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REPORT TO THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
SUBJECT: Proposed Harbor Commission
July 11, 2000
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Patrick J. Alford
(949) 644 -3235
SUMMARY: The formation of a Harbor Commission intended to advise the City Council
on matters pertaining to the use, control, operation, promotion and
regulation of activities within and around Newport Harbor.
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Background
1. Defer action on the formation of the Harbor Commission until
consideration and adoption of the Harbor Element is completed; and
2. Adopt Resolution 2000 -, extending the tenure of the Ad Hoc
Harbor Committee.
On January 11, 1999, the City Council established the Ad Hoc Harbor Committee to make
recommendations on any matter pertaining to the Harbor.
On May 9, 2000, the City Council held a study session on a proposed Harbor Commission and a
Harbor Element of the General Plan.
On June 27, 2000, the Ad Hoc Harbor Committee approved a proposed set of rules of procedures
for a new Harbor Commission and directed staff to immediately forward them to the City Council
for adoption.
The Ad Hoc Harbor Committee terminated on June 30, 2000.
Analysis
The Ad Hoc Harbor Committee is submitting a set of rules of procedures to be used in the
establishment of a Harbor Commission. The proposed rules of procedures for the Harbor
Commission are modeled after that of the Planning Commission. The rules of procedures establish
the membership and term of the commissioners, powers and duties, officers, and procedures for the
conduct of meetings.
Membership
The proposed Harbor Commission would consist of seven (7) members appointed by the Mayor
and approved by the City Council. Each member shall serve a term of four (4) years and would be
eligible for reappointment, subject to the approval of the City Council. However, no appointments
could exceed two (2) consecutive full terms (exclusive of appointments to fill unexpired terms).
The recommended composition of the Harbor Commission would be as follows:
• One (1) representing Coastal Zone residential uses.
• One (1) representing water-dependent commercial uses.
• One (1) representing water - related/water- enhancedcommercial uses.
• One (1) representing recreational boating uses.
One (1) representative with expertise in oceanography, environmental
science, or a related field.
Two (2) at large representatives.
Powers and Dudes
The Harbor Commission's primary role would be to advise the City Council on matters relating to
the use of the harbor, proposed harbor improvements, and land use and development that may
affect harbor activities. The Harbor Commission would also be asked to make recommendations to
the City Council regarding the implementation of the Harbor Element of the General Plan. The
Harbor Element is currently being finalized and will soon be submitted to the Planning
Commission for public hearings.
The Harbor Commission would also have the authority to approve, conditionally approve, or
disapprove certain harbor permits, should the City Council assign this authority to the Harbor
Commission through the provisions of Title 17 (Anchorage and Mooring Regulations) of the
Newport Beach Municipal Code. The Harbor Commission would also serve as an appellant and
reviewing body for decisions on harbor permits.
Currently, authority to approve harbor permits and harbor- related permits are assigned to either the
City Manager, the Marine Director or in some cases, the Revenue Manager or the City Council (see
table below). The establishment of a Harbor Commission would not change these procedures.
Such a change would require amendments to Title 17 of the Municipal Code through the
amendment process.
Permit
Authority
Marine charter permit
Revenue Manager
Place, erect, construct or maintain moorings or buoys
City Manager
Live aboard permit
Marine Director
Build, maintain, extend or make structural alterations
City Manager
Pumpout facilities
Marine Director
Pier fees
Marine Director
Live bait receiver
City Council
Houseboat marina permit
City Council
Commercial activities
Marine Director
Harbor Commission
July 11. 2000
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Given the recent reorganization of the Marine Division, Title 17 will need to be updated to reflect
the new administration structure. This presents an opportunity to define what role, if any, a Harbor
Commission would serve in the administration of harbor permits, should this commission be
established by the City Council.
Procedures
The Harbor Commission would follow a traditional structure, with the officers consisting of a
chairman, vice chairman, and a secretary. The conduct of meetings would also follow standard
parliamentary procedures. The Harbor Commission would establish the dates, time, and location of
meetings.
Recommendation
Since the Harbor Element is still being finalized, staff recommends that the City Council defer
action on the establishment of the Harbor Commission until that process has been completed.
Furthermore, staff recommends that the tenure of the Ad Hoc Harbor Committee be extended until
such time the City Council takes final action on the Harbor Element General Plan amendment.
Submitted by:
PATRICIA L. TEMPLE
Planning Director
Prepared by:
PATRICK J. ALFORD
Senior Planner
Attachments:
1. Resolution extending the tenure of the Ad Hoc Harbor Committee.
Harbor Commission
July 11, 2000
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RESOLUTION NO.2000-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
NEWPORT BEACH EXTENDING THE TENURE OF THE AD
HOC HARBOR COMMITTEE
WHEREAS, Newport Harbor is the major element establishing the unique attractiveness
of Newport; and
WHEREAS, the City Council wishes to maintain now and in the future the recreational
and scenic qualities of Newport Harbor and assure that its operations do not impact the unique
attractiveness of Newport Harbor; and
WHEREAS, the City Council appointed an Advisory Committee to the City Council to
make recommendations on matters pertaining to the operations of Newport Harbor; and
WHEREAS, the Advisory Committee was scheduled to sunset on June 30, 2000; and
WHEREAS, the City Council deems it desirable to extend the tenure of the Advisory
Committee in order to complete their deliberations and recommendations.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Newport
Beach that the Harbor Committee established by Resolution No. 99 -02 is extended until such
time the City Council takes final action on the proposed Harbor Element General Plan
Amendment.
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This resolution was adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Newport
Beach held on July 11, 2000, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES, COUNCIL MEMBERS
NOES, COUNCIL MEMBERS
ABSENT COUNCIL MEMBERS
MAYOR
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK
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