Potential Creek Trail connection from the project site
Summary
Council members want the public open space easement to actually connect to Cerro Vista, warning a trail ending in a private driveway is useless. Staff is researching whether an existing 11-foot public utility easement could legally double as trail access.
At a glance
- Total mentions
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- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Aug 11, 2026.
Impact analysis
The applicant estimates trail construction would approach seven figures and asked for a nonprofit or foundation to fund it.
Surrey Farms and Cerro Vista area residents would gain usable trail access if a real connection is secured.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Special Meeting of the Town Council — August 11, 2026
Council members want the public open space easement to actually connect to Cerro Vista, warning a trail ending in a private driveway is useless. Staff is researching whether an existing 11-foot public utility easement could legally double as trail access.
Planning Commission — May 27, 2026
Commissioner Mayer pressed for a pedestrian and bike connection from the site to the Los Gatos Creek Trail, but the town has no master-plan designation for one and the developer declined to pursue it. Staff said the idea could be evaluated in a future parks and trails master plan.
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