Now because of an agreement between the city and environmental groups, 937 acres of this lands will likely be purchased and set aside as a permanent open space. This agreement is enormous. Reporter environmentalist Roger Castillo says it traps fresh water for san jose beneath the ground and also benefit wildlife that will be able to pass from one mown range to another without significant barriers. It is really important to get animals their corridor to move from one peak to another and keep biodiversity. Reporter but its not what long time Property Owners wanted close to 90 years in the valley. Reporter kens family has grown cherries in the area for years, and hes afraid the land will stagnate. Were just looking for existence, thats all. Reporter and he questions why san jose will let go of space for industry and housing. I dont know any place in the world where they dont need homes more than in this area. Reporter the City Council Still has to vote to approve the agreement, and they m