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Governor Reagan's Trip to
Irvine Coast
Monday, May 201/ 1974 - 9:30 a.m.
Governor Reagan's Tour of the Irvine Coast Park Bond Project, 9:30 a.m., May 20, 1974
FACT SHEET
1974 Park Bond Act
Southern California Benefits
(10 counties)
Imperial - Kern - Los Angeles - Orange - Riverside - San Bernardino - San Diego -
San Luis Obispo - Santa Barbara - Ventura.
State Beach, Park, Recreational and Historical Facilities Bond Act of 1974 - $250,000,000
Southern California Benefits
1.
Of the $90 million for local government, $49,973,944 will go to the
10 Southern California counties for local park and recreation projects.
2.
Of the $90 million for State acquisition, 66% will be spent for projects
in the 10 Southern California counties to provide:
a.
Six new State park units (Los Angeles County Beach, Century Ranch,
Poppy Preserve, Los Angeles County; Irvine Coast, Orange Co.; Temecula
Canyon, Riverside Co.; Rancho Guejito, San Diego Co.).
b. An off-road vehicle area within easy travel distance of the metro-
politan Los Angeles area.
C. $1 million to buy land for trails linking Griffith Park with the
Santa Monica Mountains project.
d. Major additions to nine State park units (Morro Bay and Pismo, San
Luis Obispo Co.; El Capitan, Santa Barbara Co.; Malibu Lagoon, Point
Dume, and Santa Monica Mountains, Los Angeles Co.; South Carlsbad and
Border Field, San Diego Co.; and Anza-Borrego Desert, San Diego,
Imperial and Riverside Counties).
e.
Acquisition of inholdings at 16 State park units.
f. Land acquisition at two State Historic Parks, to preserve the histori-
cal integrity of the units (La Purisima Mission, Santa Barbara Co.;
and 01d Town San Diego, San Diego Co.).
g. Land for trails.
3.
Of the $60 million for State development, 57% would be spent in the 10
Southern California counties to provide:
a.
Nine new campgrounds at State park units (Huntington, Orange Co.;
Mt. San Jacinto, Riverside Co.; San Onofre and Torrey Pines State
Beaches, San Diego Co.; Montana de Oro and San Simeon, San Luis
Obispo Co.; Gaviota, Santa Barbara Co.; and Erma Wood and Point Mugu,
Ventura Co.).
b.
Day-use facilities at nine State park units (Century Ranch, Malibu
Lagoon, Topanga Beach and Santa Monica Mountains, Los Angeles Co.;
Huntington, Orange Co.; Border Field and San Onofre, San Diego Co.;
Montana de Oro and San Simeon, San Luis Obispo Co.).
c.
Two major trail systems (77 miles of bicycle and hiking trails in
Ventura and Los Angeles Counties; 60 miles of riding and hiking
trails in the Santa Monica Mountains).
d.
Development at three State Historic Parks (Los Encinos and Pio Pico,
Los Angeles Co.; 01d Town San Diego, San Diego Co.).
e.
Miscellaneous development - utilities - undergrounding of overhead
utility lines.
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Election Day: June 4, 1974
E-4/1-3
Governor Reagan's tour of the Irvine Coast Park Bond Project, 9:30 a.m., May 20, 1974
FACT SHEET
1974 Park Bond Act
Irvine Coast
The Irvine Coast project, a new beach park, is proposed for funding under the
$250 million State Beach, Park, Recreational and Historical Facilities Bond Act of
1974.
Irvine Coast Project - Orange County
A new beach park of approximately 1,600 acres would include 18,500 feet of excellent
sandy beach along the ocean. The beach would reach from Newport Beach south to
Laguna Beach. Los Trancos Canyon and Moro Canyon would offer hiking opportunities.
The exact boundaries of the project have not been defined as yet, but acquisition
will include the beach frontage and some portions of the two canyons.
The area is within one hour's drive of both the Los Angeles and San Diego metro-
politan areas, and would be excellent for day-use including picnicking, hiking,
beach play, water sports and fishing.
$7.6 million of general funds have been appropriated for this purchase, to be repaid
from the general fund. The money was appropriated by Senate Bill 1089, introduced
by Senator Dennis Carpenter of Orange County. I signed the bill on October 2, 1973.
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Election Day: June 4, 1974
OFFICE OF GOVERNOR RONALD REAGAN
MEMO TO THE PRESS
Sacramento, California 95814
Clyde Walthall, Press Secretary
916-445-4571
5-15-74
#297
Governor Reagan will visit a section of the coast near Newport
Beach Monday, May 20, on behalf of the Committee for Proposition 1, the
Recreational Lands Bond Act. The governor will arrive at the site at
9:30 a.m. The site is located on the coastal bluffs approximately
one mile southeast of the intersection of Jamboree Road and Pacific Coast
Highway. Section of the coast to be visited is included in the 1,600
acres that will be purchased by the state if Proposition 1 is approved
by the voters at the June 4 primary election. Press coverage, of
course, is invited.
Following his visit to the beach, the governor will tour the
San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station from 11 a.m. to 12 noon.
Newsmen wishing to accompany the governor on the tour of San Onofre
must have security clearance under regulations of the Atomic Energy
Commission. Security clearances can be obtained by calling Ron
Ketchum (213-572-1984) or Stan Cann (213-572-2241) no later than
Thursday, May 16. Ketchum and Cann are plant officials. Press
coverage is invited, but security clearances are required before
newsmen--or anyone else--may enter the plant.
# # #
Senate Bill No. 1089
CHAPTER 1121
An act to add Section 5096.99 to the Public Resources Code, relating
to the state park system, making an appropriation therefor, and
declaring the urgency thereof, to take effect immediately.
[Approved by Governor October 2, 1973. Filed with
Secretary of State October 2, 1973.]
LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL'S DIGEST
SB 1089, Carpenter. State park system.
Appropriates $7,600,000 from the General Fund to the Depart-
ment of Parks and Recreation for the acquisition of lands located
between Newport Beach and Laguna Beach for the state park system
in the 1973-74 fiscal year.
Requires such acquisition to be subject to the provisions of the
Property Acquisition Law, subject to the contribution to the state by
the seller of one-half the appraised value of the property to be ac-
quired for park purposes, and subject to the seller receiving no more
than $7,600,000 from the state for the property.
Amends the State Beach, Park, Recreational, and Historical Facili-
ties Bond Act of 1974 to require bond act moneys to be expended to
reimburse the General Fund for any expenditure of moneys for such
acquisition made pursuant to this act, provided that the project shall
have been recommended by the State Park and Recreation Commis-
sion and reviewed by the Secretary of the Resources Agency prior
to such expenditure.
To take effect immediately, urgency statute.
The people of the State of California do enact as follows:
SECTION 1. There is hereby appropriated from the General
Fund to the Department of Parks and Recreation the sum of seven
million six hundred thousand dollars ($7,600,000) for the acquisition
of lands located between Newport Beach and Laguna Beach for the
state park system in the 1973-74 fiscal year. Such acquisition shall be
subject to the provisions of the Property Acquisition Law (Part 11
(commencing with Section 15850) of Division 3 of Title 2 of the
Government Code), subject to the contribution to the state by the
seller of one-half the appraised value of the property to be acquired
for park purposes, and subject to the seller receiving no more than
the sum of seven million six hundred thousand dollars ($7,600,000)
from the state for the property.
SEC. 2. Section 5096.99 is added to the Public Resources Code, to
read:
5096.99. Moneys deposited in the State Beach, Park, Recreational,
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Ch. 1121
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and Historical Facilities Fund of 1974 shall be used to reimburse the
General Fund for any expenditure of moneys for the acquisition of
lands located between Newport Beach and Laguna Beach for the
state park system made pursuant to the enactment of Senate Bill No.
1089 of the 1973-74 Regular Session of the Legislature; provided, that
such project shall have been recommended by the State Park and
Recreation Commission and reviewed by the Secretary of the
Resources Agency prior to such General Fund expenditure.
SEC. 3. This act is an urgency statute necessary for the
immediate preservation of the public peace, health, or safety within
the meaning of Article IV of the Constitution and shall go into
immediate effect. The facts constituting such necessity are:
Certain lands of unique environmental and recreational value are
presently being offered for immediate sale, and, in order for the state
to acquire and preserve such lands, it is necessary that this act take
immediate effect.
O
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For More Information: Ray Chapman or Larry Paynter
State of California - Resources Agency
(916) 445-4624
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
1416 Ninth Street
Sacramento, California 95814
Distribution: Los Angeles County
May 13, 1974 #74106
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Seventeen major State Park System projects in Los Angeles County, including acquisi-
tion of land for three new State Park units, are proposed for funding under the 1974
Park Bond Act, the State Department of Parks and Recreation reported today.
The 17 include nine acquisition projects, two historic restoration projects,
development of visitor facilities at four other units, a major trails program, and
acquisition of an off-road vehicle area within easy driving distance of the metro-
politan Los Angeles complex.
The Bond Act, called "The State Beach, Park, Recreational and Historical Bond Act
of 1974", will be on the statewide ballot June 4 as Proposition 1.
It will provide $250,000,000 for acquisition and development of parks, recreation
areas and historical resources and fish and wildlife conservation projects throughout
California. Of this amount, $90,000,000 is earmarked for the state's 58 counties, with
county allocations based on 1980 population projections (Los Angeles County will receive
over $25,000,000 of this).
The State Department of Parks and Recreation will receive $150,000,000 ($90,000,000
for acquisition and $60,000,000 for development), and the California Wildlife Conserva-
tion Board will receive $10,000,000 to acquire and develop land for fish and wildlife
conservation.
State Parks Director William Penn Mott, Jr., said that 70 percent of the acquisition
portion of the Bond Act would be used to buy land within one-hour's driving time of
California's major metropolitan centers and that some 25 miles of ocean frontage would
be added to the State Park System.
"These bond funds will go a long way toward helping state and local governments meet
their responsibility of providing for the park and recreation needs of California's
citizens", Mott emphasized.
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All 17 projects in Los Angeles County have been approved by the California Park and
Recreation Commission.
The three new State Park units include the Century Ranch, a new State beach two
miles south of Leo Carrillo State Beach, and the Poppy Preserve near Lancaster.
Major additions are proposed at Malibu Lagoon and Point Dume State Beaches and the
Santa Monica Mountains.
Acquisition of additions is planned at Leo Carrillo and Malibu Lagoon State Beaches
and Saddleback Butte State Park.
Development of visitor facilities is slated at Century Ranch, Malibu Lagoon State
Beach, Topanga Beach, and Santa Monica Mountains. The major trails program would be in
the Santa Monica Mountains, linking them to Griffith Park.
Historical restoration is proposed at Los Encinos and Pio Pico State Historic Parks.
In addition to the 17 projects, the Commission placed two projects in Los Angeles
County on a supplemental list, to be acquired if funds are available: Caballero Canyon
and Zuma Canyon.
Following is detailed information on each of the 17 projects proposed for bond
funding:
ACQUISITION
Los Angeles County Beach - This new project area is located approximately two miles
downcoast from Leo Carrillo State Beach. It consists of two parcels which total about
18 acres with 900 feet of ocean frontage. Parcels can be developed for picnicking with
day use parking to provide access to the beach.
Century Ranch - This new project already has been purchased under a law which
allocated $5,700,000 which must be repaid from the 1974 Bond Fund. The primary 2,630
acres have been purchased from 20th Century Fox. The major portion of the ranch is
very rugged; however, the east end of the ranch contains approximately 300 acres of
relatively flat developable land. Those funds which remain out of the $5.7 million
will be utilized to acquire several small parcels which are adjacent to the original
purchase and are needed to create a more complete unit.
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Poppy Preserve - This is a new project located in northern Los Angeles County near
the community of Lancaster. The project consists of 11,600 acres including the Antelope
Buttes and Fairmont Buttes. This project is partially funded through private donations;
however, Bond funding will help expand the boundary to its ultimate size. It is preser-
vation oriented and will protect an outstanding example of the California Poppy.
Santa Monica Mountains - There are two proposed additions to this unit. The first
consists of 1,630 acres in Topanga Canyon. This acquisition will provide a broad corridor
along both sides of Topanga Canyon Boulevard between the Santa Monica Mountains Park and
the recently acquired Topanga Beach area. It is primarily for preservation of open space
with development limited to trail developments. An exception to this would be an area
just upcoast of Topanga Canyon Boulevard and just inland of the Coast Highway. This area
is quite flat and could provide desperately needed parking space for Topanga Beach and to
serve hikers going inland. Access to the beach exists via an existing underpass under
the Coast Highway. The second area for acquisition is a 593 acre parcel known as Los
Liones Canyon adjacent to the Topanga Canyon parcel above. This area is quite rugged
and would be primarily preservation of open space with trail development. Local propo-
nents feel a portion of the area has excellent potential for an arboretum or nature
center area.
Point Dume State Beach - This is a downcoast addition to Point Dume State Beach
(which is operated by Los Angeles County as a part of their Zuma County Beach). This
acquisition of 38 acres with 3,000 feet of ocean frontage will preserve the historically
scenic Point Dume Headlands which rise to approximately 200 feet above the ocean offering
panoramic views of this section of the coastline. This parcel also has some very fine
sandy beach area.
Malibu Lagoon State Beach - This proposed addition of 22 acres is located on the
inland side of the existing state beach unit. It consists of stream riparian areas with
developable uplands for picnicking, hiking and access to the beach. There are also
archeological values within this area.
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Leo Carrillo State Beach - This proposed addition is upcoast of the existing Leo
Carrillo State Beach and consists of beach and bluff uplands between the ocean and
Highway 1 in Ventura County. It consists of 35 acres with 2,500 feet of ocean frontage.
The property has an excellent beach similar to that found at Leo Carrillo State Beach
backed by approximately a 100-foot bluff and a marine terrace. Potential uses include
hiking, water and beach-related activities such as swimming, surfing, scuba diving and
sunbathing as well as archeological and environmental interpretation.
Malibu Lagoon State Beach - This proposed 10 acre addition is located upcoast of
the existing state beach and next to the Coast Highway. Developments will be day use
in support of beach use.
Saddleback Butte State Park - There are three proposed additions to this unit; the
first consisting of 160 acres at the northeast corner of the park. The second parcel is
located at the southeast corner of the park and contains 480 acres. The third parcel is
located on the southwest corner of the park and contains 160 acres. These lands proposed
for acquisition contain additional Joshua trees and will straighten out the present
irregular boundaries of the park. It is primarily preservation oriented, although it
will eliminate some administrative problems.
DEVELOPMENT
The two historical development projects are Los Encinos State Historic Park,
completion of structural work and displays, and Pio Pico State Historic Park, completion
of the restoration work that has been started.
Day use facilities are programmed at four State Park units:
Century Ranch - Initial development with bond funds would include a picnic area,
access, parking, and utilities.
Malibu Lagoon State Beach - Day use facilities are planned upcoast of the lagoon.
The Department hopes to export sewage by tying into a regional sewage system.
Topanga Beach Project - Picnic facilities, beach parking, and sanitary facilities
are planned.
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Santa Monica Mountains Project - Main use of the area will be by trails. Proposed
initially are day use facilities and a water supply.
The trails program would include $1 million for land acquisition for a trail
linking Griffith Park with the Santa Monica Mountains project. Additional trails work
is programmed for the Santa Monica Mountains to provide daytime and overnight recre-
ational use of this important park unit for the people of the Metropolitan Los Angeles
area.
Off-Road Vehicle Area - The Department is seeking a site for an off-road vehicle area
within easy driving distance of the metropolitan Los Angeles area. Criteria are that the
area be somewhat isolated from other activities and that the site not contain important
natural values that could be damaged. Acquisition of one off-road vehicle area in the
Los Angeles area is proposed for funding under the Bond Act.
The Department's proposals for porjects to be funded under the Bond Act were presented
at a public hearing in Santa Monica February 22.
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For More Information: Bill Dillinger, Ray Chapman
State of California - Resources Agency
(916) 445-4624
or Larry Paynter
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
1416 Ninth Street
Sacramento, California 95814
DISTRIBUTION: Los Angeles Area
Media only
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 6, 1974 #7446 Page 1 of 2
SACRAMENTO--Southern California, with about 60 per cent of the State's population,
will receive 66 per cent of the funds proposed for State Acquisition under the 1974 State
Park Bond Act, according to Director William Penn Mott Jr. of the California Department
of Parks and Recreation.
Mott was replying to criticism from the Los Angeles City Recreation and Parks
Commission that the needs of the city's people would not be met.
The city itself is also slated to receive over $9.6 million from the $90 million
'allocated to local jurisdictions under the bond act, Mott said. This is its share of
the more than $25 million allocated to Los Angeles County and its cities and districts.
The State's own acquisition proposals for Southern California include $16 million
for eight State projects in Los Angeles County. These include two major acquisitions
In Santa Monica Mountains, the Century Ranch, and addition acreage in the Trippet Ranch
area, including Los Liones Canyon in which the city was particularly concerned.
Other proposed State projects in Los Angeles County include acquisitions at Point
Dume, two beach access spots near Decker Road, an addition to Malibu Lagoon, matching
funds for the proposed poppy preserve near Lancaster, an expansion of Leo Carrillo State
Beach, and an addition to Saddleback Buttes State Park.
The fact that most of the proposed acquisitions are not within the city boundaries
does
/not mean that the citizens of Los Angeles will not be served, Mott emphasized.
"We expect that all the projects in Southern California will be heavily used by
the people of Los Angeles. And past experience has shown that people from this
metropolitan area make up a large part of the attendance at State Park System units
everywhere in the State."
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Mott said that 60% of the projected 1980 population of California is expected
to live in the part of California south of the northern boundary of San Luis Obispo,
Kern, and San Bernardino counties. Some 66 per cent of the State's proposed bond act
acquisitions lie south of this line, and 57 per cent of the proposed development does also.
Southern California cities and counties will also receive a major share of the
$90 million included in the bond act for local acquisition and development projects,
Mott noted. These allocations are based on county population.
Priorities on these projects are set by local government, which would allow the
City of Los Angeles to use its bond funds for lands in the Santa Monica Mountains if
it desires, Mott pointed out.
The State is also spending many millions in other types of park funds in Southern
California. "Over $40 million has been spent to acquire lands in the Santa Monica
Mountains alone," Mott pointed out. Over $17 million of this has been inside the city
-
limits of Los Angeles.
"I believe the people of Los Angeles will strongly support this $250 million
State Park Bond issue at the June 4 election," Mott emphasized. "It won't solve all
their open space problems, but it will go a long way to meet at least their most
critical needs for parks, beaches, and recreational areas."
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For More Information: Ray Chapman or Larry Paynter
State of California Resources Agency
(916) 445-4624
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
1416 Ninth Street
Sacramento, California 95814
SPECIAL: Los Angeles County
April 26, 1974
#7487 Pg. LoF2
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
SACRAMENTO-- Ten southern California counties will receive $49,973,914 to acquire
land and develop park and recreation facilities within the counties if voters approve the
1974 Park Bond Act at the June 4 election.
The allocation is based on the Department of Finance's 1980 projected population of
13,525,100 for the ten counties.
State Park Director William Penn Mott, Jr., noted that 10 years ago a similar Bond
Act provided $40,000,000 to local government and that this money funded more than 300
park and recreation projects throughout the State.
"The new bond funds will go a long way toward helping state and local governments
meet their responsibility of providing for the park and recreation needs of California's
citizens," Mott said.
The projected population and the allocation of bond funds for each of the ten counties
is as follows:
Projected
Amt. of Park and
Population
Recreation Funds for
County
July 1, 1980
Local Government
Imperial
86,300
$ 318,870
Kern
365,200
1,349,379
Los Angeles
6,963,200
25,728,355
Orange
1,970,500
7,280,808
Riverside
596,900
2,205,488
San Bernardino
765,100
2,826,971
San Diego
1,801,300
6,655,630
San Luis Obispo
147,500
544,998
Santa Barbara
305,800
1,129,902
Ventura
523,300
1,933,543
Totals
13,525,100
$19,973,944
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April 26, 1974
#7487 Pg. 2 of 2
The Bond Act, entitled "State Beach, Park, Recreational and Historical Facilities
Bond Act of 1974, will be Proposition 1 on the June 4 ballot.
The Act will provide $250,000,000 for acquisition and development of parks, recreation
areas and historical resources and fish and wildlife conservation projects throughout
California. Of this amount, $90,000,000 is earmarked for the State's 58 counties, with
county allocations based on 1980 population projections. Counties with small populations
will receive a minimum of $200,000. The Board of Supervisors in each county is
responsible for consulting with all cities and districts within the county which are
authorized to provide park and recreation services and to develop a priority list for the
county's allocation of funds.
The remainder of the funds are earmarked as follows: $150,000,000 to the State
Department of Parks and Recreation ($90,000,000 for acquisition and $60,000,000 for
development); and $10,000,000 for the Wildlife Conservation Board to acquire or develop
property for fish and wildlife conservation.
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Governor Reagan's tour of the Irvine Coast Park Bond Project, 9:30 a.m., May 20, 1974
FACT SHEET
1974 Park Bond Act
Statewide Benefits
State Beach, Park, Recreational and Historical Facilities Bond Act of 1974 - $250,000,000
The Bond Act Provides:
1.
$90 million for local park and recreation projects through counties.
2.
$90 million for State acquisition of park lands.
3.
$60 million for State development of park lands.
4.
$10 million for the Wildlife Conservation Board for
fish and wildlife conservation.
Acquisition Program - State Department of Parks and Recreation
98 acquisition projects would add 100,000 acres to the State Park System
and provide:
19 new State park units.
Major additions to 18 existing State park units.
Addition of land to 11 State Historic Parks, to preserve the
historical integrity of the units.
Acquisition of important inholdings at 48 State park units.
Acquisition of two off-road vehicle areas.
Addition of 25 miles of beach land along the coast.
Land for trails.
Development Program - State Department of Parks and Recreation
80 development projects would provide:
18 new campgrounds.
Day-use facilities at 17 State park units.
Restoration and reconstruction of 38 buildings at 25 State
Historic Parks.
Development of 365 miles of riding, hiking, bicycle and boating
trails in four major trail systems.
Major trail development in 13 additional State park units.
Miscellaneous development - utilities - undergrounding of overhead
utility lines.
Statewide, 70% of the acquisition funds and 74% of the development funds are
earmarked for projects within one-hour's drive of the major centers of population.
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Election Day: June 4, 1974
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For More Information: Ray Chapman or Larry Paynter
State of California - Resources Agency
(916) 445-4624
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
1416 Ninth Street
Sacramento, California 95814
Distribution: Statewide
May 15, 1974 #74107
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Nineteen new State Park units that would provide opportunities for recreation,
preserve landscapes, and help interpret California history are proposed for acquisition
under the 1974 Park Bond Act, according to William Penn Mott, Jr., Director of the
California Department of Parks and Recreation.
The nineteen new parks would add 74,373 acres of scenic land to the State
Park System, he said.
"These new parks are an important part of the bond program which proposes a total
of 98 acquisition and 80 development projects," Mott pointed out. "Over seventy
percent of the bond funds wiji be used CO acquire and develop Lands within one-hour's
drive of California's major population centers where the recreation deficiency is the
greatest."
The Bond Act would add a total of 100,000 acres of land to the State Park System
including 25 miles of ocean frontage with 10 miles in seven new beach units.
"Passage of the Bond Act will help State and local governments meet their
responsibility to provide for the recreation needs of our citizens."
Mott noted that while the nineteen new park projects would provide for much
needed recreation, they also would preserve some of our best remaining landscapes
in public ownership.
The Bond Act, called "The State Beach, Park, Recreational and Historical
Facilities Bond Act of 1974," will be Proposition 1 on the June 4 statewide ballot.
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The Act provides $250 million for the following purposes: $150 million to the
State Department of Parks and Recreation ($90 million to buy park lands and $60 million
to develop visitor facilities), $90 million to local government for local park projects,
and $10 million to the California Wildlife Conservation Board to buy and develop land
for fish and wildlife conservation.
Public hearings were held on the Department's proposals in northern and southern
California and all acquisition and development projects have been approved by the State
Park and Recreation Commission.
Currently, there are 229 units in the State Park System, including State Parks,
State Beaches, State Recreation Areas, State Historic Parks, Scenic and Scientific
Reserves, Natural Preserves, Wildernesses and Wayside Campgrounds.
"More parks are needed to preserve our rapidly dwindling natural areas and to
meet the steadily increasing demand for recreation," Mott stated.
The nineteen new units are Bidwell River Park, Butte and Glenn Counties; Century
Ranch, the Poppy Preserve, and Los Angeles County Beach, Los Angeles County; Pigmy
Forest Ecological Staircase, Mendocino County; San Luis Island, Merced County; Garrapata
Beach, Marina Beach, and Little Sur River, Monterey County; Irvine Coast, Orange County;
Burton Creek, Placer County; Temecula Canyon, Riverside County; Cosumnes River project
and the historic Stanford Home, Sacramento County; Rancho Guejito, San Diego County; Delta
Channel Islands, San Joaquin County; Purisima Ranch, San Mateo County; Horr Ranch, Shasta
County; and Sutter Buttes, Butte County.
Following is a description of each of the proposed new park units.
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Pigmy Forest Ecological Staircase - Mendocino County
This area is located approximately 4 miles south of the town of Fort Bragg.
It consists of 620 acres with 5,000 feet of ocean frontage. The project in-
cludes a unique ecological staircase of marine terraces along Jug Handle Creek.
Public use will be primarily preservation oriented with nature study, hiking,
trails, hostels, and picnicking.
Horr Ranch - Shasta County
This project consists of 5,790 acres and is located in the extreme northeast
corner of Shasta County about 80 miles northeast of Redding. The project con-
tains approximately 10 miles of lake frontage on Big Lake. It has two basic
land types: one consisting of low, open meadows and the other of lava flows
with sparse cover of conifers, brush and grassland. The project has potential
for multi public use facilities.
Sutter Buttes - Sutter County
The Buttes contain 30,000 acres. The landscape consultant study indicates
7,500 acres are desirable for the Sutter Buttes park project. It is the
Department's intention to acquire as much of the project as possible with Bond
Act funds. The project consists of recent volcanic plugs, scenic geologic
forms and blue oak woodlands and grasslands. It was given the highest priority
in the consultant study for landscape preservation. There would be potential
in the perimeter areas for multiple public uses.
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Burton Creek - Placer County
This area is on the northern shore of Lake Tahoe next to the existing Tahoe
State Recreation Area. It contains 1,800 acres and 2,000 feet of frontage on
Lake Tahoe. Though the lake frontage is limited, the inland areas are very
scenic and contain benches that are heavily wooded and contain potential for
camping, picnicking and trails.
San Luis Island - Merced County
The total San Luis Island project consists of 18,300 acres. That portion
lying between State Highway 140 on the west and County Road J14 on the east is
the area being considered for Bond Act funding. It consists of 9,000 acres
(including 114 acres at Fremont Ford SRA) which contains a representative sample
of an unaltered grassland area that has never been under cultivation, and
riparian habitat. Both Salt Slough and the San Joaquin River flow through
this area. Recreation opportunities would include picnicking, limited camp-
ing, swimming, fishing, hiking, plant and wildlife observation and photography.
The area also has potential for establishing a Tule Elk herd since this is a
part of their original range.
Temecula Canyon - Riverside County
This project consists of 5,787 acres of which 3,486 acres are already in State
or federal ownership. The project is located adjacent to the Riverside County/
San Diego County line in Riverside County and just south of the community of
Temecula. The terrain is quite rugged with Temecula Canyon consisting of a
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steep-sided 5-mile long gorge formed by the Santa Margarita River. The project
contains potential for multiple uses and educational research.
Century Ranch - Los Angeles County
This project has already been funded. The Legislature allocated $5,700,000
which must be repaid from the 1974 Bond Act. The primary 2,630 acres has been
purchased from 20th Century Fox. The major portion of the ranch is very rugged;
however, the east end of the ranch contains approximately 300 acres of rela-
tively flat developable land. Those funds which remain out of the $5.7 million
will be utilized to acquire several small parcels which are adjacent to the
original purchase and are needed to create a more complete unit.
Poppy Preserve - Los Angeles County
This project is located near the community of Lancaster. The project consists
of 11,600 acres including the Antelope Buttes and Fairmont Buttes. This pro-
ject is partially funded through private donation; however, Bond funding will
help expand the boundary to its ultimate size. It is preservation oriented
and will protect an outstanding example of the California Poppy.
Rancho Guejito - San Diego County
This project, near the City of Escondido, consists of 20,170 acres. It con-
tains, intact, an original Spanish land grant as well as some additional
perimeter lands. The emphasis of the project will be preserving the historic
rancho scene though it does have potential for camping, picnicking and hiking
uses around the perimeter depending on a resource analysis,
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Bidwell River Park - Butte/Glenn Counties
This area is located approximately 6 miles west of the city of Chico along
the banks of the Sacramento River. Acquisition would preserve an excellent
example of streamside flood plain riparian woodlands. It consists of 657
acres of which 181 acres are already in public ownership (Butte County). The
river along this project has excellent potential for floating, paddling and
small boat cruising. Activities such as camping, picnicking, hiking and
nature interpretation could be provided with access from the River as well
as highway access.
Cosumnes River Project - Sacramento County
This is a new project located adjacent to the Sacramento/San Joaquin County
line and just west of the community of Galt. The project consists of 3,450
acres and could be described as flat, delta lands with numerous intervening
waterways feeding into the Cosumnes River which is the main feature of the
project. The project is primarily preservation oriented preserving the
Cosumnes River for trail and boating purposes with perimeter multiple uses.
Delta Channel Islands - San Joaquin County
This proposal is to preserve a series of small delta islands for public boat-
ing access and use as recommended in the Resources Agency's report--Delta
Master Recreation Plan. There are four areas which are, in order of priority:
Latham Slough - Empire Cut to Connection Slough which consists of 450 acres;
the second area is known as Potato Slough - San Joaquin River to Terminous,
and this consists of 250 acres; the third area is in Disappointment Slough -
Honker Cut to Bishop Cut, and this area amounts to 220 acres; the fourth
area is an island in Middle River opposite Mildred Island which amounts to
40 acres. The four areas total 960 acres.
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Purisima Ranch - San Mateo County
This area is just south of the community of Half Moon Bay, consisting
of 1770 acres with 16,000 feet of ocean frontage. The project has
beaches backed by bluffs, and flat uplands. Inland of the Coast
Highway, which passes through the project, are rolling coastal hills,
bisected by Purisima Creek. The project will support camping, day use,
hiking, and fishing.
Garrapata Beach - Monterey County
This project is approximately five miles south of Point Lobos State
Reserve. It consists of 60 acres with 4,000 feet of ocean frontage.
This is one of the most popular beaches in the Big Sur Area and would
support picnicking, fishing, and other beach uses.
Marina Beach - Monterey County
This area is located just north of the City of Monterey near the
community of Marina. It consists of 180 acres with 6,000 feet of
ocean frontage. The project has a fine sandy beach which would
support sun bathing, fishing and other beach uses. The upland area
behind the beach could support picnicking and limited camping.
Little Sur River - Monterey County
This area is located in southern Monterey County, approximately
seven miles north of Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park. The project covers
780 acres with 4,500 feet of ocean frontage, and has an ocean beach,
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fresh water lagoon, and coastal grassy meadows which blend into a
pine and redwood forested area in the upper or inland reaches of the
project. Potential uses included picnicking, camping, hiking and
beach use.
Los Angeles County Beach -Los Angeles County
This project is located approximately two miles downcoast from Leo
Carrillo State Beach. It consists of two parcels which total 18
acres with 900 feet of ocean frontage. Parcels can be developed to
picnicking and day use parking to provide access to the beach.
Irvine Coast - Orange County
This area is located between the communities of Newport Beach and
Laguna Beach. It consists of 1,600 acres with 18,500 lineal feet
of ocean frontage. The primary uses will be picnicking and hiking
related to the area's excellent sandy beach.
Stanford Home - Sacramento County
This proposed acquisition located in downtown Sacramento consists of
1 acre on which is located the Stanford Home originally constructed
in the 1850's. When it became the residence of Leland Stanford in
1861, it assumed historic significance, for Stanford was one of the
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original partners in the development of the Transcontinental Railroad,
Governor of California in 1862 and 63, and a United States Senator
from 1885 to 1893. During his occupancy of the structure from 1861
to 1874, Stanford made extensive alterations to the building, gradually
accomplishing the architectural charm for which it is now known. As
part of the State Park System, it will project the story of Leland and
Jane Stanford and their son, Leland Stanford, Jr., the story of leaders
in the construction of the Transcontinental Railroad, of early political
times in California, and will illustrate some of the finest architec-
tural craftsmanship of that period.
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For More Information: Ray Chapman or Larry Paynter
State of California Resources Agency
(916) 445-4624
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
1416 Ninth Street
Sacramento, California 95814
Distribution: Statewide
May 10, 1974
#74102
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
SACRAMENTO---Ninety-eight acquisition projects that will add 100,000 acres to the
State Park System and 80 development projects are proposed for funding with the Department's
share of 1974 Park Bond funds, according to William Penn Mott, Jr., Director of the
California Department of Parks and Recreation.
The Bond Act, called "The State Beach, Park, Recreation and Historical Facilities Bond
Act of 1974, will be Proposition 1 on the June 4 statewide ballot.
The $250 million Bond Act earmarks $150 million for the State Park Department ($90 million
for land acquisition and $60 million for development), $90 million for local government to
buy and develop park and recreation lands within counties, and $10 million for the California
Wildlife Conservation Board to buy and develop land for fish and wildlife conservation.
Mott recapped the major projects proposed for funding by the State Parks Department:
1. Acquisition of land to establish 19 new State Park System units.
2. Major additions of land at 18 existing State Park System units.
3. Acquisition of land at 11 existing State Historic Parks.
4. Acquisition of inholdings at 48 existing State Park System units.
5. Acquisition of land for two vehicular recreation areas.
6. Addition of 25 miles of beaches to the State Park System.
7. Development of visitor facilities at 38 State Park System units.
8. Restoration and reconstruction of historic buildings at 25 State Historic Parks.
9. Development of 365 miles of new trails in four major riding, hiking, bicycling and
boating trails. Some land acquisition would be necessary, too.
10. Major trail development in 13 existing and new State Park System units.
11. Miscellaneous trail development in existing and new State Park System units.
"Seventy percent of the Department's funds would be used to acquire land and develop
visitor facilities withingand hour's driving time of our major metropolitan center," Mott said.
The Department's Bond Act projects were presented at public hearings in northern and
southern California and have been approved by the State Park and Recreation Commission.
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For More Information: Ray Chapman or Larry Paynter
State of California - Resources Agency
(916) 445-4624
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
1416 Ninth Street
Sacramento, California 95814
Distribution: Statewide
May 8, 1974
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
SACRAMENTO---Acquisition and development of 365 miles of riding, hiking and
bicycle trails in four major trail systems plus trail development in 13 units of the State Park
System are on the drawing boards for funding under the 1974 Park Bond Act.
State Parks Director William Penn Mott, Jr., said the trail projects will cover all
sections of the state, but the majority of funds will be spent for projects close to major
population centers.
"We feel this is the first priority so that we can offer these large numbers of people
day time and overnight use of the outdoors with a minimum amount of travel and inconvenience"
The State Park and Recreation Commission at its April 8 meeting at San Francisco
International Airport approved in principle the allocation of bond funds for acquisition and
development of riding, hiking and bicycle trails.
The $250,000,000 measure, called "The State Beach, Park, Recreational and Historical
Facilities Bond Act of 1974," is Proposition 1 at the June 4 election.
It provides $150,000,000 to the State Department of Parks and Recreation ($90,000,000
for acquisition and $60,000,000 for development of State park, recreational and historical
facilities); $90,000,000 to cities and counties to buy and develop local park and recreation
areasand $10,000,000 to the California Wildlife Conservation Board for acquisition and
development of fish and wildlife conservation projects.
The four major trail systems are riding and hiking trails in the Santa Monica Mountains
and Santa Cruz Mountains; bicycle and hiking trails along the south coast; and a Sacramento
River boating trail.
The 13 park unit trail programs are riding and hiking trails in Austin Creek State
Recreation Area - Sonoma County; Robert Louis Stevenson State Park - Lake, Napa and Sonoma
counties; Henry W. Coe State Park - Santa Clara County; Border Field State Park - San Diego
County; Castle Crags State Park - Shasta and Siskiyou counties; MacKerricher State Park -
Mendocino County; Gaviota State Park - Santa Barbara County; Salton Sea State Recreation
Area - Riverside and Imperial counties; and Picacho State Recreation Area - Imperial County;
a bikeway on the American River at Folsom Lake State Recreation Area - Placer, El Dorado
and Sacramento counties; bicycle and hiking trails at San Onofre State Beach - San Diego
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County; and Samuel P. Taylor State Park - Marin County; and a hiking trail at Forest of
Nisene Marks State Park - Santa Cruz County.
Also included in the planning is minor trail improvements in units around the state
and initial trail work in new park units.
The four major trail projects are proposed as follows:
Sacramento River Boating Trail
The boating trail, a new concept for the State Park System would begin at Redding
and extend 153 miles south on the Sacramento River traversing five counties, Shasta, Tehama,
Butte, Glenn and Colusa, terminating at the city of Colusa.
Seven major auto and water oriented overnight camping facilities, located a day's river
travel apart, and 30 rest stop type primitive campgrounds, located an hour's river travel
apart, are planned.
Both land acquisition and development are programmed under the Bond Act.
The seven major campgrounds are proposed as follows: one in the city of Redding on
land owned by the city; one at Jelly's Ferry between Redding and Red Bluff on land owned by
the Bureau of Land Management; one at an existing campground at the Red Bluff Diversion
Dam on land owned by the U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service; one at the existing State Park
unit, Woodson Bridge State Recreation Area, which has a campground; one at Chico Landing,
proposed as Bidwell River Park, which would have to be acquired; one at Butte City, where
land would have to be acquired; and one at Colusa at the existing Colusa-Sacramento River
State Recreation Area, which has a campground.
Of the 30 proposed rest stop campgrounds, preliminary surveys indicate that eight are
already in public ownership and 22 would have to be acquired. Most are islands and most
would be accessible only by boat.
The boating trail would be suitable for six days of leisurely and continuous travel
downstream for float craft such as canoes, kayaks, and rafts, and would be suitable in both
directions for power boats.
Operation of the boating trail would be seasonal, depending on safety factors and
weather, with an estimated eight month boating season each year.
Valuable riparian growth and wildlife habitat along the boating trail would be preserved
in the acquisition of sites, and a river guide and prominent river markers would be provided
to assist boaters.
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Considerable survey work would have to be done to determine land ownerships, and
negotiations will be necessary between the Department and various governmental owners of
some lands.
Santa Cruz Mountains Trails
A total of 75 miles of riding and hiking trails is proposed in the Santa Cruz Mountains,
linking several state and local parks in four trail areas. Both acquisition and development
funds are earmarked from the Bond Act. Major elements are:
1. A trail connecting the city of Santa Cruz with Big Basin Redwoods State Park and
connecting Natural Bridges State Beach, the University of California at Santa Cruz, Henry
Cowell Redwoods State Park, and the Fall Creek State Park project. About 20 miles of new
trails are proposed.
2. Completion of the Skyline to the Sea Trail from Saratoga Gap to Ano Nuevo State
Reserve via Castle Rock and Big Basin Redwoods State Parks. The eastern half of the trail
already is constructed with much of the remainder to be built on the Hoover property which
is currently being acquired as an addition to Big Basin Redwoods State Park.
Some acquisition costs are anticipated along the ocean near Ano Nuevo State
Reserve and in the northern loop element of the coastal portion which will provide a panaromic
coastal overlook. Some 20 miles of new trails are involved.
3. About 25 miles in a northern loop trail would connect Portola State Park, San Mateo
County Park and Butano, Castle Rock and Big Basin Redwoods State Parks.
4. Eastern feeder trails would connect the urban areas of the Santa Clara Valley and
county park units to the existing and proposed trails systems. About 10 miles of trails
would include a route originating in Cupertino and connecting the Lower and Upper Stevens
Creek Parks to Saratoga Gap, and would connect Saratoga and Los Gatos with Castle Rock
State Park via areas proposed for county park acquisition.
Construction costs for these riding and hiking trails would be minimal because the
Department anticipates most of the work will be performed by volunteers of the Santa Cruz
Mountain Trail Association and the Sempervirens Fund who have constructed and maintained
the existing 45 mile trail system.
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Santa Monica Mountains Trails
This project includes $1 million for acquisition of land for trails linking Griffith Park
with the Santa Monica Mountains project. Also proposed with Bond Act funds are 60 miles
of riding and hiking trails in Los Angeles and Ventura counties in the Santa Monica
Mountains reaching from urban Los Angeles west into the higher regions of the mountains
to their termination in the Oxnard plain.
The proposed route generally follows high ridges, firebreaks, and some higher mountain
stream valleys and connects Will Rogers State Park, the Santa Monica Mountains State Park
project, the Trippett Ranch, Tapia County Park, the Century Ranch State Park project, and
the upper valleys and peaks of Point Mugu State Park before descending to Calleguas Creek
and a western terminus. Feeder trails are planned to connect to coastal parks and inland
valleys.
The Department hopes to establish a volunteer trail association for the Santa Monica
Mountains similar to the successful Santa Cruz Mountain Trail Association.
Over $40,000,000 have been spent to acquire State Park lands here in recent years
and this trail system would link them together and make them more usable by the public.
South Coast Trails
Proposed are 77 miles of bicycle and hiking trails, 44 miles along the Ventura County
Coast from Leo Carrillo State Beach at the Los Angeles County line west to Rincon Point on
the Santa Barbara County line, and 33 miles in Santa Barbara County from Refugio State Beach
to Geviota State Beach and northward over Gaviota Pass along U. S. Highway 101 to the
junction of State Route 1.
The proposed route would connect local feeder bike routes and proposes AMTRAK System
memation train stops at five locations, three in Ventura County and two in Santa Barbara
County.
The Ventura County trail follows the route designated by the Department of
Transportation for half the 44 miles on the shoulder of a busy highway where no practical
alternate route exists. Where practical, it follows a scenic and generally more coastal route
away from traffic arteries.
The Department recommends that where the more scenic and safer alternate is feasible,
the Department of Transportation fund bicycle trail construction on the alternate alignment.
The Santa Barbara County trail would be built in conjuction with current and planned
highway work. It would connect Refugio State Beach with Gaviota State Park through La
Purisima Mission State Historic Park, In this section, the Department recommends that all
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available funds from various agencies be used to construct a single best facility with no
alternate routing.
The Santa Barbara County section is in agreement with the routes proposed by the
County Trails Council and endorsed by the County Board of Supervisors and many local
groups.
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For More Information: Ray Chapman or Larry Paynter
State of California Resources Agency
(916) 445-4624
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
1416 Ninth Street
Sacramento, California 95814
Distribution: Statewide
May 3, 1974
#7494
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
SACRAMENTO---The acquisition of two vehicular recreation areas, each within easy
driving time of the Los Angeles and San Francisco Bay metropolitan areas, is proposed for
funding as part of the 1974 Park Bond Act.
State Parks Director William Penn Mott, Jr., said the Department is searching all
over the state for suitable sites for the overall program, but that a site close to the Los
Angeles area and one close to the San Francisco Bay Area are being sought for Bond Act
funding.
He stated the Department is seeking areas that offer some measure of isolation and
where important natural values will not be damaged.
The California Park and Recreation Commission approved in principle the use of bond
funds to acquire vehicular recreation areas at its April 8 meeting at the San Francisco
International Airport.
"There are an estimated 1.5 million recreation vehicles in California today, " Mott
stressed, "and the number is growing. It is one of my Department's primary responsibilitie:
to provide for the recreational needs of our citizens and providing suitable places for vehicu
recreation is part of this responsibility."
He added that the Department expects to publish a vehicular recreation plan this
summer. It will include recommendations for vehicular recreation areas, "not only for bond
funding but for acquisition and development using other funding sources."
The $250,000,000 Bond Act, called "The State Beach, Park, Recreational and Historic
Facilities Bond Act of 1974, will be Proposition 1 at the June 4 election.
"This will go a long way toward helping state and local governments meet their
responsibility of providing for the park and recreation needs of California's citizens,' Mott
emphasized.
The Bond Act provides $90,000,000 to State Parks for statewide acquisition and
$60,000,000 for development of the State Park System; $90,000,000 to cities and counties
for acquisition and development of local park and recreation projects; and $10,000,000 to tl
California Wildlife Conservation Board for fish and wildlife conservation projects.
Projects Recommended for Acquisition from the 1974 Park Bond Program
COASTAL PROVINCE
New Projects and Major Additions to Existing State Park Units
1.
South Carlsbad State Beach - San Diego County
There are two proposed additions to South Carlsbad, the first consisting
of approximately 11.3 acres with 1,600+ lineal feet of ocean frontage at
the north, or upcoast end of the existing state beach. This area consists
of an excellent sandy beach backed by a bluff and some developable upland.
The second area consists of approximately 24.7 acres with 4,900+ lineal
feet of ocean frontage on the south, or downcoast end of the existing
State ownership. This area consists of excellent sand beach encompassing
the San Marcos Creek outlet and has sufficient depth to provide day use
parking for beach use. This acquisition will connect this unit and
the Leucadia State Beach unit to the south.
2.
Border Field State Park - San Diego County
This proposed addition of 390+ acres consists of 6,000+ lineal feet of
sandy ocean beach frontage, and the Tijuana Estuary and adjacent marsh
land. The ocean beach frontage has excellent day use potential, and the
Tijuana Estuary is rich in aquatic and wildlife resources with significant
scientific and educational values.
3.
Malibu Lagoon State Beach - Los Angeles County
This proposed addition of 22+ acres is located on the inland side of the
existing state beach unit. It consists of stream riparian areas with
developable uplands for picnicking, hiking and access to the beach. There
are also archeological values within this area.
4.
Los Angeles County Beach - Los Angeles County
This new project area is located approximately two miles downcoast from
Leo Carrillo State Beach. It consists of two parcels which total 18+
acres with 900+ lineal feet of ocean frontage. Parcels can be developed
to picnicking and day use parking providing access to the beach.
5.
Point Dume State Beach - Los Angeles County
This is a downcoast addition to Point Dume State Beach (which is operated by
Los Angeles County as a part of their Zuma County Beach). This acquisition
of 38+ acres with 3,000+ lineal feet of ocean frontage will preserve the
historically scenic Point Dume Headlands which rises to approximately 200
feet above the ocean offering panoramic views of this section of the coast-
line. This parcel also has some very fine sandy beach area.
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6.
E1 Capitan State Beach - Santa Barbara County
This proposed downcoast addition to E1 Capitan State Beach would add 300+
acres with 8,000+ lineal feet of ocean frontage. The parcel has excellent
potential for picnicking, camping, hiking and beach uses.
7. Irvine Coast - Orange County
This is a new project area located between the communities of Newport
Beach and Laguna Beach. It consists of 1,600+ acres with 18,500+ lineal
feet of ocean frontage. The primary uses will be picnicking and hiking
related to the area's excellent sandy beach.
8.
Little Sur River - Monterey County
This is a new project area located in southern Monterey County, approxi-
mately seven miles north of Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park. The project covers
780+ acres with 4,500+ lineal feet of ocean frontage, and has an ocean beach,
fresh water lagoon, coastal grassy meadows which blend into a pine and red-
wood forested area in the upper or inland reaches of the project. Potential
uses include picnicking, camping, hiking and beach usage.
9.
Ano Nuevo State Reserve - San Mateo County
This proposed addition of 550+ acres and 9,000 lineal feet of ocean frontage
extends northward, or upcoast of the existing state reserve. The area could
be characterized as a large gently sloping uplifted sea terrace covered by
stabilized and shifting dunes. Much of the coastline consists of sandy
beaches with adequate uplands for multiple uses.
10. Purisima Ranch - San Mateo County
This is a new project area just south of the community of Half Moon Bay,
consisting of 1,770+ acres with 16,000+ lineal feet of ocean frontage. The
project has beaches backed by bluffs, and flat uplands. Inland of the
Coast Highway, which passes through the project, are rolling coastal hills,
bisected by Purisima Creek. The project will support camping, day use,
hiking, and fishing.
11. Morro Bay State Park - San Luis Obispo County
This proposed addition to Morro Bay State Park would consist of 2,500+
acres which would complete the Morro Bay Estuary and shoreline with uplands
near Los Osos Creek and Cerro Cabrillo Peak. The primary purpose is for
preservation and interpretation programs.
12. Garrapata Beach - Monterey County
This is a new project area approximately five miles south of Point Lobos
State Reserve. It consists of 60+ acres with 4,000+ lineal feet of ocean
frontage. This is one of the most popular beaches in the Big Sur Area and
would support picnicking, fishing, and other beach uses.
13. San Gregorio/Pomponio State Beaches - San Mateo County
This proposed addition consists of 600+ acres with 2,500+ lineal feet of
ocean frontage and will connect the two state beaches. The ocean frontage
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consists of sandy beach backed by a bluff. The lands inland of the Coast
Highway are primarily grass and chaparral covered coastal uplands, as well
as riparian areas along Pomponio and San Gregorio Creeks. Uses may include
camping, picnicking, beach use and trails primarily along the ocean and
adjacent to the two streams.
14. Pismo State Beach - San Luis Obispo County
This proposed addition would add 390+ acres with 3,500+ lineal feet of ocean
frontage to Pismo State Beach. The parcel encompasses Oso Flaco Lake and
adjacent sand dune areas. Public use facilities would include day use,
off-highway vehicle use and a major parking area out of the dunes to serve
the beach.
15. Marina Beach - Monterey County
This is a new project area located just north of the City of Monterey
near the community of Marina. It consists of 180+ acres with 6,000+
lineal feet of ocean frontage. The project has a fine sandy beach which
would support sun bathing, fishing and other beach uses. The upland area
behind the beach could support picnicking and limited camping.
16. Salt Point State Park - Sonoma County
This proposed addition of 350+ acres and 5.000+ lineal feet of ocean
frontage extends northward or upcoast of the existing state park and
between the ocean and Kruse Rhododendron State Reserve. The property
has potential for limited picnicking, camping, beach use and hiking, but
the main objective is additional shoreline and adjacent upland preservation.
17. Pigmy Forest Ecological Staircase - Mendocino County
This is a new project area located approximately 4 miles south of the
town of Fort Bragg. It consists of 620+ acres with 5,000+ lineal feet
of ocean frontage. The project includes a unique ecological staircase
of marine terraces along Jug Handle Creek. Public use will be primarily
preservation oriented with nature study, hiking, trails, hostels,
picnicking, etc.
Inholdings and Additions to Existing State Park Units
18. Leo Carrillo State Beach - Los Angeles/Ventura Counties
This proposed addition is upcoast of the existing Leo Carrillo State Beach
and consists of beach and bluff uplands between the ocean and Highway 1 in
Ventura County. It consists of 35+ acres with 2,500+ lineal feet of ocean
frontage. The property has an excellent beach similar to that found at
Leo Carrillo State Beach backed by approximately a 100-foot bluff and a
marine terrace. Potential uses include hiking, water and beach-related
activities such as swimming, surfing, scuba diving and sunbathing as
well as archeological and environmental interpretation.
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19. San Elijo/Cardiff State Beaches - San Diego County
This proposed addition is located between the ocean and the Coast Highway
and between Cardiff State Beach and San Elijo State Beach. It consists
of approximately 3.7 acres with 175+ feet of ocean frontage. Acquisition
of the parcel will eliminate all inholdings between San Elijo and Cardiff
State Beaches. Future development would consist of day use facilities
related to beach use.
20. Malibu Lagoon State Beach - Los Angeles County
This proposed 10+ acre addition is located upcoast of the existing state
beach and next to the Coast Highway. Developments will be day use in
support of beach use.
21. San Clemente State Beach - Orange County
This proposed addition consists of 7.7+ acres and is located south of
the existing campground. It consists of ocean bluff upland overlooking
the existing state beach. Future development will consist of expansion
of the existing camping facilities and safe pedestrian access under the
railroad to the beach.
22. Torry Pines State Reserve - San Diego County
The proposed addition of 280+ acres consists of the Penasquitos Estuary
which is rich in aquatic and wildlife resources and has significant
scientific and educational values, The proposed addition adjoins State
Park System lands now classified as a natural preserve. Future develop-
ments would include facilities necessary to interpret, protect and
manage the scientific, educational and natural resources of the estuary
and reserve.
23. Refugio State Beach - Santa Barbara County
This proposed addition consists of 42+ acres with 9,000+ lineal feet
of ocean frontage. It extends upcoast of the existing state beach unit
to a point just upcoast of the Tajiguas Creek outlet. The addition will
preserve more shoreline and will be used primarily for beach-oriented
activities.
24. Gaviota State Park - Santa Barbara County
This proposed addition consists of 120+ acres in the Hot Springs area
near the junction of Highway 101 and Highway 1. This property is necessary
to gain control of access to the Hot Springs area and will round out
the boundary of Gaviota State Park in this area to a more natural line.
Public use will be primarily day use oriented.
25. McGrath State Beach - Ventura County
There are two proposed additions to McGrath State Beach, the first
consisting of 80.2+ acres which has frontage on McGrath. Lake. Standard
Oil has a natural gas facility on this property which is generally flat,
developable land with some low sand dunes. The property could be
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developed for day use and/or group camping. The second parcel consists
of 28.3+ acres at the southerly or downcoast end of the existing state
beach lands. The area is generally flat with some low sand dunes and
is presently being used as a go-kart race track. There would be minimal
development of this property which is needed to provide better resource
protection of the existing unit.
26. Pescadero State Beach - San Mateo County
This acquisition of 340+ acres will complete acquisition of the Pescadero
Marsh of which a little over 50% is presently in State ownership. The
proposal includes upland area to serve as buffer and protection and
includes the confluence of Pescadero and Butano Creek just prior to their
combined mouth in the Pacific Ocean. The site has potential for develop-
ment as an excellent bird education center. Development would consist
of trails for observation of the over 160 species of shore birds, waterfowl
and water-associated birds which utilize the marsh.
27. Manresa State Beach - Santa Cruz County
This proposed addition consists of 70+ acres of marine terrace overlooking
the existing Manresa State Beach. It will provide a mid-point access to
the state beach as well as developable upland for camping, picnicking
and day use facilities relating to the beach use.
28. Zmudowski/Jetty State Beaches - Monterey County
This proposed addition of 100+ acres with 2, 700+ lineal feet of ocean
frontage lies between the two existing state beach units. It contains
sand dunes and marsh areas, and has preservation values as well as some
camping, day use and fishing potential.
29. New Brighton State Beach - Santa Cruz County
This proposed addition to this heavily used state beach would consist of
95+ acres and 1,540+ lineal feet of ocean frontage. The project has an
excellent sandy swimming and sunbathing beach backed by a relatively
steep bluff and upland which is heavily wooded. Development would
consist of camping in the upper forested areas and day use facilities
relating to the excellent sandy beach.
30. Pomponio State Beach - San Mateo County
This inholding located adjacent to Horseshoe Gulch and consisting of
14.7+ acres is surrounded on three sides by the existing state beach and
on the fourth side by Highway 1. The property is presently for sale and
its acquisition will eliminate an administrative problem as well as
provide area for public access and day use facilities relating to beach
use.
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31. Sunset State Beach - Santa Cruz County
This proposed addition of 13+ acres is a complete inholding within the
existing Sunset State Beach. The property consists primarily of open
fields. Acquisition of this parcel will remove an administration problem
as well as provide additional upland for development of day-use oriented
facilities.
32. Morro Bay State Park - San Luis Obispo County
There are two proposed additions to Morro Bay State Park under the
inholdings and additions portion of funding. The first area consists of
90+ acres with 3,700+ lineal feet of ocean frontage as well as frontage
on Morro Bay. The area is a natural sand peninsula bounded by the ocean
and Morro Bay and consists primarily of sand dunes. This parcel is
primarily preservation-oriented and acquisition will preserve it from
inappropriate development. The second area consists of approximately 50
acres at the southern end of Morro Bay. This acquisition is primarily
habitat preservation for the Morro Bay kangaroo rat to create an eco-
logical reserve for this rapidly disappearing species.
33. Thornton State Beach - San Mateo County
This proposed addition would add 36+ acres with 1,000+ lineal feet of
ocean frontage north or upcoast of the existing Thornton State Beach.
The parcel contains excellent sandy beach backed by bluffs and upland
areas. Proposed developments could include a more aesthetic park entrance,
additional beach access trails and added beach-related day use facilities.
34. Atascadero State Beach - San Luis Obispo County
There are two proposed additions to this unit. The first being a 30+
acre parcel adjacent to and inland of the existing state beach. The
parcel is comprised of recently established sand dunes and flat upland
area. This acquisition will place in public ownership the recently
established sand dune area and provide necessary areas for day use
parking. The second acquisition consists of 85+ acres with 3,400+ lineal
feet of ocean frontage between the existing state beach and the Morro
Rock Reserve. Developments on the property may consist of day use
parking areas for use of the beach as well as to serve the Morro Rock
Reserve.
35. Julia P. Burns State Park - Monterey County
There are three inholding parcels within this park which are proposed for
acquisition. The first parcel is an L-shaped 120+ acre area near the
northern boundary of the state park. The second parcel consists of 50+
acres with 2,500+ lineal feet of ocean frontage and is a complete inhold-
ing along Highway 1. The third parcel is a complete inholding and con-
sists of 40+ acres in McWay Canyon. Acquisition of these parcels will
eliminate private access and administrative problems.
36. Tomales Bay State Park - Marin County
This proposed 60+ acre parcel with 2,100+ lineal feet of frontage on
Tomales Bay is a complete inholding. It contains the area known as
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Shallow Beach and a small marsh area behind the beach. Acquisition will
eliminate private access and an administrative problem.
37. Dry Lagoon State Park - Humboldt County
There are two proposed additions to this unit, the first being a 200+
acre parcel with 16,000+ lineal feet of waterfrontage on Stone Lagoon.
Potential development includes camping and day use facilities including
boat launching potential into Stone Lagoon. The second parcel consists
of 51+ acres with 2,000+ lineal feet of ocean frontage and a like amount
of frontage on Big Lagoon. The parcel consists of sand spit lands which
presently divides the state park ownership. Acquisition of this parcel
would eliminate an inholding as well as protect the area from inappropriate
development.
38. Patrick's Point State Park - Humboldt County
This proposed addition contains 180+ acres and 3,800+ lineal feet of
ocean frontage. The parcel includes the area known as Agate Beach backed
by a steep bluff and a high marine terrace covered with a stand of spruce
and alder. Agate Beach has been utilized informally by park visitors
though in private ownership. The acquisition would insure continued
public use of the beach as well as provide additional lands on the marine
terrace for camping and day use facilties.
39. Van Damme State Park - Mendocino County
This proposed addition of 169+ acres lies adjacent to the norther1
boundary of Van Damme State Park. The area is a gently sloping parcel
covered with a stand of second growth redwoods and three or four small
meadows. This acquisition will provide land to relocate the camping
facilities from the resource oriented area in Little River Canyon as well
as to provide a buffer zone for this canyon.
40. Russian Gulch State Park - Mendocino County
This proposed addition of 110+ acres lies adjacent to and north of the
existing state park unit. It is gently sloping land with a forest of
douglas fir and bishop pine as well as grassy meadows. It would provide
developable land for relocation of the existing campground in Russian
Gulch Canyon. This is a resource oriented acquisition in that it will
remove camping from an area that should be preserved and protected.
41. Azalea State Reserve - Humboldt County
This proposed addition consists of two parcels totaling 10+ acres. The
parcels are located between the reserve and the North Bank Road which
parallels the Mad River. The area is gently sloping and covered with
grass, brush and some trees. Acquisition of these two parcels would
eliminate potential of developments distracting to the existing reserve
and would be used by the State for trails and nature study.
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SOUTHWEST MOUNTAINS AND VALLEYS PROVINCE
New Projects and Major Additions to Existing State Park Units
42. Santa Monica Mountains - Los Angeles County
There are two proposed additions to this unit. The first consisting of
1,630+ acres in Topanga Canyon. This acquisition will provide a broad
corridor along both sides of Topanga Canyon Boulevard between the Santa
Monica Mountains Park and the recently acquired Topanga Beach area. It
is primarily for preservation of open space with development limited to
trail developments. An exception to this would be an area just upcoast
of Topanga Canyon Boulevard and just inland of the Coast Highway. This
area is quite flat and could provide desperately needed parking space for
Topanga Beach and to serve hikers going inland. Access to the beach
exists via an existing underpass under the Coast Highway. The second
area for acquisition is a 600+ acre parcel known as Los Liones Canyon
adjacent to the Topanga Canyon parcel above. This area is quite rugged
and would be primarily preservation of open space with trail development.
Local proponents feel a portion of the area has excellent potential for
an arboretum or nature center area.
43. Century Ranch - Los Angeles County
This project has already been funded through Chapter 1174, Statutes 1973,
of the General Fund to the Department of Parks and Recreation. This
statute allocates $5,700.000 which must be repaid from the 1974 Bond Act.
The primary 2,630 acres has been purchased from 20th Century Fox. The
major portion of the ranch is very rugged; however, the east end of the
ranch contains approximately 300 acres of relatively flat developable
land. Those funds which remain out of the $5.7 million will be utilized
to acquire several small parcels which are adjacent to the original
purchase and are needed to create a more complete unit.
44. Rancho Cuejito - San Diego County
This project, near the City of Escondido, consists of 20,170+ acres. It
contains, intact, an original Spanish land grant as well as some additional
perimeter lands. The emphasis of the project will be preserving the
historic rancho scene though it does have potential for camping, picnicking
and hiking uses around the perimeter depending on a resource analysis.
45. Temecula Canyon - Riverside County
This project consists of 5,787+ acres of which 3,486+ acres are already
in State or federal ownership. The project is located adjacent to the
Riverside County/San Diego County line in Riverside County and just south
of the community of Temecula. The terrain is quite rugged with Temecula
Canyon consisting of a steep-sided 5-mile long gorge formed by the Santa
Margarita River. The project contains potential for multiple uses
and educational research.
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Inholdings and Additions to Existing State Park Units
46. Cuyamaca Rancho State Park - San Diego County
There are two proposed additions to Cuyamaca Rancho State Park, both in
the northerly portion of the park. The first area consists of 655+ acres
at the north entrance to the park in what is known as the "middle peak"
area. Generally the parcel is quite steep consisting of the side slopes
of the middle peak. There are, however, areas along Highway 79 which
could be developed to uses which would be detrimental to park values.
This acquisition is primarily preservation-oriented; however, its
acquisition could prevent future administrative and management problems.
The second area is known as the "milk ranch area" and consists of 120+
acres. This parcel is located adjacent to the western boundary of the
park just southwest of the middle peak. It is an inholding between the
existing state park and the Cleveland National Forest. The parcel
presently presents administrative problems as its only access is across
state park properties. Though the prime reason for acquisition would be
to remove an administrative problem, the parcel does contain potential
for camping, picnicking and hiking.
47. Palomar Mountain State Park - San Diego County
There are three proposed additions to Palomar Mountain State Park. The
first parcel consists of 1,150+ acres near the entrance area and Sunday
School Flats area on the southeast corner of the park. The portion of
this parcel located along the entrance road is needed to preserve the
integrity of the entrance road. The portion in the Sunday School Flats
area contains potential for camping and/or day use development The
second parcel proposed for acquisition consists of 55+ acres and is
located near the northeast corner of the park between the existing state
park and Cleveland National Forest lands. This property creates an
administrative problem in that access to it is across state park lands.
The third parcel consists of 540+ acres in the Lower French Valley area
at the northwestern corner of the park. This acquisition would eliminate
private properties between the existing park and the Cleveland National
Forest. The parcel is preservation-oriented though it does have potential
for camping, picnicking and hiking.
48. Mount San Jacinto State Park - Riverside County
There are two proposed additions to Mount San Jacinto State Park. The
first consisting of 1+ acre surrounded by the park on three sides and
State Highway 243 on the fourth side. The main objective of this
acquisition would be to eliminate an inholding which is highly susceptible
to private development which could be incompatible with state park uses.
The second parcel consists of 205+ acres at the southernmost boundary of
the state park. The parcel is located between the present trail head of
one of the park's most popular trails, the Deer Springs trail, and the
nearest public road to the state park in the Idyllwild vicinty. Develop-
ment would include a parking lot which would provide parking at the new
trail head for trail users.
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FOOTHILLS AND LOW COASTAL MOUNTAINS PROVINCE
New Projects and Major Additions to Existing State Park Units
49. Mount Diablo State Park - Contra Costa County
The approved Mount Diablo acquisition plan indicates a need for 4,900+
acres on the west side of the mountain along both sides of the north gate
entrance road, 6,400+ acres on the east side of the mountain including
North Peak and Curry Canyon, and 1,780+ acres on the south side of the
park in the Black Hawk Ranch area. To acquire all of these lands would
require more than the amount allocated to this landscape province; there-
fore, our proposal is to acquire areas which are most desirable or under
the greatest threat of adverse development. The acquisition is primarily
preservation-oriented though hiking, day use and some camping would be
possible in certain areas.
50. Castle Rock State Park - Santa Cruz County
This proposed acquisition consists of 1,150+ acres, along the western
side of Skyline Boulevard. This acquisition will help consolidate
existing fragmented ownership into a manageable unit. The terrain is
generally steep with numerous tributaries of the San Lorenzo River and
intervening ridges. The lands adjacent to Skyline Boulevard are on the
crest of the Santa Cruz mountains and contain substantial areas which
would be suitable for camping and picnicking developments. Hiking use
will be popular throughout the area.
51. Bothe Napa Valley State Park - Napa County
This proposed acquisition contains 175+ acres on the southern side of the
park between the main body of the park and the recently acquired Bale
Mill Historical Monument. It contains some day use and camping potential
and excellent riding and hiking potential.
52. Annadel Project - Sonoma County
This 680+ acre addition lies along the southwestern corner of the park.
The parcel includes the southern side of Bennett Mountain which is the
highest point in the area at 1,187 feet elevation. It consists primarily
of rolling to steep terrain and is preservation-oriented with some trail
potential.
Inholdings and Additions to Existing State Park Units
53. Clear Lake State Park - Lake County
There are two proposed additions to this unit, the first being a complete
inholding of 40+ acres with 800+ lineal feet of lake frontage in the Dorn
Bay area. This parcel has potential for camping, day use and hiking and
would eliminate an administrative problem. The second parcel, consisting
of 110+ acres, lies along the eastern side of the park between Kelsey
and Cole Creeks. This parcel has good developable, flat land which is
currently threatened with commercial developments which could be detrimental
to park values. As park land, it would be used for multiple purposes.
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54. Robert Louis Stevenson State Park - Sonoma/Napa/Lake Counties
There are three proposed additions to this state park. The first con-
sisting of 171+ acres. This parcel is a complete inholding embracing the
top of Mount Saint Helena. It is primarily preservation-oriented with
hiking potential. The second parcel consists of 147+ acres along the
eastern side of the park. This parcel has very limited development
potential and would be primarily preservation-oriented. The third parcel
consists of 560+ acres along the southern boundary of the park. This
parcel has historical significance in that it embraces the Robert Louis
Stevenson Monument as well as the Silverado town site. The parcel also
has development potential for camping, day use and hiking.
55. Bothe-Napa Valley State Park - Napa County
There are two proposed inholding purchases, the first consisting of
3+ acres between the existing park and the State Highway on the northern
boundary of the park. This parcel is relatively flat and contains
development potential for camping and/or day use. The second parcel
consists of 240+ acres adjacent to the northwest corner of the park.
This parcel consists of relatively steep hillside lands in the Ritchie
Creek watershed and is primarily preservation-oriented with limited
development potential.
56. Sugarloaf Ridge State Park - Sonoma County
This proposed addition consists of 320+ acres along the southern boundary
of Sugarloaf Ridge State Park. The parcel is primarily for watershed
protection and preservation with limited development potential.
57. Henry W. Coe State Park - Santa Clara County
This proposed addition consists of a 116+ acre parcel which is a com-
plete inholding within the existing park unit. The property is relatively
steep with limited development potential along Coyote Creek which passes
through the parcel. Acquisition would remove an administrative problem.
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GREAT VALLEY PROVINCE
New Projects and Major Additions to Existing State Park Units
58. Consumnes River Project - Sacramento County
This is a new project located adjacent to the Sacramento/San Joaquin
County line in Sacramento County and just west of the community of Galt.
The project consists of 3,450+ acres and could be described as flat,
delta lands with numerous intervening waterways feeding into the Consumnes
River which is the main feature of the project. The project is primarily
preservation oriented preserving the Consumnes River for trail and boat-
ing purposes with perimeter multiple uses.
59. Sutter Buttes - Sutter County
This is a new project which amounts to 30,000+ acres on the project map.
The landscape consultant study indicates 7,500 acres for the Sutter
Buttes project. It is our intention to acquire as much of the project as
possible with Bond Act funds. The project consists of recent volcanic
plugs, scenic geologic forms and blue oak woodlands and grasslands. It
was given the highest priority in the consultant study for landscape
preservation. There would be potential in the perimeter areas for multiple
public uses.
60. Delta Channel Islands - San Joaquin County
This proposal is to preserve a series of small delta islands for public
boating access and use as recommended in the Resources Agency's report
Delta Master Recreation Plan. There are four areas which are, in order
of priority: Latham Slough - Empire Cut to Connection Slough which con-
sists of 450+ acres; the second area is known as Potato Slough - San
Joaquin River to Terminous, and this consists of 250+ acres; the third
area is in Disappointment Slough - Honker Cut to Bishop Cut, and this
area amounts to 220+ acres; the fourth area is an island in Middle River
opposite Mildred Island which amounts to 40+ acres. The four areas total
up to 960+ acres.
61. Bidwell River Park - Butte/Glenn Counties
This is a new project area located approximately 6 miles west of the city
of Chico along the banks of the Sacramento River. This acquisition would
preserve an excellent example of streamside flood plain riparian woodlands.
It consists of 657+ acres of which 181+ acres are already in public
ownership (Butte County). The river along this project has excellent
potential for floating, paddling and small boat cruising. Activities
such as camping, picnicking, hiking and nature interpretation could be
provided with access from the River as well as highway access.
61A. San Luis Island - Merced County
The total San Luis Island project consists of 18,300+ acres. That
portion lying between State Highway 140 on the west and County Road J14
on the east is the area being considered for Bond Act funding. It
consists of 9,000+ (includes 114 acres at Fremont Ford SRA) acres which
contains a representative sample of an unaltered grassland area that has
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never been under cultivation, and riparian habitat. Both Salt Slough and
the San Joaquin River flow through this area. Recreation opportunities
would include picnicking, limited camping, swimming, fishing, hiking,
plant and wildlife observation and photography. The area also has potential
for establishing a Tule Elk herd since this is a part of their original range.
Inholdings and Additions to Existing State Park Units
62. Caswell Memorial State Park - San Joaquin County
This proposed addition consisting of 13+ acres and 1,000+ lineal feet
of river frontage is located between the park entrance road and the
Stanislaus River near the entrance to the park. There would be limited
public use of this area as its acquisition is to eliminate potential
administrative problems.
63. Colusa-Sacramento River State Recreation Area - Colusa County
This 40+ acre addition lies adjacent to the northerly boundary of the
existing park. It contains 1,000+ lineal feet of river frontage on the
Sacramento River and contains typical riparian vegetation and 10+ acres
of orchard. The parcel contains potential for camping and picnicking and
river-associated recreation.
64. Woodson Bridge State Recreation Area - Tehema County
This proposed addition of 40+ acres lies adjacent to the northerly
boundary of this unit. It has 2,000+ lineal feet of frontage along the
Sacramento River and contains typical flood plain riparian vegetation.
The property contains potential for camping and/or picnicking as well as
river-associated recreation.
65. Turlock Lake State Recreation Area - Stanislaus County
This addition of 6+ acres with 800+ lineal feet of Tuolumne River frontage
is at the northwest corner of the park. It is relatively flat, flood
plain land immediately west of the existing campground. Acquisition will
eliminate a potential administrative problem and place the rest of this
flat bench in public ownership.
66. Brannon Island State Recreation Area - Sacramento County
This proposed addition consists of 100+ acres which is an inholding
within the park surrounded by the park on three sides and Twitchell
Island Road on the fourth side. The property is presently being used by
the Reclamation Board as a spoil area. Acquisition of this land would
provide additional space for camping and day use facilties.
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DESERT PROVINCE
New Projects and Major Additions to Existing State Park Units
67. Anza-Borrego Desert State Park - San Diego/Imperial Counties
This unit has many inholdings which need to be acquired; however, four
have been delineated as the most critical areas for acquisition. These
four areas are recommended for bond fund acquisition with any additional
funds to be used for other inholdings. One area consists of 1,430+ acres
and is known as the Coyote Canyon/Collins Valley area in the northern
portion of the park. The second area consists of 500+ acres and is known
as the Carrizo Stage Station and Marsh and is located towards the southern
portion of the park on the San Diego County/Imperial County line. The third
are consists of 680+ acres and is known as Culp Valley. This parcel is
located southwest of the community of Borrego Springs on the Montezuma-
Borrego Highway. The fourth area is known as the Hawk Canyon area and
consists of 1,550+ acres and is located southeast of Borrego Springs.
Acquisition of all four areas is preservation oriented as well as to elimi-
nate administrative problems.
68. Poppy Preserve - Los Angeles County
This is a new project located in northern Los Angeles County near the
community of Lancaster. The project consists of 11,600+ acres in-
cluding the Antelope Buttes and Fairmont Buttes. This project is
partially funded through private donations; however, Bond funding will
help expand the boundary to its ultimate size. It is preservation
oriented and will protect an outstanding example of the California
Poppy.
Inholdings and Additions to Existing State Park Units
69. Red Rock Canyon State Recreation Area - Kern County
This proposed addition is to acquire 1,400+ acres in the Last Chance
Canyon area. This acquisition consists of private ownerships with the
remainder of the lands, which are owned by the Bureau of Land Management,
being acquired at a later date. The project is primarily preservation
oriented.
70. Bodie State Historic Park - Mono County
This proposed addition consists of 200+ acres to the east of the Eodie
townsite. This acquisition is primarily preservation oriented and is
shown for acquisition in the Desert Landscape Preservation Study. It
also has historical benefits in that it prevents potential private
encroachment on the historic townsite of Bodie.
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71. Providence Mountains State Recreation Area - San Bernardino County
This proposed addition consists of 110+ acres and is known as the
Mexican Mine, located to the north of the Mitchell Caverns. The
parcel contains dangerous open mine shafts which are potentially
hazardous to the public. Acquisition would also prevent potential
private development which would be detrimental to state park values.
72. Saddleback Butte State Park - Los Angeles County
There are three proposed additions to this unit; the first consisting
of 160+ acres at the northeast corner of the park. The second parcel
is located at the southeast corner of the park and contains 480+ acres.
The third parcel is located on the southwest corner of the park and
contains 160+ acres. These lands proposed for acquisition contain
additional Joshua trees and will straighten out the present irregular
boundaries of the park. It is primarily preservation oriented, although
it will eliminate some administrative problems.
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REDWOOD PROVINCE
New Projects and Major Additions to Existing State Park Units
73. Humboldt Redwoods State Park - Humboldt County
This proposed addition consists of miscellaneous inholdings within the
existing park that are owned in fee by Save-the-Redwoods League, The
parcels total approximately 4,000+ acres and can be acquired from the
League at half their purchase price. The League will use the funds to
acquire additional redwood lands. This acquisition is preservation
oriented.
74. Big Basin Redwoods State Park - San Mateo/Santa Cruz County
There are presently 4,660+ acres of privately owned land within the
approved boundaries of Big Basin Redwoods State Park. These parcels
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are located in the Waddell Creek, Finney Creek, Ano Nuevo Creek, and
Last Chance Creek drainages, as well as the Pine Mountain and Little
Basin areas. A specific amount will be set aside for acquisition of
those areas which are most critical or are threatened by imminent de-
velopment.
Inholdings and Additions to Existing State Park Units
75. The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park - Santa Cruz County
This proposed acquisition consists of 37 residential lots in the
Hinkley Basin which is a complete inholding within the existing park
unit. Acquisition will remove an administrative problem and will be
primarily preservation oriented.
76. Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park - Santa Cruz County
There are two proposed additions to this park unit. The first consisting
of a small 1+ acre inholding near the entrance to the park. Private de-
velopment of this property would be a very visible scenic intrusion upon
the existing park and, therefore, its acquisition by the State is necessary.
The second parcel consists of 279+ acres immediately to the north of the
existing campground. This area is a part of the Eagle Creek drainage
and has areas well suited for hiking and nature study. It is primarily
preservation oriented and will give the existing campground a buffer
from future encroachments.
77. Samuel P. Taylor State Park - Marin County
This proposed addition is on the southeast side of the park adjacent to
the community of Lagunitas. It consists of 440+ acres in the area known
as Barnaby Ridge-Barbnaby Mountain. It is primarily preservation oriented
to prevent future encroachment upon the existing park.
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NORTHEAST VOLCANIC, KLAMATH - SISKIYOU AND SIERRA NEVADA PROVINCES
New Projects and Major Additions to Existing State Park Units
78. Horr Ranch - Shasta County
This new project consists of 5,790+ acres and is located in the extreme
northeast corner of Shasta County about 80 miles northeast of Redding.
The project contains approximately 10 miles of lake frontage on Big
Lake. It has two basic land types: one consisting of low, open meadows
and the other of lava flows with sparse cover of conifers, brush and
grassland. The project has potential for multi public use facilities.
79. Burton Creek - Placer County
This is a new project area on the northern shores of Lake Tahoe next
to the existing Tahoe State Recreation Area. It contains 1,800+ acres
and 2,000+ lineal feet of frontage on Lake Tahoe. Though the lake
frontage is limited, the inland areas are very scenic and contain
benches that are heavily wooded and contain potential for camping,
picnicking and trails.
Inholdings and Additions to Existing State Park Units
80. MacArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park - Shasta County
This proposed addition of 200+ acres is located at the northeasterly
boundary of the park. Frontage on Lake Britton in front of this
property is owned by PG&E. The terrain and vegetative cover on this
property make it very desirable for potential camping and/or day use
facilities.
81. Castle Crags State Park - Shasta County
This proposed addition of 960+ acres is an inholding within the
existing park. The property is owned by Southern Pacific and is
located in the heart of the Crags. The acquisition is preservation
oriented.
82. Sugar Pine Point State Park - El Dorado County
This proposed addition contains 40+ acres with 2,000+ lineal feet of
frontage on Lake Tahoe. It is located adjacent to the southern
boundary of the park and was included in the original project boundary.
The parcel is very scenic and nicely wooded and would permit continued
use of the shoreline.
83. Calaveras Big Trees State Park - Calaveras County
This proposed addition consists of 280+ acres and is located adjacent
to the southeast side of the park. It is nicely wooded and provides
excellent potential for expansion of the existing campground (permitting
relocation of existing campground in the north grove). Private develop-
ment of this parcel could have a very detrimental affect upon the esthetic
qualities of the existing campground.
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HISTORICAL ACQUISITION PROJECTS
1.
Bodie State Historic Park - Mono County
There are two areas proposed for acquisition within and adjacent to
the townsite of Bodie. One is the Bodie Bluff area northeast of the
present park boundary consisting of 98+ acres; the other, consisting
of 128+ acres is south of the townsite where the roads leading from
Highway 395 and Pole Line Road converge upon the main street of the
town. Both are privately owned and are needed as buffer areas to pro-
tect the historic integrity of Bodie. The sense of current isolation
must be ensured and enhanced if Bodie is to continue to exert its
unique "ghost town" impact upon those who seek that experience.
2.
Colonel Allensworth State Historic Park - Tulare County
As the only all Black colony-community established by an ex-slave in
California, Allensworth exerted a unique historical-sociological
impact upon the state as a whole. Adequate interpretive imagry of
the life and times of Colonel Allen Allensworth and his colonists will
be attained through acquisition of the balance of the inholdings within
the proposed park boundary. Public recreation will be enhanced by
living and static house museums, a museum-orientation center, possible
conference-cultural center, agricultural displays, restaurant, shops,
picnic areas, and some overnight facilities. The amount of land within
the proposed park boundary is 240+ acres, much of which has been acquired
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or is presently being acquired.
3.
Columbia State Historic Park - Tuolumne County
The acquisition program proposed for Columbia is to pick up privately
owned inholdings within the historic core area of the town. Acquisition
of these properties by the State will protect current State investment
within the town, and offer an opportunity for proper protection, preser-
vation and interpretation of one of the most significant historical areas
in California. The proposed acquisition includes 25 parcels which total
7.4+ acres.
4.
Indian Grinding Rock State Historic Park - Amador County
There are two proposed additions to this unit. The first consisting of
140+ acres adjacent to the northern boundary of the existing unit.
This addition would provide buffer space, space for additional screened
parking, picnic facilities, and relocation of the entrance and office.
The second area of 5+ acres at the southwest corner of the unit provides
a corridor between state park property and adjacent land now under
application for transfer from the Bureau of Land Management. The
emphasis of this addition is environmental integrity of the largest known
bedrock mortar site in North America.
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5.
Jack London State Historic Park - Sonoma County
There are two proposed additions to this unit. The first consisting of
35+ acres is located on the northern side of the unit; and the second,
amounting to 34+ acres, is adjacent to the southern boundary of the unit.
These properties are needed as buffer areas to two historical building
sites within the park. Each area is heavily vegetated and constitutes
a fire hazard during fire season, with the first parcel being the most
critical due to its nearness to the House of Happy Walls.
6.
La Purisima Mission State Historic Park - Santa Barbara County
This proposed addition consists of 156+ acres and is located directly
opposite the entrance to the historic mission site. Acquisition of this
land is essential if the unique historical and environmental quality of
La Purisima Mission is to be preserved. The intrusion of modern dwellings
upon this property would destroy the provincial charm now possessed by
Mission La Purisima, as well as demolish archeological and historical
building sites known to exist on the property. The addition will also
facilitate relocation of the county road and visitor parking areas out
of the historic area.
7.
Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park - El Dorado County
The proposed additions at this unit, which is considered to be one of the
most significant historical sites in America, consists of several parcels
of land totaling 33+ acres interspersed on either side of the South
Fork of the American River. This acquisition will preserve historical
values now threatened by private developments which could be detrimental
to the historical resources currently owned by the State. Through this
acquisition, recreation can be enhanced by the development of simulated
primitive mining activities, structures, and objects characteristic of the
life and times of the early "Argonauts".
8.
Monterey State Historic Park - Monterey County
There are two additions at this unit. The first includes the Old Whaling
Station and the Old Brick House located on Decatur Street; and the second
consisting of a small area known as the Hidden Village south of the Casa del
Oro on Olivier Street. The Whaling Station is one of the most attractive
adobes in Monterey and the Brick House is the first of its kind in
California. Located near the Custom House Plaza, they will provide
an architectural buffer and historical interpretive values required to
supplement the Department's interpretive program. The Hidden Village
is required as a buffer between the historical complex which makes up
the lower Alvarado Street, Olivier Street and Pacific Street area, and
the planned hotel-conference center building soon to be constructed to the
south. The amount of property involved totals 2.7+ acres.
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9.
01d Town San Diego State Ilistoric Park - San Diego County
This project consists of two proposed additions on either side of the
Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad tracks at the northwest corner
of the historic zone of Old Town San Diego. The area on the eastern
side of the tracks is privately owned and consists of 1.6+ acres.
The area on the western side of the tracks is owned by the Division of
Highways and consists of 8.3+ acres. This parcel has been declared
surplus by the Division of Highways. The property will be used pri-
marily to alleviate the critical need for parking space which has
become very evident since the development of this unit. Providing
parking out of the historical core will reduce the visual, environmental
and historical impact upon the historic buildings.
10. Petaluma Adobe State Historic Park - Sonoma County
This proposed addition consists of 13.7+ acres of land bordering
Casa Grande Road and Adobe Road, directly below that enclosed within
the present State Historic Park boundaries. The property is necessary
to provide a buffer against encroaching development and to convey the
picture of open space needed to simulate the vast acreages common to
the Hispanic Era rancho. Otherwise, housing or industrial uses will
occupy this land, thereby destroying the quality of the interpretive
experience enjoyed today.
11. Sonoma State Historic Park - Sonoma County
There are two proposed additions at this unit, the first consisting of
0.71 acres located next to the San Francisco-Solane Mission complex on
East Spain Street across from the Blue Wing Inn. This property has
unusual historic and archeological value, for it is the site of the main
mission structure built in Sonoma in 1823, and which was destroyed by
flood. It will be developed either as part of the present mission complex
or as an archeological exhibit. The second parcel is a narrow, rectangular
parcel of 2.1+ acres which stretches from First Street East to First Street
West directly north of the State's present parking facility and bisecting
State property and that now being developed as a railroad exhibit by the
city park department of Sonoma. This area is needed as protective buffer
between city park activities and the State's historic zone.
12. Stanford Home - Sacramento County
This proposed acquisition located in downtown Sacramento consists of 1+
acre on which is located the Stanford Home originally constructed in the
1850's. When It became the residence of Leland Stanford in 1861, it
assumed historic significance, for Stanford was one of the original
partners in the development of the Transcontinental Railroad, Governor
of California in 1862 and 63, and a United States Senator from 1885 to
1893. During his occupancy of the structure from 1861 to 1874, Stanford
made extensive alterations to the building, gradually accomplishing the
architectural charm for which it is now known. As part of the State Park
System, it will project the story of Leland and Jane Stanford and their
son, Leland Stanford, Jr., the story of leaders in the construction of
the Transcontinental Railroad, of early political times in California,
as well as illustrate some of the finest architectural craftsmanship
of that period.
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RECREATION TRAILS
Presently the State Park System has only one trail system under its jurisdiction
and patrol which links state park units. These riding and hiking trails link
Castle Rock State Park with Big Basin Redwoods State Park in the Santa Cruz
Mountains south of San Francisco.
It is proposed to spend $2,000,000 of Park Bond funds for acquisition of 4
major trail systems or locations - statewide. These include: 2 major horseback
riding and hiking trail systems, 1 major bicycle hiking route, and 1 river
boating trail.
The following brief description outlines the major elements of the proposed
program:
1. Santa Monica Mountain Trail
A riding and hiking trail from western and urban Los Angeles westward in the
higher regions of the Santa Monica Mountains to their termination in the Oxnard
plain. The proposed route originates in Griffith Park within the City of Los
Angeles and extends westward generally following high ridges, firebreaks, and
some higher mountain stream valleys and connects Will Rogers State Park, the
Santa Monica Mountain Park Project (the Trippett Ranch), Tapia County Park,
the Century Ranch Park Project, and the upper valleys and peaks of Point Mugu
State Park, before descending to Calleguas Creek and a western terminus.
Feeder trails are planned to connect to coastal parks and inland valleys. It
is proposed to use 1974 Park Bond Funds to acquire a portion of this trail system.
2. Santa Cruz Mountain Trail
Various trail acquisitions, easements, etc., to connect major and minor State
Park units in the Santa Cruz Mountains (Santa Cruz, San Mateo and Santa Clara
Counties) and to expand an existing 45-mile trail system now connecting Castle
Rock State Park with Big Basin Redwoods State Park. It is proposed to use
1974 Park Bond Act funds to extend this existing trail system.
3. Pacific Coast Bicycle/Hiking Route
This proposed bicycle and hiking trail system is in two segments, the first
consisting of a route along the full ocean frontage of Ventura County from the
Los Angeles County line at Leo Carrillo State Beach westward to the Santa
Barbara County line at Rincon Point. It follows the route designated by the
Department of Transportation for half of this distance on the shoulder of a
busy highway where no practical alternative exists, and follows a scenic and
generally more coastal route away from traffic arteries where practical. The
second segment is in Santa Barbara County from Refugio State Beach westward
between the ocean and U. S. Highway 101 to Gaviota State Beach and northward
over Caviota Pass along U. S. Highway 101 to the junction of State Route 1.
The routing has been studied in conjunction with Department of Transportation
and would be built in conjunction with existing and planned major highway work.
4. Sacramento River Boating Trail
The proposed 153 mile long boating trail is 8 new concept in state park recrea-
tional facilities, and will provide a great recreational resource for relatively
little cost, It is proposed to incorporate existing state park units and other
public lands to create a chain of seven auto and water oriented major camping
facilities separated one days' river travel apart between Redding and Coluse.
It is also proposed to develop rest stop-primitive camp sites at 30 locations,
mostly on islands at one hours' travel time apart and generally accessible by
boat only
OFF-HIGHWAY VEHICLE AREA
At the present time, there are only four state park units in California where
off-road vehicles are permitted, and in these the vehicles are restricted to
smaller areas and 8 limited number of primitive roads. There are an estimated
1.5 million off-road vehicles in the state and the number is growing.
Since the major demand for off-road vehicle use is in the areas of greatest
population, it is proposed to acquire and develop one project area each within
easy driving time of the San Francisco Bay and Los Angeles Metropolitan Arcas.
These areas will offer some measure of isolation and be located where important
natural values will not be damaged. They will also be multi-use rather than
single purpose Off-Highway Vehicle Areas.
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DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS
Section 5096.85(c&d) of the Park Bond Act stipulates that the $60,000,000 for State Park
System development will be allocated as follows:
General Development
$45,000,000
History
15,000,000
Total Development
$60,000,000
It is the intent of the Department of Parks and Recreation that all general development funds will
be budgeted for within 3 years, and all history development funds within 5 years. It should be
noted that the following development funding program is based upon the best information on
current situations, urgencies, and capabilities, and is subject to revision as conditions warrant.
Projects Recommended for Development
from the 1974 Park Bond Program
County/Unit
Project
NORTHERN CALIFORNIA
Contra Costa
Mt. Diablo SP
Water supply system
Lake
Clear Lake SP
Campground
Marin
Angel Island SP
Day use facilities
Mt. Tamalpais SP
Campground
Stinson SB
Sewage export and campground
Mendocino
MacKerricher SP
Water supply, beach access
Mendocino Headlands
Day use facilities and sewage export
Monterey
Andrew Molera SP
Walk-in camps, trails, parking
sanitary facilities
Napa
Bothe-Napa SP
Campground, trails
Nevada
Donner Memorial SP
Water System
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County/Unit
Project
Placer
Folsom Lake SRA
Day use facilities and sewage system
Plumas
Plumas-Eureka SP
Water supply system
Sacramento
Old Sacramento SHP
Railroad musuem
San Mateo
Half Moon Bay SB
Campground (parking lot conversion)
San Gregorio SB
Campground and day use facilities
San Mateo Coast Beaches
Day use facilities
Santa Cruz
Henry Cowell Redwoods SP
Campground and admin. facilities
Manresa SB
Day use facilities
New Brighton SB
Sewage system, campfire center
Sunset SB
Day use facilities, water supply
Sonoma
Salt Point SP
Water supply system, campground
expansion & improvement, day use facilities
Sugarloaf Ridge
Water supply system, utilities
Northern California Totals
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Los Angeles
Century Ranch
Day use facilities, utilities
Malibu Lagoon SB
Day use facilities & sewage export
Topanga Beach Project
Day use facilities
Santa Monica Mtns. Proj.
Day use facilities, trails
Orange
Huntington SB
Day use facilities and campground
Riverside
Mt. San Jacinto SP
Campground improvement and expansion
water system, trail head parking
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County/Unit
Project
San Diego
Border SP
Day use facilities and utilities
Cuyamaca Rancho SP
Sewage system (joint project)
San Onofre SB
Sewage system, campgrounds, day use
and administrative facilities
Torrey Pines SB
Campground
San Luis Obispo
Montana de Oro SP
Campground, utilities, trails, day
use facilities, interpretation
San Simeon SB
Campground & day use facilities
Santa Barbara
Gaviota SP
Campground and utilities
Ventura
Emma Wood SB
Campground, service area
Point Mugu SP
Camping, trails
Southern California Totals
STATEWIDE
Statewide
Trails:
Santa Monica Mtns. Trails
Santa Barbara/Ventura Coast Bikeway
Santa Cruz Mtns. Trails
Sacramento River Boat Trail
Misc. Trails
Statewide
Undergrounding utilities
Statewide
Project planning (DPR)
Statewide
Archeological Surveys
Statewide
Preliminary design (OAC)
Statewide
Contingencies
Total
HISTORY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
Benicia SHP/Sol.
Restore Fisher House
Bidwell Mansion/But.
Restoration and site work
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County/Unit
Project
Bodie SHP/Mono
Relocate service/adm. facilities
Bothe-Napa Valley SP/Napa
Restoration of Bale Mill
Camillus Nelson SHF/Yolo
Continue reconstruction
Col. Allensworth SHP/Tulare
Restoration, site development
& utilities
Columbia SHP/Tuo.
Restore Fallon Hotel & Theater,
Soderer-Marshall, Bayhart, Elder and
D. O. Mills Buildings
Dry Lagoon SP/Hum.
Reconstruct Indian village
Empire Mine/Nev.
Restoration and site work
Folsom Lake SRA/Sac.
Restore old Folsom powerhouse
Fort Humboldt SHP/Hum.
Reconstruction
Fort Ross/Son.
Reconstruction & interpretation
facilities
Indian Museum/Statewide
Construction & displays
Los Encinos SHP/L.A.
Complete the restoration
Malakoff Diggins SHP/Nev.
Restoration & interpretation
facilities
Marshall Gold Dis. SHP/E.D.
Restore Coloma Grays Armory, Bell
and Bekearts stores
Monterey SHP
Restore Cooper-Molera; interp. facilities
Old Sacramento SHP/Sac.
Complete Big Four Bldg; 1849 scene;
Arcade station; railroad exhibits
Old Shasta SHP/Sha.
Restore Litsch Store
Old Town S.D. SHP/S.D.
Site restoration; reconstruct jail
Pio Pico SHP/L.A.
Complete the restoration
Plumas-Eureka SP/Plu.
Restore stamp mill
San Juan Bautista SHP/S.B.
Restore Plaza Hotel
Sonoma SHP/Son.
Restore barracks
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County/Unit
Project
Stanford Mansion SHP
Statewide
Project Planning
Statewide
Historical & Archeological research
Statewide
Preliminary design
Statewide
Contingencies
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'74
PARK
BONDS
$250,000,000
STATE BEACH, PARK, RECREATIONAL
AND HISTORICAL FACILITIES
BOND ACT OF 1974
DEPARTMENT
The Z'berg-Collier Bond Act, to go before the
OF
voters June 4, 1974, provides $250,000,000 for
State and local park acquisition and development
PARKS AND CALIFORNIA STATE SYSTEM RECREATION
in California, and for State fish and wildlife con-
servation projects. This pamphlet explains how
this money is to be used (see inside pages) as stip-
ulated in the Bond Act, and provides figures on
State of California - The Resources Agency
the amount of money to be allocated for local
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
park acquisition and development within each of
P.O. Box 2390, Sacramento 95811 Revised 2-74
California's 58 counties.
How the money is to be used:
OFFICIAL ALLOCATION TO
San Joaquin
330,200
1,220,057
COUNTIES OF "STATE GRANT MONIES"
San Luis Obispo
147,500
544,998
LOCAL GOVERNMENT
$90,000,000
AUTHORIZED BY STATE BEACH, PARK,
San Mateo
593,100
2,191,448
RECREATIONAL AND HISTORICAL
Santa Barbara
305,800
1,129,902
For grants to counties and cities for acquisition or
FACILITIES BOND ACT OF 1974
Santa Clara
1,342,800
4,961,517
development of parks, recreation areas, beaches, or
Santa Cruz
177,200
654,737
historical units (to be allocated on basis of
Shasta
98,200
362,840
population but with no county getting less than
PROJECTED
Sierra
2,700
200,000
$200,000).
POPULATION*
Siskiyou
38,200
200,000
COUNTY
**
Solano
July 1, 1980
ALLOCATION
198,400
733,069
STATE GOVERNMENT
Sonoma
300,500
1,110,319
Alameda
1,143,800
$ 4,226,231
Stanislaus
235,400
869,780
State Park System Acquisition
Alpine
700
200,000
Sutter
49,900
200,000
Amador
18,100
200,000
Tehama
34,500
200,000
General Acquisition
$75,000,000
Butte
129,400
478,121
Trinity
10,500
200,000
To acquire property for parks, beaches,
Calaveras
18,800
200,000
Tulare
224,300
828,767
recreation areas and historical units.
Colusa
12,500
200,000
Tuolumne
32,200
200,000
Acquisition of Inholdings
$15,000,000
Contra Costa
652,800
2,412,033
Ventura
523,300
1,933,543
To be used to acquire inholdings or
Del Norte
16,400
200,000
Yolo
118,800
438,955
additions to existing units.
El Dorado
64,200
237,213
Yuba
47,300
200,000
Fresno
477,200
1,763,208
Contingencies and
State Park System Development
Glenn
19,100
200,000
Administration (4%)
3,600,000
Humboldt
108,300
400,158
Totals
22,659,000
$90,000,000
General Development
$45,000,000
Imperial
86,300
318,870
To develop existing units or units to be
*Includes Civilian and Military
Inyo
19,900
200,000
acquired under bond act.
**Department of Parks and Recreation calculation using
Kern
365,200
1,349,379
Department of Finance population estimates. The above
Historical Development
$15,000,000
Kings
69,500
256,796
allocations of funds were determined from the July 1,
To develop historical resources in the
Lake
28,200
200,000
1980 population estimates contained in "Provisional Pro-
jections of California Counties to 2000," January 10,
State Park System.
Lassen
20,300
200,000
1974.
Los Angeles
6,963,200
25,728,355
Wildlife Conservation Board
$10,000,000
Madera
49,600
200,000
To acquire or develop property for fish and
Marin
233,200
861,652
wildlife conservation.
Mariposa
9,300
200,000
Mendocino
65,100
240,538
ELECTION DATE: June 4, 1974.
Merced
126,300
466,666
This will be Proposition 1 on the ballot.
Modoc
8,100
200,000
Mono
10,500
200,000
Monterey
299,000
1,104,776
Napa
101,600
375,402
Neyada
37,200
200,000
Orange
1,970,500
7,280,808
Placer
109,500
404,592
Plumas
15,400
200,000
Riverside
596,900
2,205,488
Sacramento
753,600
2,784,480
San Benito
21,000
200,000
San Bernardino
765,100
2,826,971
San Diego
1,801,300
6,655,630
San Francisco
661,100
2,442,701