Open Space Advisory Board Agenda and Packet 2019 11 13

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Open Space Advisory Board Minutes October 10, 2019 Page 3 of 4 organizations, CSU, and manufacturers of Esplanade, a cellulose biosynthesis inhibitor. Selective uptake occurs in the top layer of soil, above the level of perennial plants roots. Of note, Cheat Grass control lasts longer with Esplanade (as shown by lower levels of weeds in test plots 30 months after treatment), that with "Plateau", the past standard for cheat grass treatment. Interestingly, these results were also observed on Aquarius Open Space after the controlled burn took place. Shannon stressed that targeting the seed bank of invasive annual grasses and broad lead weeds and the subsequent spread (or reseeding of native species) is the most effective strategy. Ember asked if the aesthetic look of bare ground caused by weed removal was concerning to OSAB. Helen noted that interpretive signs explaining the process and likely outcomes would help public understanding. Laura noted how helpful this work has been, and Shannon expressed a desire to train City staff in seed bank control procedures. 10. Discussion Item: Update from Management of Open Space for Tomorrow (MOST) Tiger Team Regarding Proposal to City Council to Develop Priorities and Goals for Future Management of City Open Space and OSAB Feedback (pgs. 64-76 in the October 2019 OSAB Meeting packet) Laura reported that Council members are supportive of the general concepts she presented to them last month and had 3 comments: - Concern about costs, especially regarding wayfinding signs. - Recommended a review each property's Open Space category designation (Missy suggested adding a column for these categories to our Acquisition matrix. Board agreed.) - Add mention of Davidson Mesa Dogs Off -Leash Area (DM-DOLA) management plan. Mike suggested writing a short summary of OSAB position on the DM-DOLA for the MOST document which notes the non -conforming use of this Open Space area for intensive recreation, recaps the short- and long-term management steps OSAB has recommended, suggests that the City and PPLAB work collectively to meet needs of dog owners for recreation within the city, and mentions the option to ask citizens to vote on the zoning question (revise DM-DOLA from Open Space to Park). Fiona suggested placing one sentence in the Resource Management section noting the low priority of DOLA management, and referring readers to the Appendix to read the full summary. Mike agreed to write this appendix. Missy suggested reframing some of the brainstormed priorities in terms of human wellness & quality of life in order to help Council set budget priorities. Other brainstorming ideas: - Work with neighboring communities to promote connectivity and wildlife corridors - Work with rec center/senior center to increase sense of connection in the community to promote public health - Promote citizen health & "get out of cars" initiative (related to Transportation Master Plan) Next step: Tiger Team will meet to review & revise the MOST document. Mike will draft the DM-DOLA appendix by mid -November.