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June 7, 1983
City Council Chambers 7 n.m. INDEX
Ex- Officio member present: Ronald A. Whitley, Director
Staff present: Jeffrey C. Kolin, Rec. Supt.
Jack Brooks, Park Supt. .
Dottie Flohr, Secretary
Prior to the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission meeting
Jeff Kolin gave a slide presentation showing the City's
recreational programs, i.e., youth and adult sports, aquatics
special activities, special events and senior citizens
activities at OASIS. Jeff explained that this is a basic
framework from which more slides can be added, substituted,
etc. He also gave special thanks to Dan Iwata for his work
on the project. Ron Whitley will notify the Commission when
the slide_- pr_esentati.on_i.s- schedul.ed_ for- the- Ci -ty- Council -- --
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agenda.
I. PROCEDURAL MATTERS
Item #1
Call to Orde
The meeting of the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission
was called to order at 7:03 P.M.
Item #2
Roll Call
Roll call was taken. Cohen, Cole, Hopkins and Stuart were
present. Capretz was absent.
Item #3
Approval of
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:Minutes
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Motion was made by Cohen and seconded by Cole to approve the
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minutes of the May 3, 1983 meeting.
Item #4
Adoption of
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Agenda
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The agenda was adopted as presented.
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II. ACTION ITEMS
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Item #5 - Dedicated Tree Request - Spiritual Assembly of the
Dedicated
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Tree Request
Baha'is
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Ron-Whitley gave an update on the Baha'is dedicated tree
request which was given a negative response from OASIS. A
study was made by staff concerning various locations for the
tree. The City Hall site was recommended. Jack Brooks state
staff will work�w•ith the Baha'is to choose an appropriate
tree after the location is approved.
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Howard Tangler, 506 Marguerite, addressed the Commission on
behalf of the Baha'is. He said the City Hall site is accept-
able to them and suggested the plaque read "Dedicated to
religious freedom in the world." Ron Whitley reported that
any donation must be approved by the City Council, including
location, wording on the plaque and cost. He added that the
plaque must be flush with the ground..
Cole motioned the Commission recommend to the City Council
that we accept the tree and the plaque with the wording
"Dedicated to religious freedom in the world." Cohen
seconded, Motion unanimous.
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Item #6 - Cliff Drive Park
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Ron Whitley reviewed Cliff Drive Park /Riverside Drive Scout
House and reported that this matter is now before the
Commission for a final recommendation. The recommendation
is to direct staff to work with Friends of the Theatre Arts
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Center,in relocating their costumes, props, sets, etc., now
being stored at the Riverside Drive Scout House; establish
a phased refurbishment of Cliff Drive Park landscaping;
provide sufficient funds to work with community volunteers
to remodel building; .work with community leaders to develop
a recreation program on a volunteer low cost basis.
Chairman Stuart then opened the meeting for public discussion
Dick Brady, President of the Friends of the Theatre Arts
Center, addressed the Commission. He said they are confident
they can work with staff towards relocating their appurten-
ances with little difficulty. He also thanked both the
Commission and staff for all their consideration on this
matter, Gail Demmer; 2812 Cliff Drive, addressed the
Commission. She reported they have 20 volunteers ready to
help with the Scout House and she thanked the Theatre Arts
people, the Commission and staff for all their help. Bonnie
Jeannette, 400 Santa Ana Avenue, addressed the Commission.
She reported that the plan to refurbish the Scout House was
presented to their Homeowners Association who are very
enthusiastic and want to get started quickly so that the
Scout House can be utilized this summer.
Cole motioned to accept the recommendation. Cohen
seconded. Motion unanimous.
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'Item #7 - Mouth of•Big'Canyon"
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Ron Whitley gave a review of the'Mouth of Big Canyon issue
and pointed out that the City Council at their last meeting
asked the Commission to determine the-exact acreage for
dedication: Questions by the Commission followed, Ron
indicated we are reluctant to give park credits that may not
serve the community on serve the best recreational needs of
the community,,i..e., flood zone, steep slopes, salty soil
conditions, etc.
Chairman Stuart opened the meeting to public testimony. Dav
Dmohowski from The Irvine Company addressed the Commission.
He said he was present to Tisten'and answer any questions
from the Commission and staff. After a lengthly discussion
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and questions which were clarified by Mr. Dmohowski, Hopkins
moved that 3 acres of park cred•fts be granted with The
Irvine Company dedicating all of Big Canyon to the City
exclusive'of the north slopes and -approx.imately�2.5 acres
of land adjacent to Jamboree Road. The park credits of 3
acres would be applied to Block 800, PCH frontage, Newport
Village, Big Canyon Area 10 and Big Canyon Area 16.
Additional discussion followed and Hopkins substituted his
motion to read that 2.5 acres, rather than 3 acres, of park
credits be granted and that the City be indemnified for 3
years against any possible slope failures related to the Big
Canyon site,, Cole seconded, Motion unanimous.
Item #8.- Park Dedication Ordinance
Park
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Dedication
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Ron Whitley reviewed the history of the Park Dedication
Ordinance
Ordinance which was rewritten by the City Attorney after
the State law was revised limiting the number of acres for
park dedication purposes. Cohen moved we support the Park
Dedication Ordinance as written. Hopkins seconded. Unanimous.
III.. DISCUSSION ITEMS
Item #9 - OASIS _Long-Range Planning
OASIS Long
Range
Ron,Whitley' gave a brief report on the physical site at OASIS
Planning
and the growing demands there due to more seniors attending
the facility. Chairman Stuart opened the meeting to public
testimony. Dr. Brenda Ross, past Commissioner and present
Chair of the,Long Range Planning Committee, addressed the
Commission. She mentioned The Irvine Company has offered
to draw•up a site plan based on their future needs. The six
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items listed for their long range plan represent a projection
only. Dr.. Ross also explained the Day Care Center concept
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which would, include both a Social Department and a Health
Department. They plan to change Room 3 to a Drop In Center
where 'seniors can relax'and talk with one another.
Dr. Ross requested that the new Commission appoint a liaison
person to attend their Board meetings and Long Range Planning,
Committee meetings so that-the Commission is more actively
involved and can give them guidance when needed. Dr. Ross
added that the Friends felt they should definitely be involve
in the sel.ection of employees at their facility.
Item #10•- Joint Meeting with City Council
Joint Meetii
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After a brief discussion, it was decided,that the Marinapark
Council
Study should be the primary item on the agenda for the joint
meeting with the City Council on June 27. The secondary item
will be the supervision•"of beach policies.
IV.. INFORMATION REPORTS
Item " #ll - Recreation Division
Recreation
Division
No discussion.
Item #12 - Park and Street "Tree'Division
'Park and
Street Tree
Cole gave recognition to the new park equipment-at Mariners.
Division
V., SPECIAL; URGENT OR LAST MINUTE'ITEMS
The loss of Corona del Mar Elementary School as a recreations
site was discussed. It was decided that'the asking price for
the property is too expensive and that it is also too costly
to lease and,maintai.n. In conjunction with this matter,
there followed a discussion concerning the formation of an
assessment district which would then be purchased by the City.
Hopkins requested this be put on the Commission's.agenda at
their next,meeting on July 5.
Ron Whitley gave an update on the Open Space and Recreation
Element. The consultant has recommended an Ad Hoc Committee
be appointed by the City Council comprised of two members
each from the Planning Department, City Council and Parks,
Beaches and Recreation Commission. Stuart.and Hopkins were
appointed ,to serve on the Ad Hoc Commi -ttee. Within 60 -90
days we will receive the consultant's report.
Jeff Kolin showed slides of the different configurations of
the sculpture by Ron Taybi. Cohen motioned we recommend the
sculpture be placed on the City 'Hall ,lawn for a period not
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to exceed 60 days. Hopkins seconded with the provision Ron
Taybi change the sculpture often enough so that the lawn can
be mowed: Motion carried.
Chairman Stuart, on behalf of the Commission, expressed
thanks and gratitude to Jeff Kolin who will be sorely
missed.
V.I. ADJOURNMENT
-There being no further business, the Parks, Beaches and
Recreation Commission adjourned at 10:00 P.M.
Dottie Fl. r, Secretary