Rec.
# Draft Recommentations Location referenced in the Oct. 2025 Draft Present in existing Master Plan (revised 2008) 1 Provide clearly defined trails and establish a
designated trail system for the park. Pages 11, 64, 75-76 Yes, described in graphic master plan and environmental documentation. 2 Adopt design standards for the designated trail
system, including widths, materials, and designated
modes of travel by trail type.
Pages 75-76, 96-99 Yes.
3 Finalize and adopt the habitat restoration and
enhancement opportunities technical report for
Fairview Park.
Appendix C, Pages 78-85
Partially. Habitat restoration opportunities are described generally in the high value conservation areas including the vernal pools and associated grasslands.
4 Establish a boardwalk or similar pedestrian pathway
allowing for pedestrian access in both wet and dry
seasons from the north end of Pacific Avenue to the
north end of Canyon Drive. The pathway shall be
planned and designed in a manner that protects the
integrity of the vernal pools and the vernal pool
watersheds.
Pages 76, 82, 98
Yes, partially. Seasonal ponding and drainage issues are described generally in the area, and potential improvements are discussed to maintain use/access.
5 Provide for long-term preservation of the vernal
pools and their associated watersheds using suitable
fencing, interpretive displays, and the removal of
unauthorized user-defined trails that have formed
through the vernal pool watersheds.
Yes, partially. Fencing and other physical protective barriers are described in the 2008 master plan and adopted as mitigation measures in CEQA environmental documentation.
6 Relocate the fly field activity currently located within the vernal pool watershed, due to detrimental
impacts to sensitive biological resources associated
with the activity and required maintenance of the fly
field. Staff is working with the model flying club to
identify potential alternative flying sites for the
activity.
The 2008 Master Plan does not use the term "fly field", but refers to the "silent flyer launch/land site", which is to be adjacent to the restroom facility in the lawn area.
7 Revegetate and restore excessive areas of barren
ground and exposed soil using
ecologically appropriate native vegetation.
Pages 50, 102
Yes. Fill removal and native plant revegetation are identified in 2008 Master Plan and are adopted as a mitigation measure in the CEQA documentation.
8 Provide for a potential native plant growing space on the east side of Fairview Park in a location that avoids impacts to native habitat. The growing space shall be
planned and designed in consultation with a qualified
restoration ecologist.
Pages 11, 100, 102 No.
9 Provide for improved and updated signage and
interpretive materials to highlight the exceptional
conservation value of the site, and the importance of
local and global biodiversity preservation.
Pages 12, 18, 55, 64, 67, 69, 73, 77, 100
Yes, partially. Interpretive opportunities are described in the 2008 Master Plan.
10 Utilize the site to enhance community education
about the nexus between human mental and physical
health, and ecological health and conservation of
natural open spaces.
Pages 77, 99 Yes, this theme is discussed partially in the 2008 plan. 11 Provide for improved and updated signage and
interpretive materials to highlight the cultural history of the site, indigenous ecology, and to recognize the
site’s significance to tribal communities.
Pages 12, 55, 58, 64, 69, 73, 77, 100
Yes, partially. Interpretive opportunities are described in the 2008 Master Plan.
12 Provide for an on-site maintenance and storage
facility, or designated area on the east side for
efficient storage and use of Fairview Park restoration
tools and equipment, and to support the operations
of the native plant growing space.
Pages 100, 102 Yes, partially. A museum/multi-purpose building is shown on the east side of Placentia Ave.
13 Continue the current Master Plan recommendation
that calls for unsuitable fill removal and restoration of the Fairview Park mesa.
Pages 11, 56, 65, 69, 71-72, 82, 87, 100, 102, Appendix C Yes, fill removal is recognized in the 2008 Master Plan, which calls for the City to prepare a phasing plan to remove the unsuitable fill in a manner that protects the vernal pools, sensitive biological resources, and prevents damage to the cultural resources site.
14 Continue the current Master Plan recommendation
that calls for stabilization and restoration
of the Fairview Park west bluffs.
Pages 64, 71, 83, 88-89, Appendix C Yes.
15 Continue the operation of the model train railroad
facilities, and integrate environmental interpretive
content and ecological enhancements along the
model train network to provide educational
opportunities to the youth while onboard the model
train circuit.
Pages 3, 57, 59, 67, 73 Yes.
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16 Adopt the Maintenance, Operations, and
Management Plan for Fairview Park, including the
Invasive Species Management Plan for Fairview Park.
Pages 81-86, Appendix C No. No O&M plan was prepared at the time of the 2008 Master Plan. 17 Continue to build community partnerships with local
organizations invested in environmental
conservation, and expand opportunities to participate
in community-based restoration, stewardship, and
nature-based educational activities.
18 Provide continuing opportunities for tribal
coordination and participation in the implementation
of the Updated Fairview Park Master Plan.
Pages 10-11, 39-40, 82, Appendix D No.
19 Provide an ADA-accessible pathway from the main
parking lot to the existing paved multi-purpose path
west of the main parking lot.
Pages 96, 98 No.
20 Provide a service and emergency vehicular access
point into the park from Pacific Avenue, to be
accessible only by authorized public safety vehicles
and maintenance vehicles.
terminus of Pacific Ave.
21 Provide for the incorporation of a central interpretive area. Page 99-102 Partially. The 2008 Master Plan reflects multiple small interpretive areas in the park.
22 Incorporate viewing platforms and scenic viewpoint
features to enhance environmental interpretive
opportunities while preserving sensitive features.
23 Incorporate a nature play area near the central
interpretive area.
of the park near Canyon Drive, but not in the lawn area. 24 Incorporate a native pollinator area to attract
butterflies and other pollinators. The native pollinator area would replace the ornamental vegetation
including invasive species currently located in the
planter area.
Pages 68, 100 No. The 2008 Master Plan shows a small play area on the south end of the park.
25 Based on community input - consider renaming the
site to reflect the site's natural and cultural
resources.
N/A No.