2009-06-08 Public Access, Open Space and Natural Resources Preservation Commission Minutes

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Mr. Hirakami commented that a fair compromise to the public should've been on a year -to -year basis for the suspension of deposits into the 2% fund. CHAIRPERSON'S REPORT Ms. Springer told Mr. Hirakami and Mr. Komata to consider working on language to include in the 2009 Annual Report in regards to County assessed values of properties and conservation easements. UNFINISHED BUSINESS • Commission to discuss procedures for conducting site inspections Ms. Springer handed out to the commissioners draft procedures on how to handle site visits. (The commissioners went into discussion) Motion: Commissioner Komata moved to approve the proposed site visit policy. Seconded by Commissioner Hirakami. All members voted aye, motion carried. NEW BUSINESS • Commission to discuss "Questions & Answers" for Chair Kim Garcia's radio interview on LAVA 105 Ms. Springer deferred this item to the next meeting due to Chair Garcia's absence. • Commission to discuss creating form letter to respond to suggestion forms Ms. Springer asked if anyone would like to prepare a draft and Ms. Moon accepted. Ms. Springer asked if anyone had comments on the form. Mr. Hirakami commented that it should include acknowledgement of receipt and thank you to the applicant for submission. Mr. Komata added that there should also be a note to the applicant to submit a complete packet for a higher assessment. • Commission to discuss creating new form for assessing public access suggestion forms Ms. Springer deferred this item to the next meeting due to Commissioner Flores' absence. Recess: 12:02 p.m. Reconvened. 12: 10 p.m. -5-