MidPen presents wildfire resiliency plan, regional trail projects and wildlife crossing plans to Woodside council

The Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District told the Woodside Town Council on July 22 that it has ramped up wildfire resiliency work while continuing land stewardship and trail development across its preserves.

MidPen representative Margaret McNiven said the agency manages roughly 72,000 acres and "250 miles of trails," and described a four-part wildfire program of vegetation management, prescribed fire, mapping and monitoring. "The mission ... is to acquire and preserve a regional green belt of open space land in perpetuity, protect and restore the natural environment, and provide opportunities for ecologically sensitive public enjoyment and education," McNiven said.

Why it matters: MidPen lands abut parts of Woodside and other San Mateo County communities. Council members and residents asked how MidPen coordinates fuel-reduction work with local fire agencies and what it means for public access and local hazard…