Open Space Advisory Board Agenda and Packet 2019 07 10

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Open Space Advisory Board Minutes April 10, 2019 Page 3 of 4 9. Public Comments on Items Not on the Agenda Sherry Sommer, 910 S. Palisade Ct. came to talk about the proliferation of social trails. She noted that Boulder has some significant barriers at Wonderland Lake and Doudy Draw and would like OSAB to consider efforts to reduce number of social trails. She noted that Warembourg, North, and Davidson Mesa are particularly impacted. Ember noted that staff has mapped all social trails, but no action has been taken to date. Ember noted that this becomes a policy issue - e.g., possibly create more trail categories, and identify where social trails fall into each category including formal development all the way to restoration. Mike agreed that we should take up this discussion. Fiona requested social trail survey information before we undertake a discussion. Helen proposed forming a Tiger Team to review the data, and assess options. David and Tom volunteered to be this Tiger Team and will report back to OSAB in September. 10. Discussion Item: Identify Topics and Topic Leader for the OSAB/PPLAB Joint Meeting on April 10, 2019 Laura asked for agreement on the list of topics and for a volunteer to give 2-min intro to each topic. Dave recommended including a joint plan to get public input on dog park siting plan. Missy suggested sharing Development Review Process via email rather than discussing in the joint meeting. Laura said that her plan was to put the memo in the meeting packet, and intro briefly in the meeting. Helen suggested a "chair to chair" discussion. Board agreed with that plan. Helen mused that joint work around appropriations might be appropriate. Mike proposed doing this ahead of the next funding round. Agenda: A. Transportation Master Plan Update to be presented by the Planning Department B. Development Review Process: Laura to discuss with PPLAB chair; general discussion at meeting if desired by PPLAB C. Wayfinding Signs: Helen to give short presentation D. Dog Off -Leash Area: Laura to give short presentation E. Dog Park Siting Guidelines: Mike to give short presentation F. Nature Play concept: how to work together to achieve common goals (e.g., Walnut Park): Mike to introduce the topic but not lead a major discussion. 11. Discussion Item: Review and Recommend Improvements to the Public Outreach Approach for Prescribed Fire Ember noted some changes from last year: more flexible on timing rather than specifying a date and having to change it; adding members to City listserve; more space on webpage for educational information. Ember noted that Davidson Mesa will be completely closed during the controlled burn. Fiona suggested notifying DM DOLA users via their Facebook group (Ember commented that this is currently in the plan); also post on neighborhood bulletin board such as Next -door Hillsborough North & other Boulder/Superior/Lafayette bulletin board sites. Fiona suggested consistent content of postcards (and all notifications) state benefits of controlled burn; maybe in a FAQ format, to answer the two main questions: Why are you doing this? How can you be sure it won't get out of control? Missy suggested posting at Rec Center. Ember is planning on hosting Open Houses for neighboring houses or having a public comment opportunity with City Council. 4