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From: Gilbert Wong <gilbertcupertino@gmail.com>
Sent: Wednesday, February 04, 2015 12:48 PM
To: Grace Schmidt; Carol Atwood; Gail Seeds; David Brandt; Carol Korade; Mark P. Sarjeant
Subject: Fwd: Agenda Tuesday, February 3, 2015
Hi Grace,
Please enter Mr Sergent comments and concerns in the public record for this project!
Regards,
Gilbert
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From: "Mark P. Sar eant" <msarjeant(&comcast.net>
Date: February 4, 2015 at 10:34:27 AM PST
To: <citycouncilAcupertino.org>
Subject: Agenda Tuesday, February 3, 2015
Council Members:
As a resident of the City of Cupertino, I attended the above meeting; so that I could express my opinion
regarding the Stevens Creek Corridor Master Plan. However, I had to leave at 8 P.M.; due to our
commitments. I wanted the council members to know that, as a senior citizen & taxpayer, I believe that
the City should keep Blackberry Farms Golf Course operational. I believe that Design Option B offered
the best compromise. However, I do not believe that Frisbee Golf Wor Foot Golf should be played
simultaneously with regular golf due to the unpredictability of golf shots - especially mind [NOTE: I am a
semi -active member of the Mid -Peninsula Senior Golf Club, which plays year -around at Blackberry every
Tuesday, Thursday & Friday. The majority of these members are active players on fixed incomes; who
enjoy playing 9 -holes & pay a reasonable rate (e.g., $11 per round)!]. If either of this activities are played
in conjunction with regular golf rounds; then the City should make it mandatory that the non -golf players
wear Helmets at a minimum. I believe that the City should cater to its tax paying citizens; especially senor
citizens with limited fixed incomes; & mobility issues (i.e. walking on grass vs. concrete or asphalt; etc.).
Hopefully, the City Council will keep this golf course.
In the future, I believe that the council should allow concerned persons be allow to make their opinions
known within a reasonable time period (e.g., by 9 P.M.); before any council member spends everyone's
time pontificating his or her opinions.
A Concerned Cupertino resident & senior citizen
Mark P. Sarjeant
(T) 408-863-0835
P.S. One of my fellow senior citizens advised that Mayor Sinks was still ponticificating when she left at 9
P.M.!
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Grace Schmidt
Subject: FW: Responses to Councilmember Questions from tours re: Stevens Creek Corridor
From: Liz Nunez <LizN@cupertino.org>
Date: February 2, 2015 at 12:41:29 PM PST
To: City Council <CityCouncil@cupertino.org>, David Brandt <Davidb@cupertino. org>, Aarti Shrivastava
<AartiS@cupertino.org>
Cc: Carol Atwood <CarolA@cupertino.org>, Gail Seeds <GailS@cupertino.org>, Liz Nunez
<LizN@cupertino.org>
Subject: Responses to Councilmember Questions from tours re: Stevens Creek Corridor
During our recent site tours of Stevens Creek Corridor, several questions were brought up by
Council members. Below are responses to several of the questions., Further information will be
provided as it becomes available.
*What is the square footage of Blue Pheasant building? --
(Ans.: the Blue Pheasant building is about 6,800 sf per the lease)
*What is the date that the Blue Pheasant lease sunsets?
(Ans.: June 30, 2018)
*What is the square footage of Stocklmeir house?
(Ans. very roughly 1,500 sf)
*What is the cost of a pedestrian/light vehicle bridge?
(Ans.: the new bridge at Stevens Creek Corridor Phase 2 cost roughly $200,000 for direct
construction, not including design, permitting, inspection etc.)
*What is the length of pipe in the current golf course irrigation system?
(Ans.: there are no plans available for the current system. A rough 'guesstimate' is about 2,700
LF of main line and 10,000 LF of laterals.)
*Pool pumps: what is the cost per pump; when they were last replaced; what/why are we
currently replacing?
*Pool sand filters: same questions
(Ans.: the slide pump was new in 2009-10 but was undersized. A least expensive pump was
installed last year and has now failed. It is being replaced early this year before opening with a
correct pump that is $7,000. A filtration pump for the slide pool has also been ordered, will be
installed before opening, and costs $4,000.
The other equipment is said to be considerably older and/or 'original.'
Heaters were installed last October costing $75,000.
New sand filters were necessary & will be installed prior to opening; they cost $52,000.
The rectangular pool's filtration pump was rebuilt last year & is expected to last another 1-2
years. A new one will cost $6,000.
Other investments have been made in the last year: chemical feeders, pool sweeps, pool covers,
new stainless steel fasteners for the slide, and new LED lights for both lap pool and slide pool;
most of this was required to receive a permit to operate.)
Karen B. Guerin
From: David <amilevad@gmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, February 03, 2015 9:25 AM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative C" with the
modifications proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified
Alternative C" will enhance walking and jogging experiences and educational programming by
restoring and enhancing the wildlife habitat that the thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek
Corridor area currently enjoy — without the negative environmental impacts of new paved roads or
sports fields.
Sincerely,
David J. Lima
Karen B. Guerin
From: Misti Bico <mistibico@yahoo.com>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 3:3.0 PM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers, Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with
environmental analysis of "Alternative C" with the modifications proposed by environmental groups,
as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative C" will enhance walking and jogging
experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the wildlife habitat that the
thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy — without the negative
environmental impacts of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Misti Foletta
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Karen B. Guerin
From: Pat Blevins <seaglassl03@sbcglobal.net>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 3:18 PM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers, Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed
with environmental analysis of "Alternative C" with the modifications proposed by
environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative C" will
enhance walking and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring
and enhancing the wildlife habitat that the thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek
Corridor area currently enjoy - without the negative environmental impacts of new
paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Patricia Blevins
Karen B. Guerin
From: Brian Carr <napo2@verizon.net5
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 9:26 PM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please do not "develop" the beautiful Steven's Creek Corridor. This land in a natural state is a diminishing
resource in a valley where most everything has already been developed. Please direct Cupertino city staff to
proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative C" with the modifications proposed by environmental
groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative C" will enhance walking and jogging
experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the wildlife habitat that the thousands
of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy —without the negative environmental impacts of
new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Brian Carr
408-356-0025
Karen B. Guerin
From: Janice Carr <janicecarr@pacbell.net>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 4:26 PM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of Alternative C with the
modifications proposed by environmental groups; as described in the Staff Report. This Modified Alternative C
will enhance walking and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the
wildlife habitat that the thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy without the
negative environmental impacts of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Janice Carr
Karen B. Guerin
From: Bethany Celio <gocelio@gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 6:49 PM
To: City Council
Subject: Please Approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative U with the modifications
proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative C' will enhance walking
and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the wildlife habitat that the
thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy — without the negative environmental impacts
of new paved roads or sports fields.
Thank you,
Bethany Leanne Celio
Resident of Cupertino
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Karen B. Guerin
From: Rich Celio <rccelio@yahoo.com>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 11:07 PM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative C' with the modifications
proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative C" will enhance walking
and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the wildlife habitat that the
thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy — without the negative environmental impacts
of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Richard Celio
1047 Colony Hills Lane,
Cupertino, CA
Sent from my Wad
Karen B. Guerin
From: joe cernac <joecernac@sbcglobal.net>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 8:56 PM
To: City Council
Subject: Stevens Creek Corridor Master Plan
Re: Stevens Creek Corridor Master Plan
Sirs, I urge you to approve Alternative C with the environmental groups' modifications ("Modified Alternative C").
Sincerely,
Joe Cernac
Past Treasurer
Guadalupe Regional Group
of the Sierra Club.
Karen B. Guerin
From: Marge Chereton <mchereto@yahoo.com>
Sent: Sunday, February 01, 2015 2:01 PM
To: City Council; City Clerk
Subject: Blackberry Farm Golf Course
City council: you are going to destroy a beautiful golf course. you
have made some very poor choices- you have destroyed holes 8 &
9 with the large poles that are a danger to both golfers and the path
users -- why not put the poles on the path side for every persons
safety -- now after your short sighted mistakes you are so willing to
compound your errors!!! If I were still a Cupertino resident I would
ask the community to get you all to resign. The golf course should
be returned to it's original size and shape. Remove the poles on
holes 8 & 9 and watch the golfers return in abundance. DO NOT
DESTROY A BELOVED LEGACY!!! yours truly m. chereton
Karen B. Guerin
From: Lucas Clay <finksterepicness@ginail.com>
Sent: Sunday, February 01, 2015 1:24 PM
To: City Council
Subject: Blackberry Farm Golf Course
To Cupertino City Council:
Hello. My name is Lucas, and I am a 14 year-old who has been taking lessons with Jeff Piserchio at the
Blackberry Farms Golf Course for the past 3 years. I have thoroughly enjoyed golfing with Jeff every Saturday,
and my skills have come a long way. It is great to have a Public Course that does not require an expensive
membership to play ori. I am disappointed to hear that the City Council is considering getting rid of this great
golf.course. I see many a wide variety of people out enjoying themselves every Saturday, and I think a Public
Golf Course is a very valuable thing for a city to have. We are not residents of the area, yet every week we have
lunch somewhere in Cupertino after golf lessons. The course has created an interest in the Cupertino area
among our family, and probably many others. I am urging the Cupertino City Council to vote to keep this gem
of a golf course.
Sincerely,
Lucas Fink
Karen B. Guerin
From: Bobbi Coleman <2bobbicoleman@gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 7:14 PM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative U with the modifications
proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative C' will enhance walking
and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the wildlife habitat that the
thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy — without the negative environmental impacts
of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Bobbi Coleman
Karen B. Guerin
From: Swim5am (Connie Cunningham) <swim5am@comcast.net>
Sent: Saturday, January 31, 2015 5:13 PM
To: City Council
Subject: Stevens Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Council Members,
My name is Connie Cunningham, a 30 - year resident of Cupertino. I care very much about the city and its environment. I am, also, a
bird enthusiast. Birds are intriguing creatures and they face dramatic loss of habitat on all fronts. I am a member of the local Santa
Clara Valley Audubon Society and am impressed with their work on many issues in the valley. About the Stevens Creek Corridor, I am
writing to support the request that you direct staff to move forward to an Environmental Impact Analysis with a Modified Alternative C
(as explained on page 2-3 of the Staff Report) as the preferred alternative. Please ask them to remove element such as spine roads
and playing fields that environmental groups oppose in their Evaluation of Design Elements from any alternatives that move forward to
environmental review.
Over the years we have enjoyed activities and educational programs at Blackberry Farms, McClellan Ranch and the Audubon
Society. This is a beautiful natural park. Today, with much exciting growth in our city, it could be easy to lose sight of this area as a
special habitat for birds, plants and other wildlife. Recently, we have enjoyed the new bike/pedestrian path between McClellan Road
and Steven's Creek Boulevard. We have introduced friends to it and they are pleased that Cupertino created this path through such an
unusual setting in a city.
Please consider ways in which nature and open space in the park can be expanded and enhanced to provide more opportunities for
walking, jogging, birding, wildlife viewing, and education.
I appreciate the time and effort that Cupertino Staff and Parks and Recreation Commissioners spent in study and deliberations, and
thank you for spending time reading my letter!
Sincerely,
Connie Cunningham
1119 Milky Way
Cupertino, CA
February 2013, Cupertino near Milky Way
Karen B. Guerin
From: Paul Davis <plmdavis@pacbell.net>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 7:36 PM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative U with the modifications
proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative U will enhance walking
and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the wildlife habitat that the
thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy — without the negative environmental impacts
of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Paul Davis
Karen B. Guerin
From: Janet Elder <jelder@stanford.edu5.
Sent: Tuesday, February 03, 2015 11:39 AM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative C" with the modifications
proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative C' will enhance walking
and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the wildlife habitat that the
thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy — without the negative environmental impacts
of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Janet Elder
1
Karen B. Guerin
From: Carolyn Evans <cmhevans7@aol.com>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 10:32 PM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Council members, Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of
"Alternative C" with the modifications proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified
Alternative C" will enhance walking and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing
the wildlife habitat that the thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy — without the negative
environmental impacts of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Carolyn Evans
c771hevans7@001.com
Karen B. Guerin
From:
Ping Gao <gaoping@gmail.corn>
Sent:
Tuesday, February 03, 2015 3:49 PM
To:
City Council
Cc:
Zhibiao Zhao
Subject:
Civic Center Master Plan
Dear City Council Members,
I'm Ping, a Cuperitno resident for almost 8 years. I know that tonight's city council meeting will discuss the
Stevens Creek Corridor Master Plan and Civic Center Master Plan. I'm afraid that I will not be able to attend it.
But it doesn't mean that I didn't hear you, or I agreed on these plans, or I am not concerned about these plans.
The fact is: my husband is extremely busy these days, and I have to take care of my two young kids. I also have
a full time demanding job and I have to work from home tonight.
I'm writring this email to let you know that I am against these two plans. If the city has to do something to
spend the tax dollars, could you please consider the following higher priority things like 1) expanding the story
room and parking space for the library. 2) Turn some open space into park for recreation in the east side of
Cupertino.
Spending more than $50 million on a new Civic Center sounds crazy to me. As a tax payer, I don't want my tax
dollars to be spent like this. The current Civic Center can be reinforced to combat posible earthquake, instead of
demolishing and building a new one. My current company's building, with 5 floors, was also reinforced to
combat earthquake. It's absolutely doable. j
I don't know if you have ever heard an old Chinese saying that Officer
who did not work for the people, better go home selling sweet potatoes. That's my exact feeling right now.
I would like my voice to be heard by City Council.
Thank you very much.
Ping
Karen B. Guerin
From: Jennifer Fink <jfink@lgusd.kl2.ca.us>
Sent: Sunday, February 01, 2015 10:28 AM
To: City Council
Subject: Blackberry Farm Golf Course
To: The Cupertino City Council
I am writing to share with you how much my family loves the Blackberry Farm Golf Course. My children have
been taking private lessons with Jeff Piserchio for 4 years. We feel so very lucky to have a public golf course
where we can afford to help our children learn a wonderful lifestyle sport. Every week I am impressed by the
range of golfers teeing off at Blackberry Farms -college students, fathers and sons, senior women -all enjoying
an affordable, beautiful golf course. We own a home nearby in Los Gatos, but find ourselves having lunch in
Cupertino after golf weekly -frequenting establishments along the Stevens Creek corridor -stores and
restaurants alike.
We are very hopeful you will vote to maintain the Blackberry Farm Golf Course -as it is a wonderful draw to
the Cupertino area. It is one of few family oriented courses in the south bay that gives young and old people
both a chance to get outside and exercise, and learn a sport that would be financially out of reach in a private
country club setting.
I was planning on taking lessons there myself this summer -so my whole family could set out on the course
together. How many other sports out there allow a family to share quality time together?
We urge you to keep Blackberry Farm Golf Course!
Thank you,
Jennie Fink
Jennie Fink
Van Meter Elementary School
Kindergarten - Room 4
408.335.2265
jfinkPlgusd.k12.ca.us
Karen B. Guerin
From: Chloe Fink <chloefinkl@gmail.com>
Sent: Sunday, February 01, 2015 1:03 FM
To: City Council
Subject: Blackberry Farm Golf Course
Hi,
I love blackberry farm golf course. I am nine years old and I take golf lessons there with my brother every
Saturday. I look forward to it every Saturday. Please don't take it away.
From,
Chloe Fink
3rd grader
Van Meter Elementary School
Karen B. Guerin
From: Peter Fox <peter@peterfoxphotography.com>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 5:17 PM
To: City Council
Subject: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative C' with the modifications
proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative U will enhance walking
and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the wildlife habitat that the
thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy — without the negative environmental impacts
of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Peter Fox
Karen B. Guerin
From: Ted Fishman <ted10000@yahoo.com>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 4:08 PM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear.Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers, Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with
environmental analysis of "Alternative C" with the modifications proposed by environmental groups, as
described in the Staff Report: This "Modified Alternative C' will enhancelwalking. and jogging experiences
and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the wildlife habitat that the thousands of
visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy - without the negative environmental impacts
of new paved roads or sports fields. Sincerely, Ted Fishman
Karen B. Guerin
From: Audrey Freeman <awfree@comcast.net>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 7:30 PM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative U with the
modifications proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative
C' will enhance walking and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the
wildlife habitat that the thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy —without the
negative environmental impacts of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Audrey Freeman
Karen B. Guerin
From:
Rhoda Fry <fryhouse@earthlink.net>
Sent:
Tuesday, February 03, 2015 2:13 PM
To:
City Council
Cc:
City Clerk
Subject:
Comments related to'Blackberry Farm
Dear City Council,
Having scanned the plans, I don't see anything about restoring the naturalized bird habitat that we had at the golf
course. Its loss was an unexpected side effect of the Phase I project. The Dept. of Fish and Game had an interest in this
site. We used to have so many birds and now they're gone. I hope that you will find a way to restore lost habitat for
birds. Incidentally, after Phase I construction we also noted that the bats had vanished - please do what you can to save
the very few bats that are remaining.
I would also urge you not to further develop the area at the bottom of the San Fernando Driveway. We have already
endured a huge change of use from a residence to a City Office with a brand new 'adjacent maintenance building. In
addition, we have endured a significant change of use of the entire area during Phase I.
The City of Cupertino acquired the Blackberry Farm Area as OPEN SPACE. This is how it was promoted to the residents
on the ballot. We were urged to SAVE THE OAKS in favor of "development." So please let's not develop what the
taxpayers have been paying for with the UUT.
Thank You Very Much,
Rhoda Fry
I
Karen B. Guerin
From: Brian Haberly <brianhaberly@gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 3:18 PM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
I am writing to ask that you please direct the Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of
"Alternative C" with the modifications proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report.
This "Modified Alternative C" will enhance walking and jogging experiences and educational programming by
restoring and enhancing the wildlife habitat that the thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area
currently enjoy — without the negative environmental impacts of new paved roads or sports fields.
Please avoid paving new roads. This area needs to be kept biking and walking friendly, and support wildlife.
Pavement is forever, our natural spaces are disappearing much too fast.
Sincerely,
Brian Haberly
Karen B. Guerin
From: Roy Hampton <rhy10@owldynamics.com>
Sent: Tuesday, February 03, 2015 3:23 PM
To: Rod Sinks; Barry Chang; Gilbert Wong; Savita Vaidhyanathan; Darcy Paul
Cc: City Council; Carol Atwood
Subject: Stevens Creek Corridor Update
Dear Mayor Sinks, City Council Members, Director and Commissioners of the Parks & Recreation Department
Our names are Roy and Yvonne Hampton, and we are writing to request that you,direct staff to move forward to an
Environmental Impact Analysis with a Modified Alternative C (as explained on page 2-3 of the Staff
Report) as the preferred alternative. Please ask them to remove elements such as spine roads and playing fields that
environmental groups oppose in their Evaluation of Design Elements from any alternatives that move forward to
environmental review.
In the last few months we have appeared before the Council, met with the Parks and Recreation Director and
Commissioners and staff, and discussed the need to view the Stevens Creek Corridor as a unique valuable natural area
that should not be damaged by proposed changes in plan A nor B nor C (as originally proposed). We have walked,
studied, listened, and watched wildlife in the Corridor, and wish other residents to be able to enjoy the same
experiences in the future.
This is a one-way opportunity; if the drastic changes that have been proposed go forward, there is no way to recover this
resource.
Please direct city staff and contractors to consider ways in which nature and open' space in the park can be expanded
and enhanced to provide more opportunities for walking, jogging, birding, wildlife' viewing, and education.
In this view, we are in complete accord with the views expressed by the Santa Clara Audubon. We have studied their
proposals for a modified plan C, that gets close to their proposed plan "D" and fully support their proposals.
I
We appreciate the time and effort that Cupertino Staff and Parks and Recreation Commissioners spent in study and
deliberations, and thank you for reading this email.
Sincerely
Roy and Yvonne Hampton
21821 Oakview Lane, Cupertino, CA 95014
[Our home is across Stevens Creek from Blackberry Farm, in the Mann Dr.
area. We are in walking distance to the Corrisor.] rhy10@owldynamics.com
Karen B. Guerin
From: Scott Hughes <scottahughes@comcast.net>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 8:25 PM
To: Rod Sinks; Barry Chang; Gilbert Wong; Savita Vaidhyanathan; Darcy Paul
Subject: SCC Master Plan
Hello Council Members,
I am writing to voice my support for Alternative D for the Stevens Creek Boulevard to McClellan Road Creek
Corridor Master Plan .
I believe this alternative is most aligned with the unique needs of this area and the desire of the majority of residents.
Our family has spent a significant amount of time in the McLellan ranch area in the past 18 years; including classes and
hikes in the area.
We have made good friends in our time there and we have known the staff Naturalist Barbara for many years.
Our 21 year old son developed his love of nature under her guidance by learning and helping out but mostly by just
spending time out in nature with others of similar interests.
There is nothing else close to it in Cupertino and we believe that others are deserving of this rewarding experience.
The Santa Clara Valley Audubon Society has a long history of supporting what is best for the entire county.
The residents have overwhelmingly voiced their support of minimal development which supports the existing, natural,
open spaces; i.e., Alternative D.
We hope that you will seriously consider Alternative D.
Regards,
Scott
http://www.scvas.org/pdf/AlternativeD.pdf
Karen B. Guerin
From: shani kleinhaus <shani@scvas.org>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 3:07 PM
To: City Council
cc: Irene Steves; Gail Seeds; Carol Atwood; Terry Trumbull; Joanne McFarlin; Gary Latshaw;
Mike Ferreira; Idrruff psychology, Sara Witt; Judy Wilson; Bob Hirt; Geoff Paulsen;
neeshatambe@gmail.com; dfung.cprc@gmail.com
Subject: Stevens Creek Corridor - February 3 Agenda
Attachments: SCC group letter_2-2-15.pdf
Dear Mayor Sinks and Cupertino City Council,
Please see attached a letter from Environmental Groups pertaining to the Stevens Creek Corridor, a study
session on your February 3rd 2015 agenda. We enjoyed working with you, with commissioners, with staff, and
with the Cupertino community on this project!
Thank you,
Irene Steves and Shani Kleinhaus
Santa Clara Valley Audubon Society
22221 McClellan Rd. Cupertino 95014
Tel. (650) 868 2114
shani(cD-scvas.org
February 2, 2015
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Dear Mayor Sinks and Cupertino City Council,
Re: Study Session on Creek Corridor Master Plan - Feb. 3rd Agenda
Santa Clara Valley Audubon Society (SCVAS), Acterra, Sierra Club Loma Prieta Chapter, Committee for
Green Foothills, and the California Native Plant Society, Santa Clara Valley Chapter (Conservation
Groups) have followed the Master Plan for the Stevens Creek Corridor, advocating for nature and for
the protection of biological and open space resources along Stevens Creek.
In meeting with Parks and Recreation Commissioners and with City Staff, we found common ground
through an element -by -element analysis of the proposed design options. Our discussions allowed us
to come to an understanding of how Cupertino may achieve project goals without compromising the
unique natural qualities of the park.
We encourage you to look to the recommendations of Parks and Recreation Commissioners
(Attachment J to the Staff Report) for guidance in your deliberations and move forward to an
Environmental Impact Analysis with a Modified Alternative C (as explained on page 2-3 of the Staff
Report) as the preferred alternative. In addition, we ask that you consider our Evaluation of Design
Elements (see attached) and remove elements that we opposed from environmental review.
Therefore, we respectfully request that you drop the Stevens Creek Corridor Master Plan Alternatives
A and B from consideration and choose a Modified Alternative C as the preferred alternative to move
forward with an Environmental Impact Analysis. By choosing design elements that further enhance
the tranquil atmosphere, vibrant ecosystem, and educational opportunities in the park, we may
preserve these experiences for future generations in Cupertino.
We thank you for studying the issue and listening to us and to the community. We thank Parks and
Recreation Commissioners and Staff for spending time with us and listening to our concerns. We
enjoyed engaging with the Cupertino community, and hope to see Cupertino residents and nature
continue to thrive together.
Sincerely,
Shani Kleinhaus, Environmental Advocate
Santa Clara Valley Audubon Society
Gary Latshaw
Sierra Club, Loma Prieta Chapter
Joanne McFarlin, Senior Ecologist
Acterra
Alice Kaufman, Legislative Advocate
Committee for Green Foothills
Linda Ruthruff, Conservation Chair
California Native Plant Society
February 2, 2015
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RIPARIAN PENINSULA & CENTRAL CREEK CORRIDOR
The peninsula provides a unique resource for nesting birds and a refuge for wildlife, and should be left as is.
MCCLELLAN RANCH PRESERVE, including MCCLELLAN RANCH WEST
We strongly believe that the McClellan Ranch section of Stevens Creek should be restored and enhanced,
as was planned in Phase III of the Stevens Creek Corridor Project. McClellan Ranch West should be restored
and integrated into the mission of McClellan Ranch Preserve: "To maintain and protect the ecology of the
area, conserve the natural features and scenic values, expand community awareness and understanding of
natural history and the environment, and provide enjoyment of -the resources present consistent with their
preservation."
Karen B. Guerin
From: kschoolq@gmail.com
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 3:27 PM
To: City Council
Subject: Protect Nature: Approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative U with the modifications
proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative C' will enhance walking
and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the wildlife habitat that the
thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy — without the negative environmental impacts
of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Karina Quintero
Karen B. Guerin
From: Law, Mark A (Mark) <mark.law@alcatel-lucent.com>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 10:16 AM
To: City Council
Subject: Stevens Creek Corridor needs modified alternative C
Dear Mayor Sinks, City Council Members,
My name is Mark Law and I am writing to request that you direct staff to move forward to an Environmental Impact Analysis with a
Modified Alternative C (as explained on page 2-3 of the Staff Report) as the preferred alternative. Please ask them to remove element
such as spine roads and playing fields that environmental groups oppose in their Evaluation of Design Elements from any alternatives
that move forward to environmental review.
Please consider ways in which nature and open space in the park can be expanded and enhanced to provide more opportunities for
walking, jogging, birding; wildlife viewing, and education.
I appreciate the time and effort that Cupertino Staff and Parks and Recreation Commissioners spent in study and deliberations, and
thank you for spending time reading my letter!
Sincerely,
Mark Law
22157 Clearcreek Ct
Cupertino, CA 95014
Karen B. Guerin
From: Peter LaTourrette <petelatl@stanford.edu>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 5:42 PM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of Alternative C with the modifications
proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This Modified Alternative C will enhance walking
and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the wildlife habitat that the
thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy without the negative environmental impacts of
new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Peter and Sue LaTourrette
1019 Loma Prieta Ct.
Los Altos, CA 94024
(650) 961-2741
Karen B. Guerin
From: tsammylee@yahoo.com
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 4:04 PM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative C" with the
modifications proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative
C" will enhance walking and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the
wildlife habitat that the thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy — without. the
negative environmental impacts of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Keith A Romero
Karen B. Guerin
From: Bill Leikam <wcleikam@gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 5:18 PM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative C" with the
modifications proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative
C" will enhance walking and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the
wildlife habitat that the thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy — without the
negative environmental impacts of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Bill Leikam, aka The Fox Guy
Partner: The Urban Wildlife Research Project
Director: Guadalupe - Coyote Resource Conservation District
Director: Independent Urban Gray Fox Research Project
Volunteer: Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge
Educational: Public Lectures & Guided Walk/Talk Tours
Website: www.uwrp.wordpress.com/documentary
Endangered Species Statement - March 14, 2013 - Bill Leikam, the Fox Guy
Do we need to wait until an animal is on the threatened or on the endangered species list before we decide to take action to save the
species? I don't think so. I think we need to treat all wildlife as though it is threatened, as though it is headed for extinction, before their
habitats are destroyed by our encroachment on their homes, before their corridors are cut to shreds by our so-called development, anc
before we have to sadly look back and ask, "Why didn't we do something before all this happened?"
We cannot call ourselves civilized until we freely give all living things on planet Earth their rightful place beside us. March 2014, William
C. Leikam
Karen B. Guerin
From: Judy Mallory <info@paul judy.com>
Sent: Tuesday, February 03, 2015 11:38 AM
To: City Council
Subject: proposed new street
My husband &-I play golf at Blackberry golf course almost daily.
We are both senior citizens.
We do not feel it is a necessity to put a road from Stevens Creek to Blackberry Farm and
this will
be detrimental to the golf course.
We feel that the funds could be better spent improving the golf course.
Sincerely,
Judy & Paul Mallory
Karen B. Guerin
From: Alissa Mamon <alissamamon@yahoo.com>
Sent: Tuesday, February 03, 2015 8:25 AM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative C" with the modifications
proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative C" will enhance walking
and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the wildlife habitat that the
thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy — without the negative environmental impacts
of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Alissa
Karen B. Guerin
From: Josie Matsushita <josiemats@comcast.net>
Sent: Saturday, January 31, 2015 1:30 PM
To: City Council
Subject: Input on Stevens Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks, City Council Members,
I am writing to request that you direct staff to move forward to an Environmental Impact Analysis with a
Modified Alternative C (as explained on page 2-3 of the Staff Report) as the preferred alternative. Please ask
them to remove elements such as spine roads and playing fields from any alternatives that move forward to
environmental review.
As I live quite close to Blackberry Farm and McClellan Ranch Preserve, I spend quite a lot of time there, and I
love it. I think you've done a great job so far of updating the two areas and striking a balance between public
usage and leaving things natural. Don't spoil the good work you've done!
Please.consider ways in which nature and open space in the park can be expanded and enhanced to provide
more opportunities for walking, jogging, birding, wildlife viewing, and education.
I appreciate the time and effort that Cupertino Staff and Parks and Recreation Commissioners spent in study and
deliberations, and thank you for spending time reading my letter.
Sincerely,
Josie Matsushita
Karen B. Guerin
From: Denise Mayosky <dmayosky835@gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 3:46 PM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative C" with the
modifications proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative
C" will enhance walking and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the
wildlife habitat that the thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy — without the
negative environmental impacts of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Denise Mayosky
Karen B. Guerin
From: Thomas Merrick <thomas_merrick@yahoo.com>
Sent: Tuesday, February 03, 2015 1:23 PM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers, Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of
"Alternative C" with the modifications proposed by -environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified
Alternative C" will enhance walking and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing
the wildlife habitat that the thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy — without the negative
environmental impacts of new paved roads or sports fields. Sincerely, [Your Name]
Karen B. Guerin
From: John Metcalfe <jmetcalfe@tikamail.com>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 5:56 PM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative U with the
modifications proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative
U will enhance walking and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the
wildlife habitat that the thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy — without the
negative environmental impacts of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
John Metcalfe
Karen B. Guerin
From: maryanne murphy <themislaw@me.com>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 5:03 PM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative C" with the modifications
proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative C" will enhance.walking
and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the wildlife habitat that the .
thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy — without the negative environmental impacts
of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Maryanne Murphy Esq
Los Gatos Ca
Sent from my Wad
Karen B. Guerin
From: zmiller <zmiller.home@gmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, February 03, 2015 2:32 PM
To: City Council
Subject: McClellan Ranch Development
Dear City Council Members,
I urge you to pass a plan that does not include further developing McClellan Ranch Nature Preserve.
This is a unique and valuable place for Cupertino. It provides habitat for wildlife and a place for people to
experience wilderness in the heart of Silicon Valley. I've seen there flocks of bluebirds, egrets, hawks, snakes,
deer, and coyote. I've seen beautiful sunrises and sunsets, and watched the ancient sycamore trees drop their
leaves in the fall. I've listened to the Stevens Creek rush after a storm, carrying water from deep in the Santa
Cruz Mountains all the way to the San Francisco Bay. This is a magical place, and one which we should
conserve and restore.
Yet humans do belong in this place. We belong as members of a community, and as respectful restorers of
natural diversity and ecological health.
Thank you,
Zach Miller
Karen B. Guerin
From: Woolworth Moriah <Woolworth_Moriah@cusdk8.org>
Sent: Tuesday, February 03, 2015 9:17 AM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve. Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative C' with the modifications
proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative C' will enhance walking
and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the wildlife habitat that the
thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy — without the negative environmental impacts
of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Moriah L. Woolworth
Karen B. Guerin
From: Woolworth Moriah <Woolworth_Moriah@cusdk8.org>
Sent: Tuesday, February 03, 2015 9:18 AM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative C" with the modifications
proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative U will enhance walking
and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the wildlife habitat that the
thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy — without the negative environmental impacts
of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Moriah L. Woolworth
Karen B. Guerin
From:
Jean .M Myers <birdermom@mac.com>
Sent:
Monday, February 02, 2015 3:21 PM
To:
City Council
Cc:
Jean Myers
Subject:
protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative C' with the modifications
proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative C' will enhance walking
and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the wildlife habitat that the
thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy — without the negative environmental impacts
of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Jean Myers
4265 Redwood Retreat Road
Gilroy, CA 95020
Karen B. Guerin
From: Hitesh Patel <hitesh_98@yahoo.com>
Sent: Saturday, January 31, 2015 10:37 AM
To: City Council
Subject: Blackberry Farm Golf Course
Hi,
I heard the city is considering alternative plans for Blackberry Farm Golf course.
I learnt how to play golf at Blackberry farm golf course. and my kids are currently learning to play golf at Blackberry Farm Golf
Course. The staff at the golf course is excellent and one of the key reasons I bring my kids over to play practically every weekend.
I would like to see the City of Cupertino renovate the golf course rather than re -developing this land into something else.
Regards,
Hitesh
Karen B. Guerin
From: James Petkiewicz <peckos@me.com>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 3:15 PM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed'with environmental analysis of "Alternative C' with the modifications
proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative C' will enhance walking
and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the wildlife habitat that the
thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy — without the negative environmental impacts
of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Jim Petkiewicz
916 Wren Drive
San Jose, CA 95125-2952
Karen B. Guerin
From: Carol Preo <carolpreo@gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 11:13 PM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
DDear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative C" with the modifications
proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative C" will enhance walking
and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the wildlife habitat that the
thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy — without the negative environmental impacts
of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Carol Preo
Sent from my Whone
Karen B. Guerin
From: Barbara Rogers <barbsbucket@comcast.net>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 6:41 PM
To: Darcy Paul; Rod Sinks; Barry Chang; Gilbert Wong; Savita Vaidhyanathan
Subject: City Issues
Honorable Mayor Sinks, Vice Mayor Chang, and Councilmembers Paul, Vaidhyanathan, and Wong
First of all, and most importantly, Congratulations to all of you on your elections to Council and its offices.
I look forward to a more harmonious year where the City and its constituents are even better served.
I'lm still not up to attending tomorrow evening's meeting, though I finally am beginning to recover from whatever was
going around.
In fact, the last few months have been challenging.
So I'm taking this opportunity to share with you on a couple of subjects, in no particular order --
1) The extension/improvement of the park running from McClellan to Stevens Creek, where a lot of good improvements
have been made.
However, re the Blue Pheasant and associated golf course, these were badly impacted financially last year (2013 and 14)
from all the work at the entrance off Stevens Creek.
It's not proper to compare and judge one facility against others when the loss of revenue is the result of another
jurisdiction (the City) doing work that impacts patronage for many months.
And particularly when the judging institution is the one responsible for the loss of revenue.
The Blue Pheasant provides a service to the community not otherwise available.
Though owned by the City, I can testify, personally, that its maintenance always was very low on the City's list of upkeep
of City buildings.
I can't help but believe that this has been deliberate, as the City never has liked the Blue Pheasant.
It is not in the City's purview properly to decide what local businesses it likes and does not like, and then to work to get
rid of them in whatever ways available to them.
The golf course provides an easy course for seniors, beginners, and others wishing to play other than on a "regular"
course, of which there are several.
It's especially nice that seniors can enjoy that golf course_in the company of those of other ages --not be isolated into
"their own" course.
The staff properly has its own agenda.
The Council's obligation is to review staff's recommendations --and question them, as appropriate.
And to listen also to the constituents whom you were elected to represent.
Even when they disagree with staff.
In fact, it's more important to listen to the people.
I hope you listen to your constituents and keep both facilities, though upgrading as necessary --including better on-going
maintenance.
2) Senior Housing.
I tried to get relevant advisory commissions as well as staff and Council interested in at least making a statement that
new senior housing is welcome in Cupertino.
Karen B. Guerin
From: Todd Sauke <todd.sauke@sjsu.edu>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 8:37 PM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative U with the modifications
proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative U will enhance walking
and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the wildlife habitat that the
thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy — without the negative environmental impacts
of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Todd Sauke
Karen B. Guerin
From: Carolyn Straub <carolyn.rosyfinch.straub@gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 4:11 PM
To: City Council
Subject: Comment for Feb. 3 vote on Stevens Creek Corridor Master Plan
Dear City Councilmembers,
Please choose "Modified Alternative C' for the Stevens Creek Corridor Master Plan.
We are members of the Committee for Green Foothills, Santa Clara Valley Audubon Society - and uphold environmental
interests. We receive their "alerts" for email comment from the membership.
What is it that you and others see in building- again - new swimming pools, sports fields, paved roads and other new
development?
With all due respect, these are over reaching and foolish ideas - more, more, more.
Please quit.
Less is more.
We don't want cities when we can have country. We don't want industry where we could have peace, and we don't
want what you are proposing, and, although they may not yet know it - neither do our kids.
Tomorrow, the city of Cupertino is proposing a Master Plan for the Stevens Creek Corridor, including McClellan Ranch
Nature Preserve, Blackberry Farm, and Stocklmeier Ranch. This Master Plan could include proposals for a new swimming
pool complex, sports fields, paved roads, and other new development
Cupertino City Councilmembers will vote to decide which of three proposed alternatives to pursue with regard to the
Stevens Creek Corridor Master Plan.
Less is more.
We'd like to have patience but we are out of it - fracking destroying crops in the,Central Valley, cats crawling through our
yards from delinquent owners, the burgeon industrial empire .
Thank you for your interest.
Carolyn Straub
Steve McHenry
439 Chateau La Salle Dr.
San Jose, CA
9511
Karen B. Guerin
From: Yvette Weislak <yweislak@verizon.net>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 4:34 PM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative U with the modifications
proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative U will enhance walking
and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the wildlife habitat that the
thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy — without the negative environmental impacts
of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Yvette Doublet-Weislak
Karen B. Guerin
From:
Carol Atwood
Sent:
Sunday, February 01, 2015 9:28 PM
To:
City Council
Cc:
Grace Schmidt; Gail Seeds; David Brandt
Subject:
Correspondence from AYSO a re: foot golf
FYI - Raymond ( AYSO and Audit Committee) asked me to forward to you as he cannot be at the Tuesday night meeting..
>> On Jan 19, 2015, at 10:31 PM, Raymond Yin <yincpa@gmail.com> wrote:
>> Hi Carol,
>> I was googling to get more information and found another video that gives pretty good context to the sport.
>> http://www.theguardian.com/football/video/2014/sep/19/footgolf-soccer-golf-tournament-video
>> Honestly this is the first time I have heard of the sports. (Most of the players depicted in videos are adult males,
except for the President of the American Footgolf League who is a woman, and they all looked serious), Nonetheless, I
can imagine all of my U10 girl soccer players having a blast, and I think I would enjoy playing.too and I am not a golfer.
We can start a youth league, via an extension of AYSO!
>> If you look at the demographic of Cupertino, you might make the conclusion that the majority of our citizens aren't
stereotypical golfers. I think adding foot golf is a great way to diversify city culture, and bring more people to the golf
course who are not your usual patrons. Golf in itself can be pretty intimidating for non -golfers, but foot golf brings it
down to a much more tame level. There would also be more revenue -generating opportunities for the golf course to
cater to Corporate or group events/parties. Now if you add a nicer restaurant or a gathering space at the golf course,
you can make it a happening place. I can kind of picture like the Campo Di Bocce Restaurant in Los Gatos (bocce ball)
but a much larger scale with a beautiful outdoor setting.
>> I am pretty sure it would be embraced by our community (except for the diehard golfers who might want to keep the
golf course the way it is). Our community likes to be in the forefront.
>> Raymond
>>> On Jan 19, 2015, at 8:44 PM, Carol Atwood <CarolA@cupertino.org> wrote:
>>> Hi Aeron and Raymond -
>>> One of the options with the Corridor Master Plan is to redo the golf course to accommodate both golf and foot golf,
It reminds me of soccer but I would really appreciate you reviewing this u -tube and sharing your thoughts.
>>> Let me know what you think and if you think something like this would be embraced by the community. I really
appreciate your opinion!
>>> Hope you are both well and thanks for helping me.
>>> Carol
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Donna Austin
22283 N. De Anza Circle
Cupertino, CA 95014
Summary of my recommendations for the Stevens Creek Corridor
1. 1 encourage City Council to move forward with an Environmental
Impact Analysis with a Modified Alternative C (as explained on
page 2-3 of the ) as the preferred alternative) and
endorsed by Audubon. I support completing creek restoration at
McClellan
2. 1 support historical signage along the Stevens Creek Corridor
3. Restore the barn and blacksmith shop at McClellan
4. Cultivate and enhance the orange grove at Stocklmeir as part of
the legacy farm concept.
5. 1 support the restoration/renovation of the Stocklmeir house and
legacy farm
6. 1 urge you to upgrade the golf course and its water system and
brought up to date in an environmentally sensitive way.
7. Use the Blesch Property for much needed parking and a bridge to
Stocklmeir and the Blue Pheasant.
CC �I3I it
Support for Modified Plan C
McClellan Ranch
Keep as an environmental educational preserve
Low intensity human use
Blackberry Golf Course
Adopt Conceptual Plan A
Keep the course the current size
Install a new irrigation system
Renovate the pond areas to be favorable for birds and animals
Encourage all age groups & skill levels to learn & play golf here
Do not expect golf course to make a profit
Stocklemeir House and Orange Grove
Develop as a Cupertino History Center
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Grace Schmidt
Subject: FW: Responses to Councilmember Questions from tours re: Stevens Creek Corridor
From: Liz Nunez <LizN@cupertino.org>
Date: February 2, 2015 at 12:41:29 PM PST
To: City Council <CityCouncil@cupertino.orR>, David Brandt <Davidb@cupertino.org>, Aarti Shrivastava
<AartiS@cupertino.or >
Cc: Carol Atwood <CarolA@cupertino.org>, Gail Seeds <GailS@cupertino.or>, Liz Nunez
<LizN@cupertino.org>
Subject: Responses to Councilmember Questions from tours re: Stevens Creek Corridor
During our recent site tours of Stevens Creek Corridor, several questions were brought up by
Council members. Below are responses to several of the questions. Further information will be
provided as it becomes available.
*What is the square footage of Blue Pheasant building?
(Ans.: the Blue Pheasant building is about 5,800 sf per the lease)
*What is the date that the Blue Pheasant lease sunsets?
(Ans.: June 30, 2018)
*What is the square footage of Stocklmeir house?
(Ans.: very roughly 1,500 sf)
*What is the cost of a pedestrian/light vehicle bridge?
(Ans.: the new bridge at Stevens Creek Corridor Phase 2 cost roughly $200,000 for direct
construction, not including design, permitting, inspection etc.)
*What is the length of pipe in the current golf course irrigation system?
(Ans.: there are no plans available for the current system. A rough 'guesstimate' is about 2,700
LF of main line and 10,000 LF of laterals.)
*Pool pumps: what is the cost per pump; when they were last replaced; what/why are we
currently replacing?
*Pool sand filters: same questions
(Ans.: the slide pump was new in 2009-10 but was undersized. A least expensive pump was
installed last year and has now failed. It is being replaced early this year before opening with a
correct pump that is $7,000. A filtration pump for the slide pool has also been ordered, will be
installed before opening, and costs $4,000.
The other equipment is said to be considerably older and/or'original.'
Heaters were installed last October costing $75,000.
New sand filters were necessary & will be installed prior to opening, they cost $62,000.
The rectangular pool's filtration pump was rebuilt last year & is expected to last another 1-2
years. A new one will cost $6,000.
Other investments have been made in the last year: chemical feeders, pool sweeps, pool covers,
new stainless steel fasteners for the slide, and new LED lights for both lap pool and slide pool,
most of this was required to receive a permit to operate.)
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*To change the pool(s) to add lap swimming: can they fit approximately where they are?
(Ans: Pending Council guidance to pursue this a concept design has not been formalized. Staff
expects that a lap pool & multipurpose pool can be configured within the complex and
potentially at the approximate current locations. A 75 foot long lap pool is recommended. The
current rectangular pool is 75 ft x 40 ft, however is too shallow & would need to be deepened on
one end at a minimum. We expect that a therapy/multipurpose pool could be reconfigured
generally in its current location. If Council wishes to expand this pool for better programming, it
could be extended, likely toward the lawn area.)
*What is the alignment of the new ped. walkway into BBF along San Fernando (to provide a
pedestrian route off the driveway)?
(Ans: An alignment was provided in the 2006 master plan. A new, separate walkway is shown
from the top of the driveway, along the slope that is below San Fernando and above the golf
course 3rd hole, connecting to the Blackberry Farm Park parking lot near the current golf
maintenance building. It was primarily a free-standing boardwalk due to the steep terrain. If
Council wishes to pursue this solution it will be further explored and refined.)
Liz Nunez, Administrarive Assistant
Recreation and Commuiuty Services Department
10300 Torre Avenue - Cupertino, CA 95014
r%wN.cuperliuo.ol
408-777-3284
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Karen B. Guerin
From: David <amilevad@gmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, February 03, 2015 9:25 AM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature:.approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative C,, with the
modifications proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified
Alternative U will enhance walking and jogging experiences and educational programming by
restoring and enhancing the wildlife habitat that the thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek
Corridor area currently enjoy — without the negative environmental impacts of new paved roads or
sports fields. ,
Sincerely,
David J. Lima
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Karen B. Guerin
From: Misti Bico <mistibico@yahoo.com>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 3:30 PM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers, Please direct Cupertino.city staff to proceed with
environmental analysis of "Alternative C" with the modifications proposed by environmental groups,
as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative U will enhance walking and jogging
experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the wildlife habitat that the
thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy — without the negative
environmental impacts of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Misti Foletta
Karen B. Guerin
From: Pat Blevins <seaglassl03@sbcglobal.net>
Sent: Monday, February 02; 2015 3:18 PM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers, Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed
with environmental analysis of "Alternative C" with the modifications proposed by
environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative C" will
enhance walking and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring
and enhancing the wildlife habitat that the thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek
Corridor area currently enjoy — without the negative environmental impacts of new
paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Patricia Blevins
Karen B. Guerin
From: Brian Carr <napo2@verizon.net>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 9:26 PM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please do not "develop" the beautiful Steven's Creek Corridor. This land in a natural state is a diminishing
resource in a valley where most everything has already been developed. Please direct Cupertino city staff to
proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative C" with the modifications proposed by environmental
groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative C" will enhance walking and jogging
experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the wildlife habitat that the thousands
of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy — without the negative environmental impacts of
new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Brian Carr
408-356-0025
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Karen B. Guerin
From: Janice Carr <janicecarr@pacbell.net>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 4:26 PM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of Alternative C with the
modifications proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This Modified- Alternative C
will enhance walking and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the
wildlife habitat that the thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy without the
negative environmental impacts of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Janice Carr
Karen B. Guerin
From: Bethany Celio <gocelio@gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 6:49 PM
To: City Council
Subject: Please Approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative C' with the modifications
proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report: This "Modified Alternative C' will enhance walking
and jogging experiences'and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the wildlife habitat that the
thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy — without the negative environmental impacts
of new paved roads or sports fields.
Thank you,
Bethany Leanne Celio
Resident of Cupertino
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Karen B. Guerin
From: Rich Celio <rccelio@yahoo.com>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 11:07 PM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative U with the modifications
proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative U will enhance walking
and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the wildlife habitat that the
thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy — without the negative environmental impacts
of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Richard Celio
1047 Colony Hills Lane,
Cupertino, CA
Sent from my Wad
Karen B. Guerin
From: joe cernac <joecernac@sbcglobal.net>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 8:56 PM
To: City Council
Subject: Stevens Creek Corridor Master Plan
Re: Stevens Creek Corridor Master Plan
Sirs, I urge you to approve Alternative C with the environmental groups' modifications ("Modified Alternative C").
Sincerely,
Joe Cernac
Past Treasurer
Guadalupe Regional Group
of the Sierra Club.
Karen B. Guerin
From: Marge Chereton <mchereto@yahoo.com>
Sent: Sunday, February 01, 2015 2:01 PM
To: City Council; City Clerk
Subject: Blackberry Farm Golf Course
City council: you are going to destroy a beautiful golf course. you
have made some very poor choices- you have destroyed holes 8 &
9 with the large poles that are a danger to both golfers and the path
users -- why not put the poles on the path side for every persons
safety -- now after your short sighted mistakes you are so willing to
compound your errors!!! If I were still a Cupertino resident I would
ask the community to get you all to resign. The golf course should
be returned to it's original size and shape. Remove the poles on
holes -8 & 9 and watch the golfers return in abundance. DO NOT
DESTROY A BELOVED LEGACY!!! yours truly m. chereton
Karen B. Guerin
From: Lucas Clay <finksterepicness@gmail.com>
Sent: Sunday, February 01, 2015 1:24 PM
To: City Council
Subject: Blackberry Farm Golf Course
To Cupertino City Council:
Hello. My name is Lucas, and I am a 14 year-old who has been taking lessons with Jeff Piserchio at the
Blackberry Farms Golf Course for the past 3 years. I have thoroughly enjoyed golfing with Jeff every Saturday,
and my skills have come a long way. It is great to have a Public Course that does not require an expensive
membership to play ori. I am disappointed to hear that the City Council is considering getting rid of this great
golf course. I see many a wide variety of people out enjoying themselves every Saturday, and I think a Public
Golf Course is a very valuable thing for a city to have. We are not residents of the area, yet every week we have
lunch somewhere in Cupertino after golf lessons. The course has created an interest in the Cupertino area
among our family, and probably many others. I am urging the Cupertino City Council to vote to keep this gem
of a golf course.
Sincerely,
Lucas Fink
Karen B. Guerin
From:. Bobbi Coleman <2bobbicoleman@gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 7:14 PM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative C' with the modifications
proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative C' will enhance walking
and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the wildlife habitat that the
thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy — without the negative environmental impacts
of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Bobbi Coleman
Karen B. Guerin
From: Swim5am (Connie Cunningham) <swim5am@comcast.net>
Sent: Saturday, January 31, 2015 5:13 PM
To: City Council
Subject: Stevens Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Council Members,
My name is Connie Cunningham, a 30 - year resident of Cupertino. I care very much about the city and its environment. I am, also, a
bird enthusiast. Birds are intriguing creatures and they face dramatic loss of habitat on all fronts. I am a member of the local Santa
Clara Valley Audubon Society and am impressed with their work on many issues in the valley. About the Stevens Creek Corridor, I am
writing to support the request that you direct staff to move forward to an Environmental Impact Analysis with a Modified Alternative C
(as explained on page 2-3 of the Staff Report) as the preferred alternative. Please ask them to remove element such as spine roads
and playing fields that environmental groups oppose in their Evaluation of Design Elements from any alternatives that move forward to
environmental review.
Over the years we have enjoyed activities and educational programs at Blackberry Farms, McClellan Ranch and the Audubon
Society. This is a beautiful natural park. Today, with much exciting growth in our city, it could be easy to lose sight of this area as a
special habitat for birds, plants and other wildlife. Recently, we have enjoyed the new bike/pedestrian path between McClellan Road
and Steven's Creek Boulevard. We have introduced friends to it and they are pleased that Cupertino created this path through such an
unusual setting in a city.
Please consider ways in which nature and open space in the park can be expanded and enhanced to provide more opportunities for
walking, jogging, birding, wildlife viewing, and education.
I appreciate the time and effort that Cupertino Staff and Parks and Recreation Commissioners spent in study and deliberations, and
thank you for spending time reading my letter!
Sincerely,
Connie Cunningham
1119 Milky Way
Cupertino, CA
February 2013, Cupertino near Milky Way
Karen B. Guerin
From: Paul Davis <plmdavis@pacbell.het>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 7:36 PM
To: City Council
Subject protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative C' with the modifications
proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative C' will enhance walking
and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the wildlife habitat that the
thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy — without the negative environmental impacts
of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Paul Davis
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Karen B. Guerin
From: Janet Elder <jelder@stanford.edu>
Sent: Tuesday, February 03, 2015 11:39 AM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative C" with the modifications
proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative U will enhance walking
and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the wildlife habitat that the
thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy —without the negative environmental impacts
of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Janet Elder
I
Karen B. Guerin
From: Carolyn Evans <cmhevans7@aol.com>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 10:32 PM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C withmodifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Council members, Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of
"Alternative C" with the modifications proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified
Alternative C" will enhance walking and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing
the wildlife habitat that the thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy — without the negative
environmental impacts of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Carolyn Evan
cmheva77s7@aol.com
J
Karen B. Guerin
From:
Ping Gao <gaoping@gmail.com>
Sent:
Tuesday, February 03, 2015 3:49 PM
To:
City Council
Cc:
Zhibiao Zhao
Subject:
Civic Center Master Plan
Dear City Council Members,
I'm Ping, a Cuperitno resident for almost 8 years. I know that tonight's city council meeting will discuss the
Stevens Creek Corridor Master Plan and Civic Center Master Plan. I'm afraid that I will not be able to attend it.
But it doesn't mean that I didn't hear you, or I agreed on these plans, or I am not concerned about these plans.
The fact is: my husband is extremely busy these days, and I have to take care of my two young kids. I also have
a full time demanding job and I have to work from home tonight.
I'm writring this email to let you know that I am against these two plans. If the city has to do something to
spend the tax dollars, could you please consider the following higher priority things like 1) expanding the story
room and parking space for the library. 2) Turn some open space into park for recreation in the east side of
Cupertino.
Spending more than $50 million on a new Civic Center sounds crazy to me. As a tax payer, I don't want my tax
dollars to be spent like this. The current Civic Center can be reinforced to combat posible earthquake, instead of
demolishing and building a new one. My current company's building, with 5 floors, was also reinforced to
combat earthquake. It's absolutely doable.
I don't know if you have ever heard an old Chinese saying that (� Tt P,'-M-Ep- TO CI M ) : Officer
who did not work for the people, better go home selling sweet potatoes. That's my exact feeling right now.
I would like my voice to be heard by City Council.
Thank you very much.
Ping
Karen B. Guerin
From: Jennifer Fink <jfink@lgusd.kl2.ca.us>
Sent: Sunday, February 01, 2015 10:28 AM
To: City Council
Subject: Blackberry Farm Golf Course
To: The Cupertino City Council
I am writing to share with you how much my family loves the Blackberry Farm Golf Course. My children have
been taking private lessons with Jeff Piserchio for 4 years. We feel so very lucky to have a public golf course
where we can afford to help our children learn a wonderful lifestyle sport. Every week I am impressed by the
range of golfers teeing off at Blackberry Farms -college students, fathers and sons, senior women -all enjoying
an affordable, beautiful golf course. We own a home nearby in Los Gatos, but find ourselves having lunch in
Cupertino after golf weekly -frequenting establishments along the Stevens Creek corridor -stores and
restaurants alike.
We are very, hopeful you will vote to maintain the Blackberry Farm Golf Course -as it is a wonderful draw to
the Cupertino area. It is one of few family oriented courses in the south bay that gives young and old people
both a chance to get outside and exercise, and learn a sport that would be financially out of reach in a private
country club setting.
I was planning on taking lessons there myself this summer -so my whole family could set out on the course
together. How many other sports out there allow a family to share quality time together?
We urge you to keep Blackberry Farm Golf Course!
Thank you,
Jennie Fink
Jennie Fink
Van Meter Elementary School
Kindergarten - Room 4
4o8.335.2265
,jfink(a)lgusd.k12.ca.us
Karen B. Guerin
From: Chloe Fink <chloefinkl@gmail.com>
Sent: Sunday, February 01i 2015 1:03 PM
To: City Council
Subject: Blackberry Farm Golf Course
Hi,
I love blackberry farm golf course. I am nine years old and I take golf lessons there with my brother every
Saturday. I look forward to it every Saturday. Please don't take it away.
From,
Chloe Fink
3rd grader
Van Meter Elementary School
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Karen B. Guerin
From: Peter Fox <peter@peterfoxphotograp hy.com>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 5:17 PM
To: City Council
Subject: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Council members,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative C' with the modifications
proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This :'Modified Alternative C' will enhance walking
and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoringand enhancing the wildlife habitat that the
thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy — without the negative environmental impacts
of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Peter Fox
Karen B. Guerin
From: Ted Fishman <ted10000@yahoo.com>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 4:08 PM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers, Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with
environmental analysis of "Alternative C" with the modifications proposed by environmental groups, as
described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative C" will enhance walking and jogging experiences
and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the wildlife habitat that the thousands of
visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy — without the negative environmental impacts
of new paved roads or sports fields. Sincerely, Ted Fishman
Karen B. Guerin
From: Audrey Freeman <awfree@comcast.net>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 7:30 PM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative C' with the
modifications proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative
C' will enhance walking and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the
wildlife habitat that the thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy — without the
negative environmental impacts of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Audrey Freeman
Karen B. Guerin
From:
Rhoda Fry<fryhouse@earthlink.net>
Sent:
Tuesday, February 03, 2015 2:13 PM
To:
City Council
Cc:
City Clerk
Subject:
Comments related to Blackberry Farm
Dear City Council,
Having scanned the plans, I don't see anything about restoring the naturalized bird habitat that we had at the golf
course. Its loss was an' unexpected side effect of the Phase I project. The Dept. of Fish and Game had an interest in this
site. We used to have so many birds and now they're gone. I hope that you will find a way to restore lost habitat for
birds. Incidentally, after Phase I construction we also noted that the bats had vanished - please do what you can to save
the very few bats that are remaining.
I would also urge you not to further develop the area at the bottom of the San Fernando Driveway.'We have already
endured a huge change of use from a residence to a City Office with a brand new adjacent maintenance building. In
addition, we have endured a significant change of use of the entire area during Phase I.
The City of Cupertino acquired the Blackberry Farm Area as OPEN SPACE. This is how it was promoted to the residents
on the ballot. We were urged to SAVE THE OAKS in favor of "development." So please let's not develop what the
taxpayers have been paying for with the UUT.
Thank You Very Much,
Rhoda Fry
Karen B. Guerin
From: Brian Haberly <brianhaberly@gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 3:18 PM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's'Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
I am writing to ask that you please direct the Cupertino city staff to proceed with.environmental analysis of
"Alternative C" with the modifications proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report.
This "Modified Alternative C" will enhance walking and jogging experiences and educational programming by
restoring and enhancing the wildlife habitat that the thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area
currently enjoy — without the negative environmental impacts of new paved roads or sports fields.
Please avoid paving new roads. This area needs to be kept biking and walking friendly, and support wildlife.
Pavement is forever, our natural spaces are disappearing much too fast.
Sincerely,
Brian Haberly
Karen B. Guerin
From: Roy Hampton <rhy10@owldynamics.cbm>
Sent: Tuesday, February 03, 2015 3:23 PM
To: Rod Sinks; Barry Chang; Gilbert Wong; Savita Vaidhyanathan; Darcy Paul
Cc: City Council; Carol Atwood
Subject: Stevens Creek Corridor Update
Dear Mayor Sinks, City Council Members, Director and Commissioners of the Parks & Recreation Department
Our names are Roy and Yvonne Hampton; and we are writing to request that you direct staff to move forward to an
Environmental Impact Analysis with a Modified Alternative C (as explained on page 2-3 of the Staff
Report) as the preferred alternative. Please ask them to remove elements such as spine roads and playing fields that
environmental groups oppose in their Evaluation of Design Elements from any alternatives that move forward to
environmental review.
In the last few months we have appeared before the Council, met with the Parks and Recreation Director and
Commissioners and staff, and discussed the need to view the Stevens Creek Corridor as'a unique valuable natural area
that should not be damaged by proposed changes in plan A nor B nor C (as originally proposed). We have walked,
studied, listened, and watched wildlife in the Corridor, and wish other residents to be able to enjoy the same
experiences in the future.
This is a one-way opportunity; if the drastic changes that have been proposed go forward, there is no way to recover this
resource.
Please direct city staff and contractors to consider ways in which nature and open space in the park can be expanded
and enhanced to provide more opportunities for walking, jogging, birding, wildlife viewing, and education.
In this view, we are in complete accord with the views expressed by the Santa Clara Audubon. We have studied their
proposals for a modified plan C, that gets close to their proposed plan "D" and fully support their proposals.
We appreciate the time and effort that Cupertino Staff and Parks and Recreation Commissioners spent in study and
deliberations, and thank you for reading this email.
Sincerely
Roy and Yvonne Hampton
21821 Oakview Lane, Cupertino, CA 95014 -
[Our home is across Stevens Creek from Blackberry Farm, in the Mann Dr.
area. We are in walking distance to the Corrisor.] rhy10@owldynamics.com
Karen B. Guerin
From: Scott Hughes <scottahughes@comcast.net>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 8:25 PM
To: Rod Sinks; Barry Chang; Gilbert Wong; Savita Vaidhyanathan; Darcy Paul
Subject: SCC Master Plan
Hello Council Members,
I am writing to voice my support for Alternative D for the Stevens Creek Boulevard to McClellan Road Creek
Corridor Master Plan .
I believe this alternative is most aligned with the unique needs of this area and the desire of the majority of residents.
Our family has spent a significant amount of time in the McLellan ranch area in the past 18 years; including classes and
hikes in the area.
We have made good friends in our time there and we have known the staff Naturalist Barbara for many years.
Our 21 year old son developed his love of nature under her guidance by learning and helping out but mostly by just
spending time out in nature with others of similar interests.
There is nothing else close to it in Cupertino and we believe that others are deserving of this rewarding experience.
The Santa Clara Valley Audubon Society has a long history of supporting what is best for the entire county.
The residents have overwhelmingly voiced their support of minimal development which supports the existing, natural,
open spaces; i.e., Alternative D.
We hope that you will seriously consider Alternative D.
Regards,
Scott
http://www.scvas.org/pdf/AlternativeD.pdf
Karen B. Guerin
From: shani kleinhaus <shani@scvas.org>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 3:07 PM
To: City Council
cc: Irene Steves; Gail Seeds; Carol Atwood; Terry Trumbull; Joanne McFarlin; Gary Latshaw;
-Mike Ferreira; Idrruff psychology; Sara Witt; Judy Wilson; Bob Hirt; Geoff Paulsen;
neeshatambe@gmail.com; dfung.cprc@gmail.com
Subject: Stevens Creek Corridor - February 3 Agenda
Attachments: SCC group letter_2-2-15.pdf
Dear Mayor Sinks and Cupertino City Council,
Please see attached a letter from Environmental Groups pertaining to the Stevens Creek Corridor, a study
session on your February 3rd 2015 agenda. We enjoyed working with you, with commissioners, with staff, and
with the Cupertino community on this project !
Thank you,
Irene Steves and Shani Kleinhaus
Santa Clara Valley Audubon Society
22221 McClellan Rd. Cupertino 95014
Tel. (650) 868 2114
shani(D-scvas.org
February 2, 2015
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February 2, 2015
Dear Mayor Sinks and Cupertino City Council,
Re: Study Session on Creek Corridor Master Plan - Feb. 3rd Agenda
Santa Clara Valley Audubon Society (SCVAS), Acterra, Sierra Club Loma Prieta Chapter, Committee for
Green Foothills, and the California Native Plant Society, Santa Clara Valley Chapter (Conservation
Groups) have followed the Master Plan for the Stevens Creek Corridor, advocating for nature and for
the protection of biological and open space resources along Stevens Creek.
In meeting with Parks and Recreation Commissioners and with City Staff, we found common ground
through an element -by -element analysis of the proposed design options. Our discussions allowed us
to come to an understanding of how Cupertino may achieve project goals without compromising the
unique natural qualities of the park.
We encourage you to look to the recommendations of Parks and Recreation Commissioners
(Attachment J to the Staff Report) for guidance in your deliberations and move forward to an
Environmental Impact Analysis with a Modified Alternative C (as explained on page 2-3 of the Staff
Report) as the preferred alternative. In addition, we ask that you consider our Evaluation of Design
Elements (see attached) and remove elements that we opposed from environmental review.
Therefore, we respectfully request that you drop the Stevens Creek Corridor Master Plan Alternatives
A and B from consideration and choose a Modified Alternative C as the preferred alternative to move
forward with an Environmental Impact Analysis. By choosing design elements that further enhance
the tranquil atmosphere, vibrant ecosystem, and educational opportunities in the park, we may
preserve these experiences for future generations in Cupertino.
We thank you for studying the issue and listening to us and to the community. We thank Parks and
Recreation Commissioners and Staff for spending time with us and listening to our concerns. We
enjoyed engaging with the Cupertino community, and hope to see Cupertino residents and nature
continue to thrive together.
Sincerely,
Shani Kleinhaus, Environmental Advocate
Santa Clara Valley Audubon Society
Gary Latshaw
Sierra Club, Loma Prieta Chapter
Joanne McFarlin, Senior Ecologist
Acterra
Alice Kaufman, Legislative Advocate
Committee for Green Foothills
Linda Ruthruff, Conservation Chair
California Native Plant Society
February 2, 2015
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Stevens Creek Corridor Master Pian
Evaluation of Design Elements
In the past six years, the City of Cupertino restored sections of Stevens Creek, completed a trail along the
creek, and crafted a unique urban park where birds and wildlife thrive among native plants and trees. The
park successfully merged nature and agricultural heritage, history and recreation in this special place. In
creating a new master plan, we hope Cupertino continues its focus on nature and education in the Stevens
Creek Corridor.
We have evaluated design elements from MIG's Design Options A, B, C, as well as from the environmental
groups' Design Option D. We hope you find the following evaluation helpful in informing your deliberations
as you make critical decisions on the future of the Stevens Creek Corridor park.
STOCKLMEIR RANCH
■ Legacy agriculture/farm (B, C)
■ Educational programming
/small event space (B)
■ Habitat restoration (D)
Orchard garden park (A)
Native plant and tree nursery
(B)
Stabilize Stocklmeir house for
public viewing o
■ Special events venue for large
events (A)
We support opportunities for education and habitat enhancement in the Stocklmeir Ranch area. We
believe that programming/events should be related to Cupertino's history, agricultural legacy, and the
environment.
BLACKBERRY FARM
Stevens c.reeK restoraTJO (irana ram tntry �,
at Blesch property (A, B, ` ■ Trailhead Kiosk (B)
C, D) ■ Tank house restoration (A, B, (
New restaurant/clubhouse (C)
■ Improved limited parking at
Stevens Creek Blvd entrance
without expansion into curren
natural or recreational areas
(A, B, C)
■ Maintenance building at San
Fernando entrance (A)
■ Enhanced pool complex (C)
• New "spine" road along creek
(A, B)
■ New trail along creek (C)
■ Pedestrian and bike loop trail
along perimeter of golf course
(B)
■ Bridge to Stevens Creek Blvd
parking lot, unless required by
a safety study (A, B, C)
■ Destination pool complex (A)
• Expanded pool complex (B)
Natural oak forest, ■ New par -3 pitch & putt g
meadow and wetlands (D) course (B)
Enhanced riparian area w Enhanced golf course (C)
(A) n New irrigation (B, C),40
Habitat feature at forme`;J Clubhouse/restaurant at
ponds (B, C) Blue Pheasant site (C)
Some lawn areas (A)
February 2, 2015
Page 3 of 3
■ Multi -use sportsfields (A)
■ Clubhouse/staff offices near
San Fernando Park entrance
(B)
■ Golf amenities at the Blesch
property (A, B, C)
We do not oppose a smaller golf course footprint and wildlife -friendly design as proposed in Design Option
B, but prefer a nature park with forest, meadow, or wetland areas for walking, jogging, and enjoying nature.
RIPARIAN PENINSULA & CENTRAL CREEK CORRIDOR
■Leave as is (D) Replace existing ■ New trails (A, B, C)
playground with new ■ Seasonal bridge to peninsula (A, B, C)
nature play area (C) ■ Enhanced vegetation in peninsula (B, C)
■ Seasonal nature discovery area in peninsula (B)
■ New play areas—adventure play, natural play area,
obstacle challenge course, off-road cycling area (A, B)
The peninsula provides a unique resource for nesting birds and a refuge for wildlife, and should be left as is.
MCCLELLAN RANCH PRESERVE, including MCCLELLAN RANCH WEST
Enhanced/restoredgM
habitat areas (A, B)
Restore Stevens Creek (D
Restore Stevens Creek and "
riparian ecosystem along the
(A, B)
■ Renovate barn (A, B)
■ Enhanced community
garden (B)
Native plant and tree
nursery (C)
■ Expanded community garden (A)
■ Outdoor skills area in place of bee
hives (A)
■ Trails through the meadow (A, B,
C)
• New bridge between MRP & MRW
(A, B, C)
creek (D) ■ MRW converted to large parking
Small amount of unpavJD)
lot (A)
overflow parking (B, C, ■Natural play area in place of nature
Unpaved footpath alonpreserve (B, C)
west side of MRW (B, D ■ Trail along west side of creek (B, C)
We strongly believe that the McClellan Ranch section of Stevens Creek should be restored and enhanced,
as was planned in Phase III of the Stevens Creek Corridor Project. McClellan Ranch West should be restored
and integrated into the mission of McClellan Ranch Preserve: "To maintain and protect the ecology of the
area, conserve the natural features and scenic values, expand community awareness and understanding of
natural history and the environment, and provide enjoyment of the resources present consistent with their
preservation."
Karen B. Guerin
From: kschoolq@gmail.com
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 3:27 PM
To: City Council
Subject: Protect Nature: Approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilrriembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative C' with the modifications
proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative C' will enhance walking
and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and.enhancing the wildlife habitat that the -
thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy — without the negative environmental impacts
of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Karina Quintero
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Karen B. Guerin
From: Law, Mark A (Mark) <mark.law@alcatel-lucent.com>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 10:16 AM
To: City Council
Subject: Stevens Creek Corridor needs modified alternative C
Dear Mayor Sinks, City Council Members,
My name is Mark Law and I am writing to request that you direct staff to move forward to an Environmental Impact Analysis with a
Modified Alternative C (as explained on page 2-3 of the Staff Report) as the preferred alternative. Please ask them to remove element
such as spine roads and playing fields that environmental groups oppose in their Evaluation of Design Elements from any alternatives
that move forward to environmental review.
Please consider ways in which nature and open space in the park can be expanded and enhanced to provide more opportunities for
walking, jogging,birding, wildlife viewing, and education.
I appreciate the time and effort that Cupertino Staff and Parks and Recreation Commissioners spent in study and deliberations, and
thank you for spending time reading my letter!
Sincerely,
Mark Law
22157 Clearcreek Ct,
Cupertino, CA 95014
Karen B. Guerin y
From: Peter LaTourrette <petelatl@stanford.edu>
Sent. Monday, February 02, 2.015 5:42 PM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor -
.Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of Alternative C with the modifications
proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This Modified Alternative C will enhance walking
r
and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the wildlife habitat that the
thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy without the negative environmental impacts of
new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Peter and Sue LaTourrette
1019 Loma Prieta Ct.
Los Altos, CA 94024
(650) 961-2741
1
Karen B. Guerin
From: tsammylee@yahoo.com
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 4:04 PM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative C" with the
modifications proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative
C" will enhance walking and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the
wildlife habitat that the thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy — without. the
negative enviromnental impacts of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Keith A Romero
1
Karen B. Guerin
From: Bill Leikam <wcleikam@gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 5:18 PM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative C" with the
modifications proposed by, environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative
C" will enhance walking and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the
wildlife habitat that the thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy — without the
negative environmental impacts of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Bill Leikam, aka The Fox Guy
Partner: The Urban Wildlife Research Project
Director: Guadalupe - Coyote Resource Conservation District
Director: Independent Urban Gray Fox Research Project
Volunteer: Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge
Educational: Public Lectures & Guided Walk/Talk Tours
Website: www.uwrp.wordpress.com/documentary
Endangered Species Statement - March 14, 2013 - Bill Leikam, the Fox Guy
Do we need to wait until an animal is on the threatened or on the endangered species list before we decide to take action to save the
species? I don't think so. I think we need to treat all wildlife as though it is threatened, as though it is headed for extinction, before their
habitats are destroyed by our encroachment on their homes, before their corridors are cut to shreds by our so-called development, and
before we have to sadly look back and ask, "Why didn't we do something before all this happened?"
We cannot call ourselves civilized until we freely give all living things on planet Earth their rightful place beside us. March 2014, William
C. Leikam
Karen B. Guerin
From: Judy Mallory <info@paul judy.com>
Sent: Tuesday, February 03, 2015 11:38 AM
To: City Council
Subject: proposed new street
My husband & I play golf at Blackberry golf course almost daily.
We are both senior citizens.
We do not feel it is a necessity to put a road from Stevens Creek to Blackberry Farm and
this will
be detrimental to the golf course.
We feel that the funds could be better spent improving the golf course.
Sincerely,
Judy & Paul Mallory
Karen B. Guerin
From: Alissa Mamon <alissamamon@yahoo.com>
Sent: Tuesday, February 03, 2015 8:25 AM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative C' with the modifications
proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative C' will enhance walking
and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the wildlife habitat that the
thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy — without the negative environmental impacts
of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Alissa
1
Karen B. Guerin
From: Josie Matsushita <josiemats@comcast.net>
Sent: Saturday, January 31, 2015 1:30 PM
To: City Council
Subject: Input on Stevens Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks, City Council Members,
I am writing to request that you direct staff to move forward to an Environmental Impact Analysis with a
Modified Alternative C (as explained on page 2-3 of the Staff Report) as the preferred alternative. Please ask
them to remove elements such as spine roads and playing fields from any alternatives that move forward to
environmental review.
As I live quite close to Blackberry Farm and McClellan Ranch Preserve, I spend quite a lot of time there, and I
love it. I think you've done a great job so far of updating the two areas and striking a balance between public
usage and leaving things natural. Don't spoil the good work you've done!
Please consider ways in which nature and open space in the park can be expanded and enhanced to provide
more opportunities for walking, jogging, birding, wildlife viewing, and education.
I appreciate the time and effort that Cupertino Staff and Parks and Recreation Commissioners spent in study and
deliberations, and thank you for spending time reading my letter.
Sincerely,
Josie Matsushita
Karen B. Guerin
From: Denise Mayosky <dmayosky835@gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 3:46 PM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative C" with the
modifications proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative
C" will enhance walking and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the
wildlife habitat that the thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy — without the
negative environmental impacts of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Denise Mayosky
Karen B. Guerin
From: Thomas Merrick <thomas_merrick@yahoo.com>
Sent: Tuesday, February 03, 2015 1:23 PM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers, Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed_ with environmental 'an a lysis of
"Alternative C" with the modifications proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified
Alternative C" will enhance walking and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing
the wildlife habitat that the thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy — without the negative
environmental impacts of new paved roads or sports fields. Sincerely, [Your Name]
Karen Be Guerin
From: John Metcalfe <jmetcalfe@tikamail.com>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 5:56 PM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative C' with the
modifications proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative
C' will enhance walking and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the
wildlife habitat that the thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy — without the
negative environmental impacts of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
John Metcalfe
Karen B. Guerin
From: maryanne murphy <themislaw@me.com>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 5:03 PM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate'C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative C' with the modifications
proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative C' will enhance.walking
and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the wildlife habitat that the
thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy — without the negative environmental impacts
of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Maryanne Murphy Esq
Los Gatos Ca
Sent from my Wad
Karen B. Guerin
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Dear City Council Members,
zmiller <zmiller.home@gmail.com>
Tuesday, February 03, 2015 2:32 PM
City Council
McClellan Ranch Development
I urge you to pass a plan that does not include further developing McClellan Ranch Nature Preserve.
This is a unique and valuable place for Cupertino. It provides habitat for wildlife and a place for people to
experience wilderness in the heart of Silicon Valley. I've seen there flocks of bluebirds, egrets, hawks, snakes,
deer, and coyote. I've seen beautiful sunrises and sunsets, and watched the ancient sycamore trees drop their
leaves in the fall. I've listened to the Stevens Creek rush after a storm, carrying water from deep in the Santa
Cruz Mountains all the way to the San Francisco Bay. This is a magical place, and one which we should
conserve and restore.
Yet humans do belong in this place. We belong as members of a community, and as respectful restorers of
natural diversity and ecological health.
Thank you,
Zach Miller
Karen B. Guerin
From: Woolworth Moriah <Woolworth_Moriah@cusdk8.org>
Sent: Tuesday, February 03, 2015 9:17 AM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve. Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative C' with the modifications
proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative C' will enhance walking
and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the wildlife habitat that the -
thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy — without the negative environmental impacts
of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Moriah L. Woolworth
1
Karen B. Guerin
From: Woolworth Moriah <Woolworth_Moriah@cusdk8.org>
Sent: Tuesday, February 03, 2015 9:18 AM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative C' with the modifications
proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative C' will enhance walking
and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the wildlife habitat that the
thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy — without the negative environmental impacts
of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Moriah L. Woolworth
Karen B. Guerin
From:
Jean M Myers <birdermom@mac.com> .
Sent:
Monday, February 02, 2015 3:21 PM
To:
City Council
Cc:
Jean Myers
Subject:
protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's, Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff .to proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative C' with the modifications
proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative C' will enhance walking
and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the wildlife habitat that the
thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy— without the negative environmental impacts
of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Jean Myers
4265 Redwood Retreat Road
Gilroy, CA 95020
1
Karen B. Guerin
From: Hitesh Patel <hitesh_98@yahoo.com>
Sent: Saturday, January 31, 2015 10:37 AM
To: City Council
Subject: Blackberry Farm Golf Course
Hi,
I heard the city is considering alternative plans for Blackberry Farm Golf course.
I learnt how to play golf at Blackberry farm golf course. and my kids are currently learning to play golf at Blackberry Farm Golf
Course. The staff at the golf course is excellent and one of the key reasons I bring my kids over to play practically every weekend.
I would like to see the City of Cupertino renovate the golf course rather than re -developing this land into something else.
Regards,
Hitesh
1
Karen B. Guerin
From: James Petkiewicz <peckos@me.com>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 3:15 PM
To: City Council
Subject: ` protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative C' with the modifications
proposed by environmental groups, as described.in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative C' will enhance walking
and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the wildlife habitat that the
thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy — without the negative environmental impacts
of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Jim Petkiewicz
916 Wren Drive
San Jose, CA 95125-2952
Karen B. Guerin
From: Carol Preo <carolpreo@gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 11:13 PM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
DDear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative C' with the modifications
proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff'Report. This "Modified Alternative C' will enhance walking
and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the wildlife habitat that the
thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy— without the negative environmental impacts
of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Carol Preo
Sent from my iPhone
1
Karen B. Guerin
From: Barbara Rogers <barbsbucket@comcast.net>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 6:41 PM
To: Darcy Paul; Rod Sinks; Barry Chang; Gilbert Wong; Savita Vaidhyanathan
Subject: City Issues
Honorable Mayor Sinks, Vice Mayor Chang, and Councilmembers Paul, Vaidhyanathan, and Wong --
First of all, and most importantly, Congratulations to all of you on your elections to Council and its offices.
I look forward to a more harmonious year where the City and its constituents are even better served.
I'lm still not up to attending tomorrow evening's meeting, though I finally am beginning to recover from whatever was
going around.
In fact, the last few months have been challenging.
So I'm taking this opportunity to share with you on a couple of subjects, in no particular order --
1) The extension/improvement of the park running from McClellan to Stevens Creek, where a lot of good improvements
have been made.
However, re the Blue Pheasant and associated golf course, these were badly impacted financially last year (2013 and 14)
from all the work at the entrance off Stevens Creek.
It's not proper to compare and judge one facility against others when the loss of revenue is the result of another
jurisdiction (the City) doing work that impacts patronage for many months.
And particularly when the judging institution is the one responsible for the loss of revenue.
The Blue Pheasant provides a service to the community not otherwise available.
Though owned by the City, I can testify, personally, that its maintenance always was very low on the City's list of upkeep
of City buildings.
I can't help but believe that this has been deliberate, as the City never has liked the Blue Pheasant..
It is not in the City's purview properly to decide what local businesses it likes and does not like, and then to work to get
rid of them in whatever ways available to them.
The golf course provides an easy course for seniors, beginners, and others wishing to play other than on a "regular"
course, of which there are several.
It's especially nice that seniors can enjoy that golf course,in the company of those of other ages --not be isolated into
"their own" course.
The staff properly has its own agenda.
The Council's obligation is to review staff's recommendations --and question them, as appropriate.
And to listen also to the constituents whom you were elected to represent.
Even when they disagree with staff.
In fact, it's more important to listen to the people.
I hope you listen to your constituents and keep both facilities, though upgrading as necessary --including better on-going
maintenance.
2). Senior Housing.
I tried to get relevant advisory commissions as well as staff and Council interested in at least making a statement that
new senior housing is welcome in Cupertino.
My attendance and remarks were received politely, and that's as far as it seems to have gone.
I do not believe staff is interested in "pushing,"as they see it, senior housing.
Certainly, they're not interested in putting "roadblocks" in the way of applicants.
Again, you as the body of last resort, or appeal, for the citizen or group of citizens, need to take extra care to listen and
try to respond positively to what's requested.
Otherwise, there's the danger of perhaps becoming just yes-men and -woman for staff and applicants
I hope, and request, that at the very least, you all have a statement in the record where it matters that the City
welcomes applications for senior housing.
3) Road surface on Eastbound Homestead, immediately east of Wolfe.
I hope you have not yet signed off on the roadwork necessitated by Apple at the intersection of Homestead, eastbound
east of Wolfe.
The number one lane is not good for a short while; the number two lane is awful!
Please take a few minutes soon and drive east on Homestead through that intersection.
And insure that necessary repairs are made soon.
One last general comment.
I've always remembered the response when, as a Councilmember, I was questioning a consultant hired by the City about
their proposed study.
The consultant answered with a question, "What result do you want from the proposed study?"
Thank you for taking the time to read this.
And please understand I very much appreciate all that you do for the City and for Cupertinans.
I've sat where you sit and know and appreciate the challenges you face every day.
Thank you for being willing to serve --the people are lucky you are there.
Thnx, again, Love, BR
Karen B. Guerin
From: Todd Sauke <todd.sauke@sjsu.edu>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 8:37 PM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative C' with the modifications
proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative U will enhance walking
and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the wildlife habitat that the
thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy—without the negative environmental impacts
of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Todd Sauke
Karen B. Guerin
From: Carolyn Straub <carolyn.rosyfinch.straub@gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 4:11 PM
To: City Council
Subject: Comment for Feb. 3 vote on Stevens Creek Corridor Master Plan
Dear City Councilmembers,
Please choose "Modified Alternative C" for the Stevens Creek Corridor Master Plan.
We are members of the Committee for Green Foothills, Santa Clara Valley Audubon Society - and uphold environmental
interests. We receive their "alerts" for email comment from the membership.
What is it that you and others see in building- again - new swimming pools, sports fields, paved roads and other new
development?
With all due respect, these are over reaching and foolish ideas - more, more, more.
Please quit
Less is more
We don't want cities when we can have country. We don't want industry where we could have peace, and we don't
want what you are proposing, and, although they may not yet know it - neither do our kids.
Tomorrow, the city of Cupertino is proposing a Master Plan for the Stevens Creek Corridor, including McClellan Ranch
Nature Preserve, Blackberry Farm, and Stocklmeier Ranch. This Master Plan could include proposals for a new swimming
pool complex, sports fields, paved roads, and other new development .
Cupertino City Councilmembers will vote to decide which of three proposed alternatives to pursue with regard to the
Stevens Creek Corridor Master Plan.
Less is more.
We'd like to have patience but we are out of it - fracking destroying crops in the.Central Valley, cats crawling through our
yards from delinquent owners, the,burgeon industrial empire .
Thank you for your interest.
Carolyn Straub
Steve McHenry
439 Chateau La Salle Dr.
San Jose, CA
9511
I believe the world is
incomprehensibly beautiful,
an endless prospect of
magic and wonder."
-- Ansel Adams
Karen B. Guerin
From: Yvette Weislak <yweislak@verizon.net>
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2015 4:34 PM
To: City Council
Subject: protect nature: approve Alternate C with modifications for Steven's Creek Corridor
Dear Mayor Sinks and City Councilmembers,
Please direct Cupertino city staff to proceed with environmental analysis of "Alternative U with the modifications
proposed by environmental groups, as described in the Staff Report. This "Modified Alternative C" will enhance walking
and jogging experiences and educational programming by restoring and enhancing the wildlife habitat that the
thousands of visitors to the Stevens Creek Corridor area currently enjoy —without the negative environmental impacts
of new paved roads or sports fields.
Sincerely,
Yvette Doublet-Weislak
Karen B. Guerin
From: Carol Atwood
Sent: Sunday, February 01, 2015 9:28 PM
To: City Council
Cc: Grace Schmidt; Gail Seeds; David Brandt.
Subject: Correspondence from AYSO a re: foot.golf
FYI - Raymond ( AYSO and Audit Committee) asked me to forward to you as he cannot be at the Tuesday night meeting..
>> On Jan 19, 2015, at, 10:31 PM, Raymond Yin <yincpa@gmail.com> wrote:
>> Hi Carol,
>> I was googling to get more information and found another video that gives pretty good context to the sport.
>> http://www.theguardian.com/football/video/2014/sep/19/footgolf-soccer-golf-tournament-video
>> Honestly this is the first time I have heard of the sports. (Most of the players depicted in videos are adult males,
except for the President of the American Footgolf League who is a woman, and they all looked serious), Nonetheless, I
can imagine all of my U10 girl soccer players having a blast, and I think I would enjoy playing too and I am not a golfer.
We can start a youth league, via an extension of AYSO!
>> If you look at the demographic of Cupertino, you might make the conclusion that the majority of our citizens aren't
stereotypical golfers. I think adding foot golf is a great way to diversify city culture, and bring more people to the golf
course who are not your usual patrons. Golf in itself can be pretty intimidating for non -golfers, but foot golf brings it
down to a much more tame level. There would also be more revenue -generating opportunities for the golf course to
cater to Corporate or group events/parties. Now if you add a nicer restaurant or a gathering space at the golf course,
you can make it a happening place. I can kind of picture like the Campo Di Bocce Restaurant in Los Gatos (bocce ball)
but a much larger scale with a beautiful outdoor setting.
>> I am pretty sure it would be embraced by our community (except for the diehard golfers who might want to keep the
golf course the way it is). Our community likes to be in the forefront.
>> Raymond
>>> On Jan 19, 2015, at 8:44 PM, Carol Atwood <Caro[A@cupertino.org> wrote:
>>> Hi Aeron and Raymond -
>>> One of the options with the Corridor Master Plan is to redo the golf course to accommodate both golf and foot golf.
It reminds me of soccer but I would really appreciate you reviewing this u -tube and sharing your thoughts.
>>> Let me know what you think and if you think something like this would be embraced by the community. I really
appreciate your opinion!
>>> Hope you are both well and thanks for helping -me.
>>> Carol
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>>> http://www.pruneridgegolfclub.com/foot_golf/
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