The Board Meeting, which was held on January 9, 2007, at the Peralta Oaks Headquarters Building, 2950 Peralta Oaks Court, Oakland, CA, was called to order at 1:15 p.m. by Board President Carol Severin.

ROLL CALL

Directors Present:
Carol Severin, President
John Sutter, Vice President
Ayn Wieskamp, Treasurer
Ted Radke, Secretary
Beverly Lane, Director
Doug Siden, Director
Nancy Skinner, Director

At this time the Board of Directors met in Closed Session to discuss those items outlined on the Closed Session Board Meeting Agenda.

The Open Session of the Board Meeting was called to order at 2:10 p.m. by Board President Carol Severin.

Staff Present Included: Pat O'Brien, Ted Radosevich, Dave Collins, Rosemary Cameron, Bob Doyle, John Escobar, Shelly Lewis, Mike Anderson, Sharon Marshall, Jack Kenny, Al Olivera, Rita Fesler, Mimi Waluch, Hillary Van Austen, Marie Arnerich, Ro Aguilar, Randy Carlton, Anne Rockwell, Steve Myli, Laura Comstock, Brad Olson, Diana Althoff, Brian Wiese, Officer Paul Wilson.

Board Member Nancy Skinner introduced her special guests who were attending today's Board Meeting which included her family members and friends.

President Severin introduced Alameda County Superior Court Judge Winton McKibben, who presided over the swearing-in ceremony for Directors Lane, Radke, Severin, Skinner and Wieskamp.

Judge McKibben then gave the oath of office to the five directors.

A short reception was then held until 2:35 p.m.

President Severin advised that it was her privilege to serve as Board President this past year and listed some of the highlights of the year. She noted that the District's Finance Dept. received once again the international award for the budget, and thanked Assistant General Manager Rosemary Cameron and all Park District Staff for their work on the Special Park District's Forum.

Director Skinner thanked President Severin for her work in 2006 and for welcoming her to the Board.

Director Siden expressed his appreciation to President Severin for her leadership, and spoke about some of her attributes.

At this time President Severin handed over the gavel to Director John Sutter, who will serve as Board President in 2007.

President Sutter advised that he looks forward to serving as Board President in 2007. On behalf of the Board, he thanked Director Severin for doing such a great job as the 2006 Board President.

He then presented Director Severin with a gift, a collage of her pictures at various Park District functions.

President Sutter introduced the 2007 Officers of the Board:

• Vice President: Director Ayn Wieskamp
• Treasurer: Director Ted Radke
• Secretary: Director Doug Siden

President Sutter commented that he feels the year ahead will be one of challenges, and one of preparing for the Measure AA Bond Measure extension.

A. APPROVAL OF AGENDA

By motion of Director Siden, seconded by Director Radke, the Agenda was approved.

B. PUBLIC COMMENTS

Mr. Ralph Kans, a resident of Oakland, addressed the Board and spoke about Presidio Clarkia at Crestmont near Redwood Road.

Mr. Kans handed out a City of Oakland staff report to be presented to the Oakland City Council next week, and referenced page 9 that indicated that the District's concerns have been adequately addressed and that the District is satisfied with the City's project and its plans to protect the endangered species. He stated that page 9 represents an endorsement of the project, which is not what occurred and is a misrepresentation by City staff. There is a note to file that states that the District declined to take a position and only that the Board could do so and that this project is not significant enough to bring to the Board. From other peoples' perspective it may appear that the Board is approving this project and he would hope that the Board would do more. He contends that the City of Oakland has an abysmal history with Presidio Clarkia which goes back to the Oakland Hills Tennis project in 1988. Mr. Kans believes the Board should take a closer look at this proposal.

President Sutter asked about the location of this project and noted that it has been an ongoing issue.

AGM Bob Doyle stated that the District has responded and expressed some concerns about it. Staff felt that as it does not directly impact a regional park Master Plan site, regional park trail or existing park, staff was limited as to what the District's role would be. He stated that he did not think staff would agree that the District has the responsibility of protecting all species that are near its parks. There are a lot of projects where development is occurring near the Park. We try to comment on anything where there is a direct nexus to the District but we don't have as an assertive a role when it is not a Park District issue per se.

Director Wieskamp said that she was unaware of the project and the concerns surrounding it. She asked if it is accurate to state that the District has properly addressed this project. AGM Doyle responded that he did not know if the statement is accurate, but he knows the District did respond. Director Skinner said her concern is the same as Director Wieskamp's and asked that the matter be referred to the General Manager and staff to determine the accuracy of the item being submitted as a public record.

GM O'Brien said he will check it out and clarify its accuracy. Brad Olson also noted that it was a difficult situation. He wrote a correspondence and asked what type of mitigation measures Oakland would implement to protect the species. The city responded that the property owner was placing some kind of easement over the property which may have been managed by the Native Plant Society and he was not clear about that and that there was also going to be some form of management endowment. It is clear that the city has not taken good action in this area to protect the species and it will be difficult to enforce protection. As far as the District is concerned, staff believes it has done what it could with respect to this particular property.

C. BUSINESS BEFORE THE BOARD

1. CONSENT CALENDAR

• Regarding Item C-1-c, President Sutter had comments.
• Regarding Item C-1-e & r, Director Lane had questions.
• Regarding Item C-1-u, Director Lane and President Sutter had questions.
• Regarding Item C-1-g, Director Siden pulled for separate consideration.
• Regarding Item C-1-m, n & s, Director Siden had comments.

By motion of Director Lane, seconded by Director Radke, the Consent Calendar was unanimously approved.

• C-1-a.
  Approval of Check Listing for the Period of December 8, 2006 through December 27, 2006
  Resolution No. 2007-1-1 (Attached)
• C-1-b.
  Approval of Minutes of the Board Meeting of December 5, 2006.
• C-1-c.
  Authorization to Accept Funds from Save the Bay for Construction of the Eden Landing Wetland Restoration Project, Hayward Regional Shoreline
  Resolution No. 2007-1-2 (Attached)

President Sutter thanked the Save the Bay Association for the $30,000 gift and complimented them for having many activities that intertwine with the District's. President Sutter asked staff to send a letter of thanks.

• C-1-d.
  Approval of Revisions to the District's Administrative and Document Fees
  Resolution No. 2007-1-3 (Attached)
• C-1-e.
  Authorization to Purchase Drinking Fountains from Cal Steam Wholesale Plumbing Distributor
  Resolution No. 2007-1- 4 (Attached)

Director Lane asked AGM Mike Anderson if this meant that the fountains are not ADA accessible as currently designed. GM O'Brien clarified the question as to whether that some of the drinking fountains are not ADA designed. AGM Anderson responded that the District is currently in a transition plan and this will give it the material to replace the non-conforming drinking fountains.

• C-1-f.
  Authorization to Extend the Contract with Strategy Research Institute for a Two-Year Period
  Resolution No. 2007-1-5 (Attached)
• C-1-g.
  Approval to Revise Board Operating Guidelines for Meeting Per Diem Payment, Reimbursement of Incidental Expenses, and Adoption of Ethics Training Requirements Pursuant to AB 1234
  Resolution No. 2007-1-20 (Attached)

Director Siden would like to move and approve this item, and include in the motion that the Executive Committee be asked to review those tenancies by board members for which there is compensation. President Sutter asked District Counsel to comment. Mr. Radosevich agreed with the clarification and recommended it to be moved and be brought back to the Executive Committee.

Director Skinner would like to amend item 2 of the resolution to clarify the section on ethics training where it says "attended, or will attend ethics training." She asked if it could say "completed, or will complete" since such training is now available on the internet. Mr. Radosevich agreed that it would be changed to make that clarification. Director Siden commented that "biannual" is commonly thought of as every other year, which applies in this case, although Webster's Dictionary defines it as twice a year.

Director Lane said that it took a while in Executive Committee because it was state legislation.

President Sutter restated the motion asking the Executive Committee to consider the specifics as to what does and does not qualify for compensation and to make the changes in item 2. Restated to approve the motion with amendments.

By motion of Director Weiskamp, seconded by Director Radke and unanimously approved.

• C-1-h.
  Approval of Out-of-State Travel for Directors Beverly Lane, Doug Siden, John Sutter, and General Manager Pat O'Brien, to Attend the 2007 NRPA Legislative Forum, February 14 – 16, 2007, in Washington, D.C.
  Resolution No. 2007-1-6 (Attached)
• C-1-i.
  Approval of Annual Renewal of Sole Source Agreement for Helicopter Maintenance with Turbomeca, USA
  Resolution No. 2007-1-7 (Attached)
• C-1-j.
  Authorization to Amend the 2007 Budget and to Renew Rental Agreement for Service Yard Facilities for Contra Costa Trails and Alternative Work Program Staff
  Resolution No. 2007-1-8 (Attached)
• C-1-k.
  Authorization to Extend the Ardenwood Affairs Group Picnic and Catering Agreement through December 31, 2007
  Resolution No. 2007-1-9 (Attached)
• C-1-l.
  Authorization to Amend the 2007 Budget to Use .25 Full Time Equivalent (FTE) Temporary Staffing to Convert a 9-month Park Ranger II to a 12-month Park Ranger Regular Staff Position, Alameda Creek Regional Trails.
  Resolution No. 2007-1-10 (Attached)
• C-1-m.
  Authorization to Renew Agreement with the East Bay Conservation Corps (EBCC) for Youth Employment
  Resolution No. 2007-1-11 (Attached)

Director Siden asked AGM Escobar to introduce Joanna Lennon, the Executive Director of the EBCC. Ms. Lennon said that she is always delighted to speak before the Board and so appreciative of EBCC's contract with the District and that it is their best work experience where the youth learn so much. Director Siden commended Ms. Lennon for her leadership, as well as AGM Cameron who serves on the EBCC Board of Directors.

President Sutter also commended Ms. Lennon for her leadership. Director Wieskamp stated she would like to see a group of the Corps in action. Ms. Lennon said they would love to bring the Board out for a tour of what the Corps does in the park.

• C-1-n.
  Authorization to Renew Agreement with Contra Costa County for the Juvenile Community Services Program for Youth Employment
  Resolution No. 2007-1-12 (Attached)
• C-1-o.
  Approval of Reappointment of George Phillips and Roland Williams to the Park Advisory Committee
  Resolution No. 2007-1-13 (Attached)
• C-1-p.
  Approval of Appointments of Judi Bank, Mae Cendaña, Dave Hudson, Glenn Kirby, E.J. Shalaby and Michael Shimansky to the Park Advisory Committee
  Resolution No. 2007-1-14 (Attached)
• C-1-q.
  Authorization to Extend the Contract with Stellar Environmental Solutions, Inc. for Groundwater and Bioventing Monitoring at Redwood Regional Park
  Resolution No. 2007-1-15 (Attached)
• C-1-r.
  Approval of 2007 Fees and Charges
  Resolution No. 2007-1-16 (Attached)
• C-1-s.
  Acceptance of Quarterly Unaudited Financial Statements for the East Bay Regional Park Districtfor the Period Ending September 30, 2006
  Resolution No. 2007-1-17 (Attached)

Director Siden commended the Finance Department for the work that it has done. He noted that he was interested in knowing more about the District's interest earnings.

President Sutter commented that the District should thank the financial markets since interest rates have gone up, resulting in a significant increase in revenues.

• C-1-t.
  Acceptance of 3rd Quarter Investment Activity for the East Bay Regional Park District for the period ending September 30, 2006
  Resolution No. 2007-1-18 (Attached)
• C-1-u.
  Approval of 2007 Statement of Investment Policy
  Resolution No. 2007-1-19 (Attached)

Director Sutter noted a correction on page 8, which should state "district" rather than "city."

2. LAND DIVISION

• C.2.a.
  Final Action Taken: Adopt Findings Pursuant to the Requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act, Approve the East Contra Costa County Habitat Conservation Plan and Natural Community Conservation Plan, Authorize the General Manager to File a Notice of Determination with the Contra Costa County Clerk, and Authorize the General Manager to Execute an Implementing Agreement for the East Contra Costa County Habitat Conservation Plan and Natural Community Conservation Plan
  Moved by Director Radke, seconded by Director Lane
  Unanimously Approved
  Resolution No. 2007-1-21 (Attached)

AGM Doyle introduced this item citing that staff have made this presentation before. This has been under discussion for five years. This is an important and significant issue and we think the full board should have the ability to ask questions and to get into the details. Brad Olson staff from the District, as well as other staff from Land Division and Stewardship, John Kopchik, from the Community Development Dept., has sheperded the first HCP through Contra Costa County. AGM Doyle noted that what is remarkeable is that to date we have the building association, the landowners and property owners and govt. agencies supporting this plan.

Mr. Olson gave a letter and a handout to the Board. Mr. Olson requested the Board to take the following actions as relates to four items:

1. To adopt findings on the final environmental impact report for the ECCC HCP and the Natural Communities Conservation Plan;

President Sutter asked about the difference between HCP and NCCP. Mr. Olson responded that the HCP is federal law and NCCP is state law, with both falling under their respective endangered species acts. Additionally, the state law includes the conservation of communities as well as habitat for endangered species. They are combined in a singled document and will be referred to from this time on as HCP.

2. To consider approval of HCP;
3. For staff to file notice of determination as a responsible agency; and
4. Authorization for the General Manager to execute and implement agreement with the other agencies that are sponsoring the HCP.

Mr. Olson at this point made a presentation to the Board.

President Sutter asked whether some of the local funds belonged to the District. Mr. Olson said the local funds would include monies that the District may choose to contribute to the effort, as well as funds for other entities, such as Land Trusts.

President Sutter asked if the 300 acres cited was a commitment. Mr. Olson answered that it was a general guideline and that the agreement the District would execute will not commit to a set figure.

Director Radke said that based on the District's history, maintenance of effort means that it would probably continue on. John Kopchik stated that the period is from about 1967.

Director Skinner asked where the funding would be coming from. Mr. Olson said the funding for the District to conduct its own HCP would come from a grant from the US Fish & Wildlife Service; whereas funding for operations and management would come from local impact fees. Director Skinner noted that it would depend on areas that were set aside for specific development.

Director Sutter asked if that would help the District's Public Safety staff Mr. Olson said yes and that part of the overall management of property law enforcement would be eligible as well as the District's rangers, stewardship staff and firefighters. He added that there would not be a large infusion of cash initially for these positions, but a ramp-up. The District would first acquire the land, begin to manage the property and then identify and fund staff positions to manage those properties.

Director Lane asked for any information Mr. Olson may have on the District's HCP and grant application and how these would apply to parks inside the boundary. Mr. Olson said that some of the funding has already been set aside. As far as coverage, the District has 28 species identified through the HCP. As part of the HCP, specific management and mitigation prescriptions were identified, which is a substantial amount of information that staff have to rely upon. He continued that the District has an active mine management program at Black Diamond and there may be issues there that the HCP did not contemplate. Mr. Olson added that there may also be other types of activities unique to the District's circumstances that were not captured within the range of projects anticipated in the HCP. Director Lane clarified that staff would not have to redo the prescriptions. Mr. Olson concurred. Director Sutter asked if there was any action on the grant application. Mr. Olson said that the application is not before the Board today and he deferred to John Kopchik. Mr. Kopchick said the Secretary of the Interior announced the grant for $300,000 in September and it will take about 6-9 months to secure a grant contract.

Director Sutter asked if the funding is assured for 30 years. Mr. Olson answered in the affirmative, stating that it is the commitment that the regulators and developers have made.

Director Sutter asked if the District was committed to being the land acquisition authority. Mr. Olson stated that the District is one of the primary land acquisition entities.

Director Wieskamp asked if trails were a part of that commitment, to which Mr. Olson answered yes.

Director Sutter asked about what is meant by "passive" recreational uses. Mr. Olson said it is loosely defined and in this case meant it would not be baseball fields.

Director Sutter asked what the District would have to do if it decides to install a swimming pool or a staging area. John Kopchik said if the District wanted to have HCP money match District funds, then the District would have to follow the rules of the HCP. If the District decides unilaterally, it would not have the permit coverage but would have no strings attached.

Director Sutter asked if the District will be committed to "passive" recreation, which can mean different things to different people, if the HCP were adopted.

John Kopchik said there are four pages in the HCP enumerating its terms for certain uses. Director Lane asked who would make final decision. Mr. Kopchik said under the HCP, the District would have sole discretion to interpret the rules. Director Sutter asked if there is a governing board and if the rule by majority vote. Mr. Kopchik said there is a governing board by the implementing entity made up of one representative from each of the cities in the county and the majority rules. It is a joint powers authority.

Director Skinner asked if it for each city in the county or for each city in the Habitat Conservation Area. Mr. Kopchik said Clayton, Brentwood, Oakley and Pittsburg in the County. Director Skinner asked if there are other agencies that the plan anticipates might be involved in land acquisition. Mr. Kopchik says the only one named is East Bay Regional Parks.

John Kopchik stated that the decisions made today would not commit the District to buying land.

Director Skinner stated her concern about whether the District is committed since we are the only agencies mentioned.

John Kopchik restated that the plan assumes that the District is not going to buy all the land, that the plan assumes that someone else will have to do it.

Director Skinner asked how much acreage is set aside for acquisition and whether there is acreage that is not designated in this plan that the District has had facilities located.

Mr. Olson pointed out the areas near the Byron airport. He continued that there is no absolute in acquiring all of one area; if an understanding is not reached in a given area, then the land would not be acquired until there were willing sellers.

Director Wieskamp asked if Mr. Olson was talking about an existing agricultural land trust. Mr. Olson said yes, the CC Land Trust.

Director Wieskamp said that some of the areas on the map shaded in light grey might well be targeted for the land trust.

In summary, Mr. Olson requested the Board to approve and adopt the four items submitted.

Director Lane asked if this would interfere with city general plans in Antioch. Mr. Olson talked about the overlap in the HCP between development proposed by Antioch and lands to be conserved through the HCP. In order to develop in this overlap, the general plans for the city of Antioch were being developed at the same time as was the HCP and the city

of Antioch chose not to participate within the HCP so they would not be provided with a permit for development for areas of Antioch that would require a permit for the taking of a native species. In this case they would not be given a permit within the HCP, they would have to obtain a separate permit from the regulatory agencies which is a greater hurdle and the agencies will not be particularly receptive with development in this conservation area so it will be more difficult for the City of Antioch to develop in this area.

Director Radke commented that there were a series of split votes on this and he thinks what they are going to find is that when they seek permits they are going to have to go to the regulatory agencies that are supporting this plan and they will find a lot difficulty.

Director Siden stated that this is a pioneering effort, and asked for examples. Mr. Olson said it is the largest HCP and mentioned Jones & Stokes and used models from successful HCP/NCCP efforts in Southern California as a starting point.

Director Siden said this has been a five year process. Director Radke said the five year effort involved detailed studies of habitat and that a great deal of science that went into this process.

Director Siden commended everyone involved in the process, and stated that this kind of endorsement between the public, private and environmental sector is significant.

Director Radke also commended John Kopchik for bringing this plan all together

President Sutter had questions about the back up material:

• Page 5 of 23 regarding birds of prey being reduced due to the wind turbines, and asked if this meant a District commitment to turn off the wind turbines. Mr. Olson said no.
• Page 6 of 23, regarding "passive recreational uses," if it meant camping, bike riding, dog walking, etc.

Mr. Olson said staff would have to look at it on a case by case basis and whether the land can accommodate that use.

President Sutter asked if the District would be committed, to which Mr. Olson answered in the negative.

• Page 20 of 23, regarding ten key positions to implement the plan, Mr. Olson said the funding is not assured at this time.

President Sutter asked if the District did not have a commitment. Mr. Olson agreed.

President Sutter said this is amazing and his concern is that the District not make a commitment to acquire so many acres because it has responsibilities in both Alameda and Contra Costa counties. It is a very imaginative program and a tremendous step to conserving open space.

AGM Doyle said an issue all along is a requirement that there be a willing seller only. These are traditional four-generation families and the issue is their willingness to sell their property. He said it is going to take a while, even with the the funds available. Mr. Doyle stated the District can only do so many projects per year. It will be methodical and these sellers are private parties who do not have to sell their land.

President Sutter asked if there is a lead agency. AGM Doyle said the HCP will be the lead agency. Mr. Kopchik added that the HCP will be paying for county staff.

Director Lane asked about the specific properties, stating that some property owners may be happy to see their properties included in the shaded area of the map. Mr. Kopchik said that the former biodiversity there was no money, that they took care not to be too specific in acquisitions so that property owners do not think their land will be subject to acquisition. AGM Doyle said that the issue of a requirement of no condemnation was important.

Director Lane asked what the District would do if it finds a certain property that is a member of the JPA really important.

Mr. Doyle said that as long as the District does not use their funds, it can do what is within the park district's authority.

Director Wieskamp asked how much of the 30,000 acres is reflected as shaded areas on the map. Mr. Kopchik commented that it shows about 40,000 acres to show flexibility. Director Wieskamp also asked about agricultural use (see pg 16 of 23) and if the land was being bought by HCP or the agricultural trust. Mr. Olson said the funding would come from the HCP. It would not ensure agricultural uses such as orchards or vineyards.

Director Sutter asked if it is an objective of the plan to retain agriculture, if it is relevant and if it is stated in the agreement. Mr. Kopchik read a sentence from the mission statement stating that it is.

AGM Doyle said it is preserving agriculture as a priority, which also satisfies the goal of preserving these species, that for agricultural purposes alone, no, habitat yes.

Director Weiskamp noted that Antioch is a very large exception and asked if they can join. Mr. Olson said yes and that there is a process. Director Weiskamp commended the group as well, saying they have come a long way since developers spoke to the California Native Plant society.

Director Sutter said it becomes a template.

Director Lane asked if Antioch were to join, would it have to be a unanimous vote of the JPA. Mr. Kopchik said all would have to approve it.

Director Sutter asked if CCWD was one of the HCP members. Mr. Kopchik said no as they opted out of being a permittee.

Director Radke complimented the great role which Mr. Kopchik played, as well as Brad Olson and AGM Doyle. President Sutter added that Directors Lane and Radke should also be complimented on all their work.

3. BOARD AND STAFF REPORTS

• C.3.a.
  Actions Taken by Other Jurisdictions Affecting the Park District
  (O'Brien)

GM O'Brien reviewed the written material with the Board stating that he had no further comments.

4. GENERAL MANAGER'S COMMENTS AND COMMUNICATIONS

Construction Manager Bob Thomas updated the Board with a presentation on the departments' inspection of projects done by others and did a presentation. He said that we now have about 20 active outside projects and showed the Brushy Peak Ponds, Camp Arroyo camps, Schaeffer Ranch staging areas, and the KB Homes trail paving on the Cypress Levee, sidewalk and bridge.

GM O'Brien reviewed the written material with the Board stating that he had no further comments.

President Sutter suggested that with DJ's parents consent, the Public Affairs department should acknowledge his action in the news, with Director Severin suggesting that he be brought before the Board for acknowledgement.

GM O'Brien noted that the events calendar will cover a period of 6 months. The Board felt that this was very helpful.

5. ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM THE CLOSED SESSION

President Sutter advised that there were no announcements from the Closed Session, which was held on January 9, 2007.

6. BOARD COMMITTEE REPORTS

1. Regional Parks Foundation Planning Meeting(11/9/06)(Severin)
2. Regional Parks Foundation Board Meeting(11/9/06)(Severin)
3. Contra Costa County/EBRPD Liaison (11/13/06)(Radke)
4. Natural and Cultural Resources Committee(11/29/06)(Lane)

7. BOARD COMMENTS

Director Radke announced the recent birth of his new grandchild. He also mentioned that the Environmental Labor Coalition in Contra Costa County is meeting on the 25th and the major topic will be CNWS, and the special guest will be the Concord City Manager.

Director Wieskamp met with the Friends of Coyote Hills. She stated that this group wanted to be clear that they would be supportive of the Patterson Ranch. She noted there is an open space issue on the south side in the City of Pleasanton where an additional housing project will going in and early in the project there was going to be a staging area where it connects to the trail.

Director Lane stated she is doing more walking through parts of the Iron Horse Trail and Sycamore Valley; Las Trampas has dried out, and she dropped in to see Las Trampas staff, learned that when that staff heard about marijuana was linked to our water, they were glad they got away without harming anyone; very excited about Nancy Pelosi being sworn as Speaker. She also said she was going to Clayton with Trails Development Program Manager Jim Townsend. She is continuing to talk with staff about having a mobile visitor center and hopes to secure funding for it.

Director Severin stated she has had a lot of down time (surgery, etc.) and has only attended one meeting this month. She will, however, be attending the Alameda County Mayors' conference tomorrow and the HASPA meeting on Thursday as there is a Christian group that wants to put up four 200 foot towers which may interfere with the District's radio functions at Hayward Shoreline. She reported that Mary Hayashi is a new Assemblyperson and is setting up her office in Hayward; CARPD is having their annual meeting at MLK Shoreline Center on January 17th; and The San Lorenzo Heritage Society, better known as the Barn Committee, will be meeting this week.

Director Skinner reported that she took a break over the holidays and walked Eastshore Park, Sibley, Quarry and Big Streams Trails in Tilden, Huckleberry and Pt. Isabel. She attended Mayor Dellums' inaugural and hopes he can meet his vision for Oakland. She also reported that Congresswoman Lee is having a breakfast at the Marriott and will have Congressman McNerney as her guest. She also stated that she met some people while campaigning last year who were interested in putting the Park District in their will. She contacted AGM Cameron about this and a meeting will be set-up.

Director Siden announced the birth of a grandson. He stated that he met with Mary Hayashi together with GM O'Brien and the District's Legislative Advocate Mr. Houston. He also met with Sandre Swanson on the 16th, and yesterday attended the inauguration for Mayor Dellums. He started his "staff appreciation meetings" at Crab Cove and will also meet with Crown and MLK Jr. Shoreline staff soon. Director Siden also plans to have one with Director Severin at Hayward Shoreline. He also reported that he went to the Alameda Ministers Association meeting and handed out all of the District brochures he had with him. He said that the ACSDA meeting's speakers discussed ways to protect one's identity and how a district may be protected from a grand jury indictment. He reported that here will be a reception in San Leandro honoring Sheila Young for completing eight years as mayor, and that she is the first woman to complete two terms. San Leandro is having another reception for council members completing terms. A District Public Safety Captain will be speaking at the Coliseum Area Committee to discuss the District's relationship with the City of Oakland Police department. He is also arranging a meeting with AGM Anderson on the Bay Trail on Doolittle. Director Siden will also attend the Alameda County Mayors Conf meeting tomorrow. He also attended the funeral for Carter Gilmore, the former Oakland City Council member who was the first elected African American to the city council before the establishment of districts within the city. Director Siden proposed that President Sutter adjourn today's meeting in memory of Carter Gilmore.

President Sutter spoke about the Thursday EDAB meeting and hoped the Board can attend. He also thanked Director Siden for setting up a meeting with Sandre Swanson. President Sutter reported that he attended a function for Sylvia McLaughlin's 90th birthday, which was attended by people from many local environmental groups. He stated she is doing very well and is keeping up with her six year plan. He also stated that he met with Jerry Fiddler, the interim manager for Chabot Space and Science Center, who has quite an interesting background and wants to focus Chabot on cell biology, earth sciences, etc. Mr. Fiddler was not too concerned about Chabot's deficit and feels it can be handled positively. President Sutter will be talking with Friends of Oakland Parks and Recreation regarding Measure AA and thinks the Board and PAC members should prepare lists of projects to discuss with various groups.

D. PUBLIC COMMENTS

There were no public comments.

E. ADJOURNMENT

The Board Meeting was adjourned at 5:02 p.m. by President Sutter in memory of Carter Gilmore.

Yolande Barial for Sharon Marshall, Clerk of the Board

Attachments:
Visitors Log
Resolution Nos. 2007-1-1 through 2007-1-16
Board Committee Reports

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