town Manager
Town Attorney
B Hillside Development Standards and
Guidelines.
Update the Hillside Development Standards
and Guidelines as needed to include
measures that address open space in new
development. [Source: Existing Policy
OSP-6.10]
OSP-2.4
OSP-2.5
OSP-4.2
OSP-4.7
Community
Development
C Adopt Review Open Space Standards
Adopt Review and update the open space
standards as needed, standards specifying
the type and quantity of open space
required for new developments. [Source:
Existing Action OSP-6.1]
OSP-4.1
OSP-4.2
OSP-4.3
OPS-4.4
OSP-4.97
OSP-4.10
Community
Development
D Develop a Los Gatos Creek Restoration
Plan
Work with the Santa Clara County Parks
and Recreation Department, the Santa
Clara Valley Water District, the California
Department of Fish and Game, and
Caltrans to develop a restoration plan for
channelized segments of Los Gatos Creek .
[Source: Existing Action OSP-7.1]
OSP-5.1 Parks and
Public Works
E Seek Funding for Creek Restoration
Seek and obtain funding for creek
restoration. [Source: Existing Action OSP-
7.2]
OSP-5.1 Parks and
Public Works
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Programs
Implements
Which
Policy(ies)
Responsible
Supporting
Department(s) 2021 – 2025 2026 – 2030 2031 – 2040 Annual Ongoing F Identify Los Gatos Creek Trail Access
Opportunities
Identify additional opportunities for access
along the Los Gatos Creek Trail. [Source:
Existing Action OSP-7.3]
OSP-5.2 Parks and
Public Works
G Seek Funding for Los Gatos Creek and
Trail Projects
Seek and obtain funding for beautification
restoration projects and trail connection
opportunities along Los Gatos Creek and
the Los Gatos Creek Trail. [Source:
Modified Existing Action OSP-7.4]
OSP-5.2 Parks and
Public Works
H Develop a Ross Creek Restoration Plan
Work with the Santa Clara County Parks
and Recreation Department, the Santa
Clara Valley Water District, and Caltrans to
develop a restoration plan for channelized
segments of Ross Creek. [Source: Existing
Action OSP-8.1]
OSP-6.1 Parks and
Public Works
I Establish a Parks, Trails, and Open
Space Database
Develop an electronic database and ArcGIS
files for all parks, trail, and open space
easements, trails, and recreational facilities.
[Source: Existing Action OSP-5.5]
OSP-7.1
OSP-7.2
OSP-7.3
OSP-8.1
Parks and
Public Works
Community
Development
J Assess Existing Parks
Conduct an assessment of existing parks to
identify any determine the unmet
recreational needs and implement new
facilities as parks are upgraded. [Source:
Existing Action OSP-4.1]
OSP-7.1 Parks and
Public Works
K Install Park Signage
Install interpretive signage at parks when
feasible and appropriate, providing a
description of features such as the park’s
history, native species that live in or near
the park, accessibility indicator (level of
difficulty), and existing or historic
waterways. [Source: Existing Action OSP-
5.3]
OSP-7.2 Parks and
Public Works
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Programs
Implements
Which
Policy(ies)
Responsible
Supporting
Department(s) 2021 – 2025 2026 – 2030 2031 – 2040 Annual Ongoing L Study Off-Leash Dog Recreation
Opportunities
Conduct a study to determine the feasibility
of providing dedicated off-leash dog
recreation areas and/or for allowing off -
leash dog times at specific parks. [Source:
Existing Action OSP-4.2]
OSP-7.6 Parks and
Public Works
ML Inventory Parks and Open Space
Maintain and update the parks and open
space inventory every ten years. [Source:
Existing Action OSP-5.1]
OSP-8.1
OSP-8.2
Parks and
Public Works
NM Adopt Best Management Practices
Adopt Best Management Practice park
service standards for the Town. [Source:
Existing Action OSP-5.2]
OSP-8.1
OSP-8.4
Parks and
Public Works
O Study Reservoir Air Space
Conduct a study to determine the
appropriate use of “air space” over Seven
Mile Reservoir. [Source: Existing Action
OSP-4.3]
Parks and
Public Works
Community
Development
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