Eastside Connect

The Authority granted the City of San Jose $600,000 to construct a segment of Coyote Creek Trail as part of the Selma Olinder Park development. The project also funded restoration and irrigation of native plants along the creek.

The Green Foothills’ Healing in Nature series offers to public groups meditative, healing experiences in protected parks and open spaces within Open Space Authority Districts. The program includes special outings for people with limited mobility and disabilities, families with children, and people who prefer Spanish interpretation. Special emphasis is placed on building an ethnically diverse community of docents with cultural mindfulness training and expertise.

The Authority contributed funds towards the City of Santa Clara's installation of a decomposed granite trail and restoration of upland habitat near Saratoga Creek. This project will give people of all ages and abilities access to nature in their neighborhood and to the new all-inclusive playground in Bowers Park. In addition, the trail will create a walking loop by connecting to existing park trails. The trail will enhance and integrate play spaces with nature, while supporting sustainability and age-friendly outdoor activities.