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Home My WebLink About12-10-19 Heritage Preservation Commission Agenda PacketPage 1 of 2 HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING December 10, 2019 8:30 AM REGULAR MEETING Linda Callon Conference Room, City Hall | 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070 1.Site Visit(s): a.13935 Saratoga Avenue 2.Call to Order: 3.Roll Call- Alexandra Nugent, Annette Stransky, Dr. Jo Rodgers, Marilyn Marchetti and Rina Shah 4.Oral Communications Any member of the public may address the Commission about any matter not on the agenda for this meeting for up to three minutes. Commissioners may not comment on the matter but may choose to place the topic on a future agenda. 5.Approval of the November 19, 2019 Minutes 6.New Business: a.Nomination of Chair and Vice Chair b.13935 Saratoga Avenue-Relocate front porch c.18485 Montpere Way- Consider adding to the Heritage Resource Inventory 7.Old Business: a.Point of Interest Markers language (4) b.Heritage Orchard Master Plan Update c.Project Status update Page 2 of 2 8. Staff Comments 9. Commission Items a. Review of Heritage Resource Inventory and Heritage Lane "script" for December 18, 2019 Council meeting 10. Adjournment In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you are a disabled person and you need a disability-related modification or accommodation to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (408) 868-1216 or dbretschneider@saratoga.ca.us. Requests must be made as early as possible and at least one full business day before the start of the meeting. Any recommendation made by the Heritage Preservation Commission may be appealed to the Planning Commission within ten (10) days of the date of the decision. The appeal shall be taken by filing with the Secretary of the Heritage Preservation Commission a written notice and filing fee within ten (10) days of the date of the decision. In accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act, copies of the staff report, and other materials provided to the Heritage Preservation Commission by City staff in connection with this agenda are available at the office of the Community Development Department Director at 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, California 95070. Any materials distributed by staff after the posting of the agenda are made available for public review at the office of the Director at the time they are distributed to the Heritage Preservation Commission. CERTIFICATE OF POSTING OF AGENDA I, Nicole Johnson, Planner II, for the City of Saratoga, declare that the foregoing agenda for the meeting of the Heritage Preservation Commission was posted and available for public review on December 5, 2019, 2019 at the City of Saratoga, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070 and on the City’s website at www.saratoga.ca.us. Page 1 of 2 HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING Draft Minutes November 19, 2019 8:30 AM SPECIAL MEETING Linda Callon Conference Room, City Hall | 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070 1.Site Visit(s): a.None 2.Call to Order: Chair Marchetti called the meeting to order at 8:34 AM 3.Roll Call- Present: Chair Marilyn Marchetti, Vice Chair Dr. Jo Rodgers, Alexandra Nugent, and Annette Stransky, Rina Shah Absent: None Staff: Nicole Johnson, Planner II Commissioner Shah left the meeting at 10:56 4.Oral Communications None 5.Approval of the November 12, 2019 meeting minutes. STRANSKY/SHAH MOVED TO APPROVE THE MINUTES FOR THE NOVEMBER 12, 2019 MEETING. MOTION PASSED. AYES: NUGENT, SHAH, STRANSKY, RODGERS, MARCHETTI. NOES: NONE. ABSTAIN: NONE. ABSENT: NONE 6.New Business: a.None 7.Staff Comments: Item 5 Page 2 of 2 a. Nicole Johnson discussed the upcoming reorganization of the HPC. 8. Old Business: a. Heritage Lanes and Heritage Resource Inventory- The Commission discussed the intent of the Heritage Lane DPR and the need for a clear process to add a property to the Heritage Resource Inventory. 9. Commission Items a. Commissioner Nugent discussed a CPF webinar topic about obtaining property owner’s consent to be added to historic resource lists. 10. Adjournment Chair Marilyn Marchetti adjourned the meeting at 11:00 AM. Minutes respectfully submitted: Nicole Johnson, Planner II City of Saratoga Page 1 of 2 MEMORANDUM MEETING DATE: December 10, 2019 TO: Heritage Preservation Commission (HPC) FROM: Nicole Johnson, Planner II SUBJECT: Item 6a- Nomination of Chair and Vice Chair The Chair and Vice Chair serve for a term of 1 year. Each Commissioner may only serve as Chair or Vice Chair once during a 4-year term on the Commission. The process of nomination of a new HPC Chair and Vice Chair is as follows; 1. Chair Introduces the Agenda Item 2. Chair calls for a motion to nominate a member to serve as Chair. After someone on the Commission seconds the motion, the Chair can then call on the vote. After the vote, the new Chair can begin facilitating the meeting. 3. The new Chair can then call for a motion to nominate a member to serve as Vice Chair. After someone on the Commission seconds the motion, the Chair can then call on the vote. The Commission can then move on to the remainder of the agenda. Eligible canidates for Chair are:  Alexandra Nugent  Dr. Jo Rodgers (current Vice Chair)  Rina Shah Eligible Canidates for Vice Chair are:  Alexandra Nugent  Annette Stransky  Rina Shah Page 2 of 2 First Name Last Name Term Term Start Term End Chair Vice Chair Rina Shah 1 11/17/2010 12/31/2015 2 1/1/2015 12/31/2018 2016-2017 2015-2016 3 1/1/2019 12/31/2022 Jo Rainie Rodgers 1 1/1/2017 12/31/2020 2018-2019 Alexandra Nugent 1 4/1/2012 12/31/2016 2 1/1/2017 12/30/2020 Annette Stransky 1 1/1/2014 12/31/2017 2016-2017 2 1/1/2018 12/31/2021 2017-2018 Page 1 of 2 MEMORANDUM MEETING DATE: December 10, 2019 TO: Heritage Preservation Commission (HPC) FROM: Nicole Johnson, Planner II SUBJECT: Item 6b- Application No. HPC19-0010-Relocate Front Porch Property Location: 13935 Saratoga Avenue Property APN: 393-45-024 Property Owner: Rajeev Gurnani Trustee & Et Al Background: The property is listed on the Historic Resources Inventory as the Great Lakes Nursery Site, for reasons related to its special elements of the cultural, social, economic history of Saratoga and unique physical characteristics and familiar visual features. The property was added to the City’s Historic Resource Inventory in 1991( HP91-01). Project Description: The property owner is requesting approval to relocate the existing front door/porch to allow for the creation of a larger great room and kitchen area inside the home. The property owner has provided an evaluation of the proposal prepared by Urban Programmers (Bonnie Bamberg) stating that the proposed front door/porch relocation will not will not remove historic materials or significantly alter historic façades. Permit Criteria Present to Section 13-20.070 the Planning Department, on recommendation of the Heritage Preservation Commission, shall authorize a permit if it is determined that the following applicable criteria is met: a.The proposed work is consistent with the purposes and objectives of this Chapter. Page 2 of 2 b. The proposed work does not adversely affect the character of the designated historic landmark, heritage lane or historic district. c. In the case of construction of a new building, structure or other improvement upon or within a designated historic landmark, heritage lane or historic district, the exterior of such improvements will not adversely affect and will be compatible with the external appearance of the existing landmark, lane or district. Staff Recommendation Staff recommends that the HPC consider the applicant’s request to relocate the front door/porch and recommended approval of the project. Attachments: 1. DPR-Great Lakes Nursery Site 2. Evaluation prepared by Urban Programmers dated November 5, 2019 3. Development plans (porch existing proposed locations/elevations shown in red) Mount Diablo State of California - The Resources Agency DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION PRIMARY RECORD NRHP Status Code 4of Great Lakes Nursery site*Resource Name or # HP-91-01 P1. Other identifier: *P2. Location: Santa Clara County*a. County Cupertino*b. USGS 7.5' Quad 1980 Photorevised .8 S.T .1 W.R Saratoga Ave. c. Address:SaratogaCity 95070Zip 10S d. UTM:(give more than one for large and/or linear resources) Zone mE/mN northwest side of Saratoga Avenue northeast of Herriman Avenue. e.Other Locational Data: (e.g., parcel #, directions to resource, elevation, etc., as appropriate) (Assigned by recorder): and (P2b and P2c or P2d. Attach a location map as necessary.) ;; ; The original portion of this stucco house was a simple, one-story Craftsman bungalow from the early-twentieth century. The style was typified by the broad side-gabled roof, knee braces, latticework attic vents, and heavy porch trim. The structure has been altered significantly over the years, with additions to either side on the first floor, and a second story addition over the west end. The house is clad in horizontal tri-bevel drop siding, and the additions closely match the original. Most of the windows have been replaced. At one time, the property also reportedly featured a detached garage, guesthouse, leaded-glass greenhouse, and ponds in the form of the Great Lakes; these appear to have been dismantled. *P3a. Description: (Describe resource and its major elements, include design, material, condition, alterations, size, setting, and boundaries) HP2. Single family property*P3b. Resource Attributes: (List attributes and codes) Building Structure Object Site District Element of District Other (Isolates, etc.)*P4. Resources Present: None Location Map Sketch Map Continuation Sheet Building, Structure, and Object Record Archaeological Record District Record Linear Feature Record Milling Station Record Rock Art Record Artifact Record Photograph Record Other (List): *Attachments: Archives & Architecture: City of Saratoga Statement of Historic Context, 2009. *P11. Report Citation: (Cite survey report and other sources, or enter "none".) View facing west, July 2009. P5b.Description of Photo: (View, date, accession #) Historic Prehistoric Both *P6. Date Constructed/Age and Source: Gill Family Trust et al 13935 Saratoga Ave. Saratoga CA 95070 *P7. Owner and Address: Archives & Architecture, LLC PO Box 1332 San Jose, CA 95109 *P8. Recorded By: (Name, affiliation, and address) 10/26/09*P9. Date Recorded: Reconnaissance *P10. Survey Type: (Describe) c1904, 105 years old. * Required InformationDPR 523A (1/95) Not for Publication Unrestricted 1 393-45-024APN# B.M. F. Maggi, L. Dill, & J. Kusz Date Primary # HRI # Trinomial Other Listings Review Code Reviewer Date Page 13935 Attachment 1 State of California - The Resources Agency DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION BUILDING, STRUCTURE, AND OBJECT RECORD 5S3*NRHP/CRHR Status Code Great Lakes Nursery siteResource Name (Assigned by recorder) 4of Steven S. Jarrett House and Nursery B1. Historic Name: 13935 Saratoga Ave. B2. Common Name: Single family residential B3. Original Use:Single family residentialB4. Present Use: Craftsman*B5. Architectural Style: Constructed circa 1904 or later (most likely about 1920). Addition to rear, side and second story. *B6. Construction History: (Construction date, alterations, and date of alterations) No Yes Unknown*B7. Moved?n/aDate:n/aOriginal Location: Detached greenhouse. *B8. Related Features: Unknown B9a. Architect:Unknownb. Builder: Architecture*B10. Significance: Theme Heritage LaneArea: 1930 - 1937Period of Significance:ResidentialProperty Type:NoneApplicable Criteria: (Discuss importance in terms of historical or architectural context as defined by theme, period and geographic scope. Also address integrity.) Great Lakes Nursery site is listed on the Saratoga Heritage Resources Inventory, included as a part of HP-91-01. It qualified under Criteria a and e: a) the property exemplifies and reflects special elements of the cultural, social, economic, aesthetic, and architectural history of Saratoga; and e) the property embodies unique physical characteristics that represent an established and familiar visual feature of a neighborhood. Great Lakes Nursery site does not appear eligible for the California Register of Historical Resources, as the site as it exists today does not appear to embody distinctively the period in which it served as the Great Lakes Nursery. (Continued on page 4, DPR523L) DPR 523B (1/95)*Required Information B11. Additional Resource Attributes: (list attributes and codes) Saratoga Heritage Preservation Commission, Historic Resources Inventory form, 1989. *B12. References: Listed Heritage ResourceB13. Remarks: Franklin Maggi*B14. Evaluator: October 26, 2009*Date of Evaluation: (Sketch Map with north arrow required.) (This space reserved for official comments.) 2 None Primary # HRI # Page State of California - The Resources Agency DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION LOCATION MAP 4of DPR 523J (1/95)*Required Information * Map Name:Multiple n.t.s.* Scale:Varies* Date of Map: Great Lakes Nursery site*Resource Name or #(Assigned by recorder)3 Primary # HRI # Trinomial Page State of California - The Resources Agency DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION CONTINUATION SHEET 4of DPR 523L (1/95)*Required Information (Continued from page 2, DPR523b, B10) Historical Background The original owner and builder of the house on this property was not determined as a part of this recording. The house has previously been recorded as being built about 1904, however, the form and style of the house indicates a circa 1920 build date. The property was the site of the Great Lakes Nursery, operated by Steven S. Jarrett in the 1930's. The Nursery featured miniature ponds in the shape of the Great Lakes, in which goldfish were raised. Mrs. Jarrett grew 70 varieties of begonias, 200 varieties of succulents and 50 varieties of cactus. Mr. Jarrett died in August, 1937. The property was acquired in 1954 by Howard R. and Ednea Wyberg; Wyberg was a retired railroad engineer and an amateur sculptor. Integrity Altered over time with side additions and replacement windows, as well as the loss of the greenhouse, the house retains only its original location and some original siding and roof forms to represent its associations with the historic site. The feelings associated with the original architectural design, workmanship, materials, and setting have been lost. * Recorded By F. Maggi, L. Dill, & J. Kusz Great Lakes Nursery site*Resource Name or #(Assigned by recorder) Continuation Update10/26/2009* Date Primary # HRI # Trinomial Page 4 Attachment 3 %RQQLH%DPEXUJRZQHU 5LGJHYLHZ$YHQXH 6DQ-RVH&DOLIRUQLD 86$ 3KRQH-- )D[-- (-PDLOEEDPEXUJ#86$QHW Nicole Johnson Saratoga Planning Department Saratoga City Hall 1377 Fruitvale Avenue Saratoga CA 95070 Re: Evaluation of Relocating the Entrance at 13935 Saratoga Avenue, Saratoga Dear Ms. Johnson, Urban Programmers was asked by the owners of 13935 Saratoga Avenue to analyze a proposed relocation of the front entrance to the side of the house. The property is listed as the Great Lakes Nursery in the Saratoga Historic Resource Inventory and the project could adversely impact a historic resource. We conducted 2 site inspections of the property in September and October 2019, and undertook research regarding the history of the property and the extensive remodel in 1991. We studied the configuration of the existing building and landscaping in compareison to the description of the 1930 building and landscaping. The Great Lakes Nursery, office home and landscaping was constructed c. 1930 by Clara Susie Jarrett and her husband Stephen Jarrett. The Business occupied by the property between 1930-and c. 1945. After WWII the property became a single family residence and was remodeled in 1950, and again in 1991.The house remained a Craftsman style, although enlarged and the siding material changed from stucco to horizontal wood. Findings, 1.The front façade including the entrance was remodeled in 1950 and again in 1991. Historic material and the design from 1930 was removed. Relocating the entrance to the side of the front façade will not remove historic materials or significantly alter historic façades. The project to relocate the entrance to the house does not cause an adverse impact to the environment under the CEQA Guidelines. Please contact me if you have questions regarding our observations and findings. 1RYHPEHU Sincerely, Bonnie Bamburg Principal Attachment 2 Page 1 of 1 MEMORANDUM MEETING DATE: December 10, 2019 TO: Heritage Preservation Commission (HPC) FROM: Nicole Johnson, Planner II SUBJECT: Item 6c- Application No. HPC19-0013-Consider adding property to the Heritage Resource Inventory Property Location: 18485 Montpere Way Property APN: 389-26-027 Property Owner: Donald and Gail Randolph Project Description: The wood clad home is a single-story structure designed by the award-winning firm of Anshen & Allen. The style is considered California Modern. This firm designed the other original 37 homes on Montpere Way in 1955. Many of the design elements in the home, such as the open feel to interior spaces, large exposed beams, extensive use of glass and wood, and unique passive- ventilating windows, very much resemble an Eichler home. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends that the HPC adopt the draft resolution (Attachment 1) to add the home to the Heritage Resource Inventory. Attachments: 1.Resolution HP19-009 2.Historic Evaluation with attachments Page 1 of 2 RESOLUTION No. HP19-009 RESOLUTION OF THE HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SARATOGA FOR APPLICATION HPC19-0013 TO UPDATE THE HERITAGE RESOURCE INVENTORY BY INCLUDING THE SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE LOCATED AT 18485 MONTPERE WAY WHEREAS, the Heritage Preservation Commission was established by the City Council in 1982 to assist with and encourage the preservation of Saratoga’s heritage resources, and WHEREAS, one of the Commission’s primary duties, as established in Section 13.10.040(a) of the City Code is to update the Heritage Resource Inventory, and WHEREAS, on December 10, 2019, the Heritage Preservation Commission held a duly noticed public meeting on the subject matter, and considered evidence presented by a Heritage Preservation Commissioner, City staff, the property owner, and other interested parties. NOW THEREFORE, the Heritage Preservation Commission of the City of Saratoga hereby finds, determines and resolves as follows: Section 1: The recitals set forth above are true and correct and incorporated herein by reference. Section 2: The Heritage Preservation Commission has determined that criteria (a), (b), (c) (d) (f) and (g), as established by Section 13.15.010 of Saratoga’s Municipal Code, have been met to include the home located at 18485 Montpere Way in the Heritage Resource Inventory as follows: a.It exemplifies or reflects special elements of the cultural, social, economic, political, aesthetic, engineering or architectural history of the City, the County, the State or the nation. b.It is identified with persons or events significant in local, county, state or national history. Attachment 1 Page 2 of 2 c. It embodies distinctive characteristics of a style, type, period or method of construction, or is a valuable example of the use of indigenous materials. d. It is representative of the notable design or craft of a builder, designer, or architect. f. It represents a significant concentration or continuity of site, buildings, structures or objects, unified by past events or aesthetically by plan or physical or natural development. g. It embodies or contributes to a unique natural setting or environment constituting a distinct area or district within the City having special character or special historical, architectural or aesthetic interest or value. Section 3: The Heritage Preservation Commission hereby approves HPC19-0013 to include the home at 18485 Montpere Way on the Heritage Resource Inventory. PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Heritage Preservation Commission of the City of Saratoga on this 10th day of December 2019 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: Attest: Nicole Johnson, Planner II Secretary, Heritage Preservation Commission Marilyn Marchetti Chair Heritage Preservation Commission City of Saratoga 13777 Fruitvale Avenue Saratoga, California 95070 HERITAGE RESOURCE DESI G NATION FORM Property Address /APN 1: ___________________________________________________ Form completed by (name):_________________________________________________ Site Visit completed (date):_________________________________________________ □Site/Structure recommended for Landmark Status (please check if applicable) □Owner interested in Mills Act Designation (please check if applicable) CURRENT OWNER INFORMATION Owner Name: ____________________________________________________________ Owner Contact Information:________________________________________________ Has the current owner been notified of the nomination?___________________________ Does the current owner have any objection to the nomination?______________________ RESEARCH INFORMATION List and attach copies of materials and sources supporting determination of historical significance (e.g., books, documents, surveys, personal interviews with dates). PHOTOGRAPHS Attach and date comprehensive photographs of all four elevations of the structure or site. DEVELOPMENT PLANS Attach development plans (e.g., site plan, floor plan, etc.) as applicable. DPR/BSO FORM Complete and attach the appropriate DPR or BSO form 2. 1 Assessor Parcel Number 2 Department of Parks and Recreation Primary Record / Building, Structure, and Object Record Marilyn Marchetti, HPC Chair March 8, 2019 Don and Gail Randolf (408) 832-7191 YES NO dfra123@sbcglobal.net 18485 Montpere Way, Saratoga CA 95070 Attachment 2 DESIGNATION CRITERIA – Please check off or circle the qualifying criteria below. The site or structure qualifies for designation because: □ It retains a substantial degree of architectural and structural integrity with respect to the original design AND it meets at least one of the following criteria (two for Landmark status): a) It exemplifies or reflects special elements of the cultural, social, economic, political, aesthetic, engineering or architectural history of the City, the County, the State or the nation; or b) It is identified with persons or events significant in local, county, state or national history; or c) It embodies distinctive characteristics of a style, type, period or method of construction, or is a valuable example of the use of indigenous materials; or d) It is representative of the notable design or craft of a builder, designer, or architect; or e) It embodies or contributes to unique physical characteristics representing an established and familiar visual feature of a neighborhood or district within the City; or f) It represents a significant concentration or continuity of site, buildings, structures or objects, unified by past events or aesthetically by plan or physical or natural development; or g) It embodies or contributes to a unique natural setting or environment constituting a distinct area or district within the City having special character or special historical, architectural or aesthetic interest or value. HISTORIC SIGNIFICANCE Please provide sufficient information to support the criteria selected for designation, including dates, events, and persons associated with the property. • List the ownership history of the property, dating back to the date built. • Identify the name of the original Architect and/or builder • Identify persons significant in local, county, state, or natural history. • Identify the architectural style and the year of original construction • Describe any alterations (addition, remodel, etc.) and date of alteration • Describe the existing condition of the site or structure including any deterioration • Describe any outbuildings/walls/fences on the property • Describe any know relocation of the structure including dates and locations • Describe the property including its approximate dimensions and acreage Heritage Resource Designation Form 18485 Montpere Way, Saratoga CA History Gail and Don Randolf are the third owners of the home located at 18485 Montpere Way. They purchased the house in 1986. This home and the others in the area were first designed by Anshen & Allen and built by developer, Peremont-Montgomery. The Randolf’s are very proud of this historic home and are happy to have it listed on the Historical Inventory Resource List. Description of the home The wood clad home is a single story structure designed by the award winning firm of Anshen & Allen. The style is considered California Modern. This firm designed the other original 37 homes on Montpere Way in 1955. The developer of these unique homes was Peremont-Montgomery. Many of the design elements in this 1530 sq.ft. home, such as the: open feel to interior spaces, large exposed beams, extensive use of glass and wood, and unique passive-ventilating windows, very much resemble an Eichler home. Anshen & Allen designed many Eichler homes. This was the last house built and it is larger and wider than the other homes. The larger-than- standard living room has the original large, long beams. The master bedroom has its original built-in drawers next to the closet. Designation Criteria: a, b, c, d, e, g See attached. Historic Significance 1.Original architect was the firm of Anshen & Williams. The design for the home won an AIA award. The builder / developer was Peremont-Montgomery. 2.The architectural style is known as California Modern, a mid-century modern interpretation. The design is very influenced by the noted developer, Joseph Eichler. Another term sometimes used for these homes is “Lichler.” 3. The home is in very good condition and well cared for, and it is in its original state. Attachments: Photographs County Assessor’s map Page 1 of 1 MEMORANDUM MEETING DATE: December 10, 2019 TO: Heritage Preservation Commission (HPC) FROM: Nicole Johnson, Planner II SUBJECT: Item 7a- Point of Interest Markers Attached is final language from Commissioner Stransky for four (4) Points of Interest Markers; 1. Caledonia Pasteboard Mill 2. Ohlone Indians 3. Saloons 4. Saratoga Paper Mill CALEDONIA PASTEBOARD MILL 1870-1880 PETER SOMERVILLE AND HIS SON WORKED FOR THE SARATOGA PAPER MILL AND DECIDED TO OPEN A PASTEBOARD MILL. BOTH WERE EXPERIENCED FOURTH AND FIFTH GENERATION PAPER MAKERS. PASTEBOARD (CARDBOARD) WAS IN HIGH DEMAND AND COULD BE USED FOR MAKING BOXES. THE SOMERVILLE PASTEBOARD MILL WENT INTO OPERATION IN 1870. IT WAS THE FIRST MILL OF ITS KIND ON THE WEST COAST. PAPER MILLS WERE THE ONLY INDUSTRY IN SARATOGA AT THAT TIME USING STEAM POWER. ABUNDANT WATER AND WOOD FUEL WAS INEXPENSIVE. STEAM WAS USED FOR COOKING THE PULP AND HEATING THE ROLLERS. LOCALLY GROWN WHEAT AND RYE STRAW WAS USED TO MAKE THE PASTEBOARD AND IT WAS DRIED IN OPEN AIR. IN 1879 JAMES AND PETER BROWN PURCHASED THE MILL FROM THE SOMERVILLES. THEY RENAMED THE MILL CALEDONIA PASTEBOARD MILLS AND HIRED ROBERT ORGAM AND AH QUE, BOTH EXPERIENCED IN PAPERMAKING. THE MILL WAS FLOURISHING WITH 10 TO 12 FULL-TIME WORKERS. THE CARDBOARD WAS HAULED IN WAGONS TO SAN JOSE FOR SHIPMENT BY RAIL TO SAN FRANCISCO. IN 1870 THEY EXPANDED OPERATIONS AND MOVED THE MILL TO CORRALITOS, NEAR WATSONVILLE, TO THE SITE OF A FORMER FLOUR MILL. RUNNING OUT OF STRAW, THEY DECIDED TO MOVE TO ANTIOCH in 1902. THEY CHANGED THE NAME TO THE CALIFORNIA PAPER AND BOARD MILL. IN 1912 THE BROWNS SOLD THEIR INTEREST. THE COMPANY WENT ON TO BECOME A DIVISION OF FIBREBOARD PRODUCTS, INC. Item 7a 1 OHLONE INDIANS BEGINNING - TODAY SARATOGA HAD ONE THE OLDEST NATIVE AMERICAN VILLAGES DISCOVERED IN THE BAY AREA. THIS OHLONE VILLAGE WAS AN IMPORTANT SETTLEMENT ON THEIR ROUTE OVER THE SANTA CRUZ MOUNTAINS AND TO THE OCEAN. ARTIFACTS HAVE BEEN DISCOVERED ALONG THE SARATGA CREEK FOR MANY YEARS, THE MUWEKMA OHLONE PEOPLE INHABITED THE LAND FROM THE SAN FRANCISCO BAY TO THE LOWER SALINAS VALLEY. THEY WERE NOMADIC---MOVING ANNUALLY BETWEEN TEMPORARY AND PERMANENT VILLAGE SITES WHILE THEY HUNTED, FISHED, OR GATHERED FOOD. THEY WOULD PERIODICALLY BURN THE LAND TO PROMOTE THE GROWTH OF NATIVE GRASSES FOR SEED GATHERING. TODAY MANY OF THE OHLONE PEOPLE WORK TO KEEP THEIR CULTURE ALIVE. THEY CONTINUE TO PRESERVE AND RESTORE THEIR CULTURAL HISTORY THROUGH EDUCATION, PRESERVATION OF THEIR NATIVE LANGUAGES, AND THE PRACTICE OF CULTURAL STORYTELLING AND DANCE. SALOONS IN EARLY DAY SARATOGA 1850-1890 IN 1847, THE TOWN OF SARATOGA HAD A TRUE FRONTIER FLAVOR. THE STREETS WERE DIRT, THE SIDEWALKS MADE OF WOOD, AND TEAMS OF OXEN OR HORSES WITH COLLARS OF BELLS WOULD TRUDGE THROUGH THE TOWN PULLING WAGONS FILLED WITH LUMBER. THE PERIOD OF 1850 THROUGH THE 1880s BROUGHT PEOPLE WHO WORKED IN THE SAWMILLS. MEN WOULD WORK FOR SIX MONTHS AT A TIME IN THE MOUNTAINS AND THEN COME TO SARATOGA TO RELAX AND SPEND MONEY. THE TOWN BECAME KNOWN FOR GAMBLING AND DRUNKENNESS. THE SALOON WAS TYPICALLY THE SOCIAL CENTER - WHERE IDEAS WERE EXPRESSED FREELY AND SOMETIMES ACCOMPANIED BY FISTS FOR EMPHASIS. DURING THE 1860s THE CIVIL WAR AND LAND GRANT DISPUTES WERE POPULAR TOPICS. AS A RESULT, SARATOGA OBTAINED A REPUTATION THAT TO BE A DRUNK IN SARATOGA WAS THE LAST WORD IN DRUNKENNESS. IT WAS A BELIEF HELD BY SURROUNDING TOWNS. AT ONE TIME THE TOWN HAD BETWEEN SEVEN TO 17 SALOONS TO FIT ALL THIRST REQUIREMENTS. TIRING OF THE DRUNKEN DISPLAYS, THE WOMEN'S CHRISTIAN TEMPERANCE UNION IN 1885 LAUNCHED A CAMPAIGN TO REMOVE OR SHUT DOWN THE SALOONS. IN 1905 THEY WON VICTORY AND TEMPERANCE BECAME PERMANENT. FOR OVER 40 YEARS SARATOGA HAD NO PUBLIC DRINKING PLACES! SARATOGA WAS THE FIRST TOWN IN THE STATE TO ADOPT PROHIBITION. THE SARATOGA PAPER MILL 1868-1883 ERWIN KING AND HIS BROTHER WILLIAM CAME TO SARATOGA IN THE 1860s AND DECIDED TO BUILD A PAPER MILL. PAPER WAS IN DEMAND SINCE MOST HAD TO BE SHIPPED FROM THE EAST COAST. SANTA CLARA VALLEY WAS BOOMING WITH GROWTH. BUILDING MATERIAL AND WOOD FOR FUEL WAS READILY AVAILABLE. WATER PROVIDED THE POWER. AND FARMERS WERE EAGER TO SELL STRAW FOR MAKING PAPER. THE SARATOGA PAPER MILL, ESTABLISHED ON SEPTEMBER 3, 1868, WAS THE FIRST STEAM-POWERED MILL. THE MILL MANUFACTURED ROUGH BROWN PAPER USED FOR MANY THINGS. THE MILL PROSPERED WITH 20 MEN EMPLOYED AND WORKING 12-HOUR DAYS. THE MILL PRODUCED 200 REAMS OF PAPER PER DAY. IN A SHORT TIME THEY BEGAN LOOKING TO EXPAND OPERATION. THE KING BROTHERS TOOK ON A PARTNER WHO ACQUIRED CONTROLLING INTEREST. IN 1883 THE MILL BURNED DOWN WITH THE EXACT CAUSE NEVER DETERMINED. ADOLPH PFISTER DECIDED NOT TO REBUILD DUE TO COMPLAINTS ABOUT THE POLLUTION THE MILL CAUSED. Heritage Preservation Commission Heritage Orchard Master Plan Update Work Plan October 8, 2019 April 2019 •Kick off meeting •Consider a subcommittee for specific tasks May 14-June 11 2019 •Review existing Master Plan and context of the Heritage Orchard •Research similar city orchards •i.e. Los Altos, Santa Clara County, Sunnyvale •Heritage Orchard tour with Matt, Kate and John (completed 4/29/19) July 8 - August 13 2019 •Review and update goals and recommendations for the orchard. •Consider the function of the orchard -working orchard, educational and/or historic center. •Update implementation measures of the plan with phasing schedule September 10- November 12 2019 •Update site inventory and master plan maps •Consider update of photographs and illustrations for Master Plan •Staff to begin processing draft Master Plan December 10- January 14 2019 •Staff finalizes first draft plan and presents to HPC for final review February 11- March 10 2020 •Staff completes final draft Master Plan for reivew by HPC April-May 2020 •Staff prepares report to the City Council •project exempt per CEQA Section 15331 •Presentation of Master Plan to City Council Item 7b From:Annette Stransky To:Marilyn Marchetti Cc:Nicole Johnson Subject:Orchard Plan-- Implementation/Recommendation list Date:Tuesday, December 3, 2019 9:59:56 AM RECOMMENDATIONS (PRIORITY AND NUMBER THIS LIST)- Annette's List 1.Obtain legal consultation for preserving the orchard- new 14.Videotape the seasons of the orchard to use as education-new 15.Docent led orchard walk once or twice a year (Blossom Festival does this)-new 7.Check the City manages pruning and care of Oak trees- new 6.Ensure HPC has communication with Orchardist 1-2 times per year-new 17.Implement an outreach program to surrounding Heritage Orchard cities-new 4.Manage ground squirrels and pests that may threaten new trees. 3.Update the irrigation system. Implement a tree numbering system to keep better records on each tree and to assist when an “Adopt-A-Tree Program” is initiated. would not do. 2.Create a timeline to replace the current dead/diseased trees. 12.Create educational programs that engage the community in the preservation of its heritage orchard. 13.Add an agriculture structure (such as but not limited to a barn) to educate and engage the community. 8.Install the stone signage (Exhibit 8) at front of Orchard, on the corner of Saratoga and Fruitvale Avenues, which was approved by the City Council in 2007. 10..Provide signage within the orchard for history, pet requirements, etc. (Exhibit 9). 18.Maintain existing paths and mindfully add paths if a new structure is installed to ensure that the health of the trees is not threatened. Request the orchardist to report annually to the HPC on the health of the trees, based on annual orchard maintenance tasks and numbered tree records. Implement the Adopt-A-Tree program recommended in the 2001 plan.(would not do) 16.Have an Annual “Harvest Day” to engage the community. Saratoga Residents would be allowed to pick the fruit on “Harvest Day.” (heritage day ok but no picking fruit-reduces orchardist income and damages tress) 5.In the future, replace all dead/diseased trees, at the proper time, in the year that they die. Thus, not a large number of dead trees would be in the orchard at any given time. (This would greatly improve the overall appearance of the orchard.) 11.Introduce education programs that will create a better relationship between the orchardist and the community to ensure the security of the orchard. 9.Agree on the name either Central Park or Heritage Orchard-- and post on the website and all maps accordingly. The name Central Park is very confusing. 19.Paths will need to be recreated each year. Heritage Orchard Master Plan Saratoga, California David Gates & Associates August, 2001 Heritage Preservation Commission Amended December, 2019 TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents ……………….………………………………………….… 1 Acknowledgments ……………..……………………..……………………… 2 Purpose ……………..………………………………………………………… 3 Introduction ………..……………………………………………..…………… 3 Site Description ………………………………………………………………. 4 History ………………………………………………………………………. 5, 6 Review of Previous 2001 Master Plan …………………………………..…. 7 -8 Review of Previous Plans Accomplishments ……………………………… 8 Vision Statement ……………………………………………………………… 9 Objectives ………………………………………………………….……..…… 9 Existing Conditions, Issues and Assumptions …………..………..… 10 - 14 Recommendations …………………………………….…………….…. 15, 16 Orchard Preservation Plan …………………………………………………. 17 Orchard Maintenance Plan, Tasks, Responsibilities & Schedule ………. 18 Plan Implementation ………………………………………….…………..…. 19 Summary …………………………………………………………………..…. 19 Exhibits …………………………………………..……………………… 20 - __ of 1 21 Acknowledgments City Council Mayor - Vice Mayor - Manny Cappello Howard Miller Rishi Kumar Mary-Lynne Bernald Yan Zhao Heritage Preservation Commission Marilyn Marchetti - Chair (2019) ______ - Chair (2020) Jo Rogers Alexandra Nugent Annette Stransky Rina Shah City Staff City Manager - James Lindsey Public Works Director - John Cherbone Community Development Director - Debbie Pedro Staff Support - Nicole Johnson of 2 21 Purpose The Heritage Orchard was placed on the heritage inventory list in 1984 (Exhibit 1). The Heritage Preservation Commission (HPC) has been assigned as the stewards of the master plan since its inception. The Heritage Preservation Commission created a Master Plan in 2001 that addressed orchard preservation, educational opportunities, maximizing the views of the orchard, minimizing intrusion of site improvements, maintaining the orchard and implementing a tree adoption program. In March of 2019, the Saratoga City Manager and the City Council asked the HPC to update the 2001 Master Plan for the Heritage Orchard, requesting a completion date of 2020. The HPC immediately began researching information, which included site visits to Heritage Orchards located in surrounding cities. The commission toured the Saratoga Heritage Orchard with the current Orchardist and the Community Development Director. They also held meetings with the Public Works Director and the Orchardist regarding orchard production and maintenance. The information contained in this report includes the history, vision, objectives and accomplishments of the 2001 Master Plan, key issues faced today and recommendations for updating the Heritage Orchard Master Plan for the continued success and protection of the Heritage Orchard using the best practices and standards of care used in the industry. This Master Plan is a working document which provides the community and its partners a guideline for operations, maintenance and development of the Heritage Orchard, while minimizing disruption and safeguarding the existing unique character and health of the orchard. Introduction The Heritage Orchard is recognized by the residents of Saratoga as a living jewel and community landmark. The working orchard is located at 13650 Saratoga Avenue and is formally called the Central Park (Exhibit 2). The land is bordered by Wildcat Creek, Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga Avenue, and Sacred Heart church. Saratoga Avenue is also a designated Heritage Lane and the orchard adds to its prestige. The land was purchased in 1972 to construct the Saratoga Library and parking lot, which faces Saratoga Avenue. When the addition to the library was added the total land for the library became 4.3 acres. The Central Park Orchard was created in 1984 to preserve the important agricultural heritage of Saratoga. As development encroached on the last remaining orchards in Saratoga, this site was chosen to represent the important early history of Saratoga and the role orchards played as the economic backbone of the town during the period of Horticultural Development (1869-1906). It was preserved as a working orchard, growing apricots, cherries and prunes, because it was one of the last remaining orchards in the city of Saratoga in the 1980s. In 1984 it was designated by the City of Saratoga as a Heritage Landmark.  of 3 21 Site Description The Heritage Orchard is located on the Southwest corner of Saratoga Avenue and Fruitvale Avenue, south of the Saratoga Library, in the City of Saratoga at 13650 Saratoga Avenue. The site is bounded by Saratoga Avenue to the North, Fruitvale Avenue to the East, Wildcat Creek to the South and Sacred Heart Catholic Church and School to the West (see Figure 1). The Heritage Orchard (Designated City Landmark HP-88-01) is also called Central Park Orchard and is a working orchard with approximately 745 apricot trees, 319 prune trees and 279 cherry trees on a 13.9 acre site. (NEED A BETTER PHOTO) of 4 21 Figure 1: Heritage Park History Santa Clara Valley consists of most of Santa Clara County and a small portion of San Benito County. The valley, named after Mission Santa Clara, was known as the “Valley of Heart’s Delight” from 1890 to the 1950s because of its high concentration of fruit orchards. The Heritage Orchard site was originally part of Quito Rancho. In the 1880s it was owned by the Marian family. The property was purchased by FC Cox in the 1920s, who farmed apricots and prunes for 30 years. In the 1950s the land was owned and farmed by three generations of the Seagraves family. In 1900 Edwin Sidney (Everlasting Sunshine) Williams organized a city-wide celebration when the two-year drought ended and called it the Blossom Festival. Wanting people to enjoy the blossoms of the orchards, invitations were issued as far away as San Francisco and hundreds responded on foot, by stage and by train. The day was filled with a parade, food, games, and a blossom and garden tour. Each succeeding year, the event grew in popularity with 20,000 attending one year. Due to its initial success, the Blossom Festival was held each year until WWII. At one time the Santa Clara Valley produced 1/3 of the world’s consumption of prunes. Saratoga had its share of contributions during this time including Glen Una, the largest prune ranch, the Blossom Festival which ran for 41 successive years, and inventions of the prune dipper by Luther Cunningham, whose company became FMC. The valley was the largest fruit producing and packing region in the world, with 39 canneries. Innovations in the areas of planting, drying, canning and care of fruit ﬂourished. After WWII, as men and women returned from the war, high tech ﬁrms were attracted to California. Orchards were pulled to make room for homes and factories, and in the 1960s the Valley of Heart’s Delight became known as Silicon Valley. In 1972, the City of Saratoga bought 11.3 acres to build the Saratoga Library. In 1973, the city bought 4.2 acres, and, in 1977, an additional 2.6 acres were purchased. In 1978, the Novakovich family became the managers of the Heritage Orchard for the city. In 1984, the city approved the DPR survey (Exhibit 3) written by the HPC and placed the orchard on the heritage resource inventory. Note the DPR referred to the property as Central Park Orchard. In 1986, a small sign was placed calling the land Central Park /Heritage Orchard. After that the public began to use the term Heritage Orchard in referring to the site. (reference more current DPR of 2009? (Exhibit 4) ———— As land began to be developed, builders looked to use the Heritage Orchard for other purposes including soccer ﬁelds, a gymnasium and more. The public complained and voted in favor of of 5 21 keeping the orchard as a piece of living history. On October 4, 2000, the City Council released Resolution 00-049 (Exhibit 5) blocking changes to the orchard with the expectation that the orchard would be “maintained in perpetuity.” In 2001, the Master Plan was written by the HPC and approved by the City Council. A Point of Interest application concerning the Heritage Orchard was sent to the state but rejected by the Ofﬁce of Historic Preservation. On April 3, 2002, the City Council issued Resolution 02-021(Exhibit 6) to remove speciﬁc trees from the orchard. In 2005 a gravel trail was added to the orchard connecting the City Hall with the library. The trail was used extensively by Redwood Middle School. From 2000-2007, the orchard was the site for the Mustard Fair. In 2013 the festival resumed and was renamed the Blossom Festival going back to the original name of the festival in 1900. The festival continues to this day to celebrate and draw people from all over the valley. Another asset acquired by the city in 1990 was a classic-style Queen Anne farmhouse and called the Warner Hutton house after its original owner. Built about 1895, the house was once located on 13495 Sousa Lane as part of 200 acres farmed by Warner Hutton and his parents. It was later moved to its present location, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue in 1990. It was listed on the prestigious National Register of Historic Places in 2006 (Exhibit 7). Note: The Warner Hutton house was acquired as a complement to the Heritage Orchard and as part of the agricultural heritage of the city. The house is used for conducting meetings, weddings, and is used for the current Blossom Festival. If a barn is added to the property it will complete the setting of a typical orchard of the 1900s. of 6 21 Review of Previous 2001 Master Plan The 2001 Heritage Orchard Plan provided an overview of the history and makeup of the Central Park Heritage Orchard, as well as guidelines for renovating the orchard and recommendations for its future use. The Plan included six goals: 1.Preserve the orchard as a functioning agrarian entity or enterprise. 2.Provide educational opportunities to learn about agricultural history in the area and orchard management and operations. 3.Maximize views of the orchard from the surrounding area to ensure the orchard is an important part of the community’s image. 4.Minimize intrusion of site improvements into the orchard that may disrupt orchard maintenance operations or impact the ‘natural appearance’ of the orchard. 5.Ensure orchard is maintained in optimum health by implementing necessary orchard maintenance and replacement programs. 6.Implement a Tree Adoption Program. In the 2001 Master Plan, the Heritage Preservation Commission recommended the City replace any dead or declining trees. At the time, the orchard consisted of three types of Prunus trees - Apricots, Prunes and Cherry. The Master Plan called for the immediate replacement of 298 trees that were either dead or missing and 154 that were declining. At the time the Master Plan was created, the Heritage Orchard included some native oaks and other, non-orchard trees. The HPC recommended the City retain these trees, due to their historic relationship to the orchard, noting that only “orchard trees” (fruit) would be planted in the future. The HPC expressed concern for the impact of pedestrian trafﬁc through the orchard and recommended that any pedestrian paths be “hard-packed, dirt paths” that would be created on a yearly basis. The HPC recommended a spray irrigation system be developed, in a “discing pattern” between the tree rows. It was recommended that the system not only make use of the local metered water but also explore the creation of a sustainable well system that included a “booster pump or holding tank system.” It was determined that a feasibility test would be needed to conﬁrm the viability of a well at this site. Three HPC recommendations that were not implemented include (1.) Construction of an orchard maintenance/educational program “barn” on the eastern portion of the site. To help promote community involvement in the orchard, the HPC also recommended. (2.) A tree adoption program. (3.) A prominent sign at the corner of Fruitvale and Saratoga Avenues, to identify the location of the Heritage Orchard. *Note: The currently HPC is recommending that these three items be accomplished as soon as possible. of 7 21 The proposed Master Plan of 2001 implementation was divided into two phases. Phase One focused on several capital improvements, including the removal of dead/declining trees, determining the feasibility of a well, and designing an irrigation system. Phase Two included planting bare root trees, well construction, and installing the irrigation system. Previous Plans Accomplishments Provided a Master Plan documenting objectives. Preserved the Orchard through the City Council resolution. Provided a pedestrian path connecting CIty Hall with the Library. Installed a permanent irrigation system in the orchard. Installed a well with a booster pump for irrigation water supply. of 8 21 Vision Statement “The vision for the Heritage Orchard is to preserve, into perpetuity, the rich agricultural history of Saratoga for the education, involvement and enjoyment of the community.” This vision statement builds upon the achievements of the previous Master Plan for preserving this scenic symbol of history, as well as continues to involve the residents of Saratoga in the unique life of a working orchard. Objectives of the Orchard Master Plan (PRIORITIZE THE LIST) 1.Preserve the 13.9-acre orchard as a working, productive orchard. 2.Protect the 13.9-acre orchard in perpetuity by taking the appropriate legal steps as described in the Orchard Preservation section of this plan on page 14. 3.Provide guidelines for the proper stewardship and best practices of the orchard. 4.Provide and encourage educational opportunities and events to learn about the agricultural history of the area which will engage the community. 5.Provide guidelines for orchard management and operation. 6.Provide prominent signage on the corner of Saratoga Avenue and Fruitvale Avenue. 7.Provide informational signage in the orchard. 8.Maximize views of the orchard from the surrounding area to ensure the orchard is an important part of the community image. 9.Ensure that there is minimal intrusion of the site and orchard when improvements are added so there is no disruption to the orchard maintenance operations and no impact on the natural appearance of the orchard. 10.Maintain the orchard’s optimum health by implementing necessary orchard maintenance and tree replacement programs. 11.Develop an outreach program to surrounding communities that have heritage orchards to share ideas. 12.Make recommendations for improving the ongoing health of the orchard and its use. 13.Encourage active citizen involvement in the development and management of the orchard. 14.Investigate and pursue avenues for citizen involvement. 15.Foster and encourage a network program with other Heritage Orchard program directors in the county.  of 9 21 Existing Conditions, Issues and Assumptions 1.Preservation of the Orchard Existing Conditions: The Heritage Orchard is the only park in the City of Saratoga that preserves and celebrates Saratoga’s rich agricultural history. *ADD CURRENT ZONING INFORMATION AND GENERAL PLAN NOTE* Issues: The site does not have adequate city or state recognition. The public is not engaged or even have a knowledge of the orchards signiﬁcance to the community. Assumptions: The HPC assumes that the orchard will be secured for future generations. That there will be additions and programs to engage the public and gain their continued appreciation of the land usage and history. 2.Size and Use of the Orchard Existing Conditions: The orchard is composed of approximately 13.9 acres and consists of fruit trees that produce fruit crops that are grown for sale by the orchardist. Issues: Any use, such as educational opportunities, community events, marketing efforts and campaigns could impact the health of the trees and the harvesting and distribution/sale of the fruit. Assumptions: That any decisions to place structures in the orchard, or community uses of the orchard must consider the impact these changes might have on the current health or the future number of trees in the orchard and manage the uses properly. 3.Inventory of Trees Existing Conditions: Approximately 1,400 fruit trees grow in the orchard, comprised of approximately 900 apricot trees, 300 prune plums and 200 cherry trees. There are some mature coast live oak trees growing among the fruit trees. The City is responsible for the are of the oak trees. Page 4 of this document under site description says: 745 apricot trees, 319 prune trees and 279 cherry trees Which is accurate or use one description for consistency. GET CORRECT INFORMATION! List number of Oak. Issues: The non-orchard, oak trees and other tree types have a historic value and may provide habitat for wildlife living in this area. These non-orchard trees may be threatening the health of the fruit-bearing orchard trees. Assumptions: If and when an orchard tree dies or needs to be removed, it would be replaced with an orchard tree. Although the oak trees and non-orchard trees may have a historic value, it is assumed that if they became diseased or need to be removed, they will be replaced by a fruit-bearing orchard tree. The City would continue annual thinning and caring for all non-orchard trees. of 10 21 4. Orchard Maintenance Existing Conditions: There is a monthly maintenance chart that includes the tasks performed each month. Issues: No herbicides are allowed, but fungicide use is okay until an organic substitute is developed. Assumptions: It is assumed that all orchard maintenance will adhere to the requirements in the SCOPE OF WORK section of the current maintenance contract with the current orchardist. That a proper schedule for maintenance, such as the one suggested on page 18 fo this plan, be adhered to. Those that manage the orchard will work towards 100% natural farming over time. 5. Tree Irrigation Existing Conditions: The City of Saratoga currently has a well in the orchard which is used to irrigate the trees. An above-ground sprinkler system is currently installed. Issues: The current system is outdated and has problems. Assumptions: That an updated irrigation system, such as a system that allows cross-discing would be installed. 6. Climate and Air Quality Existing Conditions: Given climate change and global warming, the area will continue to see warmer days and drier conditions. Issues: Air quality is an issue, for both trees and visitors, as Spare-the-Air days become more common. Assumptions: The HPC assumes climate and air quality will be considered when planning for the continued health of the trees and when timing educational activities and events in the orchard. 7. Soil Conditions Exsiting Conditions: The soil in the orchard is a dry, clay type of soil. Weeds are managed with mowing and manual weed whacking. Issues: The quality of the soil in the orchard is impacted by climate, human and animal interactions, fertilizers, water and conservation efforts. Assumptions: That an evaluated and annually updated maintenance plan is implemented and followed, and that soil nutrients and fertilization are introduced when testing shows it is of 11 21 necessary to properly care for the trees. That a more adequate system such as cross- discing be installed. 8. Pedestrian Pathways Existing Conditions: There is currently one path of travel into the orchard, from the southern corner of the orchard at Fruitvale Avenue, to the library. Issues: The current path, along with any additional paths constructed to link visitors with a future structure may impact the health of the orchard. Assumptions: That when maintaining the current path and planning future paths the designers, and those responsible for maintaining the paths, are mindful of the impact that pathways will have on the health of the orchard. Pedestrian paths in the orchard shall have minimal impact on the natural appearance of the orchard and not interfere with maintenance. Pedestrian access through the orchard should be limited to hard-packed, dirt paths created by dragging or rolling a disced area to create an even smoother surface. Paths will need to be recreated each year. 9. Wildlife and Domesticated Animals Existing Conditions: The existing orchard provides a habitat for a variety of local wildlife, including coyotes, deer, bobcats, raccoons, skunks, opossums, birds, squirrels and gophers. The orchard does not have a policy for the use of the park by residents with domestic dogs. Issues: The orchard currently has a serious ground squirrel problem (and has for the past ﬁve years) that needs to be addressed. Wildlife, such as the ground squirrels and gophers, are not welcome visitors in the orchard and cause serious problems to the young trees. Birds, deer and some other wildlife can also be a problem with damaging trees and their fruit and eating the fruit. New trees cannot be planted until the issue with the ground squirrels is under control. Assumptions: That proper precautions will be used to deter unwanted wildlife at all times with an ongoing abatement plan. It is also assumed that a domesticated pet policy will be adopted and signs placed in or near the orchard to support the city’s policy with regard to pets being on a leash. 10. Security Existing Conditions: The orchard is not fenced. There are signs warning people not to pick the fruit, however, people do take both individual pieces of fruit, and sometimes ﬁll bags of fruit. of 12 21 Issues: People stealing the fruit from the orchard decreases the amount of fruit available to the orchardist. People walking off the paths and taking the fruit could damage the trees and the soil. Assumptions: That programs will be introduced to educate the public so security would not be an issue. 11. Capacity Existing Conditions: Children use the path through the park to walk from school to the library. Currently, the Blossom Festival is the only major event that takes place in the park, with tables and activities set up along the path to the library. Issues: With the prospect of new community involvement efforts, in the form of educational programs and events, a risk of going over-capacity may affect the health of the orchard. Assumptions: That there would be a communication plan in place to ensure that there would not be major events scheduled on the same date with adjacent properties. 12. Adjacent Properties Existing Conditions: The site is bounded by Saratoga Avenue to the North, Fruitvale Avenue to the East, Wildcat Creek to the South and Sacred Heart Catholic Church and School to the West. Issues: Any increased community involvement in the orchard could impact the surrounding properties. Assumptions: That a communication network with the Library and Sacred Heart Church be adopted to assure that there are not event date conﬂicts with events happening the orchard. 13. Structures Existing Conditions: Currently there are no buildings in the orchard. Issues: The addition of a structure will impact the number of trees possible in the orchard. Assumptions: That programs would be incorporated to justify the addition of an agricultural structure which allows for education of the public and having them become more engaged in the community. 14. Utilities Existing Conditions: There are no public utilities in the orchard. of 13 21 Issues: There are no public restrooms, other than those found in the library. People attending educational events will need restroom facilities. There is currently no drinkable water in the orchard for visitors participating in educational activities or events held in the orchard. Assumptions: That if an agricultural structure is added there will eventually be public restrooms and utilities brought to the structure to support this addition. The library restrooms are not an adequate option. For any utilities (water, sewer and electrical lines, etc.) brought into the orchard area, the HPC expects those managing the placement of such lines will be mindful of the location, so they will not impact the success and operations of the orchard. 15. Entrance Signage Existing Conditions: There is not adequate signage at the orchard entrance. Issues: The entrance signage that was approved by the council in 2007 was never installed. (See Exhibit 8) ANNETTE’S COMMENT: This signage should be reviewed again-- I am not sure it was approved. Personally I think there are two entrances to the Heritage Orchard-- one at the beginning and one at the ending of the path through the orchard. Additionally the Heritage Orchard could be advertised on the corner as proposed. The two signs on either end of the path would be smaller than the one proposed for the corner. Get rid of the redwood sign saying Central Park! Assumptions: That the signage that was approved in 2007 for the corner of Saratoga and Fruitvale Avenues be installed after updating and including lighting. National Register of Historic Places 16. Parking, Trafﬁc and Transit Existing Conditions: The Saratoga Library includes a parking lot at the edge of the orchard. Issues: The library is often crowded and the parking lot can ﬁll. During the Blossom Festival, cars also park along Saratoga and Fruitvale avenues creating parking issues. Assumptions: Parking to accommodate visitors to the orchard needs to be assessed. That letters will continue to be sent prior to the Blossom Festival and other events to alert West Valley College, St. Andrews, Sacred Heart, Redwood Middle School etc. of the event. That a communication system be adopted to communicate with these properties to be sure there are no conﬂicting events. *NOTE: At West Valley College the process is very simple; ﬁll out the form and get an entire lot for $20. of 14 21 RECOMMENDATIONS (PRIORITY AND NUMBER THIS LIST) Manage ground squirrels and pests that may threaten new trees. Update the irrigation system. Implement a tree numbering system to keep better records on each tree and to assist when an “Adopt-A-Tree Program” is initiated. Create a timeline to replace the current dead/diseased trees. Create educational programs that engage the community in the preservation of its heritage orchard. Add an agriculture structure (such as but not limited to a barn) to educate and engage the community. Install the stone signage (Exhibit 8) at front of Orchard, on the corner of Saratoga and Fruitvale Avenues, which was approved by the City Council in 2007. Provide signage within the orchard for history, pet requirements, etc. (Exhibit 9). Maintain existing paths and mindfully add paths if a new structure is installed to ensure that the health of the trees is not threatened. Request the orchardist to report annually to the HPC on the health of the trees, based on annual orchard maintenance tasks and numbered tree records. Implement the Adopt-A-Tree program recommended in the 2001 plan. Have an Annual “Harvest Day” to engage the community. Saratoga Residents would be allowed to pick the fruit on “Harvest Day.” In the future, replace all dead/diseased trees, at the proper time, in the year that they die. Thus, not a large number of dead trees would be in the orchard at any given time. (This would greatly improve the overall appearance of the orchard.) Introduce education programs that will create a better relationship between the orchardist and the community to ensure the security of the orchard. Agree on the name either Central Park or Heritage Orchard-- and post on the website and all maps accordingly. The name Central Park is very confusing. Paths will need to be recreated each year. of 15 21 Recommendations continued of 16 21 Orchard Preservation Plan A primary objective of the management of the Heritage Orchard is the preservation of the Orchard into perpetuity. The HPC has determined that the highest level of protection to preserve the Heritage Orchard into perpetuity is to require an amendment to the original City Council resolution. The amendment would reference and be supported with updated, technically accurate land surveys. The original City Council Resolution No. 00-049, passed and adopted by the council on October 4, 2000, noted that the orchard “should be maintained in perpetuity for the enjoyment of generations to come.” However, the resolution did not speciﬁcally reference the necessary land boundaries, an official survey, acreage or elements of the orchard. In order to further ensure the protection of the orchard it is recommended that a licensed, professional survey company perform and provide: •Updated land, boundary and/or ALTA surveys •Detailed maps and utilization of photogrammetry technology to enhance the documentation for the existing boundaries and elements of the orchard property •Updated surveys results that would be important addenda to the Master Plan •Other survey services and photographic data that would provide useful tools for the maintenance handbook, as well as the updated Master Plan It is advised and imperative that the City Council issue an amended resolution to No. 00-049 that references the updated land surveys. The reference would ensure that none of the documented, surveyed orchard property would be vulnerable to sale or boundary limitation by future City Councils or adverse consequences due to actions by other entities. With the goal of protection in perpetuity in mind, it is strongly advised that an attorney review the options and documents, affording the strongest legal wording for the amended resolution. of 17 21 Orchard Maintenance Plan Orchard maintenance shall consist of, but is not limited to, the following tasks to manage the Heritage Orchard to ensure normal, vigorous, healthy and safe growth of the orchard, using the best management horticultural practices available. Following the requirements of the maintenance contract with the orchardist, the following guidelines are suggested. (NEED TO ADD CHECK PATHS - CITY RESPONSIBILITY???) of 18 21 Plan Implementtion (______) To implement the recommendations as listed on page 14 of this plan. Summary (____) x of 19 21 Exhibits Exhibit 1 - Orchard on Historic Resource Inventory List (page 3) Exhibit 2 - “Central Park” document (page 3) Exhibit 3 - 1984 DPR (page 5) Exhibit 4 - 2009 DPR (page 5) Exhibit 5 - Resolution 00-049 (page 6) Exhibit 6 - Resolution 02-021 (page 6) Exhibit 7 - Warren Hutton House on National Register of Historic Places (page 6) Exhibit 8 - Signage in front of the Heritage Orchard (pages 14 & 15) of 20 21 Exhibit 9 - Example of Signage within the Orchard (page 15) of 21 21 Project Status Worksheet Staff/Commissioner Assigned Status Heritage Resource Inventory Candidates Structures 14625 Big Basin Way Stransky 14285 Saratoga Av Rodgers 18495 Montpere Way Marchetti 13650 Saratoga Av (Library)Stransky Hold 13716 Saratoga Av Sacred Heart Rodgers 19246 DeHavilland Nugent 19222 DeHavilland Nugent 19223 DeHavilland Nugent 20520 Marion Rd Shah 20602 Marion Rd Shah 20996-21398 Congress Springs Rd (Quarry)Nugent 18530 Montpere Way Rodgers 14301 Saratoga Av Rodgers Commissioner sent letter in 2017 to property owner. No response. Draft historic survey submitted May 2019. Due to length of time since previous correspondence, letter will be prepared by staff to send to property owner to commence a new 45 day review. 14321 Lutheria Way Stransky 20290 Orchard Road Stransky 20328 Orchard Road Stransky Letter sent for 45 day comment period. Period up on January 14th. On January 2, 2019, staff was informed that the property owner is not interested in having their house on the inventory. 20350 Orchard Road Stransky Letter sent for 45 day comment period. Period up on January 14th. Owner has contacted City and is hesitant about being put on inventory. Staff provided additional information and owner will contact City whether or not they are interested. 14220 Elva Ave - Russian Church Stransky Letter sent for 45 day comment period. Period up on January 14th. Church responded that they do not want to be included on the inventory 14104 Oak St Stransky 14791 Oak St 20318 Saratoga-Los Gatos Road Stransky Owner in support of being on the inventory. Additional research needed 14404 Quito Rd Stransky 14900 Montalvo Road Stransky 20331 Orchard Road Stransky Other 14120 Shadow Oaks - Tree Stransky 14250 Douglas Stransky Historic Landmark Markers (Point of Interest) IN PROGRESS ITEMS Page 1 of 3 12/5/2019 Project Status Worksheet Staff/Commissioner Assigned Status Ohlone Indians Stranksy Final text to be presented at 12/10/19 HPC meeting Saloons Stranksy Final text to be presented at 12/10/19 HPC meeting Urban Railroad Paper Mills (2)Stranksy Final text to be presented at 12/10/19 HPC meeting Paste Board Mill Stranksy Final text to be presented at 12/10/19 HPC meeting Heritage Orchard Master Plan Update In progress Saratoga Ave Heritage Lane Inventory Village Inventory Heritage Plaques/Signage Memorial Park Madronia Cemetary Heritage Orchard WWI Memorial Arch Johnson Website for this no longer exists Heritage Lane Ord. Amendment Johnson Scheduled for December 18, 2019 City Council Meeting Heritage Rescource Inventory Ord. Amendment Johnson Scheduled for December 18, 2019 City Council Meeting Grover House Development Update Staff Ongoing Training Events Blossom Festival 2020 State of the City 2021 Arbor Day 2020 Preservation Month 2020 Approved 8,500.00 Balance 8,377.31 Other Allocation for FY 19-20 (For POI Markers & Training) Page 2 of 3 12/5/2019 Year/Fiscal Year Notes Added 18500 Montpere Way 2015 19277 Shubert Dr 2017-2018 Lutheria Way Entrance Posts 14200 & 14221 Lutheria Way 2018-2019 13601 Saratoga Av St Andrew's 2018-2019 19461 DeHavilland Drive 2019-2020 Entrance Planter 19152 DeHavilland Drive 2019-2020 Entrance Planter 20390 Park Place 2019-2020 Saratoga Federated Church Bell 19201 Shubert Drive 2019-2020 Entrance Planter 19401 Shubert Drive 2019-2020 Entrance Planter 20331 Orchard Road 2019-2020 Peck House Discontinued 19365 Allendale 2017 Owner did not want house on Inventory Added 20331 Orchard Road 2019-2020 Peck House Discontinued 20021 Bella Vista 2014 Lack of owner consent 14501-14503 Big Basin Way 2014 Lack of owner consent plus not eligible as it lacks sufficient integrity to its original design 14251 Fruitvale 2014 Lack of owner consent 14519 Big Basin Way 2014 Lack of owner consent 14413-14415 Big Basin Way (20640 Third St)2014 Lack of owner consent plus not eligible as it lacks sufficient integrity to its original design 14495 Big Basin Way 2014 Lack of owner consent plus not eligible as it lacks sufficient integrity to its original design 14754 Pierce Rd 2014 Lack of owner consent Old Grandview Ranch 2015 Owner did not want house as a landmark Heritage Tree Inventory Added Palm Trees - Yerba Santa Court 2017-2018 Point of Interest Markers Installed 2017-2018 2017-2018 Village Design Guidelines 2019 Approved by CC 8/21/19 Publications Heritage Tree Guidebook 2017 FAQ's Historic Preservation 2017 FAQ's Heritage Trees 2017 FAQ's Mills Act 2017-2018 FAQ's Landmarks 2017-2018 Training Federal Fiscal Year Webinar CA Modern Architecture 2017/2018 Webinar Identifying and Treating Historic Wood 2018/2019 Webinar Examples in Sourcing and Repairing California's Historic Stone Architecture 2018/2019 Completed/Discontinued Heritage Resource Inventory Landmarks We understand that the City Council is considering a change in the Chapter 13 ordinance that defines the process for preserving our city's historic resources. One of the duties of the HPC is to review and comment upon any proposed ordinances or policies that relate to heritage resources. Tonight we offer our initial feedback on this topic. The City has long followed State recommendation to survey and document the historical significance of all historic buildings. The result of this research is the Historic Resource Inventory, which serves as a guide for the City to determine which buildings, lanes or districts to preserve. The State also recommends that cities periodically review and update their inventory of historic resources, to add buildings that were previously overlooked or to recognize those buildings that have gained new significance. We realize that residents often misunderstand the meaning and intent of the City’s historic resource inventory. The success of Saratoga’s preservation efforts relies on the support and participation of its residents, and it is the HPC’s duty to promote and participate in public information and educational programs that promote a better understanding of our heritage resources. We continue to expand our educational efforts and we welcome any suggestions from the Council. We understand that residents often don’t know there are benefits to being listed on the historic resource inventory. •The Heritage Resource Inventory is an inventory of structures that have been selected as examples of historic or architectural value. It is an honor to be on the inventory because the structures help our city retain its historic look and feel. •Few structures qualify because the criteria is so high. The inventory does not impact the resale value of a home or property and may enhance it. •Being on the inventory does not mean you cannot make changes to the structure-- you can. And in some instances the Heritage Preservation Commission can help you make changes more effectively. •Once on the inventory-- the structure may qualify for landmark status which includes the opportunity to take advantage of the Mills Act and receive tax advantages. We also understand that some property owners feel that they should be the one who determines whether their home deserves recognition as an historic building. However, it is the HPC that has the expertise to determine which buildings have historic significance and which buildings should be recognized on the resource inventory. As noted in the California Office of Historic Preservation’s publication “Drafting Effective Historic Preservation Ordinances,” some court cases have determined that allowing a property owner to opt out of the regulatory process amounts to “an unlawful delegation of decision- making authority” to the property owner. SHPO also notes that (AND I QUOTE) “it is difficult to create an effective historic preservation program if owner consent is required.” Item 9a Finally, the fact that an historic property is not listed in our local resource inventory does not preclude the city from determining that a building may be an historical resource and it does not automatically exclude the building from applicable CEQA provisions. Although the memos from City staff and the City Attorney warn of potential CEQA impacts on any future Resource Inventory buildings, CEQA has long required the City to prepare EIRs for any proposed projects with significant environmental impacts. While it is true that buildings listed on the resource inventory cannot be granted a CEQA exemption, it is also true that CEQA applies to any historic property if approval of a project involves discretionary actions by City staff – actions that include the exercise of judgment, deliberation or decision making on the part of staff. To date, the City has rarely required environmental review for any projects involving buildings listed on the Resource Inventory. Respectfully, it is the HPC’s recommendation that the ordinance remain as is and that the commission be allowed to continue its important work, as recommended by the State of California.