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Portola Valley committee backs limited ‘bridge’ fund for quick open‑space evaluations
Summary
The Portola Valley Open Space Committee recommended that the Town Council authorize an annual option allowing the town manager, with chair or vice‑chair approval, to spend up to $10,000 per opportunity for appraisals, title reports and minor attorney work so the town can evaluate confidential or time‑sensitive land offers.
Portola Valley Open Space Committee members voted to recommend the town set aside a limited “bridge” funding option to pay for appraisals, title reports and modest attorney work so staff can quickly evaluate confidential or time‑sensitive open‑space acquisition opportunities.
Carter Wohr, who accepted nomination and will serve as the committee’s new chair, led discussion of a proposal to allow the town manager, in consultation with the chair or vice chair, to authorize up to $10,000 per case from the Open Space Fund for initial due diligence.…
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