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Bay Area Agricultural Land Conservation Organizations Study
Draft Agricultural Land Conservation Recommendations
Starry Nights and, this just in, Streaking Lights
The Perseid meteor shower is an extra added attraction (details here) this August at Rancho Cañada del Oro Open Space Preserve. In addition to the star-gazing party Saturday the 7th, OSA staff will be on hand Friday the 13th – so you can try your luck at spotting meteors. You don't have to be an expert or have a telescope. Just bring your curiosity and be ready to enjoy nature at night. Click here for star party details.
Employment Opportunity
The Open Space Authority is recruiting for two part-time Seasonal Open Space Technician positions. View the job announcement and download an application by visiting our Staff page.
Satellites and radio waves benefit OSA's rare plants
Hidden away in drainages, among the rocks, and nestled under trees are some valuable treasures: rare and endangered plants.
Open space technician David Tharp is able to precisely record the location of thes special-status plants using technology. [more]
Private hideaway becomes public land
In a transaction that adds up to a big win for all parties, the Open Space Authority has purchased 228 acres donated by an alumnus of San Jose State University.
The property is adjacent to Rancho Cañada del Oro Open Space Preserve, bringing the preserve to a total of 4,334 acres. [more]
Fall election will decide four seats on OSA board
In this year’s general election voters will choose representatives to the OSA board of directors for districts 2, 5, 6 and 7.
The candidate filing period is July 12 through August 6, 2010. The election will be held November 2, 2010. [more]
Assessment District Two Settlement Claim Information
The Open Space Authority has no involvement in the claims process. All questions and queries should be directed to The Garden City Group, the third-party administrator approved by the Superior Court to handle the claims process.
STATUS OF REFUNDS: If you filed a valid claim by September 23, 2009, refunds will be mailed on or near December 22, 2009.
INQUIRIES & QUESTIONS: Inquiries concerning your claim should be directed to The Garden City Group at (888) 284-9087, or you can visit their website at www.svtavosa.com. Do not contact the Open Space Authority regarding a claim or the claim process.
Board Meeting
NEXT REGULAR MEETING
Thursday, August 12, 2010 – 6:30 p.m.*
Agendas & Minutes
CAC Meeting
Monday, July 26, 2010– 7:00 p.m.
Agenda
Committee Meetings
Administration and Budget Committee
Thursday, August 12, 2010 – 5:30 p.m.
All meetings are held at the OSA Admin Office – 6980 Santa Teresa Blvd., Ste 100, San Jose, CA unless otherwise stated. Map to Office
*Closed Session begins at 6:30, Open Session begins afterward at roughly 7:00 p.m.
