Ord 2019-012/adopting the 2019 Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan

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Figure 3.30,San Marcos Recommended Greenspace Selection Criteria GREENSPACE SELECTION CRITERIA In order to be considered, a proposed property MUST meet ALL of the following three criteria: 1. The protection of this property is consistent with the policies of the Vision San Marcos Comprehensive Plan and any other plan pertinent to the acquisition of greenspace in San Marcos. 2. The property has natural, scenic, historical, or agricultural value. 3. The properly is located within the San Marcos City limits or extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ). If the property under consideration meets ALL of the three criteria above,then to further qualify for selection the property MUST meet two or more of the PUBLIC BENEFIT LIST items and at least one of the FEASIBILITY LIST items. PUBLIC BENEFIT LIST 1. The property provides connection to other open protected or open space land. 2. The property promotes responsible watershed and floodplain management. 3. The property is important for the movement of wildlife between habitat and/or for the conservation of native vegetation. 4. The property provides protection for the Edwards Aquifer. 5. The property presents an opportunity to partner with other agencies and organizations, both public and private. 6. The property helps balance urban development with natural areas and helps define the form of the community. 7. The property has the potential to offer alternative non-motorized routes for the movement of people. 8. The property provides opportunity for equal access for traditionally under-represented groups. 9. The property promotes public health and safety. 10. The property creates and enhances the aesthetics/scenery and quality of life that define the community. 11. The property can contribute to the conservation listed species or species of concern. 12. The conservation of this property offers economic benefits to the community. 13. The property provides appropriate recreational or educational opportunities. FEASIBILITY LIST 1. The property could likely be protected or acquired with reasonable effort in relation to the property's conservation value. 2. It is likely that adjacent properties could be connected/protected. 3. The property is accessible to the general public. 4. Grant or matching funds may be available to facilitate acquisition. 5. Lack of immediate action precludes future protection or acquisition. 6. The property would require minimal funds for restoration, development, and/or maintenance because it is in a relatively natural state. 7. The mechanism and/or fund are in place for on-going maintenance. 8. The property could easily be acquired through development agreements. Chapter 3 System Analysis, Needs, and Recommendations 113