Open Space Advisory Board Agenda and Packet 2019 03 13 Cancelled

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burning of Davidson Mesa will be seen from a greater distance than Aquarius due to its location at the top of the Mesa and proximity to Hwy 36. Education and Outreach efforts in 2017: In preparation for the burn on Aquarius Open Space in 2017, the Open Space Division used multiple forms of communication to inform citizens, local authorities, schools, hospitals, and adjacent homeowners. Information shared in these communications included anticipated burn dates, resulting trail closures, and what citizens should expect during the burn. Staff also provided updates as necessary when the burn was rescheduled due to unfavorable conditions, which included high vegetation moisture, poor air quality, shifting wind patterns, or lack of availability of fire personnel and equipment. Below is a list of outreach methods employed in 2017. Examples of signage and communication can be found following the memo. Two Weeks Prior to Burn 1. Postcards sent to adjacent homeowners and businesses within 3/4-mile radius of Aquarius Open Space which outlined fire location, anticipated burn days, and what to expect (closures, smoke, etc.). 2. Signage detailing fire information and schedule posted at all property entrances on Aquarius, and entrance to CTC Open Space from Taylor Avenue. 3. Coordination with, the City of Lafayette, Town of Superior, Boulder County Parks and Open Space, and City of Boulder to cross post the closure of the Regional Coal Creek Trail and confirm that there were no conflicts with race events scheduled by partnering organizations. Subsequent updates were sent with reschedule dates as necessary. One Week Prior to Burn 1. Emails sent to City Council, City staff, Fire Department, Police Departments, Boulder County Dispatch, local schools, and hospitals with information on the fire and proposed date(s). Subsequent updates were sent with reschedule dates as necessary. 2. Reminder emails sent to Regional Coal Creek Trail partners: City of Lafayette, Town of Superior, Boulder County Parks and Open Space, and City of Boulder. Verification of trail closure on partner websites. 3. Road signs stating date for fire were placed along the side of the road on HWY 42 and 96th St. Day of Burn 1. Trails were closed on Aquarius with caution tape and barricades placed across the trail while the burn was in progress. Staff were also stationed at these locations during testing and active burning to stop trail users from accessing the property. 2. Signage detailing closure and alternative trail route were placed at all property entrances on Aquarius, and entrance to CTC Open Space from Taylor Avenue. 3. Information and photos from the burn were posted on Facebook. 4. City Council and OSAB members were invited to view the event. 10