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but other members noted that in the past, we didn't bias ourselves with whether a property included easements but just looked at intrinsic property qualities to offer a neutral evaluation. There was consensus to include CC in the top priorities based on it's unique location and critical riparian habitat, even though it has a conservation easement on it. OSAB discussion on format of Open Space Parcel rankings: o General consensus is not to include scores as not all members ranked all properties, and the top 6 are all high priority. o We could list the top 6 as priorities to City Council, with the remainder as under consideration. o There are past examples of proposed acquisition strategies that are part of the meeting package that can be used as a recommendation for each acquisition strategy to Council. o Could also make a recommendation to recommend a parcel contingent on purchasing another parcel. (e.g., WW and WW1) o Could also color code. o Let's remember that the City Manager wants a simple presentation and recommendation from which to decide. Final agreement by OSAB on format of Open Space Parcel rankings: o Use a single sheet to list recommended parcels with relevant details. o Format will include the following columns and categories: • Property name, parcel alpha code, size, conservation easement, zoning, acquisition strategy, rationale o Add reference material for each property that provides further details (same as past example in packet from previous years). o Put top 6 as high priority, then have a colored demarcation that states "other considerations" for the parcels listed below . o Add a line above parcel F and label the parcels listed below it (e.g., F, AA1, AA2, F, XX, P) as Properties considered but no recommendations."' These are lower priorities. o Include the map with a color code to reflect the new priorities. 11. 8:35 pm Discussion Item: "Open Space Candidate Parcels: Opportunities for Preserving Open Space and Improving Trail Connectivity"- Determine Format for City Council Meeting in November. Presented by Susan McEachern, OSAB Chair (30 Minutes) (See above for discussion) 12. 9:05 pm Discussion Items: Discussion Items for Next Meeting November 12th, 2025. Joint Meeting with Superior. Presented by Ember Brignull, Open Space Superintendent (10 Minutes) 6