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CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
PARKS, BEACHES & RECREATION COMMISSION
MINUTES OF MEETING HELD AUGUST 5, 1980
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
6:30 P.M.
Ex- Officio members present: Ronald A. Whitley, Director
Jeffrey -C. Kolin, Rec. Supt.
Jack Brooks, Parks Supt.
I. PROCEDURAL MATTERS - Item #3
The minutes of the.July 1, 1980'meeting were reviewed.
Chairman Winburn stated that on Page 3, concerning a rest -
room in the area between 57th and 35th Streets should be
changed'to Orange Avenue. Following correction of the
minutes Commissioner Schwarz moved that the minutes be
approved. Motion.carried.
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Chairman Winburn gave a short speech.an& thanked outgoing
Commissioner Lovell for the great job-he-has done. She
then introduced Bruce Stuart who will take Lovell's place.
Commissioner Stuart gave the Commission his background and'
took his seat on the dais.
Commissioner Ammerman nominated Ken Schwarz for the office
of Chairman. Nominations were closed and�Commissioner
Schwarz was elected Chairman.
Commissioner Winburn nominated Doug Ammerman for the offi
of Vice Chairman. Nominations-were closed and Commission
Ammerman was elected Vice Chairman.
Commissioner Schwarz took his place as Chairman and se-
lection of seating arrangements were made by the remaining
'Commissioners,.
Mr. Whitley then introduced Jeff Kolin, the new Recreation
Superintendent, and myself, the new'Secretary to the
Commission.
II. RECOMMENDATIONS FOR ACTION - Item #7
This item was referred back to staff and the Marine Dept.
after going to City Council, for discussion. Mr. Whitley
is still concerned about'the safety of•the activity in the
lower bay. It is an extremely crowded area and he feels
there is no need to add to the conjestion. 'Commissioner
Cole asked if it would be the City's liability if an
accident were to occur.
Commissioner Green motioned to deny the request. Students
asked what the sailboards would be put in and Mr. Whitley
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made the assumption that they would be kept on the beach.
Chairman Schwarz stated that he was in favor of Coma'
missioner Green's motion. Commissioner Green moved that
-the application be refused by Aqual Wind International.
Mr. Whitley-will recommend to City Council that the
application for a concession at the end of 18th Street on
the Bay'be denied. Commissioner Winburn seconded the
motion. Motion carried.
III. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION - Item #8
In June, Mr. Whitley and Jack Brooks collaborated on a
report tb make the Commission aware of Traffic Median
prioritization. Mr. Whitley stated that while traffic
medians beautify the area, for the Parks Division they are
hard'to maintai'n. Due to the expensive process of main-
taining the medians, most of them are in poor condition.
Commissioner Cole stated that he felt the quality of the
traffic medians are in poor shape, therefore he recommends
that the Commission assist the staff in lobbying City '
Council in an effort to get additional money in the budget
for maintenance purposes.
Mr. Whitley stated that we have an additional,36 acres
added in the last five years'with no increase in personnel
Chairman'Schwarz asked why medians fall under the Parks
Dfv.is.fonf- and'Mr. Whitley stated that P. B. &-R. is the
only department that has the necessary equipment to per-
form the job.
It was stated that the purpose
head on collisions and direct
to traffic direction and flow
munities.
Item #9
for the medians is to stop
traffic or give separation
and to beautify the com-
A brief discussion was held with regard to the City's
use of the School.Disctrict facilities. The discussion
resulted from a report that indicated both tax support
agencies attempting to maintain their budgets in a post
Jarvis error. Alternative and cooperative measures will
be pursued and the Commission will be kept informed of
the status of this item.
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Traffic
Median Repori
Use of School
District
Facilities
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FACILITY TOUR
Upon discussion it was decided that the facility tour
would be held on September 13, in order to look at our
park facilities in Newport Beach and travel to other
-cities and look at their park system. Also, it is a chance
for the Commission and City Council members to talk and
meet socially. Mr. Whitley stated that he would make an
itinerary for that day and inquire as to the cost of using
a bus or the Oasis van. Also, Mr. Whitley will notify the
City Council of•the activity.
,COMMI,SSION MEETING TIME
The students feel that starting the meeting at 6:30 p.m.
would be the best time for them, due to homework, study,
etc.
The •,consensus .was that•.the .6::30 -.time •would be maintained.
MINORITY REPORTS
Commissioner Green commented on the Minority Report that
it implies that the majority voted for the latter part of
the Coastal Plan having to do with West Newport petitionin
by one person. No considerations by anyone but the one
person who lives in West Newport.
Regarding the bikeway, there is no reason for having two
bikeways within a block of each other. He hopes in the
future when there-is a Minority Report to avoid'disrespect
to majority-or minority.
IV. COMMITTEE REPORTS
Mr. Whitley stated that the Chairman will be making new
appointments as to where everyone's interests lie.
Commissioner Winburnstated thatrthe committees are fine
at present. Mr. Whitley stated it would be prudent to
develop objectives. He suggested renaming "Ocean Front
General Plan" and "Park Planning and.Development ". Com-
uli,ssibner:.Greemsuggested that the Committee's remain
with the same personnel. Chairman °Schwarz would like to
assign committees according to where interest of Com-
missioners lie. He requests that Commissioners think
about this for'preference for discussion at the next
meeting. Commissioner Cole stated staff should have input
for new committees that would be helpful to Mr. Whitley.
Mr. Whitley will take nine existing committees and write
a report on operation of those committees and mail to
every commissioner to develop an idea.
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VI. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS - Item #20
Jeff Kolin reported, that participation is doing better
than last year. Revenue has increased. Senior citizens
are doing a good job fund raising through'Oasis. Improve-
ment project of ramps and handrail's are installed for
complete access for handicapped to the center. It's been
a good summer so far, recreation, wise.
Item #22
It was stated by Mr. Whitley that normally the Chairman
of the Commission goes to this Conference. If he is
unable to attend 'a representative goes to take his place.
The Annual Conference of League of California Cities will
be in Los Angeles this year, October 19 -22. The Chairman
will let Mr. Whitley know if his schedule allows for him
to attend.
VII. SPECIAL, URGENT OR LAST - MINUTE ITEMS
Commissioner Winburn stated that a 1'6 year old Newport
Beach resident, John Moffet,•made the Olympic Swim team.
He is being congratulated by President Carter. Commis-
sioner Ammerman recommended that we give John Moffet
formal recognition at a future Commission meeting.
The meeting adjourned-at 8;00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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Michele Alberta, Secretary
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Recreation
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Annual Confer
ence of Leagt
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John Moffet