The agreement is intended to ensure that restoration and redevelopment of the site is done in a way that protects public health and the environment,

Santa Clara County planners released the draft Environmental Impact Report for the 403-acre project at the south end of the county.

County Supervisor Joe Simitian said he wants the county to be more transparent and clarify whether violations involving Lehigh Cement Plant facilities require additional regulatory and/or legal action.

Supervisors Joe Simitian and Otto Lee led the effort, which was supported unanimously this week by the Board of Supervisors and then endorsed by the Midpeninsula Open Space board.