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MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT CONCERNING
RONALD REAGAN GREENBELT
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The signatories ( "Parties ") to this Memorandum of Agreement support preservation
of open space and agricultural lands surrounding the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and
Museum known as the Tierra Rejada Greenbelt, or Ronald Reagan Greenbelt ( "Greenbelt "),
in Ventura County, California. This Agreement is intended to help facilitate consensus -
based means to ensure protection, preservation and promotion of the Greenbelt.
WHEREAS, since 1984, local jurisdictions in Ventura County have supported
preservation of open space and agricultural lands within the 2,800 —acre Greenbelt, an area
which includes scenic hills, valleys, oaks, sagebrush and other natural resources;
WHEREAS, active involvement of private landowners holding title to lands in the
Greenbelt area, as well as government agencies, is essential in determining appropriate
means of Greenbelt preservation;
WHEREAS, the Greenbelt's scenic beauty is reminiscent of the heritage of the
rugged American West as depicted in western movies featuring such film stars such as
Ronald Reagan and Gene Autry, many of which were filmed on location in the Greenbelt
during the first half of the 201h century;
WHEREAS, former president and Mrs. Ronald Reagan selected a promontory
overlooking the Greenbelt's valleys, hills, and the Pacific Ocean, as the site of the Ronald
Reagan Presidential Library and Museum, and as their planned gravesite; and
WHEREAS, future outdoor recreation opportunities in the Greenbelt would benefit
tourism- related economy in this region and would help increase visitation at the Ronald
Reagan Presidential Library and Museum, as visitors from around the world could learn
about our 40th President, view breathtaking scenic vistas, and discover the Greenbelt on foot
and horseback.
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and undertakings
expressed herein, the Parties agree as follows:
1. The Parties will support policies that respect protection, preservation and
promotion of the outstanding scenic natural resources of the Greenbelt, and its
potential to serve as an internationally significant memorial preserve honoring
former president and Mrs. Ronald Reagan.
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2. The Parties will only support preservation strategies for the Greenbelt that respect
the rights of private landowners.
3. The Parties welcome cooperative efforts involving the National Park Service, state
and local government agencies, and nonprofit organizations to identify
appropriate preservation measures for the Greenbelt, including the following
activities:
a. Preparation of an inventory of the Greenbelt's natural or ecological
resources, including endangered and threatened species.
b. Preparation of an assessment of any prehistoric and historic artifacts, and
documentation of historic uses of Greenbelt lands.
C. Preparation of an inventory of Greenbelt land ownership interests through
review of deeds, property tax records, and other appropriate
documentation.
d. Advice and assistance by the National Park Service to help local
governments and nonprofit organizations address appropriate methods to
preserve the Greenbelt's open space and agricultural resources, such as
purchase of scenic or conservation easements, voluntary donation of land
for preservation, and tax incentives associated with preservation.
This Agreement is effective this day of April, 2001.
The Honorable Patrick Hunter
Mayor, City of Moorpark
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