HomeMy WebLinkAboutSS3 - Blackball Regulations Review - CorrespondenceMulvey, Jennifer
From: City Clerk's Office
Sent: Monday, July 27, 2015 2:39 PM
To: McDonald, Cristal; Mulvey, Jennifer; Rieff, Kim
Subject: FW: 40th to 44th
From: Kiff, Dave
Sent: Monday, July 27, 2015 2:38:45 PM (UTC- 08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
To: City Clerk's Office
Subject: FW: 40th to 44th
For the record
From: Brett Obuljen [ma ilto :bobu lien Cabbixbyland.com]
Sent: Monday, July 27, 2015 2:29 PM
To: Dept - City Council
Subject: 40th to 44th
Please keep our beach is safe for everyone. Keep blackball between 40th and 44th St. My son and my husband go after
work to spend some time together at the beach boogie boarding and body surfing, and it would be a tragedy if someone
got hit in the face with a hard surfboard
Thank you
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: City Clerk's Office
Sent: Tuesday, July 28, 2015 9:43 AM
To: McDonald, Cristal; Mulvey, Jennifer; Rieff, Kim
Subject: FW: Nancy Skinner and the blackball issue
From: Kiff, Dave
Sent: Tuesday, July 28, 2015 9:42:39 AM (UTC- 08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
To: City Clerk's Office
Subject: FW: Nancy Skinner and the blackball issue
For the record.
- - - -- Original Message---- -
From: Susan Skinner [mailto:seskinner@me.com]
Sent: Tuesday, July 28, 2015 7:40 AM
To: Dept -City Council
Cc: Nancy Skinner; Kiff, Dave
Subject: Nancy Skinner and the blackball issue
Dear City Council folks,
As you know, my mother (Nancy Skinner) is passionate about the black ball issue and had planned to come to the
meeting tonight to share her concerns about the safety of having hard boards share the ocean with swimmers as well as
the fairness issue of having a dedicated space for swimmers. I'm pretty sure that the only thing that could have stopped
her from coming would be an appendicitis, which she was diagnosed with last night. She will be recovering from her
operation while you are discussing this, and I hope you will channel the thoughts and suggestions of Nancy Skinner in
your discussion. She will certainly be there in spirit!
Thanks,
Susan Skinner
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: City Clerk's Office
Sent: Tuesday, July 28, 2015 9:44 AM
To: McDonald, Cristal; Mulvey, Jennifer; Rieff, Kim
Subject: FW: Blackball
From: Kiff, Dave
Sent: Tuesday, July 28, 2015 9:43:35 AM (UTC- 08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
To: City Clerk's Office
Subject: FW: Blackball
For the record.
- - - -- Original Message---- -
From: Kyle Roberts [ mailto :kylechristopher63 @yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, July 28, 2015 7:21 AM
To: Dept - City Council
Subject: Blackball
Hello city,
I am a avid body surfer who regularly goes to 40th for years. The reason I go is because it is a safe place away from
surfers and I can just relax and enjoy the water. Removing blackball would create a dangerous water environment,
especially for the hundred of youth who bodyboard daily in that location. Why would we want to remove blackball and
combine the surf /bodyboarding in one location. If you just take a look at 54th street and other Newport Beach locations
you would see how surfers control the water and body boards barely go out due to the danger.
Even more so I was told about Blackball issues a month ago and called the city to get more information. The 2 people
talked to had no idea what was happening and when any meetings would occur. My point is if I had more time I could
easily compile thousands of signatures to keep 40th blackball year around like it is now.
I only ask for time to do this as I feel no one, even the people who request 40th have any idea this is going on behind
there back.
Please fell free to give me a call at 7145804486 or email me back. I just want everyone to have a chance to put in there
vote.
Kyle
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: City Clerk's Office
Sent: Tuesday, July 28, 2015 9:45 AM
To: McDonald, Cristal; Mulvey, Jennifer; Rieff, Kim
Subject: FW: Black Ball regs
From: Kiff, Dave
Sent: Tuesday, July 28, 2015 9:45:01 AM (UTC- 08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
To: City Clerk's Office
Subject: FW: Black Ball regs
For the record.
- - - -- Original Message---- -
From: Robert Shelton [mailto:shelwaid(@cox.net]
Sent: Monday, July 27, 2015 9:29 PM
To: Dept -City Council
Subject: Black Ball regs
Mayor and Council members, I certainly hope you will support the thoughtful arguments advanced by Jack and Nancy
Skinner. They know the issues and the equities better than anybody.
Bob Shelton
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: City Clerk's Office
Sent: Tuesday, July 28, 2015 9:45 AM
To: McDonald, Cristal; Mulvey, Jennifer; Rieff, Kim
Subject: FW: Beaches 40th /44th and hardboards
From: Kiff, Dave
Sent: Tuesday, July 28, 2015 9:45:26 AM (UTC- 08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
To: City Clerk's Office
Subject: FW: Beaches 40th /44th and hardboards
For the record.
From: Marie lefebvre [mailto:mariebalboaCcbcox.net]
Sent: Monday, July 27, 2015 6:33 PM
To: Dept - City Council
Subject: Beaches 40th /44th and hardboards
As a long time Newport Beach resident, a mother and grand mother of several swimmers and surfers I urge
you to keep the current blackball rules in place so we keep all our beach goers, swimmers and surfers, safe.
It has worked well for all in the past.
Thank you for insuring a safer environment in that small area - we have of miles of beaches for hardboard
users during those busy six months.
Thank you for your support.
Marie Lefebvre
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: City Clerk's Office
Sent: Tuesday, July 28, 2015 9:46 AM
To: McDonald, Cristal; Mulvey, Jennifer; Rieff, Kim
Subject: FW: Blackball Flag at 40th to 44th
From: Kiff, Dave
Sent: Tuesday, July 28, 2015 9:45:41 AM (UTC- 08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
To: City Clerk's Office
Subject: FW: Blackball Flag at 40th to 44th
For the record.
- - - -- Original Message---- -
From: Doug Collier [mailto:duggercPgmail.com]
Sent: Monday, July 27, 2015 6:28 PM
To: Dept - City Council
Subject: Blackball Flag at 40th to 44th
Hello Newport City Council.
My name is Doug Collier and I am a home owner residing at 5216 River Avenue.
I am writing to you to express my support for the PB &R recommended changes to the city's blackball policies.
Specifically, I support recommendation number 4, which reduces the days and hours of blackball at the 40th to 44th
Street beach. I support recommendation number 4 for the following reasons:
The city has no business allocating waves to certain types of wave riders - this is not a safety issue!
Any safety concerns at 40th to 44th can be addressed with the general blackball policy.
- I understand that a dangerous condition is created when surfers and inexperienced water people are together in the
ocean. But the body boarders at 40th to 44th are generally experienced.
Everywhere else in the world, body boarders and surfers ride waves together.
- There is no special area for seniors, children or any other group - why an area for body boarders?
- At times of good surf, this area is dominated by young (17 to 25), white, male, experienced body board riders. It is just
as competitive as any other surf spot in the city. The notion that this a spot that anybody, of any age or ability, can get a
wave is simply not true.
- This is not just one small stretch of miles of surfable coast. This is one of the top surf spots in the city. Most of
Newport's coast, say from about 14th Street to just north of the Wedge, is more or less unsurfable most of the time, as
is most of CDM.
- Prior to the restrictions, 40th to 44th was an important transition spot for local children learning to surf at Blackies and
then progressing up to the more advance waves of the upper groins.
The special blackball rules at 40th to 44th should be completely eliminated. However, PB &R's recommendation 4 is a
compromise that I would reluctantly agree to.
Thank you very much for taking the time to consider my input.
Sincerely,
Doug Collier
5216 River Avenue
(949) 646 -0630
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: City Clerk's Office
Sent: Tuesday, July 28, 2015 9:46 AM
To: McDonald, Cristal; Mulvey, Jennifer; Rieff, Kim
Subject: FW: the blackball
From: Kiff, Dave
Sent: Tuesday, July 28, 2015 9:46:02 AM (UTC- 08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
To: City Clerk's Office
Subject: FW: the blackball
For the record.
- - - -- Original Message---- -
From: Jane Jones [ma ilto:bfii4411 @sbcglobal.net]
Sent: Monday, July 27, 2015 5:44 PM
To: Dept - City Council
Subject: the blackball
Dear City Council Members,
I have been a resident on the ocean front since 1959 and an owner there since 1960. My husband and I have been
devoted body surfers in all of those years. Things have changed dramatically in the last 20+ years with the explosion of
the board surfing culture.
The 6- month, all -day blackball policy has been wonderful. Our family, including our seven grandchildren, have
appreciated the 4 -block "safe" area between the 40th and 44th street groins. We can swim and body surf there without
the danger of hard boards. This is a very small area of our beautiful beach. Not all of us are hardboard surfers. Please
preserve this policy.
Thank you.
Jane Jones
4411 Seashore Drive
949 - 650 -1972
Received After Agenda Printed
July 28, 2015
Mulvey, Jennifer Item No. SS3
From: City Clerk's Office
Sent: Monday, July 27, 2015 1:42 PM
To: McDonald, Cristal; Mulvey, Jennifer; Rieff, Kim
Subject: FW: Blackball Policy
From: Kiff, Dave
Sent: Monday, July 27, 2015 1:41:38 PM (UTC- 08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
To: City Clerk's Office
Subject: FW: Blackball Policy
For the record.
From: Marx, Paul [mailto:pmarx(alrutan.com]
Sent: Monday, July 27, 2015 1:38 PM
To: Dept - City Council
Subject: Blackball Policy
Ladies and Gentlemen:
In order to ensure safety for those who enjoy swimming and body surfing in the area between 40th and 44th Streets in
the late afternoon, please do not change the current blackball policy for that area.
Paul Frederic Marx
39 Hillsdale Drive
Newport Beach, CA 92660
1
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: City Clerk's Office
Sent: Monday, July 27, 2015 1:41 PM
To: McDonald, Cristal; Mulvey, Jennifer; Rieff, Kim
Subject: FW: Blackball at 40th -44th streets
From: Kiff, Dave
Sent: Monday, July 27, 2015 1:41:21 PM (UTC- 08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
To: City Clerk's Office
Subject: FW: Blackball at 40th -44th streets
For the record.
From: Howard Martyn [mailto:hwmallpro(c @ amail.com]
Sent: Monday, July 27, 2015 12:32 PM
To: Dept - City Council
Subject: Blackball at 40th -44th streets
DO NOT change the regulations regarding blackball usage between 40th and 44th streets! Board surfing is
totally incompatible with body surfing and playing in the surf. If the blackball were only in effect from 10 -5 you
are really saying that swimmers cannot (or certainly should not) be in the water before 10 AM or after 5 PM for
obvious safety reasons, Allow the body surfers and kids who play in the water someplace where they can safely
enjoy the beach ALL DAY LONG!
Howard and Teri Marlyn
Newport Beach
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Alan Buchanan <buchananalancharles @gmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, July 23, 2015 4:35 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: Re: Blackball Issue to be Reviewed at 7/28 City Council Meeting
Incredible that this continues!
On Thursday, July 23, 2015, Blackball <blackball(a newportbeachca gov> wrote:
On Tuesday, July 28, the Newport Beach City Council will review recommendations from the Blackball
Working Group during the Study Session which is scheduled to begin at 4 p.m. The staff report can
be viewed by clicking here. The public is welcome to attend the meeting located in the Council
Chambers at 100 Civic Center Drive.
Regards,
Alan Buchanan
1
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Bill Sharp <bills @billabong.com>
Sent: Thursday, July 23, 2015 4:23 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: Automatic reply: Blackball Issue to be Reviewed at 7/28 City Council Meeting
Hi there! This email has been phased out. If you need to reach me please hit me up at:
bsharp(aworldsurfleaaue.com or surfnewsed6iaol.com
Thanks, I'll get back to you ASAP.
Bill Sharp
From:
Kiff, Dave
Sent:
Friday, July 24, 2015 12:23 PM
To:
City Clerk's Office
Subject:
FW: Black Ball
For the record.
- - - -- Original Message---- -
From: Jeff Dole [mailto:isdole@sbcglobal.net]
Sent: Friday, July 24, 2015 12:14 PM
To: Dept -City Council
Subject: Black Ball
I am a long time resident of the peninsula point. I live approximately 1 -block from the Wedge on Miramar. I currently sit
on the BPPA Board and have been president for 2- years. I am keenly aware of the issues of Blackball here. I am
disappointed with the idea that the Wedge hours of Blackball have not changed. As stated in the proposed solution.
Surfers would have access to "Cylinders ". This really is no solution. Cylinders original name for those in the know is "Back
Breaker" it is very dangerous.
The only real and fair solution is to reduce the number of hours per day that the Wedge is "bodysurfing only ". In
addition; when the waves are big and the body surfers won't go out (because they really can't) allow "lifeguard
discretion ". That way several hours don't go by with boogie borders /surfers waiting on the beach.
This will assist with parking constraints which is always a hassle down here. I think it will also throw a wet blanket on the
tensions between bodysurfers and those with flotation devises. There has been no "give" from the city in over 30- years.
There has been a mafia style ownership if you will by a vocal minority which feels they have a right to the Wedge. I walk
this beach every day I have seen first hand the intimidation and the trash left behind by those who supposedly covet this
area. Don't be fooled any longer and don't think Cylinders is the only solution. Reduce the Blackball hours at Wedge and
the total number of days per year. The people who actually live on the Point have better knowledge than outsiders who
stake their claim here during the summer season.
The trash solution at Wedge and peninsula point is another issue altogether and we will be presenting a better solution
to counsel later this year.
Thank you,
Jeff Dole
Resident Peninsula Point
From: Kiff, Dave
Sent: Thursday, July 23, 2015 4:06 PM
To: City Clerk's Office
Subject: FW: Please keep current blackball policy at 40th -44th streets
For the record.
From: Sophie Kubichek [mailto:sophie lefe(ftahoo.com]
Sent: Thursday, July 23, 2015 2:00 PM
To: Dept - City Council
Subject: Please keep current blackball policy at 40th -44th streets
I would like to urge you to please keep the current blackball policy in place that bans
hardboards between 40th and 44th streets all day from May 1st through October 31st.
I am a single mother (who grew up here in Newport) of 3 boys, ages 12, 10, and 7. The
evenings are sometimes the only times I am able to bring my boys down to the beach to
boogie board and body surf and play in the waves and safety is my main concern. The
surfers have plenty of access to other parts of the beach in Newport so I would like to ask
that you keep 40th through 44th streets free of hardboards all day so that I can continue to
take my children to the beach and not worry about them getting in the way of aggressive
surfers.
Thank you,
Sophie Kubichek
1
From: Kiff, Dave
Sent: Monday, July 27, 2015 9:15 AM
To: City Clerk's Office
Subject: FW: Black Ball Regulations
For the record.
From: Lisa Beyrooty [rrailto:lbeyrooty(alomail.coml
Sent: Sunday, July 26, 2015 10:54 PM
To: Dept - City Council
Subject: Black Ball Regulations
Hello,
We just wanted to say that as residents of Newport Beach and avid ocean swimmers, we are in support of the 24 hour black ball rule. We
would like regulations to be maintained the same as they are right now. Hard boards and swimmers are a bad mix.
Thanks for listening.
Sincerely,
Lisa Beyrooty and Family-
From: Kiff, Dave
Sent: Monday, July 27, 2015 9:15 AM
To: City Clerk's Office
Subject: FW: Blackball -- 40th to 44th streets -- Please don't change the policy!
Attachments: 2015_07 26_15_19_10.pdf000.jpg; Blackball Issue — Skinner observations.docx
For the record.
From: iskinnermd@aol.com [mailto:is kin nermclgaol.com]
Sent: Sunday, July 26, 2015 9:38 PM
To: Petros, Tony; Selich, Edward; Curry, Keith; Duffield, Duffy; Muldoon, Kevin; Peotter, Scott; Dixon, Diane
Cc: Kiff, Dave
Subject: Blackball -- 40th to 44th streets -- Please don't change the policy!
Dear Mayor Selich and Members of the Council:
Jack and I strongly oppose revising the Blackball Policy for the area between 40th and
44th Streets. Our opposition is strictly for safety reasons. I think everyone can agree
that it is dangerous to mix hardboard surfing with swimmers, body surfers and boogie
boarders. It is not only the danger of a hardboard hitting someone but it is also the
razor -sharp skeg on the bottom of the board that can cause serious injury.
Many years ago, before the Blackball Policy, Jack was body surfing a wave, a
hardboard surfer went over him and the skeg sliced open the back of Jack's swim
suit. Gratefully, it didn't go deeper so Jack was unhurt but he certainly had to buy a
new swim suit! Jack was very fortunate.
We urge you to maintain the long -time existing policy between 40th and 44th Streets
banning the mix of hardboards with swimmers, body surfers and boogie boarders all
day between May 1 st and October 31st. The rest of the year allows for board surfing
all day in that area. It is a policy that has worked well for many years and it is
fair. Many of us are still enjoying the ocean free from hardboards long after 5:00 pm --
even until sunset.
Jack and I have started counting the boogie boarders, body surfers and swimmers in
the water when we arrive after 5:00 pm and I have attached the data we gathered for
your review.
I have also attached a Google map of Newport's beach from the Wedge to the River,
marking the very small area between 40th and 44th Streets closed to board
surfers. The board surfers have full use of the rest of the beach except for noon to
4:00 pm when the blackball flag is up.
1
In the interest of safety for all ocean users, please do not make any changes to the
current blackball policy with regard to the area between 40`h and 44th streets.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely, Nancy (and Jack) Skinner
From: Kiff, Dave
Sent: Monday, July 27, 2015 9:16 AM
To: City Clerk's Office
Subject: FW: Swimmer safety
For the record.
From: Tracey Martin [mailto:tjwmipCalgmail.com]
Sent: Sunday, July 26, 2015 7:42 PM
To: Dept - City Council
Subject: Swimmer safety
For the attention of the Newport Beach City Council:
I understand that you are considering changes to the rules that protect swimmers at 40th street. As
someone who is only an occasional swimmer, I feel much safer on a beach without surf boards. I know that
there was a terrible accident that killed a swimmer a number of years ago and hope that you will take this into
consideration when you review the rules. One death in a swimmer vs surfboard accident is too many. Opening
up that area to board surfers again puts us all in danger.
Thank you,
Tracey Martin
Sent from my iPhone
1
From: Kiff, Dave
Sent: Monday, July 27, 2015 9:16 AM
To: City Clerk's Office
Subject: FW: Keep the areas for swimmers
For the record.
From: Gale Friedman [ mailto :galefriedmanOCagmail.com]
Sent: Sunday, July 26, 2015 4:56 PM
To: Dept - City Council
Subject: Keep the areas for swimmers
I am writing this letter to support the swimmers who currently utilize the ocean between 40th and 44th streets
on the Balboa Peninsula. This area should have the black ball maintained during the summer so that the
swimmers can enjoy the ocean without possible harm from surfboards.
Thank you,
Gale Friedman
2001 Port provence Pl.
Newport Beach
From: Kiff, Dave
Sent: Monday, July 27, 2015 9:16 AM
To: City Clerk's Office
Subject: FW: Proposed Black Ball rules change
For the record.
From: Oscar Clevidence [mailto:OscarC(daclevidence com]
Sent: Sunday, July 26, 2015 3:43 PM
To: Dept - City Council
Subject: Proposed Black Ball rules change
Hello Council: We own a beach house at 4101 Seashore Drive in Newport Beach and are there every summer.
We watch the Boogie Boarders gather each morning at the 40Th Street Groin to surf without the fear of being hit by a
hard surf boards.
I'm still working in Santa Ana, getting home after 5:00 PM and looking forward to an ocean swim with our guests and
friends who come to that protected area after work. We would not be able to do that with hard board surfing at the
same time. The hard board surfers have open area all day long which should be enough.
Thanks for your consideration. The current rules have been working very well for many years.
Oscar Clevidence
OA51421
Ashbrook - Clevidence, Inc.
0188788
3000 W. MacArthur Blvd. Suite # 320
Santa Ana, CA 92704
(800) 447 -4023
DIRECT LINE (714) 755 -2484
(714) 9794023
(714) 979 -2809 Fax
License #0188788
oscarc(&acievid ence.com
From: Kiff, Dave
Sent: Monday, July 27, 2015 9:16 AM
To: City Clerk's Office
Subject: FW: Blackball rules (for Tuesday's meeting)
For the record.
- - - -- Original Message---- -
From: Susan Skinner [mailto:seskinner@me.com]
Sent: Sunday, July 26, 2015 3:39 PM
To: Dept -City Council
Cc: Nancy Skinner
Subject: Blackball rules (for Tuesday's meeting)
Dear Mayor Selich and members of the Council:
I would appreciate having you maintain the blackball rules at 40th street as they currently exist.
You may think that the hours of 10 to 5 PM are sufficient for anyone wishing to go swimming in hard - board -free
waters, but the reality is that there are many people who can't get to the beach during that time frame. My lovely
parents typically wait for me to get off of work before their daily ocean swim and we always find many other
swimmers /boogie boarders in the water even until sunset. Anyone who has had to swim with hard boards is likely to
have had a bad encounter, either from inconsiderate surfers knocking swimmers out of waves or being struck by a hard
board. My dad had his bathing suit sliced open by a skeg, narrowly missing his back side. A few more inches and this
accident could have severely limited his ability to become Citizen of the Year!
The hard boarders have literally the rest of the Peninsula to enjoy after hours and it really seems only fair to
dedicate a small slice of ocean to those of us who appreciate being able to swim without the danger of getting wiped
out by an errant board.
Please continue the current blackball rules at 40th to 44th street.
Thank you,
Susan Skinner
From: Kiff, Dave
Sent: Monday, July 27, 2015 9:18 AM
To: City Clerk's Office
Subject: FW: blackball policy
For the record.
- - - -- Original Message---- -
From: Betsy Fiorentino [ mailto:betsyfio @roadrunner.com]
Sent: Sunday, July 26, 2015 12:03 PM
To: Dept -City Council
Subject: blackball policy
We are writing to urge you to retain the current blackball policy prohibiting surfing with boards between 40th and 44th
streets on the current calendar schedule.
There are so many other sections of the beach where the surfers can enjoy board surfing, let's leave areas of the beach
for those who enjoy swimming and body surfing in a safe environment.
longtime Newport Beach residents,
Betsy and Frank Fiorentino.
From: City Clerk's Office
Sent: Thursday, July 23, 2015 4:06 PM
To: McDonald, Cristal; Mulvey, Jennifer; Rieff, Kim
Subject: FW: Please keep current blackball policy at 40th -44th streets
From: Kiff, Dave
Sent: Thursday, July 23, 2015 4:05:36 PM (UTC- 08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
To: City Clerk's Office
Subject: FW: Please keep current blackball policy at 40th -44th streets
For the record.
From: Sophie Kubichek [mailto:sophie IefeCdyahoo com]
Sent: Thursday, July 23, 2015 2:00 PM
To: Dept - City Council
Subject: Please keep current blackball policy at 40th -44th streets
I would like to urge you to please keep the current blackball policy in place that bans
hardboards between 40th and 44th streets all day from May 1st through October 31st
I am a single mother (who grew up here in Newport) of 3 boys, ages 12, 10, and 7. The
evenings are sometimes the only times I am able to bring my boys down to the beach to
boogie board and body surf and play in the waves and safety is my main concern. The
surfers have plenty of access to other parts of the beach in Newport so I would like to ask
that you keep 40th through 44th streets free of hardboards all day so that I can continue to
take my children to the beach and not worry about them getting in the way of aggressive
surfers.
Thank you,
Sophie Kubichek
From: Kiff, Dave
Sent: Friday, July 24, 2015 12:23 PM
To: City Clerk's Office
Subject: FW: Black Ball
For the record.
- - - -- Original Message---- -
From: Jeff Dole [mailto:isdole @sbcglobal.netj
Sent: Friday, July 24, 2015 12:14 PM
To: Dept -City Council
Subject: Black Ball
I am a long time resident of the peninsula point. I live approximately 1 -block from the Wedge on Miramar. l currently sit
on the BPPA Board and have been president for 2- years. I am keenly aware of the issues of Blackball here. I am
disappointed with the idea that the Wedge hours of Blackball have not changed' As stated in the proposed solution.
Surfers would have access to "Cylinders ". This really is no solution. Cylinders original name for those in the know is "Back
Breaker" it is very dangerous.
The only real and fair solution is to reduce the number of hours per day that the Wedge is "bodysurfing only ". In
addition; when the waves are big and the body surfers won't go out (because they really can't) allow "lifeguard
discretion ". That way several hours don't go by with boogie borders /surfers waiting on the beach.
This will assist with parking constraints which is always a hassle down here. I think it will also throw a wet blanket on the
tensions between bodysurfers and those with flotation devises. There has been no "give" from the city in over 30- years.
There has been a mafia style ownership if you will by a vocal minority which feels they have a right to the Wedge. I walk
this beach every day I have seen first hand the intimidation and the trash left behind by those who supposedly covet this
area. Don't be fooled any longer and don't think Cylinders is the only solution. Reduce the Blackball hours at Wedge and
the total number of days per year. The people who actually live on the Point have better knowledge than outsiders who
stake their claim here during the summer season.
The trash solution at Wedge and peninsula point is another issue altogether and we will be presenting a better solution
to counsel later this year.
Thank you,
Jeff Dole
Resident Peninsula Point
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Cota- Robles, Marc L. (KABC -N) <Marc.L.Cota- Robles @abc.com>
Sent: Monday, May 04, 2015 4:46 AM
7o: Blackball
Subject: ABC7 question
Good morning!
I'm a reporter w /Eyewitness News. Are blackball conditions expected again today at the wedge?
Marc Cota - Robles
ABC7 Eyewitness News
818 - 731 -7596
Sent from my Phone
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Alderton <alderton5 @att.net>
Sent:
Wednesday, April 29, 2015 7:03 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
When does blackball start? ??
Hi I had a question about the blackball. I was wondering when it starts I think it is May 1" but I want to be sure.
Thank you for your time,
Nate Alderton
This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software.
www.avast.com
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Kevin Murphy <KMurphy @wfgtitleco.com>
Sent:
Monday, April 13, 2015 11:09 AM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Blackball
Mr. Williams, can you please provide me the following information;
1). What are the current laws regarding blackball in West Newport?
2). What will the law be under your new proposal?
3). How many citations were issues to surfers, boogie boarders and body surfers last summer in regards to
defiance to blackball?
Sincerely,
KEVIN MURPHY
Vice President
Multi -State Solutions
WFG National Title Insurance Company
18881 Von Karman Fifth Floor
Irvine, CA 92612
cell 714.624.2906 office 866.698.9544
www.wfggfe.com www.wfgnationaltitle.com
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Kevin Murphy <KMurphy @wfgtitleco.com>
Sent: Friday, April 10, 2015 5:10 PM
To: PB &R Commission; Blackball; Recreation
Cc: Dixon, Diane; Petros, Tony; Duffield, Duffy; Muldoon, Kevin; Selich, Edward; Peotter,
Scott; Curry, Keith; Dept - City Council
Subject: West Newport Black Ball chart /map
Attachments: image001.png; ATT00001.htm; image002.png; ATT00002.htm; mnb_blackball- map.pdf;
ATT00003.htm; wnb blackball- chart.pdf; ATT00004.htm
Mr. Anderson, Mr. Englebrecht, Mr. Howard, Mr. Cole and Mrs. Hamilton and Mrs. Marston:
My name is Kevin Murphy and I've been a resident of Newport Shores for 44 years. I am writing to express my
disappointment in the decision that was made at this week's meeting to review the Blackball hours and policies. Please
click on the custom blackball chart attached. I'm hoping everyone in your commission will review the chart clearly
showing the outrageous discrepancy of hours surfers control the water compared to all other swimmers. I'm writing to
express my deepest regrets that your commission voted 5 -1 to reduce the hours and months of blackball between 40-
44th street. I just don't understand how any of you reviewing this chart can think taking what limited hours we get (356)
a year with out fear of getting hit by a surfer is both a safe and just decision. There is clearly two issues here: 1)
swimmers wanting a place to swim safely all hours of the day (we currently get ONLY four streets from 10:00am to
5:OOpm), and 2) the lifeguards headed by Mr. Halphide and Williams don't want to be bothered by enforcing the blackball
regulations, so they are seeking to reduce the hours in which blackball is enforced.
The current standing municipal codes state; 11.16.030 surfing prohibited, 11.16.050 hazardous surfing - endangering
others and 11.070 signal flags. Please let me address how these are not being enforced and I'll only talk about my
experiences this past summer not the total 44 years I've been bodysurfing. 11.16.030 surfing prohibited, 40 -44th Street
blackball goes up at 10:00. When my friends and I get there (by the way we have to wait until 10:00 am to catch waves
safely, WHY? ) there are lots of surfers out. Contrary to Mr. Williams request at the meeting to call, I'm assuming he
thinks I don't. I do have the lifeguard headquarters phone in my phone contacts and I have called for help. My
assessment is around 75% of the time the answering lifeguard responds how busy they are or they're understaffed, The
other 25% they respond they'll send someone down. THE LIFEGUARDS DONT WANT TO DO THEIR JOB.
11.16.050 hazardous surfing- endangering others, I cannot tell you how many times this past summer surfers would
blatantly ignore blackball between 10:00 and 5:00 and verbally abuse and threaten physical altercations when we tried to
explain this area is blackballed and could they move to the surfing area. The common response was "we know it's
blackballed and we're not getting out until the lifeguards tell us or worse the old F_ you ", which usually heightened the
intensity levels in the water. I, personally, had a pointed tip flag thrown at me while I was standing at the lifeguard
tower by a group of 6 surfers. THE LIFEGUARDS DON'T WANT TO DEAL WITH THIS.
11. 16.070 Signal flags, pretty much everyone knows 40 -44th is blackballed. Yet the surfers still go out and even rip
down the stationary black flag placed on both the 40th and 44th street towers. Let me explain how bad this is, at the end
of the summer we would just call the police directly to help assist us. So in addition to the lifeguard Headquarters we all
have the NB Police department in our phone contacts. THE LIFEGUARDS DONT WANT TO ENFORCE THE BLACKBALL
FLAG.
I've learned in my old age that when presenting a problem to suggest a solution which I felt my group did last year that
addressed everyone with a win /win, this was pretty much ignored by the lifeguard committee. The surfers want a all day
surfing area, this really confuses me. They already have that from 71st Street to the River Jetty, yet they continually
seem to ignore this. As you can see by my chart they already dominate in both the hours they get and more importantly
the quality of the wave hours they get. And you the PER approved 5 -1 to reduce what limited time we get to swim
SAFELY on the current time of just four streets we have in West Newport. Here's another major concern I have, you had
two members of your council on the Blackball Committee last year, Ron Cole and Racquel Valdez. I don't believe Racquel
is still a member of the PER, but Ron still is and I think maybe the Lady who sits to his left might be also. Sorry I don't
know her name and correct me if I'm wrong. Here's my concern, how do you get a unbiased vote on this when you have
PBR members on the Blackball Committee. They are not going to vote against the recommendations of their own
committee and this was clearly evident in the way they voted. How can this be ethically legal, I'm not a attorney but this
seems so wrong in so many ways.
I must end this with how much I appreciate the lifeguards and what they do, I consider a lot of them my friends as I
speak to many of them on a daily basis. I believe most of them would even admit they like me in the water because I
body surf with them but more importantly the amount of help and rescues I personally make every summer. The issue is
with senior management who's literally taking the easy way out by reducing their workload because THEY DON'T WANT
TO DO THEIR JOBS. What kind of Government would we have if they said we don't want to deal with our national issues
for the month of May and September. What would our Police force be if they said we know people don't always come to
a complete stop at stop signs so lets just eliminate them. Rules are put in place to insure safety, so is a hundred surfers
more important then the thousands of people who line our beaches: swimmers, boogie boarders, body surfers, little kids
up to their waist in the water. Why can't this group get somewhere to swim safely ALL DAY?
A suggestion was made at the meeting this week to leave putting blackball up to the discretion of the lifeguard on
duty. This CANNOT be left up to a discretionary decision that can change daily to whoever is working that day. This puts
undue pressure on the lifeguards and as past experience has proven, will further escalate tensions between surfers &
bodysurfers /swimmers. We just want consistency that we can count on and for the current laws to be enforced which is
not happening. Please let me know that this email has been read by all members of your commission.
KEVIN MURPHY
Vice President
Multi -State Solutions
WFG National Title Insurance Company
18881 Von Karman Fifth Floor
Irvine, CA 92612
cell 714.624.2906 1 office 866.698.9544
www.wfggfe.com I www.wfcinationaltitle.com
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
jeff Dole <jeffsdole @gmail.com>
Sent:
Friday, April 10, 2015 4:31 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Black Ball
I am a long time resident at 2124 Miramar have sat on the Board of the BPPA for the last 5- years. I understand
there has been a meeting regarding Black Ball again - I guess I missed it. I could not find anything in Dave
Kiffs report and I also could not find anything on the NPB website. Do you have any quick update you can
provide?
The Wedge is kind of my pet project down here I and a few other locals strive to keep the Wedge clean, and in
the summer we pay thousands of dollars for patrols to keep the area safe.
I am compelled to say there is nobody currently on the council that really knows anything about the Wedge.
know they listen to staff and staff should be getting most of its input from the lifeguards.
I suggest you incorporate the input from a few residents or actually the BPPA before making a decision that
effects all of us who live down at the Peninsula Point.
Thanks!
Jeff Dole
214 543 7236
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: mail @changemail.org
Sent: Wednesday, April 08, 2015 12:55 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: 500 more people signed "Rush Hill: End Blackball at the Wedge'
i`GSV ;.fir; siix'E = =.
Blackball Working Group —This petition addressed to you on
Change.org has new activity. See progress and respond to the
campaign's supporters.
Rush Hill: End Blackball at the Wedge x
pE ._!, by A zso� � i?4E. <o Q su rxpo °. �
500 more people signed
RE-CENT r OR kk =F'
Jeremy Whitney
L^s A-,oeies. CA =nr 08 20 1 l
I'm signing because it is ridiculous how many times if seen surf
able /skimable/ boogable wedge ti2th not a soul in the water.... The body
surfers of old shouldn't be the only people who make these decisions!
Matt Buchanan
I skimboard and think this is an outdated law and needs to change. It
makes no sense to ban board riders from a wave that is mostly ridden by
board riders.....
Steven hoshaw
Tulsa, 01. r, ^r 08, 2015
regardless of who you are, everyone should be given an equal
opportunity.
zach bowman
Skimboarding the wedge is a skimboarders dream.
Jeremy Crevehng
Cr, r =r_'�, 2016
The beach should be open to all not just a select few!
On Change.org, decision makers like you connect directly with people
around the world to resolve issues. Respond to let the people petitioning
you know you're listening, say whether you agree with their call to action,
or ask them for more information. Learn more.
6s n_t{"ca:ior, vvds sen' tc, 'e.l <tec ;(7J ile`Jv' ^0 >.,sN^ Ca y =N, -,he _ddd,ess ''.ed as
.0 be.;S'on na k.,: o.'.4: c.t by 'he [.i�r9 slur of f'his is nccrfec,, rpi'ase post a8
res Ponse io b' the petivor, Stdrtei
?z. Qt. @ �! e:S @f .} f<99"3 `^" "chit C, i nC / S !6 "
11
8
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Amanda Allen <amandagrace20 @gmail.com>
Sent: Friday, September 05, 2014 12:18 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: dates and times
Hi,
I'm finding conflicting info on the dates and times blackball is in effect in Newport Beach, specifically at
Prospect Ave. Thank you
Amanda Allen MS, CSCS
480 - 250 -1523
amandagrace20Lgm ail. com
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: dan.cuevas10 @gmaii.com
Sent: Monday, August 04, 2014 5:09 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: Question
Hi, could you please inform me on the current Blackball rules and what areas they pertain to in Newport Beach.
10
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: 1Tiempo <ltiempo @gmail.com>
Sent: Friday, July 04, 2014 6:43 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: Recommendation
Blackball every otherjetty or follow the process in other areas and designate surf and swim sections rather than a
blanket blackball roll down on the beach.
Sent from my Whone
11
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Pete Flath <peteflath @yahoo.com>
Sent:
Friday, July 04, 2014 6:37 AM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Beater board
My son was asked to stop surfing on his beater board yesterday at a non crowded section of beach by the jetties. It was
my understanding these boards were allowed.
He is an avid surfer, sponsored team rider and has surfed NSSA for several years.
Thanks in advance for the reply.
Sent from myiPhone
12
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Amy Stewart <amytstewart@gmail.com>
Sent:
Saturday, June 07, 2014 1:10 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Blackball hours
Where can I find the blackball hours for the all the Newport Beach beaches?
Thank you,
Amy Stewart
13
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Jordan Parker <jordanparker1986 @gmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, June 03, 2014 6:56 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: Distribution list
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Hi-
Could you please add me to the distribution list? I would like to be informed of future gatherings
Thank you,
Jordan Parker
14
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Jack Ryan Wineke <jrmwineke @gmail.com>
Sent:
Friday, May 30, 2014 11:04 AM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Black Ball Beater
Hi,
I was just wondering if the Black Ball Beater by Catch Surf is legal to use during black ball times.
It has a construction just like a bodyboard, which is allowed during the black ball times.
Here is a link to the Black Ball Beater:
http: / /catchsurf.com /beater - original -54 -fin less -su rfboard. html
Just wondering if you can clear this up for me.
Thanks!
Jack Ryan
15
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Diane Edmonds <dedmonds @socal.rr.com>
Sent:
Tuesday, May 13, 2014 1:58 PM
To:
Blackball; Williams, Rob
Subject:
Blackball
May 13, 2014
Dear Rob and members of the Blackball Working Group,
The Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission meeting held 2/4/14 was quite baffling and disappointing. As I said that night, 1 felt that you put
forth a lot of sincere effort, thought, and research to come up with your excellent Draft Proposal regarding blackball.
• 1 find it incredulous that 4 out of 5 of the present Commission members admitted at the end of the meeting that `they really didn't
understand the issue' and yet they opted to deny the recommendations of the City's undisputed EXPERTS on the issue.
I was also very disappointed in the PB &R Commission's failure to make themselves familiar with the blackball issue prior to the meeting
(with the exception of Ron Cole, of course). Blackball is a very complicated issue and each surf spot in Newport involves unique
challenges. 4 out of 5 of the Commission members neglected to research the history nor did they display any knowledge of the current
regulations.
• It was also very disrespectful when two members of the Commission began having private conversations about halfway through the public
comments, which continued throughout the remaining comments. Both of them then expressed and displayed a total lack of understanding
of the entire blackball issue.
I would like to especially commend Ron Cole and Rob Williams for their clear, thorough descriptions of the process that the Blackball Working
Group used to come up with its recommendations. It was very disappointing that Ron's fellow Commission members showed little respect for his
expertise on the blackball issue. If it weren't for Ron's persistence to raise a motion to keep alive the possibility of presenting further revisions, the
outcome would have been even more devastating.
The point that seemed to be totally missed by the Commission is that SWIMMERS are able to enjoy the water without worrying about hard boards at
EVERY beach in Newport from Memorial Day thou Labor Day, from approximately 1 lam - 4pm, (other than in the proposed surf zones between
48th - 56th Streets and Orange St. to RJ's and south of the Balboa Picr). There was a lot of talk about safety for swimmers but it wasn't made clear
that your proposal includes an exceptionally fair amount of exclusive time and areas for swimmers.
May I suggest using a slightly different way of presenting the revised blackball proposal? Clearly, 4 out of 5 of the Commission members had no
grasp of what the `before and after' policies would be, and how each of the various groups would be impacted. They were swayed by the inaccurate
arguments raised by many bodysurfers and the emphasis was only on what bodysurfers were `losing'. The fact that bodysurfers would still have 3
months of exclusive use for 5 hours every day at the Wedge was not highlighted nor, it appears, understood, by most of the Commission members.
Several of the Commission members contradicted themselves by saying they supported having a `uniform' time frame for blackball policies, but then
they rejected your recommendations to achieve a uniform time frame. It was explained that the Lifeguard Dept. doesn't have the resources to enforce
any blackball provisions outside of the period between Memorial Day thin Labor Day, and in practice, the current blackball is not always enforced in
May, September and October. Re- writing the blackball policies to be in effect uniformly throughout Newport from Memorial Day thou Labor Day is
logical, practical and very fair to all parties.
Under normal circumstances, nobody is restricted from any kind of water use outside of the period of Memorial Day than Labor Day (other than
current rules at Wedge and 40th -44th Streets). Perhaps it would he better not to use terms like "year- round" when referring to establishing new surf
zones.
I lere's how I would present your Proposal (using data from the denied Draft Proposal):
16
� r i x ^.
i si .'-,:
�A� :� ME
_
Bodysurfers
Wedge
Memorial Day thm Labor Day
11 am-4pm
Bodyboardefs
40tlt -44th Streets
Memorial Day On Labor Day
all day '
Skimboarders
t00ft South of Balboa Pier
Memorial Day thru Labor Day
all day
Surfers
48th -56th Streets
Memorial Day thru Labor Day
all day
(or 52nd - 60th Streets):
Orange St. to RJ's:
Peppy Ave. to Cameo
Shores Rd.
Swimmers
ALL areas in Newport
Memorial Day thru Labor Day
approx.
t t am-4pm '
• NOTE: At NO time are swimmers and bodysurfers kept out of the water -they have complete shared access to ALL spots a( all times. For
safety purposes, swimmers and bodysurfers have also been allocated a very generous amount of exclusive water time during blackball
hours.
This makes each group's access very clear and concise and shows the fairness and uniformity of your proposal.
I fully support your efforts to bring fairness to the blackball politics in Newport and I wish you well in your ongoing deliberations during the meeting
this Thursday. I delayed sending this letter back in February as I was so disgusted with the tactics used by the 'Wedge Crew' to hang onto their
unfair exclusive use deal that I took a break from all of it. l .sincerely hope you are able to convince the P,B & R Commission and ultimately the
City Council that it is time to change the blackball policies to be more in line with current usage and correct the 'special interest group' favoritism
that has dominated the Wedge for far too long.
Regards,
Diane Edmonds
cel: (714)345 -1528
H: (714) 962 -1077
dedmondsrd socal.u.com
Check out my surf photo website: YourWavePics.com
Blog: BevondTheSand.wordoress.com
17
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Diane Weddke <mail @changemail.org>
Sent:
Wednesday, March 05, 2014 8:26 AM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
100 new signers: Diane Weddke, ernie casco...
Another 100 people added their names to Aaron Peluso's petition "Newport Beach City Council: End Blackball
at the Wedge" -- momentum is growing.
There are now 3899 signatures on this petition. Read reasons why people are signing, and respond to Aaron
Peluso by clicking here:
http: / /www. change.org/petitions /newport- beach - city- counci l- end - blackball- at -the-
wed ge/ responses /new ?response= 14052667c298
Dear Blackball Working Group,
The Wedge is one of the most premiere skimboarding, bodyboarding and surfing waves in the world. Yet for
decades board riders of all types have been prohibited from enjoying this public resource during the majority
of the south swell season. The City of Newport Beach needs to re- evaluate its policy found in resolution 95-
116 and all revisions thereto, to establish rules that can best serve communities which deserve access to this
public space. Further, the city should explicitly address and reverse its discriminatory practice of granting
exclusive use of this public space to a preferred group of wave riding athletes (bodysurfers). Please end
blackball at The Wedge and allow all wave riding athletes equal access to this world class location.
Sincerely,
3900. Diane Weddke Glendale, Arizona
3898. emie casco la jolla, California
3896. Joe Brockman Atlanta, Georgia
3895. Frederick Mannion Long Beach, California
3894. Clayton Pickens Schutz, Texas
3893. Troy Naumoff Dunedin, New Zealand
3892. Daniel Rudat Dana Point, California
3891. Amanda Bustamante Rancho Santa Margarita, California
3890. Jason wilkerson Rancho Cucamonga, California
3888. Roberto Martins Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
3887. Peggy Juntilla Palm City, Florida
3886. Travis Sampson Laguna Beach, California
3882. stephanie bachman Media, Pennsylvania
3881. Tim Childers Lawrence, Kan sas
3880. Marc Cuevas, Spain
3879. Octave Zangs Lausanne, Switzerland
3878. Keith Hobbie Santee, California
3877. Nick McCormack Pacific Palisades, California
3876. Sue Reedy Middletown, Ohio
3875. Allison Dick Brighton, Colorado
3874. adam Soltoski Manchester, Connecticut
3872. Duane Greene Cambria Heights, New York
18
3871. scott packer salt lake city, Utah
3870. Michelle Heflin Dresden, Maine
3869. Billie Randle Mountain View, Missouri
3866. Joe Kramkowski Worcester, New Jersey
3863. Lisa Swartz Centennial, Colorado
3862. Marie Leven Flushing, Michigan
3861. Cassandra Robinson Las Vegas, Nevada
3860. Erin Cromer Muncie, Indiana
3859. Kaleigh Fiddler Aurora, Colorado
3858. Sean Newman Long Beach, California
3855. Sam Rapaport Newport Beach, California
3854. David Lanzillo Bradenton, Florida
3853. wesley lott Huntington beach, California
3852. Jeff Bell Reno, Nevada
3 85 1. Stacy Wirth Oshkosh, Wisconsin
3850. JD Fox Los Angeles, California
3849. Jessica Boone Richmond, Virginia
3848. Elena Martinez Vancouver, Washington
3845. Phillip Kelly Richfield, Minnesota
3843. Janet G. White East hartford, Connecticut
3842. Jessica Kumar Borger, Texas
3840. probyn Gregory Los Angeles, California
3 83 9. Karina Hernandez Alton, Texas
3838. Juan Peralta HOUSTON, Texas
3837. Brian Zylinski Lake View, New York
3835. steve bongard Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
3834. Johanna Ellison Hanks Galesburg, Illinois
3833. Amber Wheat Redondo Beach, California
3832. Brett Stave Newport Beach, California
3831. Amber Greene Seaside, California
3830. Alyssa Giglia Cumming, Georgia
3829. Rebecca Vanderstoel Dixon, California
3828. charlie hollandkillington, Vermont
3825. Priscilla flores los angeles, California
3824. Lara DeLuz Orangevale, California
3823. Steven Heid Moscow, Idaho
3822. Karla McDonald greensboro, North Carolina
3 82 1. Jooris - ancion Nicolas, Australia
3820. jodie joseph morton grove, Illinois
3819. Scott Nason Saint Paul, Minnesota
3818. Bryan Meyer Orange, California
3816. Zachary Singerman Laguna Beach, California
3815. Marion Chamberlin Wilmington, North Carolina
3814. Chris Wilber Macon, Illinois
3813. Korey Grohler Ashland City, Tennessee
3811. Michael Hajdu Williston, South Carolina
3810. Minal Kalas Austin, Texas
3809. Chad Spratt Sanger, Texas
3808. Joe M Boca Raton, Florida
3807. ALICEA TERRY Brooklyn, New York
3806. Catherine Dean Cape Town, South Africa
19
3804. Jen Smith Ocean City, Maryland
3803. Jennica Munden Pueblo, Colorado
3802. Dana Constable Honolulu, Hawaii
3800. Lacey Odell Saint Marys, Georgia
3799. Katie Gruber Irvine, California
3798. Jacob Hackelton Fontana, California
3797. Rachel Perry Saluda, South Carolina
3796. Anne Nishimoto Oakland, California
3795. Kara Herbert San Carlos, California
3794. Joe Ward Harbinger, North Carolina
3793. Mark Fickert Dallas, Texas
3792. Laura Riley Citrus Heights, California
3791. Eva Winters Hampton, Virginia
3790. Jeanne smith irvine, California
3788. James Nelson Apopka, Florida
3787. MIKE GAMBINO PHELAN, California
3785. Susan Block -Smith Stockton, California
3784. Pete Vieira Phelan, California
3783. Dave Smith Irvine, California
3782. cynthia lujan SANTA ANA, California
3781. Melissa Thomas Corona, California
3779. Anne Byrne Thousand Oaks, California
3777. Lauren Steelman San Clemente, California
3776. Katarina Nelson Lakewood, Colorado
3775. Pat Richwine Winnetka, Illinois
3774. David smith phelan, California
3773. Robert Hansen Pasadena, California
20
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Colter Miller <colter.l.miller @gmail.com>
Sent: Friday, February 07, 2014 6:09 AM
To: PB &R Commission; Blackball
Subject: Black Ball Revisions
Hello all,
I am writing to express my concern that the commission members, with the exception of Ron Cole, did not
take the time to adequately inform themselves on the issues of the blackball issue they were charged with
overseeing. It is a disservice to those you are meant to serve, which is your vocation as a public official, to not
adequately research the issue which you had full fore - notice of managing in a public forum.
Please familiarize yourself with the issues, as the current statutes are over 20 years old, and thoroughly
outdated, especially in a market where action sports have become such a large and valuable industry. The
current restrictions are unjust, barring public resources from fair and reasonable access by all potential users.
The drafted resolution has hundreds of hours of work behind it, from individuals who have researched and
studied all relevant data in an effort to put forth the most fair and reasonable set of guidelines so as to benefit all
potential users.
Sincerely,
Colter Miller
21
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Morgan Blunder <morganblunder @gmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, February 06, 2014 10:25 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: Fwd: Blackball Revisions
---- - - - - -- Forwarded message ---- - - - - --
From: Morgan Blunder <morganblunder(uigmail.com>
Date: Thu, Feb 6, 2014 at 10:15 PM
Subject: Blackball Revisions
To: pbrcommission @newportbeachca.gov
Cc: Blackball @newportbeachca.go
I was disappointed to hear that the newly drafted resolution was rejected at the recent PB &R Commission meeting. I
encourage you to re -look at the drafted resolution as it addressed issues with respect to fair use of Newport beaches in
an attempt to provide consistent blackball policies throughout Newport Beach. The current policies were put in place
more than 20 years ago and it is imperative that the City of Newport Beach bring it's current policies up -to -date with the
times and stop the illegal practice of denying access to Newport Beach's ocean areas as they are a public resource that
should not be denied to any users.
- Morgan
22
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Nicole Hayford <nicoleamberh98 @gmail.com>
Sent:
Tuesday, February 04, 2014 9:51 PM
To:
Dept - City Council; Blackball; PB &R Commission
Subject:
Blackball
Dear Newport Beach City Council Members & Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission Members,
My name is Nicole Hayford and I am a Huntington Beach resident. I am writing in regards to the proposed
blackball changes at Wedge. I feel that any changes to the current blackball regulations at Wedge that reduce or
eliminate blackball hours would not only be detrimental to the sport of bodysurfing, it would also create safety
hazards for all individuals in the water.
The current regulations at Wedge offer bodyboards, skimboards, and surfboards the best hours of the day for
wave riding (before the wind picks up creating choppy conditions). It also gives them the end of the day, often
the late afternoons in summer offer great conditions as well after the wind dies down. The current split of time
is equal, contrary to what many of the anti - blackball supporters would lead you to believe. Approximately 7
hours with no blackball, and 7 hours with blackball. Their argument is that, even while there is no blackball in
the water, bodysurfers are still able to bodysurf. While the statement itself is true, it is not practical. There are
very few people that attempt to bodysurf prior to blackball going up, as it is near impossible to compete for
waves with boards of any kind without cutting them off and risking being hit in the head by their board as board
surfers take off from a deeper (further down) section of the wave. Bodysurfers are completely immersed in the
water with only their head exposed and have to propel themselves through the water, rather than on top of the
water and are, therefore, much slower leaving their heads exposed for contact. The inability to compete in the
water with these other forms of wave riding will essentially cause the demise of the art of bodysurfing and /or
create unnecessary safety hazards when bodysurfers do the only thing they can to catch waves; taking off in
front of someone on a board.
Furthermore, there is very little blackball enforcement from May to late June and early September through the
end of October since the Newport Lifeguards generally do not staff the Wedge tower during this time of the
year. This enforcement gap results in bodysurfers sharing the majority of the, technically blackballed, water
time with board surfers who enter the water regardless of blackball. Generally bodysurfers have been able to
manage occasions like this ourselves because the regulation was in place (regardless of it being enforced).
Unfortunately, there are still times during which boards (skimboards, surfboards, and bodyboards) will enter the
water and not want to respect the blackball. During these times, I have been hit by skimboards, as well as
surfboards and bodyboards, countless times, twice resulting in minor head injuries.
There are plenty of places in Newport and up and down the Orange County coast for the board riders to ride
when the blackball goes up. Locations in Newport like Balboa Pier for the skimboards, 40 -44th Street (and the
rest of Newport), even Cylinders, for the bodyboarders and Upper Jetty's for the surfboards. If you eliminate
blackball or reduce the hours, cohere are WE as bodysurfers to go? Please take these points into consideration
when deciding what to do in regards to the blackball regulations at Wedge.
Thank you and best regards,
- Nicole Hayford
23
24
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Jason Harney <jrharney @sbcglobal.net>
Sent: Tuesday, February 04, 2014 3:35 PM
To: Blackball; www. citycouncil @newportbeachca.gov; Petros, Tony; curry @pfm.com; Hill,
Rush; Daigle, Leslie; Selich, Edward; PB &R Commission
Cc: Jason Harney
Subject: Black ball = bike lanes and skate parks
Greetings,
I am writing in opposition to the proposed changes in the black ball regulations at the Wedge.
I have heard some chatter on the internet about bodysurfing being a 'dying sport'. However, my
observations over the past 28 years of riding the Wedge are the opposite! I see more young
bodysurfers than I have seen in years. A new generation of riders have discovered the sport/art of
bodysurfing, and they have come to mecca: the tip of the Balboa Peninsula.
When running became a huge industry in the 70s and 80s, what did we tell runners? Did we say,
":You're too slow, you can't compete. Get a bike. "? No, the cities of CC have built running trails to
serve the needs of the running community.
When cycling became a huge industry, what did we say to cyclists? Did we say, "You're too slow,
you can't compete. Get a car. "? No, we build bike lanes and trails to serve the needs of the cycling
community.
The list goes on: skate parks to give skaters a place to practice their sport, 'hard board only' black ball
areas for surfers, 'no swimmer' areas for skimmers (as in Crescent Bay, Laguna Beach), snow- board-
only runs at ski areas, etc.
Bodysurfing deserves this same consideration. It is a worthy recipient of specific time and
locations for its safe and protected practice. This is particularly important at the Wedge, due to the
history and heritage of the sport at this unique location.
The current black ball regulations preserve this heritage, allow for the sport to grow and develop,
AND gives 50% of the best surfing time of the year over to board riders as well.
Therefore, I respectfully suggest that you do nothing to alter the current black ball regulations.
Sincerely,
Jason Harney
Lifelong OC Resident and Bodysurfer
25
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Jason Harney <jrharney @sbcglobal.net>
Sent: Tuesday, February 04, 2014 3:21 PM
To: Blackball; www.citycouncil @newportbeachca.gov, Petros, Tony; curry@pfm.com; Hill,
Rush; Daigle, Leslie; Selich, Edward; PB &R Commission
Cc: Jason Harney
Subject: Against the Proposed Changes to Black Ball at Wedge
Greetings,
My name is Jason Harney, and I am a life long resident of Orange County, having grown up in
Fountain Valley, and now residing in Mission Viejo. I have been bodysurfing at Wedge since 1984.
am writing in regards to the proposed blackball changes at Wedge. I feel that any changes to the
current blackball regulations at Wedge that reduce or eliminate blackball hours would not only be
detrimental to the sport of bodysurfing, it would also create safety hazards for all bodysurfers.
When I began bodysurfing at Wedge, the blackball regulations were not in place. While there were
fewer people riding bodyboards and skimboards at that time in comparison to now, I had been hit by
various types of boards on several occasions. While there is very little blackball enforcement from
May to late June /early July and early September — end of October, the bodysurfers have been able to
manage it ourselves because the regulation was in place (regardless of it being enforced). There
were still times, however, that boards (skimboards, surfboards, and bodyboards) would still enter the
water and not want to exit when informed of the blackball. Skim boards pose a particularly extreme
danger, as they take off directly toward the swimmers in the water. There is also the issue of loose
boards flying through the crashing waves after their rider bails or is knocked off the wave.
The current regulations at Wedge offer bodyboards, skimboards, and surfboards the best hours of the
day for wave riding (before the wind picks up creating choppy conditions). It also gives them the end
of the day (for those that don't like to get up early), often the late afternoons in summer offer great
conditions as well after the wind dies down. The current split of time is equal, contrary to what many
of the anti - blackball supporters would lead you to believe. Approximately 7 hours with no blackball,
and 7 hours with blackball. Their argument is that even while there is no blackball in the water,
bodysurfers are still able to bodysurf. While the statement itself is true, it's not actually factual. There
are very few people that attempt to bodysurf prior to blackball going up, it is near impossible to
compete for waves with boards of any kind without cutting them off and risking being hit in the head
by their board as the boards are able to sit back and take off deeper in the wave. Bodysurfers are
completely immersed in the water with only their head exposed and have to propel themselves
through the water rather than on top of the water and hence are much slower leaving their heads
exposed for contact. The inability to compete in the water with these other forms of wave riding will
essentially cause the demise of the art of bodysurfing and /or create unnecessary safety hazards
when bodysurfers do the only thing they can to catch waves by taking off in front of someone on a
board.
There are plenty of places in Newport and up and down the Orange County coast for the board riders
to ride when the blackball goes up. Places in Newport like Balboa Pier for the skimboards, 40 -44th
street (and the rest of Newport), even Cylinders for the bodyboards, upper jetty's for the surfboards. If
you eliminate blackball or reduce the hours, where are WE as bodysurfers to go? Please take these
things into consideration when deciding what to do in regards to the blackball regulations at Wedge.
0
Sincerely,
Jason Harney
27
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Chase Corum <chasecorum @gmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, February 04, 2014 2:09 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: Wedge Blackball
I have resided at 1552 E. Ocean Blvd (between G and 1 St.) on the Balboa Peninsula Point since 1981_ I am
also a longtime and avid bodysurfer of all the breaks in Balboa and Corona Del Mar.
My family and I support the current Blackball regulation (10 - 5, May - Oct) at Wedge.
We do so for the following reasons:
Provides fair use and fair separation of time for all wave riders.
Protects the historically significant sport of bodysurfing at the Wedge.
Insures safety in the water (protects bodysurfers from being hit by boards).
Reduces conflict between all parties in and out of the water.
Reduces traffic, parking issues and safety issues on the Balboa Peninsula and Peninsula Point.
Provides lifeguards the codified ability to enforce regulations.
I have discussed these issues with my neighbors as well. All feel strongly that the current blackball regulations
should be kept in place. A reduction in blackball hours would significantly impact our neighborhood due to
increased traffic (consistently violating the speed limits on our streets), parking problems, trash, public safety,
etc.
The longtime residents of the Point all vividly remember the tragedy of Debbie Killelea, who was killed by a
driver who was leaving the Wedge. Although we understand that we live in a desirable tourist location and will
inevitably be exposed to visitors due to the attractive nature of our neighborhood, we desire our neighborhood
to remain as safe and quiet as possible.
Thank you for your time and consideration on this issue.
Best,
Chase E. Corum, Esq.
28
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Alan Buchanan <abuchanan @cembrus.com>
Sent: Tuesday, February 04, 2014 11:27 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: FW: Blackball at the Wedge
Blackball Working Group,
I just read the article in the Daily Pilot regarding your recommendation to further limit
Wedge bodysurfing hours. At this point, you've most likely heard quite a bit of input
from both sides, but as a follow up to the letter (attached below. ) I sent to you a few
months ago I'd like to add a few other comments.
It simply appears you are caving to pressure from the bodyboarding industry. Your new
proposal aims to eliminate over two months of blackball time for bodysurfers and
basically give the entire morning to the board riders during the prime south swell
season! How fair is that? Clearly, someone on the BWG has NOT listened to anything
from the bodysurfing community.
Should I expect to hear from the BWG that the justification for such drastic changes to
the existing rule is that bodysurfers are allowed to join the boards during non - blackball
hours while boards are not allowed in the water during blackball hours? If this is the
case, then, once again, someone on the BWG has not listened to anything from the
bodysurfing community.
As the existing rule applies, the daytime hours are split "evenly" if you simply add up the
hours of the day. However, the existing rule still clearly gives the bulk of the prime
morning hours and potentially glassy evening hours to the boards. Your new proposal
would give the ENTIRE morning to them! It would be 11:30, on days with surf, before
the water would be cleared of all boards. Your new rule would eliminate bodysurfers
from having a fair shot at catching waves in the prime am hours! Bodysurfing would be
delegated to the prime west wind /blown out portion of the day. How fair is that?
You then propose to shave off another hour in the later afternoon, before the boards get
more of the often prime afternoon /evening potential "glass -off time? How fair is that?
I recently spent time at Pipeline on the North Shore where there is NO blackball and
bodysurfers are welcome to swim out at any time and catch what they can. So how does
a bodysurfer catch waves out there? Well, you wait for either a random wave to slip by
unridden, which rarely happens, or you wait for someone surfing or bodyboarding to
29
either eat it or kick out early and then you take off and grab what's left of the
wave. During a z hours session a bodysurfer is lucky to catch 5 -6 decent waves. A
bodysurfer simply can not compete with the speed of a board and their ability to get up
and riding earlier on the wave. This is what NON - blackball hours at Wedge would be /is
like!
Look, the Wedge is already ridiculously crowded before /during and after blackball. On
an average day of surf DURING blackball most people struggle to catch waves with all of
the bodies in the water. If you somehow expect that same crowd to happily mesh with
the board riders (who have their own crowd issues to deal with between themselves)
then you possibly are not understanding how things work out there. The existing rule
was put together by people who knew what they were doing and it works to this
day! The board riders are simply pushing for MORE FOR THEM.
See you there tonight,
Alan Buchanan
Cembrus Realty
949.422.4063
13 Corporate Plaza, Suite 100
Newport Beach, CA 92660
www.cembrusrealty.com
DRE License No: 01372672
30
From: Alan Buchanan
Sent: Tuesday, October 22, 2013 11:11 AM
To: blackball @newportbeachca.gov
Subject: FW: Blackball at the Wedge
Blackball Working Group,
I sent the attached letter to the City Council last week and did not include you at that
time. I did receive quite a few positive responses from the majority of Council
Members. Great meeting last night and good luck with the process. I'm sure you will
figure it out.
Regards,
Alan Buchanan
Alan Buchanan
Cembrus Realty
949.422.4063
13 Corporate Plaza, Suite 100
Newport Beach, CA 92660
www.cembrusrealty.com
DRE License No: 01372672
From: Alan Buchanan
Sent: Thursday, October 17, 2013 12:38 PM
To: Alan Buchanan; mhenn @newportbeachca.gov; tpetros @newportbeachca.gov; rhill @newportbeachca.gov;
lesliejdaigle @aol.com; edselich @roadrunner.com; ngardner @newportbeachca.gov; curryk @pfm.com
Subject: Blackball at the Wedge
Dear Newport Beach City Council members,
I'm writing to you in reference to the petition recently organized by Laguna based Aaron
Peluso to eliminate the existing Blackball regulations at the Wedge. First of all, I am not
part of the "Wedge Crew," but I have spent a considerable amount of time there since
my dad first took me down to watch the mayhem in the early '70's. I am a Newport
Beach native, avid life long Balboa Peninsula body surfer, board surfer and former City of
31
Newport Beach Lifeguard. I've spent my life in, on, under and around the beaches of
Newport. During the late '8o's - early 'go's I worked as a seasonal lifeguard, and for or a
number of seasons I worked primarily at the Wedge either on one of the towers ( "W" or
"P ") or driving /riding shotgun in a unit. I was awarded separate accommodations for
exceptional service from then State Senator Marian Bergeson and then Governor Pete
Wilson for one particular rescue at the Wedge during an exceptionally large south
swell. I've witnessed, first hand, all variations of crowd and swell conditions as a
spectator, participant and professional since the early'70's.
From my perspective the existing Blackball regulations are essential for maintaining the
safest possible scenario throughout the busy days of the peak south swell season. The
current regulations allow board riders the prime wave conditions before roam and after
5pm. Body surfers are then allowed to avoid collision and conflicts with board riders
from roam - 5pm. From a safety perspective, it's a no brainer! As you probably know,
the actual riding "arena" at the Wedge is a very small area - unlike West Newport or the
Jetty Field. If board riders are mixed with body surfers it would be an absolute
nightmare for those in charge of safety as well as those in the water trying to compete for
waves. I have no doubt that there would be a need for additional lifeguards and police
officers to properly monitor the area throughout the entire day.
With all due respect to the gentleman from Laguna, it would appear his efforts have less
to due with supporting "fair use" and more to due with promoting his skimboard
company and related team riders. Clearly, the more time they are in the water and in
front of the cameras and the crowds the more exposure his team /company can
get. Body surfers do not make money and they are not marketable. His efforts have
nothing to do with safety or "fair use."
Aside from the safety aspect, body surfing along the Balboa Peninsula, from 18th Street
to the Wedge is a sub - culture unique to Newport Beach - and it's history. There's really
nothing like it anywhere else in the world - and I've checked from Hawaii to Indonesia to
the South Pacific to Micronesia and to Europe! It's a right of passage for many kids from
this part of Orange County and beyond. It's part of our city's beach culture and the
Wedge is the absolute focal point. By removing Blackball regulations at the Wedge you
would be destroying a showplace for a huge part of this City's beach culture and history.
Sincerely,
Alan Buchanan
Newport Beach resident, Newport Harbor High grad, former Newport Beach Lifeguard.
32
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Melissa Petersen <petersen.melissa @gmail.com>
Sent:
Tuesday, February 04, 2014 11:24 AM
To:
PB &R Commission; Blackball
Subject:
Please do not change the Blackball restrictions
Attachments:
I MG953883 j pg
I know you've received a number of emails so I will keep this brief. I grew up going to the wedge with my Dad.
He taught me to bodysurf there. It is the most special place to him and i both along with the rest of our family.
The wedge and its epic waves ideal for bodysurfing brought him there every single day. He loved it more than
anything. The wedge, ultimately, was responsible for his untimely death just a few months ago. His injuries
were so severe that the associated illnesses that occurred took his life. He suffered for a year after the original
accident, working diligently to get back in the water. After his corrective surgery, the first thing he said.... was
that he could not wait to get back out at the wedge. It was the love of his life, it is the love of many of our lives.
It will not be the same if you change the regulations. We will not be able to enjoy this sacred bodysurfing
spot. l lam is too late to get the desired waves we need based on conditions. Please keep the blackball
restrictions the same. Thank you.
Melissa Petersen
PCA Realty
562.795.0273 office
562.795.0234 fax
pearealty(iD gmail.com
34
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Hill, Rush
Sent: Tuesday, February 04, 2014 9:04 AM
To: Jacob Schwenk; newpocitycouncil @newportbeachca.gov
Cc: Blackball; PB &R Commission; Gardner, Nancy; curry @pfm.com; Petros, Tony; Henn,
Michael; Selich, Edward; Daigle, Leslie
Subject: Re: Wedge Blackball policy
Hi Jacob,
Thank you for your e -mail. The blackball review is certainly is an issue that brings out passions in people.
I appreciate the time you took to share those thoughts with me and will look forward to considering the item at the
point it makes it to the City Council. Any changes to what we do today will have to go through the Parks, Beaches, and
Recreation Commission first. The issue is scheduled for this Commission on February 4, 2014.
You can follow that process here - http: / /www. newportbeachca .gov /index.aspx ?page =2302. You can also e-
mail blackball @newportbeachca.gov to be kept notified of meetings and reports.
Thank you again for contacting me.
Best wishes,
Rush
Rush N. Hill, II
Mayor
City of Newport Beach
100 Civic Center Drive
Newport Beach, CA 92660
949.644.3004
RHiII(cDNewPortBeachCA.gov
From: Jacob Schwenk <iacobschwenk99 @gmail.com>
Date: Tuesday, February 4, 2014 at 8:42 AM
To: " newpocitvcouncil @newportbeachca.gov" < newpocitvcouncil @newportbeachca.gov>
Cc: Blackball <blackball @newportbeachca.gov >, PB &R Commission < PBRCommission @newportbeachca.gov >, Nancy
Gardner <ngardner @newportbeachca.gov >, Rush Hill <rhill @newportbeachca.gov >, "curry @pfm.com"
<curry @pfm.com >, Tony Petros <tpetros @newportbeachca.gov >, Michael Henn <mhenn @newportbeachca.gov>, Ed
Selich <edselich @roadrunner.com >, Leslie Daigle <leslieidaigle @aol.com>
Subject: Wedge Blackball policy
Dear Newport Beach City Council Members & Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission Members,
My name is Jacob Schwenk, I am a Huntington Beach resident, a lifeguard at Newport Beach and I have been
bodysurfing at Wedge since 2009. 1 am writing in regards to the proposed blackball changes at Wedge. I feel that
any changes to the current blackball regulations at Wedge that reduce or eliminate blackball hours would not only
be detrimental to the sport of bodysurfing, it would also create safety hazards for all individuals in the water.
35
The current regulations at Wedge offer bodyboards, skimboards, and surfboards the best hours of the day for
wave riding (before the wind picks up creating choppy conditions). It also gives them the end of the day, often the
late afternoons in summer offer great conditions as well after the wind dies down. The current split of time is equal,
contrary to what many of the anti - blackball supporters would lead you to believe. Approximately 7 hours with no
blackball, and 7 hours with blackball. Their argument is that, even while there is no blackball in the water,
bodysurfers are still able to bodysurf. While the statement itself is true, it is not practical. There are very few people
that attempt to bodysurf prior to blackball going up, as it is near impossible to compete for waves with boards of any
kind without cutting them off and risking being hit in the head by their board as board surfers take off from a deeper
(further down) section of the wave. Bodysurfers are completely immersed in the water with only their head exposed
and have to propel themselves through the water, rather than on top of the water and are, therefore, much slower
leaving their heads exposed for contact. The inability to compete in the water with these other forms of wave riding
will essentially cause the demise of the art of bodysurfing and /or create unnecessary safety hazards when
bodysurfers do the only thing they can to catch waves; taking off in front of someone on a board.
Furthermore, there is very little blackball enforcement from May to late June and early September through the end
of October since the Newport Lifeguards generally do not staff the Wedge tower during this time of the year. This
enforcement gap results in bodysurfers sharing the majority of the, technically blackballed, water time with board
surfers who enter the water regardless of blackball. Generally bodysurfers have been able to manage occasions like
this ourselves because the regulation was in place (regardless of it being enforced). Unfortunately, there are still
times during which boards (skimboards, surfboards, and bodyboards) will enter the water and not want to respect
the blackball. During these times, I have been hit by skimboards, as well as surfboards and bodyboards, countless
times, twice resulting in minor lacerations. As a lifeguard myself, I have personally witnessed the horrific injuries that
runaway boards can inflict on bodysurfers. Without blackball the number of serious injuries at The Wedge will
increase, putting unnecessary strain and stress on my fellow Newport Beach Lifeguards and myself while working
The Wedge.
There are plenty of places in Newport and up and down the Orange County coast for the board riders to ride when
the blackball goes up. Locations in Newport like Balboa Pier for the skimboards, 40 -44th Street (and the rest of
Newport), even Cylinders, for the bodyboarders and Upper Jetty's for the surfboards. If you eliminate blackball or
reduce the hours, where are WE as bodysurfers to go? Please take these points into consideration when deciding
what to do in regards to the blackball regulations at Wedge.
Thank you and best regards,
-Jacob Schwenk
36
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Jacob Schwenk <jacobschwenk99 @gmail.com>
Sent:
Tuesday, February 04, 2014 8:42 AM
To:
newpocitycouncil @newportbeachca.gov
Cc:
Blackball; PB &R Commission; Gardner, Nancy; Hill, Rush; curry@pfm.com; Petros, Tony;
Henn, Michael; Selich, Edward; Daigle, Leslie
Subject:
Wedge Blackball policy
Dear Newport Beach City Council Members & Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission Members,
My name is Jacob Schwenk, I am a Huntington Beach resident, a lifeguard at Newport Beach and I have been
bodysurfing at Wedge since 2009. I am writing in regards to the proposed blackball changes at Wedge. I feel
that any changes to the current blackball regulations at Wedge that reduce or eliminate blackball hours would
not only be detrimental to the sport of bodysurfing, it would also create safety hazards for all individuals in the
water.
The current regulations at Wedge offer bodyboards, skimboards, and surfboards the best hours of the day for
wave riding (before the wind picks up creating choppy conditions). It also gives them the end of the day, often
the late afternoons in summer offer great conditions as well after the wind dies down. The current split of time
is equal, contrary to what many of the anti - blackball supporters would lead you to believe. Approximately 7
hours with no blackball, and 7 hours with blackball. Their argument is that, even while there is no blackball in
the water, bodysurfers are still able to bodysurf. While the statement itself is true, it is not practical. There are
very few people that attempt to bodysurf prior to blackball going up, as it is near impossible to compete for
waves with boards of any kind without cutting them off and risking being hit in the head by their board as board
surfers take off from a deeper (further down) section of the wave. Bodysurfers are completely immersed in the
water with only their bead exposed and have to propel themselves through the water, rather than on top of the
water and are, therefore, much slower leaving their beads exposed for contact. The inability to compete in the
water with these other forms of wave riding will essentially cause the demise of the art of bodysurfing and/or
create unnecessary safety hazards when bodysurfers do the only thing they can to catch waves; taking off in
front of someone on a board.
Furthermore, there is very little blackball enforcement from May to late June and early September through the
end of October since the Newport Lifeguards generally do not staff the Wedge tower during this time of the
year. This enforcement gap results in bodysurfers sharing the majority of the, technically blackballed, water
time with board surfers who enter the water regardless of blackball. Generally bodysurfers have been able to
manage occasions like this ourselves because the regulation was in place (regardless of it being enforced).
Unfortunately, there are still times during which boards (skimboards, surfboards, and bodyboards) will enter the
water and not want to respect the blackball. During these times, I have been hit by skimboards, as well as
surfboards and bodyboards, countless times, twice resulting in minor lacerations. As a lifeguard myself, I have
personally witnessed the horrific injuries that runaway boards can inflict on bodysurfers. Without blackball the
number of serious injuries at The Wedge will increase, putting unnecessary strain and stress on my fellow
Newport Beach Lifeguards and myself while working The Wedge.
There are plenty of places in Newport and up and down the Orange County coast for the board riders to ride
when the blackball goes up. Locations in Newport like Balboa Pier for the skimboards, 40 -44th Street (and the
rest of Newport), even Cylinders, for the bodyboarders and Upper Jetty's for the surfboards. If you eliminate
blackball or reduce the hours, where are WE as bodysurfers to go? Please take these points into consideration
when deciding what to do in regards to the blackball regulations at Wedge.
37
Thank you and best regards,
-Jacob Schwenk
38
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Scott Matthews <scottmm @sandiego.edu>
Sent: Monday, February 03, 2014 11:51 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: Wedge Blackball
To whom this may concern,
My name is Scott Matthews and I am a frequent wave rider of the Wedge and a born and raised citizen of Newport Beach
This email is being sent in response to some of the proposed changes to blackball in the "Wedge" area. There is nothing
wrong with the blackball regulations as they currently stand, limiting the use of flotation devices from May 1 - October 31
from the hours of 10am -5pm. The Wedge is a special place in both the location and historical value. Wedge is one of
three main beaches in the US that allow bodysurfing only during parts of the year. In Newport beach alone, their are
currently designated areas specifically for skim boarders and bodyboarders, the primary demographic voting against
blackball at the wedge. During the summer hours both the bodysurfers and board surfers receive equal and fair hours in
the water at Wedge, with the better conditions going to the bodyboarders and surfers who receive those early morning
and late afternoon slots. Bodysurfers cannot surf many of the waves around the world due to the fact we get overrun by
anyone on a board. By limiting our access to bodysurf even farther, you are taking a small step in the wrong direction.
The biggest issue with this is safety. Not only do bodysurfers get overrun by hard boards,the boards create great danger
to all those in the water, which is why even though bodysurfers are allowed to ride during non blackball hours, we do not.
The best solution would be to keep Wedge the same or to extend the blackball regulations there allowing each of the
respective riders their own sanctuary to ride.
Skim - Balboa pier
Bodyboard - 44th street,
Surf - 48th -56th (hopefully)
Bodysurf- Wedge
This will create true equality amongst us all giving equal time and space to each party.
Bodysurfing is growing sport and the Ocean is a big place for board surfers with limited areas for bodysurfers. Please do
not take a step in the wrong direction.
Thank you,
Scott Matthews
39
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Hill, Rush
Sent: Monday, February 03, 2014 9:38 PM
To: Marvin de la Vega; PB &R Commission; Dept - City Council; Blackball
Subject: Re: Newport Wedge Blackball hours
Dear Marvin,
Thank you for your e-mail. The blackball review is certainly is an issue that brings out passions in people.
I appreciate the time you took to share those thoughts with me and will look forward to considering the item at the
point it makes it to the City Council. Any changes to what we do today will have to go through the Parks, Beaches, and
Recreation Commission first. The issue is scheduled for this Commission on February 4, 2014.
You can follow that process here - htti):// www .newportbeachca.gov /index.aspx ?page =2302. You can also e-
mail blackball @newportbeachca.gov to be kept notified of meetings and reports.
Thank you again for contacting me.
Best wishes,
Rush
Rush N. Hill, II
Mayor
City of Newport Beach
100 Civic Center Drive
Newport Beach, CA 92660
949.644.3004
RHill(cDNewportBeachCA.gov
From: Marvin de la Vega <marvindelavega @cox.net>
Date: Monday, February 3, 2014 at 7:59 PM
To: PB &R Commission <PBRCommission newportbeachca.gov >, City Council < CityCouncil @newportbeachca.gov >,
Blackball < blackball newportbeachca.gov>
Subject: Newport Wedge Blackball hours
To whom it may concern:
Please accept this letter requesting consideration to leave current blackball hours as they are for the following
reasons:
1. Safety. Due to the limited space of incoming waves, sharing of waves with any fast moving flotation device (body
board or surfboard) poses a great hazard to bodysurfers. Collisions will definitely result in injury, most likely to the
bodysurfer that is not as capable of maneuvering as easily as a surfer on a board. Should a board surfer be
separated from their board after ending their ride by choice (or not, at the hands of an already dangerous wave), the
loose board is a missile hazard even if properly tethered to its owner by a leash.
40
2. Liability. Injuries due to collision or altercation between opposing surfers will potentially come at great cost in this
litigious society we live in. I believe it is not necessary to expound on this point. Avoidance of injury and lawsuits is
the best solution here. Exposing more hours to a potential clash of wave riding equipment and their owners with
bodysurfers increases the odds of bad situations; surfers will do what surfers do.
3. Additional neighborhood traffic. The residents of the Peninsula might possibly be tolerant of having a world
famous beach break in their back yard except during times of a large ocean swell emanating from the southern
hemisphere, predominately occurring in the summer months. The summer is already a draw in itself to the area.
With several hundred onlookers (if not thousands), news media and dozens of surfers alike crowding the
neighborhood infrastructure, traffic, trash and unwanted noise will result in affecting a resident's right to quiet
enjoyment of their property whether owned or leased.
4. Blackball hours do not put board surfers at a disadvantage when it comes to wave time at the Wedge. Surf-able
swells do arrive at this spot before May and after October; surfing year round is quite possible. In between the dates
of enforced blackball, there are many hours of time before 10 AM and after 5 PM for board surfers to surf, especially
during the longer days of summer where daylight is available at 5:30 AM and as late as 8:30 PM. One would only
need to consult with meteorological charts for sunrise /sunset hours to confirm this.
5. While there is only one Wedge there are a dozen (if not more) world class breaks on the shores of Newport
Beach alone. Ask any surfer and they will name all of these spots for you. There are more spots in neighboring
Huntington Beach, Seal Beach and even more in south Orange County. None of those spots has the history and
heritage as a well known wave best suited for bodysurfing as the Wedge.
I have frequented this spot since 1985 as a body surfer. I am also an avid and competent stand up board surfer. My
board surfing is always at spots other than the Wedge for reasons based on safety and enjoyment, mine as well as
others'. Please consider keeping the established hours of Blackball enforcement as they are.
Respectfully,
Marvin J. de la Vega
Marvin de la Vega, USN Retired
Broker Associate - Trident Realty Group
CA BRIE License #01389520
(619) 892 -1874 mobile
(619) 721 -3321 office
(619) 789 -4546 fax
Marvin's bloq
"About Marvin"
Trident Realty Group
"At your service..."
41
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Hill, Rush
Sent: Monday, February 03, 2014 9:34 PM
To: Hal Handley; PB &R Commission; Dept - City Council; Blackball; kevin thoman
Subject: Re: Wedge Use Restrictions
Dear Hal,
Thank you for your e-mail. The blackball review is certainly is an issue that brings out passions in people.
I appreciate the time you took to share those thoughts with me and will look forward to considering the item at the
point it makes it to the City Council. Any changes to what we do today will have to go through the Parks, Beaches, and
Recreation Commission first. The issue is scheduled for this Commission on February 4, 2014.
You can follow that process here - http:// www .newportbeachca.gov /index.aspx ?page =2302. You can also e-
mail blackball @newportbeachca.gov to be kept notified of meetings and reports.
Thank you again for contacting me.
Best wishes,
Rush
Rush N. Hill, II
Mayor
City of Newport Beach
100 Civic Center Drive
Newport Beach, CA 92660
949.644.3004
RHill(d,)Newi)ortBeachCA.aov
From: Hal Handley <drbodvsrfr @Vahoo.com>
Reply -To: Hal Handley <drbodvsrfr @Vahoo.com>
Date: Monday, February 3, 2014 at 5:08 PM
To: PB &R Commission < PBRCommission @newportbeachca.gov>, City Council < CityCouncil @newportbeachca.gov >,
Blackball <blackball @newportbeachca.gov >, kevin thoman <kevin.thoman@cox.net>
Subject: Wedge Use Restrictions
Dear Council /commission members,
Confidence.
This single most valuable human characteristic correlates directly with success.
Bodysurfing the Wedge taught me confidence, commitment, fortitude, the value of practice,
training and perseverance. So? Is this important?
42
Absolutely! For myself, these were life's lessons. Maintain the Blackball hours at wedge. Your
benefits may be subtle but great, for example...
In 1969, the Wedge forged in me these characteristics to my core and for the rest of my life.
After many years of practice, I succeeded in bodysurfing large waves at the Wedge. Back
then, the Wedge was a "Mecca" for bodysurfers. Even today, it remains as the ultimate
symbol for "the best of the best ". The fame of the Wedge originated with bodysurfers, the
style by which it was ridden was defined by bodysurfers, the reverence for the wave initiated
by bodysurfers. The wedge is world - renowned not just for forging waves but for forging
men
The lessons I learned in those years, provided me with a strength of character that produced
even greater successes later in my life. After leaving the Wedge, I began to study the causes of
cancer and autoimmune diseases, first as a student, then as a doctor in San Diego. The same
confidence, training, practice, and perseverance learned at Wedge, lead me to numerous
successes in the development of novel biotechnology (human monoclonal antibodies),
diagnostics, patents and eventually senior management positions in medical device
companies. Our greatest success is one which has already saved the lives of tens of thousands
of humans suffering from breast cancer and alleviated the pain and suffering of thousands more
who endure the difficulties of arthritis, psoriasis and other autoimmune diseases. As a
founding scientist for this small company which grew to the huge biotechnology success
known as Biogen -Ides (BIIB); these successes today are called Herceptin, Enbrel, Humira,
Tysabri, et al. Your Hoag Cancer Center Director, Dr. Robert Dillman, was a colleague of mine
in these endeavors.
Today's regular bodysurfers at the wedge are all lifesavers as well. Any substantially dangerous
day at the wedge (too often) requires swimmers in the water as first responders. I have had
several occasions at Wedge in which my intervention with a panicked swimmer preceded or
even negated a lifeguard rescue. I am a small member of what Newport should consider its
numerous "back -up" lifeguards within the bodysurfing community. It is a bodysurfing routine
to watch for the safety of those around you and although not unique to bodysurfers alone,
bodysurfers are the quickest and most able to respond in emergencies. However, bodysurfers
cannot enjoy bodysurfing with inexperienced swimmers or other persons using any flotation
devices. These obstacles are far more dangerous to bodysurfers than is the wave!!!
I am now retired and still bodysurfing, although only occasionally at the Wedge. At 64 years
old, my better years are behind me, but it pains me to think that Newport Beach would restrict
its bodysurfers their access to use of their most important training ground in life.
Please do not diminish the use of the no flotation devices Blackball.
Thank you,
43
Harold H. Handley, Jr. Ph.D.
44
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Brian Roller <brianroller1503 @gmail.com>
Sent:
Monday, February 03, 2014 8:41 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Blackball
I am a current resident of Costa Mesa, Ca and am sending this email in regards to the current blackball situation
at The Wedge in particular. I feel that shortening its current hours to the proposed hours would be a benificial
change to a majority of those that visit The Wedge. This benifit would be a welcome change to many of us that
enjoy riding waves there. Thank you for your time. Sincerly, Brian Roller 949 - 630 -6721
45
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Marvin de la Vega <marvindelavega @cox.net>
Sent: Monday, February 03, 2014 7:59 PM
To: PB &R Commission; Dept - City Council; Blackball
Subject: Newport Wedge Blackball hours
To whom it may concern:
Please accept this letter requesting consideration to leave current blackball hours as they are for the following
reasons:
1. Safety. Due to the limited space of incoming waves, sharing of waves with any fast moving flotation device
(body board or surfboard) poses a great hazard to bodysurfers. Collisions will definitely result in injury, most
likely to the bodysurfer that is not as capable of maneuvering as easily as a surfer on a board. Should a board
surfer be separated from their board after ending their ride by choice (or not, at the hands of an already
dangerous wave), the loose board is a missile hazard even if properly tethered to its owner by a leash.
2. Liability. Injuries due to collision or altercation between opposing surfers will potentially come at great cost
in this litigious society we live in. I believe it is not necessary to expound on this point. Avoidance of injury and
lawsuits is the best solution here. Exposing more hours to a potential clash of wave riding equipment and their
owners with bodysurfers increases the odds of bad situations; surfers will do what surfers do.
3. Additional neighborhood traffic. The residents of the Peninsula might possibly be tolerant of having a world
famous beach break in their back yard except during times of a large ocean swell emanating from the southern
hemisphere, predominately occurring in the summer months. The summer is already a draw in itself to the area.
With several hundred onlookers (if not thousands), news media and dozens of surfers alike crowding the
neighborhood infrastructure, traffic, trash and unwanted noise will result in affecting a resident's right to quiet
enjoyment of their property whether owned or leased.
4. Blackball hours do not put board surfers at a disadvantage when it comes to wave time at the Wedge. Surf -
able swells do arrive at this spot before May and after October; surfing year round is quite possible. In between
the dates of enforced blackball, there are many hours of time before 10 AM and after 5 PM for board surfers to
surf, especially during the longer days of summer where daylight is available at 5:30 AM and as late as 8:30
PM. One would only need to consult with meteorological charts for sunrise /sunset hours to confirm this.
5. While there is only one Wedge there are a dozen (if not more) world class breaks on the shores of Newport
Beach alone. Ask any surfer and they will name all of these spots for you. There are more spots in neighboring
Huntington Beach, Seal Beach and even more in south Orange County. None of those spots has the history and
heritage as a well known wave best suited for bodysurfing as the Wedge.
I have frequented this spot since 1985 as a body surfer. I am also an avid and competent stand up board surfer.
My board surfing is always at spots other than the Wedge for reasons based on safety and enjoyment, mine as
well as others'. Please consider keeping the established hours of Blackball enforcement as they are.
Respectfully,
Marvin J. de la Vega
46
Marvin de la Vega, USN Retired
Broker Associate - Trident Realty Group
CA BRE License #01389520
(619) 892 -1874 mobile
(619) 721 -3321 office
(619) 789 -4546 fax
Marvin's bloq
"About Marvin"
Trident Realty Group
"At your service..."
47
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: JT Nickelson <jtnickelson @yahoo.com>
Sent: Monday, February 03, 2014 7:11 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: Keep blackball in place @The Wedge
I'm a Wedge Crew member and my take has always been:
June 1 to September 30th (because school starts beginning to mid Sept)
10am to 4pm All summer hours.
That is the furthest we should fairly compromise.
Taking away the 10am lets boards ride in the best conditions, always. A bodysurfer cannot get rides during non - blackball
hours as all boards can take off 5 yards further out. More importantly, it gets VERY crowded with bodysurfers and if you
add boards it's very dangerous.
The problem isn't including everyone to surf the place, it's about not letting a group surf it (bodysurfing). A bodysurfer
cannot surf the morning glass at Wedge, and now they cannot even surf it until it's blown out.
Why is 40th street 100% bodyboarding? 100 % ?!
I surfed and bodysurfed Wedge for 27 years, I love it for both. We need to start listening to the local opinion, of those who
actually ride the place, not profit from it. You will effectively kill a recent resurgence of bodysurfing. The place is
PACKED with bodysurfers in the Summer, please keep it that way.
Best of luck,
JT Nickelson
Resident of Newport Beach for 18 years, recent resident of Irvine (3)
48
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Sebastian Louda < sebastian @california- sunriders.com>
Sent: Monday, February 03, 2014 5:30 PM
To: Selich, Edward; Daigle, Leslie; Gardner, Nancy; Hill, Rush; curry@pfm.com; Petros, Tony;
Henn, Michael; Dept - City Council; Blackball; PB &R Commission
Subject: Blackball at The Wedge
Dear Newport Beach City Council Members & Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission Members,
Hello, my name is Sebastian Louda, I am a Huntington Beach resident, a California State Lifeguard at
Huntington State Beach and I have been bodysurfing at Wedge since 2010. 1 am writing in regards to the
proposed blackball changes at Wedge. I feel that any changes to the current blackball regulations at Wedge that
reduce or eliminate blackball hours would not only be detrimental to the sport of bodysurfing, it would also
create safety hazards for all individuals in the water.
The current regulations at Wedge offer bodyboards, skimboards, and surfboards the best hours of the day for
wave riding (before the wind picks up creating choppy conditions). It also gives them the end of the day, often
the late afternoons in summer offer great conditions as well after the wind dies down. The current split of time
is equal, contrary to what many of the anti - blackball supporters would lead you to believe. Approximately 7
hours with no blackball, and 7 hours with blackball. Their argument is that, even while there is no blackball in
the water, bodysurfers are still able to bodysurf. While the statement itself is true, it is not practical. There are
very few people that attempt to bodysurf prior to blackball going up, as it is near impossible to compete for
waves with boards of any kind without cutting them off and risking being hit in the head by their board as board
surfers take off from a deeper (further down) section of the wave. Bodysurfers are completely immersed in the
water with only their head exposed and have to propel themselves through the water, rather than on top of the
water and are, therefore, much slower leaving their heads exposed for contact. The inability to compete in the
water with these other forms of wave riding will essentially cause the demise of the art of bodysurfing and /or
create unnecessary safety hazards when bodysurfers do the only thing they can to catch waves; taking off in
front of someone on aboard.
Furthermore, there is very little blackball enforcement from May to late June and early September through the
end of October since the Newport Lifeguards generally do not staff the Wedge tower during this time of the
year. This enforcement gap results in bodysurfers sharing the majority of the, technically blackballed, water
time with board surfers who enter the water regardless of blackball. Generally bodysurfers have been able to
manage occasions like this ourselves because the regulation was in place (regardless of it being enforced).
Unfortunately, there are still times during which boards (skimboards, surfboards, and bodyboards) will enter the
water and not want to respect the blackball. During these times, I have been hit by skimboards, as well as
surfboards and bodyboards, countless times, twice resulting in minor head injuries. As a lifeguard myself, I
have personally witnessed the horrific injuries that runaway boards can inflict on bodysurfers. Without
blackball the number of serious injuries at The Wedge will increase, putting unnecessary strain and stress on the
Newport Beach Lifeguards working The Wedge.
There arc plenty of places in Newport and up and down the Orange County coast for the board riders to ride
49
when the blackball goes up. Locations in Newport like Balboa Pier for the skimboards, 40 -44th Street (and the
rest of Newport), even Cylinders, for the bodyboarders and Upper Jetty's for the surfboards. If you eliminate
blackball or reduce the hours, where are WE as bodysurfers to go? Please take these points into consideration
when deciding what to do in regards to the blackball regulations at Wedge.
Thank you and best regards,
Sebastian Louda
50
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Hal Handley <drbodysrfr @yahoo.com>
Sent: Monday, February 03, 2014 5:08 PM
To: PB &R Commission; Dept - City Council; Blackball; kevin thoman
Subject: Wedge Use Restrictions
Dear Council /commission members,
Confidence.
This single most valuable human characteristic correlates directly with success.
Bodysurfing the Wedge taught me confidence, commitment, fortitude, the value of practice,
training and perseverance. So? Is this important?
Absolutely! For myself, these were life's lessons. Maintain the Blackball hours at wedge. Your
benefits may be subtle but great, for example...
In 1969, the Wedge forged in me these characteristics to my core and for the rest of my life.
After many years of practice, I succeeded in bodysurfing large waves at the Wedge. Back
then, the Wedge was a "Mecca" for bodysurfers. Even today, it remains as the ultimate
symbol for "the best of the best ". The fame of the Wedge originated with bodysurfers, the
style by which it was ridden was defined by bodysurfers, the reverence for the wave initiated
by bodysurfers. The wedge is world- renowned not just for forging waves but for forging
men
The lessons l learned in those years, provided me with a strength of character that produced
even greater successes later in my life. After leaving the Wedge, I began to study the causes of
cancer and autoimmune diseases, first as a student, then as a doctor in San Diego. The same
confidence, training, practice, and perseverance learned at Wedge, lead me to numerous
successes in the development of novel biotechnology (human monoclonal antibodies),
diagnostics, patents and eventually senior management positions in medical device
companies. Our greatest success is one which has already saved the lives of tens of thousands
of humans suffering from breast cancer and alleviated the pain and suffering of thousands more
who endure the difficulties of arthritis, psoriasis and other autoimmune diseases. As a
founding scientist for this small company which grew to the huge biotechnology success
known as Biogen -Idec (BIIB); these successes today are called Herceptin, Enbrel, Humira,
Tysabri, et al. Your Hoag Cancer Center Director, Dr. Robert Dillman, was a colleague of mine
in these endeavors.
Today's regular bodysurfers at the wedge are all lifesavers as well. Any substantially dangerous
day at the wedge (too often) requires swimmers in the water as first responders. I have had
several occasions at Wedge in which my intervention with a panicked swimmer preceded or
51
even negated a lifeguard rescue. I am a small member of what Newport should consider its
numerous "back -up" lifeguards within the bodysurfing community. It is a bodysurfing routine
to watch for the safety of those around you and although not unique to bodysurfers alone,
bodysurfers are the quickest and most able to respond in emergencies. However, bodysurfers
cannot enjoy bodysurfing with inexperienced swimmers or other persons using any flotation
devices. These obstacles are far more dangerous to bodysurfers than is the wave!!!
I am now retired and still bodysurfing, although only occasionally at the Wedge. At 64 years
old, my better years are behind me, but it pains me to think that Newport Beach would restrict
its bodysurfers their access to use of their most important training ground in life.
Please do not diminish the use of the no flotation devices Blackball.
Thank you,
Harold H. Handley, Jr. Ph.D.
52
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Hill, Rush
Sent: Monday, February 03, 2014 3:24 PM
To: Phil Castillo; PB &R Commission; Henn, Michael; Petros, Tony; curry@pfm.com; Gardner,
Nancy; Daigle, Leslie; Selich, Edward; Blackball
Subject: Re: Changing the wedge blackball ordinance risk and critical considerations from a
peninsula resident.
Hi Phil,
Thank you for your e -mail. The blackball review is certainly is an issue that brings out passions in people.
I appreciate the time you took to share those thoughts with me and will look forward to considering the item at the
point it makes it to the City Council. Any changes to what we do today will have to go through the Parks, Beaches, and
Recreation Commission first. The issue is scheduled for this Commission on February 4, 2014.
You can follow that process here - htto:// www .newportbeachca.gov /index.aspx ?page =2302. You can also e-
mail blackball @newportbeachca.gov to be kept notified of meetings and reports.
Thank you again for contacting me.
Best wishes,
Rush
Rush N. Hill, II
Mayor
City of Newport Beach
100 Civic Center Drive
Newport Beach, CA 92660
949.644.3004
RH ill[cDNewportBeachCA.gov
From: Phil Castillo <philcastillo @vmail.com>
Reply -To: Phil Castillo <philcastillo @ymail.com>
Date: Monday, February 3, 2014 at 2:53 PM
To: PB &R Commission < PBRCommission @newportbeachca.gov >, Michael Henn <mhenn @newportbeachca.gov >, Tony
Petros <tpetros @newportbeachca.gov >, "curry @pfm.com" <curry @pfm.com >, Rush Hill <rhill @newportbeachca.gov >,
Nancy Gardner <ngardner @newportbeachca.gov >, Leslie Daigle <leslieidaigle @aol.com >, Ed Selich
<edselich @road run ner.com >, Blackball <blackball@newportbeachca.gov>
Subject: Changing the wedge blackball ordinance risk and critical considerations from a peninsula resident.
City Officials ,
I currently live at 318 Lindo on the peninsula and presented to this council at the original hearing years ago where the
current surfing and flotation device ordinances pertaining to the Wedge were created. At the time that council wanted to
preserve the history and reputation of the location known worldwide as one of the most dynamic body surfing waves in the
world. That council wanted to protect the minority /body surfers from a growing body- boarding trend and preserve
something very unique and a draw for the City. Nothing has changed but the increased popularity and commercialization
53
of body- boarding and other board sports. This has become a big business and that is coming to bear on this council's
decisions in the form of petitions, and email campaigns driven by commercial interests who stand to gain from an increase
in commercialization of the wedge.
If the committee responsible for looking at this law measures the responses to this and weighs them as an influencer it is
important to look at the picture more competently. The numbers I saw at one point showed that the responses wanting
the removal of black ball at the wedge were well over 200% more than the respondents wanting things to remain as is. It
would be common sense and my experience that the increase in crowds, photographers, riders would increase in similar
ratios to the respondents.
The committee is tasked with looking at fiscal impact and did not foresee any as well as the "CEQA" considerations
environmental impact. The committee in their report state that a change to the blackball at the wedge would be exempt
from submission to CEQA , "because it has no potential for resulting in physical change to the environment, directly or
indirectly" I don't believe the committee takes into account the increase of 100 to 200% in traffic and crowds converging
on the Wedge and Peninsula Point area with a change to the law. There are no facilities in that area and that alone with a
moderate increase in traffic has a direct and at a minimum indirect impact on the environment. I also believe with an
increase in riders there would be an in kind need to fund an increase in emergency response to the wedge.
I would ask that the council and committee not bow to commercial lobbyist to push through a change to the Wedge
ordinance and cut corners by not taking full inventory of the fiscal and environmental impact to the immediate area and
residents. What does the City have to gain by making this change? How is the city preserving the quality of life and
reputation by changing the Wedge blackball to allow a surge in crowds and thrill seeking media?
Please leave the ordinance as is until the full environmental and fiscal issues are dealt with in a
holistic manner and not simply dismissed. If this committee does not do the appropriate EIR and a
complete study I see risk for the city similar to what transpired in CEQA related case: Ross v. California
Coastal Commission (2011) 198 Cal.App.4th 1573 , where an EIR was not completed and the Commission was
liable. In the section labeled § 21001. ADDITIONAL LEGISLATIVE INTENT in the CEQA guidelines for 2012 1 read the
following and believe the committee and city council needs to take into consideration:
The Legislature further finds and declares that it is the policy of the state to:
1 . (a) Develop and maintain a high -qua] ity environment now and in the future, and take all action necessary to protect, rehabilitate, and
enhance the environmental quality of the state.
2. (b) Take all action necessary to provide the people of this state with clean air and water, enjoyment of aesthetic, natural, scenic, and historic
environmental qualities, and freedom from excessive noise.
3. (c) Prevent the elimination of fish or wildlife species due to man ?s activities, insure that fish and wildlife populations do not drop below
self - perpetuating levels, and preserve for future generations representations of all plant and animal communities and examples of the major
periods of California history.
4. (d) Ensure that the long -term protection of the environment, consistent with the provision of a decent home and suitable living environment
for every Californian, shall be the guiding criterion in public decisions.
b. (e) Create and maintain conditions under which man and nature can exist in productive harmony to fulfill the social and economic
requirements of present and future generations.
6. (fl Require governmental agencies at all levels to develop standards and procedures necessary to protect environmental quality.
7. (g) Require governmental agencies at all levels to consider qualitative factors as well as economic and technical factors and long -tern
benefits and costs, in addition to short-term benefits and costs and to consider alternatives to proposed actions affecting the environment.
The current law as it stands is no risk to the city and promotes a great city tradition. A change opens the door to potential
increased litigation, traffic, crowds, cost that need to be fully understood before action.
Phillip Castillo
P.S. I copied Nancy Gardner based on receiving a "Hero" award from her and the council after saving a couple young
men in 2012, 1 hope your well Nancy and was honored by your recognition. I also copied the blackball email address
given, i had sent emails previously but they bounced back as undeliverable for some reason.
54
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Phil Castillo <philcastillo @ymail.com>
Sent: Monday, February 03, 2014 2:54 PM
To: PB &R Commission; Henn, Michael; Petros, Tony; curry@pfm.com; Hill, Rush; Gardner,
Nancy; Daigle, Leslie; Selich, Edward; Blackball
Subject: Changing the wedge blackball ordinance risk and critical considerations from a
peninsula resident.
City Officials ,
I currently live at 318 Lindo on the peninsula and presented to this council at the original hearing years ago where the
current surfing and flotation device ordinances pertaining to the Wedge were created. At the time that council wanted to
preserve the history and reputation of the location known worldwide as one of the most dynamic body surfing waves in the
world. That council wanted to protect the minority /body surfers from a growing body- boarding trend and preserve
something very unique and a draw for the City. Nothing has changed but the increased popularity and commercialization
of body- boarding and other board sports. This has become a big business and that is coming to bear on this council's
decisions in the form of petitions, and email campaigns driven by commercial interests who stand to gain from an increase
in commercialization of the wedge.
If the committee responsible for looking at this law measures the responses to this and weighs them as an influencer it is
important to look at the picture more competently. The numbers I saw at one point showed that the responses wanting
the removal of black ball at the wedge were well over 200% more than the respondents wanting things to remain as is. It
would be common sense and my experience that the increase in crowds, photographers, riders would increase in similar
ratios to the respondents.
The committee is tasked with looking at fiscal impact and did not foresee any as well as the "CEQA" considerations
environmental impact. The committee in their report state that a change to the blackball at the wedge would be exempt
from submission to CEQA , "because it has no potential for resulting in physical change to the environment, directly or
indirectly" I don't believe the committee takes into account the increase of 100 to 200% in traffic and crowds converging
on the Wedge and Peninsula Point area with a change to the law. There are no facilities in that area and that alone with a
moderate increase in traffic has a direct and at a minimum indirect impact on the environment. I also believe with an
increase in riders there would be an in kind need to fund an increase in emergency response to the wedge.
I would ask that the council and committee not bow to commercial lobbyist to push through a change to the Wedge
ordinance and cut corners by not taking full inventory of the fiscal and environmental impact to the immediate area and
residents. What does the City have to gain by making this change? How is the city preserving the quality of life and
reputation by changing the Wedge blackball to allow a surge in crowds and thrill seeking media?
Please leave the ordinance as is until the full environmental and fiscal issues are dealt with in a
holistic manner and not simply dismissed. If this committee does not do the appropriate EIR and a
complete study I see risk for the city similar to what transpired in CEQA related case: Ross v. California
Coastal Commission (2011) 198 Ca1.App.4th 1573 , where an EIR was not completed and the Commission was
liable. In the section labeled § 21001. ADDITIONAL LEGISLATIVE INTENT in the CEQA guidelines for
2012 I read the following and believe the committee and city council needs to take into consideration:
The Legislature further finds and declares that it is the policy of the state to:
1 . (a) Develop and maintain a high - quality environment now and in the future, and take all action necessary to protect, rehabilitate, and
enhance the environmental quality of the state.
2. (b) 'Fake all action necessary to provide the people of this state with clean air and water, enjoyment of aesthetic, natural, scenic, and historic
environmental qualities, and freedom from excessive noise.
3. (c) Prevent the elimination of fish or wildlife species due to man "s activities, insure that fish and wildlife populations do not drop below
self - perpetuating levels, and preserve for future generations representations of all plant and animal communities and examples of the major
periods of California history.
55
4. (d) Ensure that the long -term protection of the environment, consistent with the provision of a decent home and suitable living environment
for every Californian, shall be the guiding criterion in public decisions.
5. (e) Create and maintain conditions under which man and nature can exist in productive harmony to fulfill the social and economic
requirements of present and future generations.
6. (fl Require governmental agencies at all levels to develop standards and procedures necessary to protect environmental quality.
%. (g) Require governmental agencies at all levels to consider qualitative factors as well as economic and technical factors and long -term
benefits and costs, in addition to short -term benefits and costs and to consider alternatives to proposed actions affecting the environment.
The current law as it stands is no risk to the city and promotes a great city tradition. A change opens the door to potential
increased litigation, traffic, crowds, cost that need to be fully understood before action.
Phillip Castillo
P.S. I copied Nancy Gardner based on receiving a "Herd' award from her and the council after saving a couple young
men in 2012, 1 hope your well Nancy and was honored by your recognition. I also copied the blackball email address
given, i had sent emails previously but they bounced back as undeliverable for some reason.
56
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: mel <kevin.thoman @cox.net>
Sent: Monday, February 03, 2014 2:20 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: WEDGE BLACKBALL
Attachments: MELZ WEDGE SIGN.jpg
I'm an original architect of the Blackball Ordinance implemented in 1993.
This needs to stay in place for the good of the City of Newport Beach ... the residence of the Balboa Peninsula and the
safety of bodysurfers Worldwide who come to ride at Greatest Bodysurfing Beach on Earth.
There are many great surf ing,skimming and bodyboarding breaks up and down the California coast but there is only 1
area,The Wedge,where bodysurfers can go and ride a high performance wave so well suited for the sport.
In all honesty,the City should simply create a full -time bodysurfing sanctuary and be done with worries about litigation
from injuries that boards will cause from injuries to bodies.
The Blackball has worked well at The Wedge for over 20 years now and I see no valid reasons to change it now...or ever.
Unless that change is for a year round permanent Blackball at The Wedge.
Thanks for your time.
Sincerely, Kevin "Mel "Thoman
The Wedge Preservation Society
57
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
William W. Viergever <william @viergever.net>
Sent:
Wednesday, January 29, 2014 5:50 PM
To:
Ron Romanosky; Dept - City Council
Cc:
Blackball; Gardner, Nancy; Williams, Rob
Subject:
RE: proposed Wedge Blackball revisions ( ?)
Dear Council Members, Nancy Gardner and Rob Williams
although now living in Sacramento, i grew up in Newport (Lincoln Jr. High, CdMHS class of'72, OCC ... then UCSB) where
i played water polo, YEP'd, and bodysurfed (mainly Wedge and some of the groins) and rode surf mats (Big Corona, San
Onofre, etc.) ... and for the last few years, have been renting, in late August, at 814 W. Oceanfront (just down from Al
Irwin's house, who, along w/ Newland, i know from the old days)
i totally concur w/ Ron's observations ... in particular, that the Wedge is a natural bodysurfing break, vis -a -vis, most
other SoCaI spots *and* that anyplace where a bodysurfer tries to surf and surfboards and /or body boards are also
present ... one might as well pack it in ... you will get zero /zip /nunca /nada waves ... well, maybe one or two if you can
catch the surfers and body boarders off guard
but I'd like to also emphasize that this is also due to the inherent danger in mixing bodysurfers w/ fast moving projectiles
like surf boards and body boards ... it's quite intimidating to take off on a wave only to almost get run over by a surf
board (i'd be happy to show you the big scar on my back)
as Ron also mentioned, given the fact that there is NO blackball for so many months as it is, i find it extremely
incongruous on the part of those that are pushing for the elimination and /or modification of the blackball
they get way more months as it is, let alone the early mornings w/ glass, and late afternoons /early evenings of the same
next thing you know ... these folks will want to throw contests w/ attendant crowds that would make ... dare i say it ...
Dennis Rodman ... blush
beware the camel's nose
respectfully yours
Bill Viergever
p.s. both my two grandsons were born at Hoag — it'd sure be nice to know that the Wedge of my days will still be there
for them
again — thanks for your time in reading this e-mail
William W. Viergever
Viergever & Associates
Health Data Analysis / Systems Design & Development
2920 Arden Way Suite N
Sacramento, CA 95825
william @viergever.net
www.viergever.net
(916) 483 -8398
From: Ron Romanosky [mailto:rromanosky @ca.rr.com]
Sent: Wednesday, January 29, 2014 5:12 PM
To: citycouncil @newportbeachca.gov
Cc: Blackball @newportbeachca.gov; Nancy Gardner; Rob Williams
Subject: proposed Wedge Blackball revisions ( ?)
Dear Council Members, Nancy Gardner and Rob Williams,
I recently heard that the Newport Beach Lifeguard Department has proposed both cutting and
limiting bodysurfing hours at Wedge to only the summer months along with opening up adjacent
Cylinders to all day board riding. I sincerely hope this is a rumor. If it is not, shouldn't Newport
Beach perhaps weigh -in on what many see as its responsibility to maintaining some of its
history? Wedge bodysurfing is a unique part of that history. Wedge is the one break synonymous
the world -over with bodysurfing. Preserving time here for bodysurfing is vital not only for its
continuation but for its ongoing evolvement and refinement.
Board riders have the choice of many spots on the California coast to ride on any given day, spring
through winter. Wedge bodysurfers do not have such a choice — they and the Wedge need the
south swells of spring through fall. When bodysurfers, no matter how good they maybe, do
swim out at other spots the result is the same: they cannot compete with board riders of any
ability, as board riders catch waves before any bodysurfer can. It should be noted that the waves
of many of these spots are not suited for bodysurfing, as they don't have the "push" or shape that
is required for the bodysurfer to make the wave. The one place which does have the "push" and
shape necessary for bodysurfing is the Wedge.
Presently the state of California, for the reasons stated in the preceding paragraph, has one break
designated bodysurfing only ('Boomers' in La Jolla) and it really isn't that choice a wave until the
winter swells hit. Shouldn't Newport Beach take notice of La Jolla's example and, at the very
minimum, maintain the current Wedge Blackball ordinance? For a fact, board riders have the
Wedge for 9 straight months. NBLG Department records will show that the Wedge lifeguard
tower is manned - and the Blackball enforced, from approximately June 15 through perhaps
September 10. Rarely is this observed before or after those dates.
Regarding Cylinders: many long -time Wedge people believe that removing Wedge's adjacent
break from the Blackball will result in many injuries, as many board riders who would have gone
elsewhere after 10 (or 11 am) will be tempted to stay. They will injure themselves taking brutally -
mutant, shallow- breaking waves better left alone.
In closing bodysurfers ask of Newport Beach only what they see as fair and reasonable, and
perhaps for a nod of acknowledgement for their pioneering and tenure at what had been their
59
place, before the No Blackball consortium "discovered" Wedge and began their moneyed and
social media campaigns to push bodysurfers out.
Thank you for your consideration.
Ron Romanosky
(949) 466 3522
60
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Ron Romanosky <romanosky @ca.rr.com>
Sent: Wednesday, January 29, 2014 5:12 PM
To: Dept - City Council
Cc: Blackball; Gardner, Nancy; Williams, Rob
Subject: proposed Wedge Blackball revisions ( ?)
Dear Council Members, Nancy Gardner and Rob Williams,
I recently heard that the Newport Beach Lifeguard Department has proposed both cutting and
limiting bodysurfing hours at Wedge to only the summer months along with opening up adjacent
Cylinders to all day board riding. I sincerely hope this is a rumor. If it is not, shouldn't Newport
Beach perhaps weigh -in on what many see as its responsibility to maintaining some of its
history? Wedge bodysurfing is a unique part of that history. Wedge is the one break synonymous
the world -over with bodysurfing. Preserving time here for bodysurfing is vital not only for its
continuation but for its ongoing evolvement and refinement.
Board riders have the choice of many spots on the California coast to ride on any given day, spring
through winter. Wedge bodysurfers do not have such a choice — they and the Wedge need the
south swells of spring through fall. When bodysurfers, no matter how good they maybe, do
swim out at other spots the result is the same: they cannot compete with board riders of any
ability, as board riders catch waves before any bodysurfer can. It should be noted that the waves
of many of these spots are not suited for bodysurfing, as they don't have the "push" or shape that
is required for the bodysurfer to make the wave. The one place which does have the "push" and
shape necessary for bodysurfing is the Wedge.
Presently the state of California, for the reasons stated in the preceding paragraph, has one break
designated bodysurfing only ('Boomers' in La Jolla) and it really isn't that choice a wave until the
winter swells hit. Shouldn't Newport Beach take notice of La Jolla's example and, at the very
minimum, maintain the current Wedge Blackball ordinance? For a fact, board riders have the
Wedge for 9 straight months. NBLG Department records will show that the Wedge lifeguard
tower is manned - and the Blackball enforced, from approximately June 15 through perhaps
September 10. Rarely is this observed before or after those dates.
Regarding Cylinders: many long -time Wedge people believe that removing Wedge's adjacent
break from the Blackball will result in many injuries, as many board riders who would have gone
elsewhere after 10 (or 11 am) will be tempted to stay. They will injure themselves taking brutally -
mutant, shallow- breaking waves better left alone.
In closing bodysurfers ask of Newport Beach only what they see as fair and reasonable, and
perhaps for a nod of acknowledgement for their pioneering and tenure at what had been their
61
place, before the No Blackball consortium "discovered" Wedge and began their moneyed and
social media campaigns to push bodysurfers out.
Thank you for your consideration.
Ron Romanosky
(949) 466 3522
62
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: chad stickney <handcraftedvideowaterhousings @hotmail.com>
Sent: Wednesday, January 08, 2014 5:54 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: blackball wedge please give the surfers & bodyboarders more time this is unfair.
Please help us have more time to enjoy the wedge. I think it's unfair for the bodysurfers to have this much
time. I walk up on days where the blackball is up and no one is using the waves. I think it is unfair when I have
to show up before LOAM and after 5PM. There's 10 times the amount of people on skim boards, surf boards,
& bodyboards so please help us gain some more time for use. Thanks for your time.
Chad Stickney
63
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Matthew Babbitt <mmbabbitt @gmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, December 26, 2013 2:36 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: Blackball in Newport Beach
To Whom it May Concern,
The lifeguards of Newport Beach should have more flexibility on when Blackball should be enforced and more
access needs to be granted to surfers during the busy summer months.
Surfers are the protectors of the beach and we should not be excluded from the surf during the summer
months. We are the community that picks up the trash left behind by the other visitors and we are providing
safety in the water if some needs assistance from being caught by a rip current and swept out to sea.
Keep the beach available to your most loyal customers, the surfing community!
Best regards,
Matthew Babbitt
64
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Ron Romanosky <romanosky @ca.rr.com>
Sent:
Wednesday, December 11, 2013 4:21 PM
To:
Dept - City Council
Cc:
Blackball
Subject:
Wedge blackball issue
Dear Mayor, Council Members and Life Guard Department,
My email regards, and is in opposition to, the latest attempt by anti -Wedge bodysurfing
individuals and one facebook group known as Wedge4All who are efforting to overturn the
current blackball ordinance, claiming that body surfers are given more hours than fair or
warranted.
Following are the facts and my observations over my many years at this iconic, only -of- its -kind
spot:
1) Wedge is historically and traditionally bodysurfing's premiere spot - known world -wide as such
for over 60 years. The Wedge wave is as close to perfect for bodysurfing as it gets — a big reason
big wave bodysurfing has evolved as it has, and is still evolving.
2) The present ordinance, enacted in 1993 to address both safety and fairness, gave equal
portions of the daylight hours to bodysurfers and board riders.
3) Body surfers see enforcement of this ordinance only by the presence of a Newport
lifeguard. Only June, July and August witness a guard posted daily in the W tower.
4) Before June 10 or 15 and after Sept. 10 to 15 the tower goes un- manned only with rare
exceptions - when a big south swell occurs on a weekend or during warm weather and public
safety is a genuine concern. In reality board riders should admit that they have almost 9 (nine)
full months in which they have Wedge to themselves.
5) Though the ordinance reads 'Bodysurfing only from 10 am to 5 pm from May 1 through Oct.
31, from the west jetty to P tower' boogie boarders, skimboarders and board surfers routinely ride
waves at Cylinders (50 yds from the Wedge peak) to beyond P tower during blackballed hours,
meaning the ordinance is not fully enforced in the summer. Furthermore, when the blackball flag
goes up at 10 am during a good swell board riders are usually reluctant to leave the water. It's
often 11 am before the last boarder leaves the lineup.
6) On the subject of hours and best surfing conditions: from dawn to 10 is 5 hours, and 6 hours
when boarders stay out to 11 am. As we all know, bodysurfers are allocated 7 hours. For the
boards 5 pm until dark works out to 3.5 hours or more. In doing the math it's evident the
boarders get more time. Conditions -wise the waves are almost always a lot better in the early
morning hours, before the winds increase and adversely affect wave shape. Here again the
boarders come out on top.
7) As for catching waves bodysurfers will always come out second to virtually anyone on a boogie
or surfboard, as even novice board riders can catch a wave well before accomplished bodysurfers
65
can. That being established, 5 or 6 good board riders can dominate Wedge and catch every select
wave if they choose.
8) The subject of permits may be something the City of Newport Beach should look into, since
locally based, surf - related businesses are backing the anti -Wedge Blackball petitioners. As far as I
know the city has not addressed the great possibility that Wedge serves — and has served - as a
fee -free promotional venue for many companies.
In closing I must emphasize that #7 is the rule at every surf spot in our state — observers just will
not see bodysurfers attempting to catch waves among throngs of board riders, for it is futile. It is
my hope the individuals reading this letter will acknowledge the need and importance of
maintaining the current Wedge Blackball. This will ensure the future and advancement of
bodysurfing. And Newport Beach will continue to be known as a champion for this unique sport.
Thank you for your consideration.
Ron Romanosky
P.O. Box 4045
Balboa, Ca. 92661
66
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Skeeter < skeeter @randomfilm.com>
Sent: Wednesday, December 11, 2013 3:33 PM
To: Dept - City Council; Blackball
Subject: Blackball at the Wedge
To Newport Beach City Council and Blackball Study Group:
My name is Lance Jencks, age 66. 1 live on Flower Street in Costa Mesa, one -half block from Mariners Park.
I've bodysurfed the Wedge every summer since 1965, a total of 48 years.
Bodysurfing the Wedge is my only sport, and I'm writing to request you not rescind my ability to do it.
I, for one, cannot bodysurf at the Wedge with boards of any kind in the water. I have been hit in the mouth by a
skimboard. A boogie board ran into me on a wave, dislocating my left middle finger. Other collisions as well.
Boards in the water not only make bodysurfing the Wedge very dangerous, they make it impossible. This is because
someone on a board can always take -off ahead of or earlier than a bodysurfer, thus making bodysurfing a practical
impossibility- even without collision and injury.
It is claimed that bodysurfers get too much time in the water, which is not true. First, blackball regulations are only
enforced by Lifeguards during 3 out of 12 months in the year ... when a Guard is not on duty the boards are out in the
water, blackball or not.
Second, the blackball goes up at 10:00 a.m., and by 11:00 the waves are often unsuitable for riding due to excessive
winds. Those who ride boards already get the best hours of the day for surfing (7:00 a.m. -
10:00 a.m.) every day of the year, including blackball days.
It is not true that I can bodysurf when boards are in the water at the
Wedge: I can't. Please retain the current blackball system, which provides fairness to all.
Sincererly,
Lance Jencks
443 Flower Street
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
skeeter @randomfilm.com
(949) 548 -1021
67
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Charlie Mcauliffe <cmcauliffe1990 @yahoo.com>
Sent: Tuesday, December 10, 2013 9:03 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: blackball at the wedge
Dear Mayor and City Council Members,
My name is Charles McAuliffe. I am a 23 year old, life -long resident of
this wonderful city of Newport Beach. The purpose of this letter is to
voice my concerns regarding the possible change of black ball policy at
the world's most famous body surfing break, our Wedge. There are many
reasons why the blackball at Wedge should remain as it is. It was enacted
to further address the concerns of swimmer safety and fair play (equal
time to body surfers and board riders). Safety and fair play are as
important and relevant at Wedge today as they were 20 years ago, if not
more so. However, not once in the municipal code is the term body
surfing ever used, even though body surfers are the primary beneficiaries
of the ordinance. What the city council has to ask itself is, "Has this code
fulfilled its primary purpose of promoting and maintaining swimmer
safety ?" For all intents and purposes it has, so I ask, "Why fix what isn't
broken ?"
Where wipeouts involving surfboards at Wedge are concerned, a rider -less
one is a virtual and un- controlled missile with the speed and force having
the potential to severely injure. Even the most experienced surfers can
lose control of their boards. Injury to others in the water in such cases is
not uncommon. Separating the two groups of Wedge riders eliminates this
danger. It offers a safer environment for body surfers as well as
recreational swimmers. The way the Blackball is currently set up is fair to
both groups of Wedge riders. During the 3 summer months board riders
are able to ride Wedge from dawn until 10 am. That is 5 hours. Then
throw in the fact that many board riders stay in the water long after the
Blackball goes up and then it's closer to 6 hours. At 5 pm to dark the
boards have it again. I want to point out that the hours the boards have
Wedge are far and away the best ones to surf, when conditions are the
cleanest. Everything considered, the boards have by far the better slice of
the pie. But now they've made it clear they want even more. Isn't that
greed? Perhaps there are commercial interests pushing this agenda. If so,
should not they secure some sort of use permits?
I hope that the City Council takes into account the unique history of
Wedge and its huge contribution to big wave body surfing. Without the
protection the current ordinance affords this 50 year -old sport would be at
risk of being eradicated. Body surfers simply cannot compete with boards
when it comes to catching waves. Boards are able to take off long before
body surfers due to the increased speed which is inherent in any form of
board riding. Surfers, body boarders, and skim boarders have the entire
coast — and the entire world - to ride whenever they want. Body surfers
have two breaks on the entire planet that are set aside exclusively for body
surfing — Point Panics on Oahu and Boomers in La Jolla. The number
can't be three because Wedge is a shared break in the summer. And since
there is little if any blackball enforcement before and after summer the
board riders consequently have Wedge 9 months to themselves.
In closing I want to emphasize that the city's recognition and protection of
Wedge as the world's premiere bodysurfing spot is very important to
bodysurfers everywhere. The current Blackball is more than fair and we
hope it's continued. Without that Blackball Newport Beach could
inevitably see the end of surfing's purest form of wave riding, one that is
completely unique to our city.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Cordially yours,
Charles McAuliffe
69
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Casey Ritzer <skimhard @verizon.net>
Sent: Friday, December 06, 2013 3;37 AM
To: Blackball; Dept - City Council
Subject: wedge4all @outlook.com
I am a member of the Wedge4ALL Equity Group on Facebook and I support this group's recommendations regarding
changes to the current blackball policies at the Wedge and other Newport beaches. I am a skimmer that visits CA often
and want my time at the Wedge! Access to Newport area beaches, including the Wedge, should be fair for all wave
riders. Let's take it back to 4 hours a day, for 3 months of the year now!!
Thanks,
Casey Ritzer
70
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sent:
To:
Cc:
Subject:
Dear Newport Beach,
Tyler Cruickshank <ty @cruickshank.us>
Wednesday, December 04, 2013 1:44 PM
Blackball; Dept - City Council
wedge4all@outlook.com
Wedge for all
I agree with the recommendations made by the Wedge4ALL Equity Group on Facebook. For decades board riders of all
types have been prohibited from enjoying one of the best waves in the world and have been denied access from this
public resource during the majority of the south swell season. The City of Newport Beach needs to re- evaluate its policy
to establish rules that can best serve communities which deserve access to this public space, and reverse its
discriminatory practice of granting exclusive use to a preferred group of wave riders.
Best Regards,
Tyler Cruickshank
71
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Erika Ritzer <eritzer @gbltd.com>
Sent: Wednesday, December 04, 2013 11:30 AM
To: Blackball, Dept - City Council
Cc: wedge4aII @outlook.com
Subject: Wedge
I am a member of the Wedge4ALL Equity Group on Facebook and I support this group's recommendations regarding
changes to the current blackball policies at the Wedge and other Newport beaches. Access to Newport area beaches,
including the Wedge, should be fair and equitable for all wave riders. Let's take it back to 4 hours a day, for 3 months of
the year now!
Thanks,
Erika Ritzer
-- - - -- - - - Erika Ritzer, Principal 1818 N Street, NW, Suite 110
Direct: 202 - 420 -7542 Washington, DC 20036
Biography _inkedin Twitter greennetdbelser.com
Our brand thinking resources center has been rethought and redesigned. Visit and find it easier to connect with blue sky ideas.
Click here!
72
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Giuliana Mannella <ggymnast96 @hotmail.com>
Sent:
Tuesday, November 26, 2013 6:18 AM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Blackball in the Summer
From: ggymnast96 @hotmail.com
Subject: Blackball in the Summer
Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2013 21:18:39 -0800
Dear Members of the Blackball Working Group, my name is Giuliana Mannella. I am a senior at
Newport Harbor High School from Costa Mesa, California. I support the recommendations of the Newport Surf
Council. By allowing the blackball flag to stay up in the summer, you are ripping away happiness and joy from
not only high school kids but young children around five and older. Surfing is not only a sport to many but a
way to connect with nature that no words can describe. Surfing also increases my happiness and energy that I
can share amongst others. So no matter what my day has been like; stressful or depressing, I can go surfing
and essentially release all the anxiety and tension built up from dealing with college applications, grades or
family issues.
In the summer, I surf non stop everyday. I practically live at the beach during the summer, and I love it!
I have met so many amazing people through surfing and experienced emotions nothing else could compare
to. I started surfing two years ago and since then I have seen jelly fish, seals, sting rays, even two orca whales
all within a few feet or inches from myself. Out in the ocean, I feel like I am one with nature. It sounds very
cliche but it is the truth. From having surfed for two years, I hold a huge amount of respect for the ocean as it
can be proven to be incredibly powerful and magnificent. I have also had my eyes opened to experience not
only how homeless people live but people who live each day as if it is their last day on earth. A man who is
homeless, living off of money people generously donate to him, along with a poor paying job, still has a
beautiful wife staying by his side and still manages to hold his head high through any troubling situation. He
has taught me that no matter what situation you may be put in, you have to find something positive to hold
onto that keeps you smiling. My first surf instructor, who introduced me to one of the best sports in the world,
has influenced me tremendously. I have a lot more knowledge now on the issue of the giant gyre of trash and
the damages plastic and styrofoam has done to animals as well as our planet. And it is all thanks to my first
surf instructor. He also inspired me to be passionate about the environment and to fight for what I believe in.
That is what I am doing currently in this letter. By keeping blackball up in the summer, you are depriving
children of experiencing the same influential lessons as I did if not greater.
Thank you for taking the time to read this, I appreciate it.
- Giuliana
73
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Logan Strook <Istrook @Volcom.com>
Sent:
Monday, November 25, 2013 2:06 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Newport Beach Blackball Legislation
Attachments:
NewportSurfCouncilBlackball.pdf
To City of Newport Beach
I am contacting you in support of the attached PDF to increase surfer's access to the waves during the
crowded summer months. The conflicts in the water and on the sand due to blackball laws have a boiling
point; therefore, they should be reevaluated it. I strongly believe in the statements laid out by the Newport Surf
Council (NSC) in the attached document.
Thank you for your time and do not hesitate to contact me for further information on the matter
Cheers,
Logan Strook
Volcom, Inc. ( Administrative Assistant
1740 Monrovia Avenue I Costa Mesa, CA 92627
O
74
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Lee <leeuhphillips @yahoo.com>
Sent:
Monday, November 25, 2013 7:41 AM
To:
Blackball
Cc: mburns @nmusd.us
Subject: Blackball.
Dear Members of the Blackball Working Group,
My name is Lea Phillips, I'm seventeen years old and I live in Newport Shores. I support the recommendations of the
NEWPORT SURF COUNCIL and their efforts on surfing regulations between 18th Street and River Jetties. Surfing means a
lot to me and helps me keep a level head in school, home, and everywhere in between. My whole family enjoys surfing
together and we'd like it to stay that way.
Thanks,
Lea Phillips
NHHS Student, 12th Grade
75
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Mitch Mitchell <mitchmitche11949 @yahoo.com>
Sent:
Sunday, November 24, 2013 6:08 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Blackball
I'm Mitch Mitchell and I live in Costa Mesa. I love surfing and I hate blackball. Please get rid of it.
76
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Kabele Cook <kabele @cookamerica.net>
Sent: Sunday, November 24, 2013 5:53 PM
To: Blackball
Cc: Matt Burns
Subject: blackball in Newport
Dear Membership of the Blackball Working Group,
My name is Kabele Cook and I am fifteen years old and I live on Lido Island. I strongly support the recommendations
of the Newport Surf Council. Living in Newport Beach and living so close to the ocean and great waves leaves me feeling
immensely grateful every day. Surfing and being able to appreciate our beautiful beaches is one of the most important things
to me. Being able to surf and becoming one with, in my opinion, the most beautiful natural feature our world has to offer is
something that I hold close to my heart as I am positive is the same for many other surfers. Having the freedom to do what I
love anytime of the day during summer would be a dream come true.
Kabele Cook
77
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Dave Murray <d9dave @gmail.com>
Sent:
Friday, November 22, 2013 9:49 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Fairness At The Wedge
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
I am a Boogie Boarder at the Wedge . The Bodysurfers have 7 hours of every day in the water with out the chance of getting hit by a
surfers Hard surfboard . How come use boogie boarders do not have any time set aside for us not to be hit by Hard surfboards? The
Boogie Boarders are the biggest group in the water today. And we have to mix in with all other types of surfers with just a few non
blackball hours. Why do bodysurfers get so much exclusive time and we get non. A friend of mine was riding after Blackball,
and bodysurfers were still out . One landed on my friend an knocked him out . Who ever said bodysurfers were safe? The reason I ride
a Boogie , is I don't want my board to hurt anyone. Please do something more time fair at the Wedge . Please be fair for all riders , not
to just one group. Dave
78
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
Dear Committee members,
surfotog <surfotog @gmail.com>
Friday, November 22, 2013 4:57 PM
Blackball
Please don't change 40th to 44th St current status
Follow up
Completed
In my 2 previous letters to you regarding the review of the existing Blackball policy I mentioned both times that
the hardboard contingent would
make the suggestion to open up the 40th to 44th St area to hardboard users in exchange for giving the
bodyboarders the 28th to 32nd St area. A locally popular web site (newportsurfshots.com) owned by Newport
Surf Council member, Tom Cozad, made the following recommendation:
" Make 28th St for only Boogie Boarding in the Summer and 40th St for only surfing."
Please do not make this change. This is not a fair exchange.
At numerous times during the public meeting the hardboard contingent brought up the topic of "equity" and
"fairness ". I believe you should understand what "fairness" mean to the hardboard faction, and in particular The
Newport Surf Council, for whom "fairness" means: we want unlimited access to all breaks, all times of the
year, and we don't expect to have to give anything up to the 1000's of other ocean resource users who do
not share our view.
This is the same fairness they wanted in early meetings in 1995 when Bill Sharpe was spearheading the
campaign to do away with Blackball. Then, as now, they want it all, and they want it now. As far as they are
concerned regarding the rest of the public "can eat cake ".
The following is from a portion of letter to you, from The Newport Surf Council, dated November 7, 2013,
regarding 40 -44th Streets:
Reduction to the hours and days when surfing is prohibited at 40th - 44th Street
This surfing resource is underutilized much of the year and much of each day.
Enforcement of the no- surfing rule often diverts Lifeguard resources from a safety focus.
Limit surfing restrictions to times lifeguard towers are staffed June 15 - September 10
In response I would like to counter:
The surfing resource is open to hardboards from Nov 1 until April 30 and if it is "underutilized" the
Blackball is not the reason.
During the months when Blackball is enforced, the 40th St groin area is not underutilized any more than
any other area. The Newport Surf Council means that it is underutilized by their contingent. It is certainly not
underutilized by the 100's of bodyboarders that use it just as much as any area where hardboards are being used.
The area is used as much as any other area when the waves are decent.
79
The enforcement of the no- surfing rule is a safety focus. And if the rule was backed with regular citations
to violating surfers the word would quickly spread that the offense is not worth the fine; especially if the fine
was the same as the $250 +/- fine for violating the dog laws
As I mentioned in my previous letters the current enforcement is a "cat and mouse game ". The hardboard
surfers disregard the Blackball and surf the area until a shore patrol vehicle drives by and orders them to paddle
out of the area. They paddle out, wait for the patrol to leave, and paddle back in. The lifeguards know this, the
hard boarders know this, and anyone else that is a regular to the area knows this. How many violation citations
have ever been issued for this?
Limiting the surfing restriction time in the area is not fair to the people who spoke to you at the public
meeting who utilize the area for swimming and as an area for those who take their non hardboard usingchildren
there. It is also not fair to the 100's of bodyboarders who utilize the area for the very reason that it is a 4 block
area that they can use without being hassled by the standup surfers.
Please do not change the current Blackball regulations for the 40th to 44th St. area.
Thanks for your time,
William Madigan
M
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Joe Passannante <joe.passannante @gmail.com>
Sent: Friday, November 22, 2013 9:25 AM
To: Blackball
Cc: mburns @nmusd.us
Subject: Blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear Members of the Blackball Working Group,
Hello, I'm Joe Passannante and I'm 14 years old and 1 live at 1600 Coral Place 92663 Newport Beach,
California. I support the recommendations of the NEWPORT SURF COUNCIL. Surfing is a place for everyone
to express themselves and just relax. Surfing is also a great thing to do with family and friends all the time.
Thank you.
81
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Christian Spence <christianspencel0 @gmail.com>
Sent:
Friday, November 22, 2013 9:24 AM
To:
Blackball
Cc:
mburns @nmusd.us
Subject:
Blackball regulations
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear members of the Blackball Working Group, My name is Christian Spence. I am 17 years old and I live in Newport
Beach, CA. I most definitely support the recomendations of the NEWPORT SURF COUNCIL. Surfing is my life especially in
the summer. It sucks walking up to a perfect day of good waves and then seeing a blackball flag. I believe that we should
be able to surf whenever we want. Surfing is a big part of my family's culture, an even Newport Beach's culture. I think
that for the summer of 2014 and beyond, we should be able to surf whenever we want in certain designated zones. The
three main spots being 18th street, 54th street, and riverjetties. These zones an even more should be closed off for
surfers only. It is safer than having people swim with surfers with the possibility of being hit by a board. Thankyou for
considering my proposal.
- Christian Spence
EN
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: andeaux Borunda <andeaux101 @gmail.com>
Sent: Friday, November 22, 2013 9:22 AM
To: Blackball
Cc: mburns @nmusd.us
Subject: Blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear Members of the Blackball Working Group
Hi, my name is Andeaux Borunda, I am fourteen years old, and surfing in Newport has had such an impact on my
lifestyle, beliefs, and personality in many of different ways, and having a more variety of waves during the summer will
definitely ensure the stoke of surfers and youth that occupy it's shores. I am honored to have this opportunity to voice
my opinion to you, and I appreciate your consideration.
Sent from my iPhone
83
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Carter Ling <carter ling @yahoo.com>
Sent:
Friday, November 22, 2013 9:20 AM
To:
Blackball
Cc:
Mburns @nmusd.us
Subject:
Blackball newport
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear members of the blackball working group
Carter Ling
California
16
Dover shores
I support the recommendations of the newport surf council. Surfing is a sport it helps keep me in shape and healthy. It
relives stress and teaches me how to respect my elders. Overall surfing is a life style and the community only benefits
from it.
84
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Brittany Mccoy <brittanymccoy9 @gmail.com>
Sent: Friday, November 22, 2013 9:20 AM
To: Blackball
Cc: mburns @nmusd.us
Subject: Blackball Regulations
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear Members of the Blackball Working Group,
My name is Brittany McCoy, I'm 15 yrs old, and I live on 52nd St. in Newport and i agree with the recommendations
of the Newport Surf Council. Surfing has become a big part of my life. I try to surf almost everyday and whenever i just
need to relax. It is hard during the school year and then there is blackball during the summer. If we designated spots for
surfing during the summer it would be awesome. It would provide chances for people to learn, progress, and just
continue surfing without worrying about the swimmers. Without surfing I don't know what i would be doing.
Thank you,
Brittany
RK
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: jayden ERNST <jaydenernst2 @gmail.com>
Sent: Friday, November 22, 2013 9:20 AM
To: Blackball, mburns
Subject: Blackball regulations '
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear Members of the black ball work group my name is Jayden Ernst I am 14 years old and surfing is my
favorite thing to do. I would really appreciate it if you would remove the blackball in some spots during
summer. I support the recommendations of the Newport surf council and would really appreciate if you would
hear them out. I love nothing more then waking up and heading down to the beach on a fun summer morning.
Thank you
M
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Izzy Morris <morris.izzy @gmail.com>
Sent:
Friday, November 22, 2013 9:20 AM
To:
Blackball
Cc:
mburns @nmusd.us
Subject:
Blackball
Follow Up Flag: Fallow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear members of the blackball working group, My name is Izzy Morris and I am 14 years old and my address is 6710
west ocean front, CA. I support the recommendations of NEWPORT SURF COUNCIL. Surfing means a lot to me, my
family, and my fellow class mates.
87
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Nash Mader <nashjamesmader @aol.com>
Sent: Friday, November 22, 2013 9:19 AM
To: Blackball
Cc: mburns @nmusd.us
Subject: Blackball regulations
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear members of the Blackball Working group, My name is Nash Mader and I am a sophomore at Newport Harbor High
school. I live in Newport Beach and I am writing to say that I support the recommendations of the Newport Surf Council.
Surfing is a huge part of my life and has shaped me as a person. I know that all of my family and friends feel the same
way. Surfing is not only a great pastime, but it also keeps us out of trouble. Surfing brings friends and families closer
together and being able to stay in the water would further this cause. I hope that you will consider the cause.
Thank you,
Nash Mader
M.
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Graeme Whisenant <skaters.graeme @gmail.com>
Sent: Friday, November 22, 2013 9:17 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: Blackball regulations
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear members of the blackball working group, my name is graeme whisenant and im 18 years old, i live in newport
shores right across the street from 68th. I support the recommendations of newport surf council completely. I surf
everyday and compete in pro juniors and couldnt imagine doing anything else
Sent from my Whone
89
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Jeff Farmer <Jeff @caliandyork.com>
Sent: Thursday, November 21, 2013 10:59 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: Blackball recommendations
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Hello,
My name is Jeff Farmer and my wife Karen and I live on the ocean front at 5407 Seashore Dr. We both have grown up in
Newport Beach and I personally have been surfing the area for over 45 years. I have seen the evolution of the surfing
culture in Newport over those many years. I have also seen how the city involvement as well as blackball has played a
part. There is also no doubt that the Newport Beach surfing culture is stronger than ever in our city.
With that said we feel that the blackball rules that have been in place over the many years need to be revisited and
updated to reflex the current needs. I will start off by saying the the Life guards of today seem to have a more tolerant
view of the surfing community and when the waves are good in the Summertime are more willing to hold off the
Blackball flag as long as possible. I think part of this is because more of the lifeguards today are actually surfers
themselves and understand the pressure of not kicking out surfers who are enjoying sometimes perfect waves. Even
though the surfers appreciate the tolerant support from the lifeguards the underlining problem remains that surfing in
Newport in the Summertime can come to a complete halt anywhere between 11AM to 6PM. Also there is the 40th to
44th street year round Blackball where it is never allowed and one of the best breaks in Newport.
our recommendation would be to designate an all day surfing zone possibly in the 52nd to 60th area and also
discontinue the 40th to 44th area year round Blackball. Another point of making those areas more surfing friendly is
that they are some of the most challenging waves in the city and typically more dangerous for general swimmers. I think
the swimmers and surfers can coexist, but the current rules do not give enough to accommodate the large and growing
population of the surfing community.
Thank you,
Jeff Farmer
President
Cali and York, Inc.
151 Kalmus Dr. Suite E -250
Costa Mesa, Ca. 92626
w 714.975.5641
m 949.697.4893
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sean Flores <floressean99 @yahoo.com>
Sent:
Thursday, November 21, 2013 9:31 AM
To:
Blackball
Cc:
mburns @nmusd.us
Subject:
Blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear Members of the Blackball Working Group,
My name is Sean Flores I am 15 years old, and I live on 1011 Cliff drive. I'm proud to support the
recommendations of the Newport Surf Council. I love surfing and I try to surf everyday that I can. In the
summer I surf everyday and 1 am affected by black ball. I remember one day in the summer the waves were
firing and the lifeguards made everyone get out at of the water because of blackball 54th street. This bummed
me out a lot and I had to go home. So if this summer there is no blackball I would be really stoked!
91
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
T D <tldl907 @yahoo.com>
Sent:
Thursday, November 21, 2013 9:30 AM
To:
Blackball
Cc:
mburns @nmusd.us
Subject:
Blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear Members of the Blackball Working group,
My name is Tim Donald, I'm 15 and I live in Dover Shores. I'm emailing you to let you know that is support
the recommendations of the Newport Beach Surf Council. To me surfing is something that means a lot to my
friends and I and is something that most locals love to do in the summer. Its not just us who it effects but also
the families and kids who come to the beach to learn and bond over surfing. Without it our summer is full of
boredom and we cant do the thing we love, surfing.
Sincerely,
Tim Donald
92
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
christianll kent <christiankent111 @gmail.com>
Sent:
Thursday, November 21, 2013 9:33 AM
To:
Blackball
Cc:
mburns @nmusd.us
Subject:
No Blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear Members of the Blackball Working Group,
Please disregard my last email. My name is Christian Kent i am 15 years old and i live on 27th Street on the
Newport Beach Peninsula. I'm proud to support what your group is doing for the local surf community. I have
been surfing for almost my whole life and the blackball has been chasing me out of the water.
Thank you for what you are doing, Christian Kent
93
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Cole Schattinger <coleschattinger @gmail.com>
Sent:
Thursday, November 21, 2013 9:31 AM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
no blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear Members of the Blackball Working Group,
Cole Schattinger, 14, 511 30th street.
I support what you, on the Newport Surf Council do, but if could make a recommendation, taking the black ball
sign down would help us, as surfers, enjoy the time in the water more. Surfing means a great deal to me and
being kicked out by blackball Is never fun.
94
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Dan Fowlie <dannymf2 @gmail.com>
Sent:
Thursday, November 21, 2013 9:30 AM
To:
Blackball
Cc:
mburns @nmusd.us
Subject:
Blackball in Newport
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear members of the blackball working group,
My name is Daniel Fowlie. Im 15 years old and I live across the street from NHHS and im proud to support
the recommendations of the Newport Surf Council. Surfing has been a big part of my life for years and I am a
part of the NHHS Surf Team. Blackball has continuously disappointed me for many summer by making me get
out of the water so soon. Thanks for your hard work in trying to extend my time in the water.
Daniel
95
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Dylankanoa8 <dylankanoa8 @aol.com>
Sent:
Thursday, November 21, 2013 9:29 AM
To:
Blackball
Cc:
mburns @nmusd.us
Subject:
Please take down the Blackball in Newport Beach
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear Members of the Blackball Working Group,
My name is Dylan Cotton. I'm 15 and I live on 15th Street on the Newport Beach Peninsula and I'm proud to support
the recommendations of the Newport Surf Council. I have been surfing for years in Newport Beach and I am a part of the
Newport Harbor High School Surf Team. For years, the blackball has disappointed countless people in and out of the
water. Hopefully your movement will prove worthy to the City Council Members.
Thank you,
Dylan Cotton
m
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Brooke Gehris <brookegehris @yahoo.com>
Sent:
Thursday, November 21, 2013 9:27 AM
To:
Blackball
Cc:
mburns @nmusd.us
Subject:
Blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear members of blackball working group, my name is Brooke Gehris, I'm 15 years old and I live at 3312 Marcus Ave in
Newport Beach. I support the recommendation of the newport surf council. I've been surfing for my whole life and
surfing is a major part of my family. Being able not to surf in the summer but only in the mornings (when most of my
family is asleep) is really hard. I love to surf individual and with my family. It's something my family loves to do
TOGETHER, and I love that we can express that. Imagine if you couldn't do the thing you love with the people you love?
That's why I think having a designated area for surfers only is an amazing idea and I will support it 100% until we get our
area!
Thanks!!
Brooke
97
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Claire Olmstead <claire.olmstead0 @gmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, November 21, 2013 9:29 AM
To: Blackball
Cc: mburns @nmusd.us
Subject: Re: Black Ball
Follow Up Flag: Fallow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear Members f the Blackball Working Group,
My name is Claire Olmstead and I am fifteen years old. I live in the Newport Heights area and am on the
Newport Harbor High School Surf Team. I highly support the recommendations of the Newport Surf
Council. Surfing is really important to be because it gives me an opportunity to bond with nature, my friends .
family and the community. Also surfing is my passion and 1 can't even imagine life without it. By amending
black ball, the community, my peers, and I would be able to further enjoy the benefits of surfing.
Sincerely,
Claire Olmstead
98
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Becca Standt <beccastandt @gmail.com>
Sent:
Thursday, November 21, 2013 9:29 AM
To:
Blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear Members of the Blackball Working Group,
My name is Becca Standt, I am fourteen years old and live in Newport Beach, California. I support the
recommendations of the Newport Surf Council. Surfing is by far my favorite sport! Every single day this
summer I surfed in Newport Beach between 36th street and 61 street. Surfing is my passion and I continue to do
it and spread its culture to my kids and grandchildren. It has impacted my lifestyle and brought me
indescribable joy. Without the sport I don't know where I would be today!
Sincerely,
Becca Standt
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
cote cassidy <cacassidy96 @gmaitcom>
Sent:
Thursday, November 21, 2013 9:29 AM
To:
Blackball
Cc:
mburns @nmusd.us
Subject:
Blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear members of the blackball working group,
My name is Cole Cassidy I am 17 years old and have been born and raised here in Newport Beach. I support the
cause that the Newport Surf Council is trying to achieve. Surfing for me is more than just a side activity it is
really a way of life to more people than just me. I think that us surfers of Newport Beach deserve a revocation
of black ball, at least in one area of the beach. We have a "boogie land" from 40th to 44th, why aren't we
allowed to have a designated surfing area. Surfing should not be a crime. I'm sure I speak for every surfer when
I say that.
Sincerely, Cole Cassidy
100
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Summer Cozad <summer.cozad @yahoo.com>
Sent:
Thursday, November 21, 2013 9:28 AM
To:
Blackball
Cc:
mburns @nmusd.us
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear members of the blackball working group,
My name is Summer Cozad I am 15 years old. I live in Newport Beach on 32 street. I support the
recommendations of the Newport Surf Council. Surfing is my passion and some day I would love to grow up
and be a pro. Newport is a great place to grow up in order to succeed my goal. Especially Blackics during the
summer and winter time. Surfing is a great way to bond with the people you love. And in the summer we love
to sleep in but when our alarm doesn't wake us up in time. and we forget to check Surfline we run out to surf
around 11:11 its blackball.
101
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: chandler norton <surfer1396 @gmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, November 21, 2013 9:27 AM
To: Blackball
Cc: mburns @nmusd.us
Subject: Blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear members of the blackball working group,
My name is Chandler Norton and I am 17 years old. I live in Newport shores and I am a strong supporter of
the Newport surf council. Surfing means a lot to me. I feel that it makes me a happier and healthier person and
during the summer I would like to be able to surf some of my favorite surf spots all day. However because of
blackball the amount of time I get to surf in the summer is limited. I don't see why we can't just have designated
surf zones and swim zones just like every other city in southern California. With a system like that the better
surf areas could be open to surf all day and the swimmers would be safe from injury therefore solving the
blackball issue and making everybody happy.
Thanks,
Chandler Norton
102
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
peterharano @gmail.com
Sent:
Thursday, November 21, 2013 9:27 AM
To:
Blackball
Cc:
Matt Burns
Subject:
Blackball Restriction Petition
Follow Up Flag: Fallow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear Members of the Blackball Working Group,
My name is Peter Harano, I'm 15 and I live on Newport Island and I support the recommendations of the NEWPORT
SURF COUNCIL.
Surfing Is a very important aspect of my life, and I personally am frustrated with the fact that during the summer my
surfing is restricted from about 11am to 6pm, thus I wholeheartedly support your efforts of restricting Blackball. Surfing
is an amazing pastime which attracts and unites people of all backgrounds and is an extremely popular sport in Southern
California. People of all ages can take part in this activity, however blackball restricts this bonding of society and
progression of a popular So -Cal Sport. Your efforts are deeply appreciated.
Sincerely,
Peter Harano
103
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Mark Grace <markgrace5709 @yahoo.com>
Sent:
Thursday, November 21, 2013 9:24 AM
To:
Blackball
Cc:
Matt Burns
Subject:
Blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear Members of the Blackball Working Group,
My name is Mark Grace; I am 17 years old and live in West Newport. I fully back the suggestions of the Newport Surf
Council regarding the Blackball situation. Living in Newport during the summer is great, and it would only get better with
these proposed changes to Blackball. Hopefully, some changes to this issue can be made, as I feel that changing the
Blackball rules can only cause good. Surfing is an integral part of life in Newport Beach, and these changes will help keep
it that way. Once again, thank you for your time.
Respectfully,
Mark Grace
104
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Dane Flinn <daneJlinn @gmail.com>
Sent:
Thursday, November 21, 2013 9:27 AM
To:
Blackball
Cc:
mburns @nmusd.us
Subject:
Blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear Members of the Blackball Working Group,
My name is Dane Flinn and I am 15 years old, and I live on 119 via Jucar. I have been surfing for
almost my whole life and the one thing that I have disliked about surfing is the blackball. So with that I
am proud to support you and all that goes with that. Surfing makes me feel like nothing else but when I
have to get out because of blackball that feeling is ruined. Surfing is a very important part of my life
without it im lost.
Sincerely Dane
105
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Luke Ellis <luketaylorellis @gmail.com>
Sent:
Thursday, November 21, 2013 9:27 AM
To:
Blackball
Cc:
mburns @nmusd.us
Subject:
blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear members of the blackball working group, My name is Luke Ellis and I am 14 years old. I live in Newport
beach and costa mesa and I support the recommendations of the Newport Surf Council. Surfing means a lot to
me and it is my favorite sport. I am on the NHHS surf team and I would really like to have blackball lifted in
selected spots for the summer of 2014. Since 54th st is the most popular and one of the best spots in Newport, 1
think blackball should be lifted there. Thank you,
Luke
106
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
River Mungall <thegongo199 @gmail.com>
Sent:
Thursday, November 21, 2013 9:26 AM
To:
Blackball
Cc:
mburns @nmusd.us
Subject:
Blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear members of the blackball working group, My name is River Mungall and I am sixteen years old and live
in Newport Costa Mesa. Surfing is pretty much my life. I am on the Newport harbor high school surf team and I
am a 4th generation Newport surfer. My grandpa and my family have lived here ever since they were born and
all of our lives have revolved around this sport. This sport is so important to families that live here and we are
limited in the summer to this sport. I am recommending that Blackball be lifted in the summer and that
swimmers have certain areas where they can swim and that they are not in our surfing spots. Also if blackball
was lifted families could have a lot more fun in the summer where everyone is off school and they actually have
time to go surf all day.
107
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Baylee Bakkila <bayleebakkila @icloud.com>
Sent: Thursday, November 21, 2013 9:24 AM
To: Blackball
Cc: mburns @nmusd.us
Subject: Black Ball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear Members of the Blackball Working Group,
My name is Baylee Bakkila and I am fifteen years old. I live in the Newport Heights area and am on the
Newport Harbor Surf Team. I highly support the recommendations of the Newport Surf Council. Surfing is
extremely important to me and a huge part of my summer and life. In Newport Beach, we are very blessed to
live so close to the ocean, but blackball restrictions make it harder to get out in the water. Surfing makes me a
better person and helps me get closer with not only nature, but my family, friends, and the community as
well. Thank you for your time.
Baylee Bakkila
108
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Tehya Corona <tehyacorona @gmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, November 21, 2013 9:24 AM
To: Blackball
Cc: mburns @nmusd.us
Subject: blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear Members of the Blackball Working Group,
My name is Tehya Corona and I am 15, a high school student at Newport Harbor High school. I support the
recommendations of the Newport Surf Council. Surfing means so much to me and during the summer, when I'm
surfing with my friends and the blackball is hoisted before noon, when it's still glassy and early, I am really sad.
Swimmers can swim whenever, and many of them are tourists anyway, when locals who religiously surf, are
restricted. It doesn't matter what beach tourists swim at, but the location where one surfs does. Surfing is a big
part and history of this city, shouldn't we prioritize our history? Thank you for taking the time to read this,
please take action.
Tehya Corona
109
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Sam Springston <samrspringston @gmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, November 21, 2013 9:23 AM
To: Blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear Members of the Blackball Working Group, my name is Sam Springston, I am 15 years old, and I live in
Newport Shores. I support the recommendations of the Newport Surf Council. Surfing means a lot to me. I feel
like it is fair to limit blackball during summer. I thank you for your efforts.
Sincerely,
Sam Springston
110
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Kolby Pearson <kolbypearson48 @hotmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, November 21, 2013 9:23 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: Supporting the recommendations of the Newport Surf Council
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear members of the Blackball Working group,
My name is Kolby Pearson and I live on the peninsula in Newport Beach and I support the
recommendations of the Newport Surf Council. I'm 17 years old and I have been surfing since I was a little
kid. Surfing has always been a huge part of my life and is very important to me. I love surfing all around
Newport because it is a really fun thing to go do with friends. Being a surfer means more than just going out
to surf everyday no matter the conditions. You make bonds with people that you wouldn't make anywhere
else. I am a surfer at heart and I always will be no matter what.
- Kolby Pearson
ut
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Dan Fowlie <dannymf2 @gmail.com>
Sent:
Thursday, November 21, 2013 9:23 AM
To:
Blackball
Cc:
mburns @nmusd.us
Subject:
Blackball in Newport
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear members of the Blackball working group,
112
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
christianll kent <christiankentlll @gmail.com>
Sent:
Thursday, November 21, 2013 9:22 AM
To:
Blackball
Cc:
mburns @nmusd.us
Subject:
blackball is blasphemy
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear Members of the Blackball Working Group,
113
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Jake Parsons <jakegparsons @yahoo.com>
Sent:
Thursday, November 21, 2013 9:23 AM
To:
Blackball
Cc:
mburns @nmusd.us
Subject:
Blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear Members of the Blackball Working Group, my name is Jake Parsons, I am 17 years old, I live at 2115 windward Ln,
in Dover shores. I surf every day and I am really pushing for the recommendations of the Newport Surf Council.
This decision made will not only impact my life but also all of the life's of my friends. We all surf and would really
appreciate your help.
Thank you,
Jake Parsons
114
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Claire Olmstead <claire.olmstead0 @gmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, November 21, 2013 9:21 AM
To: Blackball
Cc: mburns @nmusd.us
Subject: Black Ball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear Members f the Blackball Working Group,
115
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Justin Croteau <croteaujustin @yahoo.com>
Sent:
Thursday, November 21, 2013 9:20 AM
To:
Blackball
Cc:
burns
Subject:
blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear member of the blackball working group,
1 Justin Croteau age 17 years old living on 41 st street in Newport beach California support the Newport surf
council because I love surfing and enjoy surfing everyday all day. that's why the blackball holds me back from
doing what I love because random tourist come to my beach therefore making it blackball flag which keeps me
from being in the water and having the best time of my life possibly. please take what i said into consideration
and thank you for your time!
think good thoughts!
Justin Croteau
116
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Daniel Friedman <dfriedman @roth.com>
Sent:
Wednesday, November 20, 2013 11:43 AM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
To whom it may concern:
I would like to register my support for the proposed easing of blackball restrictions. I've surfed in Newport Beach for
over 15 years and have often been frustrated by the blackball restrictions that are currently in place during the
summer. I believe the changes proposed by the Newport Beach Surf Council are sensible and will help create a fun and
safe beach environment.
Best regards,
Dan
2200 Cliff Dr.
Newport Beach, CA 92663
(949) 887 -2830
Please access the attached hyperlink for an important electronic communications disclaimer:
http://www.roth.com/main/Page,aspx?Page[D=1 070
117
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Doug Tabbert <dougtabbert @hotmail.com>
Sent:
Monday, November 18, 2013 4:56 PM
To:
Blackball
Cc:
newportsurfcounsel @gmail.com
Subject:
Revise blackball restrictions
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Please revise the current ordinances in conformity with Newport surf counsel's suggestions. The current laws are unfair
to a particular segment of ocean enthusiasts, ie. surfers. In addition, the current rules are overreaching, inefficient,
misguided and obtuse. Please call to discuss further. Thank you!
Doug Tabbert
949 690 -4557
118
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Reyes, Danny <dareyes @corelogic.com>
Sent: Monday, November 18, 2013 2:15 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: Newport Beach blackball fight
Attachments: NewportSurfCouncilBlackball.pdf; ATT00001.txt
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
I am strongly in favor far the attached revisions to be made which do not seem unreasonable and will help with the
quality of surfer life within Newport Beach and increase business revenues surrounding these areas.
Thank you,
Danny Reyes
Account Executive II - Property Services
It L i gic
40 Pacifica Suite #900, Irvine, CA 92618
www.corelogic.com I NYSE: CLGX
Toll Free: 1- 800 - 345 -7334
Direct: 949 - 2141639
Fax 714 -844 -9125
Email: DaRevesCd)corelooic.com
119
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Keysor, Brian < bkeysor @corelogic.com>
Sent:
Monday, November 18, 2013 1:23 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Please help in the Newport Beach blackball fight!
Attachments:
NewportSurfCouncilBlackball.pdf; ATT00001.txt
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Hello. Please do what you can to review the current black ball regulations. They are often strict and not favorable to
surfers. Please let me know how I can help make our beaches more enjoyable for everyone.
Thank you.
Brian Keysor
Newport Beach Resident!
Brian Keysor
National Account Executive
Global Mortgage Services
40 Pacifica, Ste 900
Irvine, CA 92618
Direct: 949-214-1616
Fax: 801-409-3370
Email: bkeysor @coreloaic.com
CoreLogic can assist you with your capital reserve requirements for BASEL 111 and ALLL (Allowance for Loan and Lease
Losses) regulations.
120
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Charlie Thompson <cthompson888 @hotmail.com>
Sent: Sunday, November 17, 2013 11:10 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: C Thompson - Comments on NB Blackball Policy
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Hello City of Newport Beach Recreation Dept.,
Enclosed is a letter of support for continuing the surfing area reserved for bodyboarders between the streets
of 40th and 44th. As a year around bodyboarder, I have realized the effects of having a family oriented
bodyboarding beach when I have to surf with surfers for the 6 months that the blackball is not in effect.
If I can add a recommendation, I would support a year around blackball for the 40th - 44th streets. Surfers
and bodyboarders do not really mix well when in the water.
Thank you.
Charlie Thompson
Costa Mesa, Ca
cthompson888 @hotmail.com
121
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Lacey Odell <mail @changemail.org>
Sent: Saturday, November 16, 2013 8:00 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: 100 new signers: Martin Marcus, mara nez...
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Another 100 people added their names to Aaron Peluso's petition "Newport Beach City Council: End Blackball
at the Wedge" -- momentum is growing.
There are now 3799 signatures on this petition. Read reasons why people are signing, and respond to Aaron
Peluso by clicking here:
httv:// www.change.org/petitions /ncwl)ort- beach -city- council- end- blackb all- at -the-
wedge /responses/new ?response= 14052667e298
Dear Blackball Working Group,
The Wedge is one of the most premiere skimboarding, bodyboarding and surfing waves in the world. Yet for
decades board riders of all types have been prohibited from enjoying this public resource during the majority
of the south swell season. The City of Newport Beach needs to re- evaluate its policy found in resolution 95-
116 and all revisions thereto, to establish rules that can best serve communities which deserve access to this
public space. Further, the city should explicitly address and reverse its discriminatory practice of granting
exclusive use of this public space to a preferred group of wave riding athletes (bodysurfers). Please end
blackball at The Wedge and allow all wave riding athletes equal access to this world class location.
Sincerely,
3694. Martin Marcus San Diego, California
3695. mara nez chicago, Illinois
3696. Blair Sullenger Oceanside, California
3697. Lea Hodges Ashburn, Virginia
3698. Elizabeth Walton Austin, Texas
3699. Rebecca Wells Stottville, New York
3700. Jonathan Townsend Minneapolis, Minnesota
3701. dan gallo Norwalk, Connecticut
3702. Julia Arnold Ottawa, Ohio
3703. Odette Moronez- Lunsford Longview, Washington
3704. Ricky Cordero Malden, Massachusetts
3705, Robin Patten Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
3706. Elizabeth H Saint Paul, Minnesota
3707. Deborah Bean Sevierville, Tennessee
3708. MK Smith MD Mankato, Minnesota
3709. Joan Budd Pleasantville, New York
3710. Michael Craib Watsonville, California
3711. Grace Shimizu El Cerrito, California
3712. Randi Pechacek Tulare, California
122
3713. Erica Bettwy Springfield, Virginia
3714. Dawn Lahey Elk Grove, California
3715. Barbara Dinger vista, California
3716. Richard Westphal Tonawanda, New York
3717. Eva Fleming Las Vegas, Nevada
3718. A Kelly Toledo, Ohio
3720. Angel Moore Huntsville, Alabama
3721. Laura Epstein Kapolei, Hawaii
3722. Korey Hill Kingman, Arizona
3723. Rick Rhodes Wakefield, Rhode Island
3724. Aaron Grow Fresno, California
3725. Christopher Charboneau Austin, Texas
3726. Adam Silvia Newport, Rhode Island
3727. Pooya HaJarian Los Gatos, California
3728. Stephen Valenciano Lihue, Hawaii
3729. Michael Moeller Hemet, California
3730. Michele Mercer Casa Grande, Arizona
3731. Marshall Huffer Santa Maria, California
3732. Justin Mumpower Maple Hill, Kansas
3733. Ann Gilbert Los Angeles, California
3734. Jolene Cintron Odenton, Maryland
3735. Joshua Sloan Silver Spring, Maryland
3 73 6. Beth Garcia Malden, Massachusetts
3737. Hailey Gladden Redford, Michigan
3738. Mike Adams Playa del rey, California
3739. Susaan Aram Laguna Beach, California
3742. Jonathan Clancy Middletown, Rhode Island
3743. Michael Aviles Chicago, Illinois
3744. Roger Walker Orlando, Florida
3747. Ambrosia Danu Eureka, California
3748. Corey VanDlac Portland, Oregon
3749. Melinda Scott Greenville, North Carolina
3750. Scott Yanuck Huntington, New York
3 75 1. Jay Fruin Montauk, New York
3752. Kathleen Bush Long Valley, New Jersey
3753. Paul Arnott San Francisco, California
3754. Andrew Mcgill San Diego, California
3755. Andrea Higgins Mill Creek, Washington
3756. joe frizzelle huntington beach, California
3757. Sandra Fraga Laurel, Maryland
3758. Hunter -Marie Raney Telford, Tennessee
3760. Charisse Piros Tulsa, Oklahoma
3 76 1. Sayuri Rupani Brooklyn, New York
3762. Margaret Carson Burke, Virginia
3763. Dennis Durant II Costa Mesa, California
3764. Amy Rodriguez Mission Viejo, California
3765. Bryce Gutierrez Riverside, California
3766. jesse benson Los Angeles, California
3767. Cheryl Miller Bloomington, Minnesota
3768. Whitney Columbus Fort Worth, Texas
3769. Chris Bruce Berlin, Maryland
123
3770. Anastasiya Mindyuk Brooklyn, New York
3771. Tina Lance Sebastian, Florida
3772. Mary Sochacki Barefoot Bay, Florida
3773. Robert Hansen Pasadena, California
3774. David smith Phelan, California
3775. Pat Richwine Winnetka, Illinois
3776. Katarina Nelson Lakewood, Colorado
3777. Lauren Steelman San Clemente, California
3778. Blake Tyler Berge Alhambra, California
3779. Anne Byrne Thousand Oaks, California
3780. Mica Connors Cambridge, Massachusetts
3781. Melissa Thomas Corona, California
3782. Cynthia lujan SANTA ANA, California
3783. Dave Smith Irvine, California
3784. Pete Vieira Phelan, California
3785. Susan Block -Smith Stockton, California
3786. Tina Sam Athens, Georgia
3787. MIKE GAMBINO PHELAN, California
3788. James Nelson Apopka, Florida
3789. Veronica Garcia McMinnville, Oregon
3790. Jeanne smith irvine, California
3791. Eva Winters Hampton, Virginia
3792. Laura Riley Citrus Heights, California
3793. Mark Fickert Dallas, Texas
3794. Joe Ward Harbinger, North Carolina
3795. Kara Herbert San Carlos, California
3796. Anne Nishimoto Oakland, California
3797. Rachel Perry Saluda, South Carolina
3798. Jacob Hackelton Fontana, California
3799. Katie Gruber Irvine, California
124
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Attachments:
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
To Whom It May Concern,
Randy Childress <rchildress @Volcom.com>
Saturday, November 16, 2013 6;12 PM
Blackball
Black ball
NewpertSurfCouncilBlackball [2].pdf
Follow up
Completed
I writing this email in support of the attached proposal
I am a long time surfer in Newport and have never understood the black ball rules inplace in the city. I understand the need
for saftey and as a father of two enjoy ares where hardboard surfing is prohibited so my children can swim.
However, I do feel there could be a better balance in New Port, allowing some of the jetty to be open to surfing and when the
waves are big, open all of them as it is not safe for children, swimmers and persons not versed in the ways of the ocean.
Sincerely,
Randy Childress
125
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sent:
To:
Cc:
Subject:
Attachments:
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
Dear Blackball Working Group,
Ryan Thomas <RTHOMAS @Volcom,com>
Friday, November 15, 2013 10:51 AM
Blackball
newportsurfcouncil@gmail.com
Blackball Policy Change
NewportSurfCouncilBlackball.pdf
Follow up
Completed
I am a surfer and father from Orange County. The current blackball policy in Newport Beach degrades the quality of life
for a large population of people in Orange County. I fully support the Newport Surf Council's recommendations in the
attached document. Apolicy change that creates balanced access to our recreational resource is long overdue.
Thank you,
Ryan Thomas
126
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sent:
To:
Cc:
Subject:
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
Dear Blackball Working Group,
Ryan Thomas <RTHOMAS @Volcom.com>
Friday, November 15, 2013 10:50 AM
Blackball
newportsurfcouncil @gmail.com
Blackball Policy Change
Follow up
Completed
I am a surfer and father from Orange County. The current blackball policy in Newport Beach degrades the quality of life
for a large population of people in Orange County. I fully support the Newport Surf Council's recommendations in the
attached document. A policy change that creates balanced access to our recreational resource is long overdue.
Thank you,
Ryan Thomas
127
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Derek Sabori <dsabori @Volcom.com>
Sent:
Friday, November 15, 2013 10:35 AM
To:
Blackball
Cc:
newportsurfcouncil @gmail.com
Subject:
Revisions to Blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear Blackball Working Group,
I have read the document regarding'Input from the surfing community on revisions to blackball' and
strongly agree with each of the recommendations.
Asa resident of the Newport /Costa Mesa area for the last 23 years, the stretches of beaches from 18th
street to 56th have been my surfing 'home' since I was a kid. With 2 kids of my own growing up in the
community, learning to love and enjoy the surfing lifestyle, I'm happy to see efforts being made to review
and reconsider the blackball rules. As a family, we are often frustrated with the lack of surfing (even learn -
to -surf) opportunities that the city presents after the morning hours of summer and, as a working
professional, with a flexible schedule that allows for weekday surfing, the current blackball rules, in my
opinion, have left much to be desired for many years.
I would love to see a compromise reached on this issue to allow for visiting beachgoers, and regular -base
surfers to have the opportunity to equally enjoy our beautiful, local wave selection throughout the entirety
of the summer months.
Thank you for making the time to consider it.
Sincerely,
Derek A. Sabori
Volcom
Sr. Director, Global Sustainability
A Society grows great when old men plant trees whose shade they know they will never sit in ... Ancient Greek
128
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Brad dougherty <bdougherty @Volcom.com>
Sent:
Thursday, November 14, 2013 4:32 PM
To:
Blackball
Cc:
newportsurfcouncil @gmail.com
Subject:
Blackball in Newport Beach
Attachments:
NewportSurfCouncilBlackball [3].pdf
Follow Up Flag:
Follow up
Flag Status:
Completed
Hello,
My name is Brad Dougherty and I am the VP of surf marketing for Volcom. We are a local
business that has been built on Surfing, Skateboarding and Snowboarding. We are now a global
industry leader and have over 20 years of heritage from the Costa Mesa /Newport Beach
area. Our company is full of surfers that enjoy surfing in Newport Beach. A major reason why
people work here is because they love the lifestyle and it is accepted by all to go surfing at lunch
time. One of the biggest frustrations we have is the fact that many of our lunch sessions do not
happen as a result of beach -wide blackball.
Additionally, we often have employees visit from around the world and they are continually
disappointed that they can't surf in what they view as the surf industry capital of the world.
We are so excited that this issue is being looked at again and would greatly appreciate what is
proposed but the Newport Surf Council. It would be unbelievable for us to experience change in
the current rules and allow our surfers to spend more time in the water where everyone is
happiest!
Thanks for your time,
Ems
www.volcom.com
VOLCOM
129
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
To whom it may concern
Jake Hoose <jhoose @Volcom.com>
Thursday, November 14, 2013 4:07 PM
Blackball
Black Ball
Follow up
Completed
Was born at Hoag Hospital in 1968, lived and have surfed in Newport my whole life. I've dealt with Blackball my whole
life and have had many epic sessions ended early because of BLACKBALL. I respect the LIFEGUARDS doing their job, so
I've always been respectful. Now that Im a father with 2 surfers, I'd love to see some new rules down at Newport for
surfers. Forcing everyone to surf RIVERJETTIES in the summer is dangerous. Please open up some more beaches for
surfing, and on YELLOW and RED fl-AG days open all the beaches to surfers!!
Thanks
Jake Hoose
CDM SURF COACH
0 5111
v
Jake Hoose
Sr. Production Manager
Volcom Inc.
1740 Monrovia Costa Mesa Ca 92627 USA
949 646 2175 ext 6227
130
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: James Onstott <james.onstott @zeebric.com>
Sent: Thursday, November 14, 2013 2:21 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: I support this initiative to modify blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Sincerely yours
James Onstott
Vice President, Sales
Zeebric - Qliktag
1200 Quail Street Suite 205
Newport Beach, CA 92660
0: 949 - 760 -3888 x 102
C:949- 929 -0707
131
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: gpadraig @yahoo.com
Sent: Wednesday, November 13, 2013 4:27 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: Great recomandations for a Great City
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Hello City of Newport Beach, it is the right course to take to review the Black Ball Policies in our great city and I
commend the city and public jointly for there open mindedness and staying in tune with the city's residents.
I completely support the Newport Surf Council's recommendations and know the elected official of Newport will make
the right decision to support them.
Sincerely Yours,
G. Padraig Cullen
gpadraig@yahoo.com
Newport Beach Resident for 37 years
132
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Attachments:
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
To whom it may concern,
I support the NSC regulations.
Thank you,
Cari Toal
Carines Toal <carines82 @hotmail.com>
Tuesday, November 12, 2013 4:39 PM
Blackball
FW: Newport Blackball Regulations
NewportSurfCou ncilBlackball.pdf
Follow up
Completed
133
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: R. Chris Lightburne <rdotcl @gmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, November 12, 2013 9:34 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: NSC Recommendations
Attachments: NewportSurfCouncilBlackball.pdf
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
As a long time resident of the City, surfer, and parent of young children, I support the recommendations of the
Newport Surf Council ( "NSC ").
Regards,
R. Chris Lightburne
2715 Wavecrest Drive
Corona del Mar, CA
134
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
To Whom It May Concern:
mark@buildwc)rldwide.com
Tuesday, November 12, 2013 6:03 AM
Blackball
Blackball Regulations
Follow up
Completed
I support the efforts of the Newport Surf Coucil and their proposed recommendations for changing the blackball
regulations in Newport Beach.
Thank you.
Mark Jeremias
135
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Dave Manning <surferdavepics @gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, November 11, 2013 8:25 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: Plan for consideration
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
This sounds like a good starting point for a fresh plan for Newport Beach.
Thanks for your consideration
Dave Manning
Newport Beach born, Costa Mesa resident which surfs Blackies all the time.
136
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: John Biren -Fetz <jbirenfe @gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, November 11, 2013 3:44 PM
To: Blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
I support the plan of action. 40th street should not be blackballed nearly as much!
John
137
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Scott Yanuck <mail @changemail.org>
Sent: Monday, November 11, 2013 3:13 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: 250 more people signed: Joe Mullen, James McIntosh...
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
250 more people just signed Aaron Peluso's petition "Newport Beach City Council: End Blackball at the
Wedge" that has you designated as a target.
There are now 3749 signatures on this petition. Read reasons why people are signing, and respond to Aaron
Peluso by clicking here:
http: / /www.chang e.org/petitions /newport- beach - city - council- end- blackb all- at -the-
wedge /responses /new ?response= 14052667e298
Dear Blackball Working Group,
The Wedge is one of the most premiere skimboarding, bodyboarding and surfing waves in the world. Yet for
decades board riders of all types have been prohibited from enjoying this public resource during the majority
of the south swell season. The City of Newport Beach needs to re- evaluate its policy found in resolution 95-
116 and all revisions thereto, to establish rules that can best serve communities which deserve access to this
public space. Further, the city should explicitly address and reverse its discriminatory practice of granting
exclusive use of this public space to a preferred group of wave riding athletes (bodysurfers). Please end
blackball at The Wedge and allow all wave riding athletes equal access to this world class location.
Sincerely,
5289. Joe Mullen Hood River, Oregon
5290. James McIntosh Ann Arbor, Michigan
5291. Justin Barnby Ypsilanti, Michigan
5292. alan braff oxnard, California
5293. Sarah Ruggieri Brooksville, Florida
5294. Melanie Spinner Lynchburg, Virginia
5295. marisa gallegos Vista, California
5296. Megan Owen Austin, Texas
5297. KRISTEN FROST MENDOCINO, California
5298. jose Cardoso Santa Maria, California
5299. Susan Seidler Mountain, Wisconsin
5300. p williams madison, Mississippi
5301. Dick Barshow San Jose, California
5302. many thomas huntington beach, California
5303. Anthony Batista Yonker, New York
5304. Maria Fernandes Linden, New Jersey
5305. Lolo Nesh Minneapolis, Minnesota
5306. Aaron Honore' Columbia, South Carolina
5307. Liz dephillipo North Palm Beach, Florida
138
5340. Kwithy Kai Los Angeles, California
5341. Shinn Caiola Chicago, Illinois
5342. Nyomi Haynes atlanta, Georgia
5343. sydney bacchus Athens, Georgia
5344. Anne Marie Bucher Bronx, New York
5345. Scott Alves seekonk, Massachusetts
5346. Data Patterson Warrensville Heights, Ohio
5347. Lindsay Murphy Trabuco Canyon, California
5348. Chris Bonifield South Milwaukee, Wisconsin
5349. Amy Ruotolo New Haven, Connecticut
5350. Jabri Lewis - Faizah Atlanta, Georgia
5351. shirley sewell douglass, Kansas
5352. Wendy Pecci Burlington, Massachusetts
5353. Carlo Virtucio Irvine, California
5354. jeffrey brzyski Tonawanda, New York
5355. Marcia Bailey Dunedin, Florida
5356. Laurel Hieb Flagstaff, Arizona
5357. C Vasquez Laredo, Texas
5358. Alec Graves Wilmington, North Carolina
5378. Orbelis Almeida Hialeah, Florida
5379. Leah Serb Richmond, California
5380. Ray De La Pena San Antonio, Texas
5381. Ramesh Bhatnagar Irving, Texas
5382. Noelia Arredondo Pharr, Texas
5383. Mairea Irisarri , Spain
5384. Harmony Kuller Nibbeapolis, Minnesota
5385. Edward Shields Seattle, Washington
5386. CRISTAL RUIZ Fullerton, California
5387. Gaston Vidou Venice, Califomia
5388. Natalie Jaime Westminster, Colorado
5389. Alex Fish Tiverton, Rhode Island
5390. heidi bester franklin furnace, Ohio
5391. leelee M B -town, Illinois
5392. Adine Cathey Monticello, Kentucky
5393. Marvin Abney lI Middletown, Rhode Island
5394. Paunee Uberuaga Marsing„ Idaho
3548. Andrew Overmyer Jupiter, Florida
3549. Ellen Jaedicke West Kingston, Rhode Island
3550. Derek Smith Birmingham, Alabama
3 55 1. Jesus Montero , United States
3552. Zackary Bennett Tempe, Arizona
3553. William Young San Diego, California
3554. Aimy Zodieru Beverly Hills, California
3555. Christian Avila New York NY, New York
3556. Scott Thomas Dillon, Colorado
3557. George Law Northfield, New Jersey
3558. Veronica Gonzalez Bronx, New York
3559. Katie Talbert Sylvania, Ohio
3560. eva ianeva north smithfield, Rhode Island
3561. Jermaine Faith Guillergan Sanford, North Carolina
3562. Shauna Rumsey Seattle, Washington
139
3563. Eric Duke Tampa, Florida
3564. Maciej Danek Pleasant Hill, California
3565. Denny Dean St Augustine, Florida
3566. Veronica McShane Walnut Creek, California
3567. Kevin Kelly West Long Branch, New Jersey
3568. Don Carpenter Manhattan Beach, California
3569. michelle joella Cambridge, Massachusetts
3570. Christine Grabar Avondale, Arizona
3571. Rachel Berzack East Lansing, Michigan
3572. aaron lobbley elkhart, Indiana
3573. Cori Bishop Brigantine, New Jersey
3574. Tim Lank Springfield, Virginia
3575. Jacky Wan Sacramento, California
3576. Sarah Loving Roanoke, Virginia
3577. Kathleen Todd Minneapolis, Minnesota
3578. Norma Gonzalez Anthony, New Mexico
3579. Dr. Anita Kozan Minneapolis, Minnesota
3580. Ashley Lewis HAVANA, Illinois
3581. Stella Manuel Montgomery, Alabama
3582. Amy Hibbard Pocahontas, Arkansas
3583. Lainy Fees Owasso, Oklahoma
3584. Jasmin Green Henrico, Virginia
3585. Ruth Weedman Longview, Washington
3586. Aidin Hollomon Long Beach, California
3587. Nicholas Perocco Santa Barbara, California
3588. Marsha Dennison Florence, South Carolina
3589. Mariska Holmeyer Phoenix, Arizona
3590. Sarah Burbridge Oberlin, Ohio
3591. Mika Stonehawk Tustin, California
3592. maria bruner cedar rapids, Iowa
3593. Dominik Ablingis Santa Barbara, California
3594. Will Wheeler Fallston, Maryland
3595. Brent Lush Wolcott, New York
3596. Abby Clay Huntsville, Ohio
3597. Melinda Dastrup Salt Lake City, Utah
3598. Joe Balsamo Boca Raton, Florida
3599. Tiffany Yeh Fremont, California
3600. dawna doreas fontana, California
3601. Schandra Loveless Cleveland, Tennessee
3602. Teshawn Edmonds Brooklyn, New York
3603. Gabriel Garcia Glendora, California
3604. Beverly Walters - Parkison Bullhead City, Arizona
3605. David Sizemore Albany, Ga, Georgia
3607. ANGELA CUNHA Curitiba, Puerto Rico
3608. Ron Sonesen Sonesen Ocala, Florida
3609. Haley Hernandez El Paso, Texas
3610. Matt Myers Austin, Texas
3611. Kirsten Larsen Mhoja Copenhagen, DK, District Of Columbia
3612. jeelani hello englewood, New Jersey
3613. Emanuel Ormonde Lowell, Massachusetts
3614. Margaret Hinsvark ithaca, New York
140
3615. Nate Best Montauk, New York
3616. adelina nohmberg Sunnyvale, California
3617. stacia young Canton, Michigan
3618. Davin Gochenouer Pickerington, Ohio
3619. Summer Medel Flushing, Michigan
3620. Monica Mekielnan Upper Lake, California
3621. Erin Gieder Tampa, Florida
3622. theresa hadley mattapoisett, Massachusetts
3623. Nicole Maschke Cleveland, Ohio
3624. Lauren Highsmith Newnan, Georgia
3625. Seth Quinto hallandale, Florida
3626. Nicholas Lieber Newport Beach, California
3627. Kathryn Grant New York, New York
3628. eric riddell Las Vegas, Nevada
3629. Clayton Graham Sacramento, California
3630. Colin dwyer Pacifica, California
3631. Melanie Sinclair Kenmore, Washington
3632. Lonique Steele Taylor, Michigan
3633. James Andersen Colleyville, Texas
3634. GARY MADOLE EDGEWATER, Florida
3636. Jane Shevtsov Valley Village, California
3637. Hadley McManus Portland, Oregon
3638. Kimberly Myers Battle Ground, Washington
3639. Chelsea Mckinney Seagoville, Texas
3640. johnatan herault , Argentina
3641. John MC Fadden Co Donegal, Colorado
3642. Nicholas Yokley Potomac, Maryland
3643. Sam Poikail Silver Spring, Maryland
3644. Gary Tubb Copley, Ohio
3645. Kelsey Sampson Brighton, Massachusetts
3646. Chia Longtree Valley Center, California
3647. Gena Crow Victoria, Texas
3648. Sonia Kovitz Columbus, Ohio
3649. Harrison Bergholz Simi Valley, California
3650. Huynh Thanh Ngoc Diep Can Tha, Virgin Islands
3651. Brian McGuire Jacksonville, Florida
3652. Alejandra Castellanos Oxnard, California
3653. Miriah Yurick Chicago, Illinois
3654. Michael Casso Falmouth, Massachusetts
3655. Elizabeth Farkas Tucson, Arizona
3656. gary Catalino Torrance, California
3657. Eric Nau Deer Park, New York
3658. scald crow d, Alabama
3659. Jamie Defay Collins Haleiwa, Hawaii
3660. Kenna Todd Granite Falls, Washington
3661. Nicky Ng Buena Park, California
3662. Steve glade Newport beach, California
3663. Bobi Monroe Ventura, California
3664. Verna Orzechowski Livonia, Michigan
3665. Bruce Bulman Evansville, Wyoming
3666. Joao Monteiro , Portugal
141
3667. Joao Vilar , Portugal
3668. Maia Dery Efland, North Carolina
3669. Sylvain Bode, France
3670. Barbara Drake Newton Falls, Ohio
3671. Debra Moore Clio, Michigan
3672. Dana Kocsis Burbank, California
3673. Cassie Williams Stephens City, Virginia
3674. Ryan Kuja Seattle, Washington
3675. Jessica Stabler Riverton, Utah
3676. Tiago Merpon vila velha,
3677. Cory Rahmberg New Orleans, Louisiana
3678. Shakkai Goldshild Coleville, California
3679. Jonathan Gilfry studio city, California
3680. gene groom orting, Washington
3681. Lynna Dhanani New Haven, Connecticut
3682. luke greant phinox, District Of Columbia
3683. vasco mello , Portugal
3684. Patrick Sullivan Newport, Rhode Island
3685. 1. quinones miami beach, Florida
3686. Zane Evans Golden, Colorado
3687. Henry Payne Newport, Rhode Island
3688. Freja Falson Lake Oswego, Oregon
3689. Alejandro Alonso Harrison, New Jersey
3690. See D'Orazio Agoura Hills, California
3691. Danielle Moseley Los Angeles, California
3692. Lara Cassell Bayside, New York
3693. Chris Berlet La Harpe, Illinois
3694. Martin Marcus San Diego, California
3695. mara nez chicago, Illinois
3696. Blair Sullenger Oceanside, California
3697. Lea Hodges Ashburn, Virginia
3698. Elizabeth Walton Austin, Texas
3699. Rebecca Wells Stottville, New York
3700. Jonathan Townsend Minneapolis, Minnesota
3701. dan gallo Norwalk, Connecticut
3702. Julia Arnold Ottawa, Ohio
3703. Odette Moronez - Lunsford Longview, Washington
3704. Ricky Cordero Malden, Massachusetts
3705. Robin Patten Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
3706. Elizabeth H Saint Paul, Minnesota
3707. Deborah Bean Sevierville, Tennessee
3708. MK Smith MD Mankato, Minnesota
3709. Joan Budd Pleasantville, New York
3710. Michael Craib Watsonville, California
3711. Grace Shimizu El Cerrito, California
3712. Randi Pechacek Tulare, California
3713. Erica Bettwy Springfield, Virginia
3714. Dawn Lahey Elk Grove, California
3715. Barbara Dinger vista, California
3716. Richard Westphal Tonawanda, New York
3717. Eva Fleming Las Vegas, Nevada
142
3718. A Kelly Toledo, Ohio
3720. Angel Moore Huntsville, Alabama
3721. Laura Epstein Kapolei, Hawaii
3722. Korey Hill Kingman, Arizona
3723. Rick Rhodes Wakefield, Rhode Island
3724. Aaron Grow Fresno, California
3725. Christopher Charboneau Austin, Texas
3726. Adam Silvia Newport, Rhode Island
3727. Pooya Hajjarian Los Gatos, California
3728. Stephen Valenciano Lihue, Hawaii
3729. Michael Moeller Hemet, California
3730. Michele Mercer Casa Grande, Arizona
3731. Marshall Huffer Santa Maria, California
3732. Justin Mumpower Maple Hill, Kansas
3733. Ann Gilbert Los Angeles, California
3734. Jolene Cintron Odenton, Maryland
3735. Joshua Sloan Silver Spring, Maryland
3736. Beth Garcia Malden, Massachusetts
3737. Hailey Gladden Redford, Michigan
3738. Mike Adams Playa del rey, California
3739. Susaan Aram Laguna Beach, California
3742. Jonathan Clancy Middletown, Rhode Island
3743.
Michael Aviles Chicago, Illinois
3744.
Roger Walker Orlando, Florida
3747.
Ambrosia Danu Eureka, California
3748.
Corey VanDlac Portland, Oregon
3749.
Melinda Scott Greenville, North Carolina
_,
143
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Mike <mike @fyasko.com>
Sent:
Monday, November 11, 2013 8:34 AM
To:
Josh Cornett
Cc:
Blackball
Subject:
Re: I Support the Newport Surf Council and it's Initiatives
Follow Up Flag:
Follow up
Flag Status:
Completed
Epic! Thanks josh!
Sent from my Whone
On Nov 11, 2013, at 7:45 AM, Josh Cornett <jpcornett @gmail.com> wrote:
> To whom it may concern,
> I am writing this email in support of the Newport Beach Surf Council.
> I was born at Hoag Hospital, I attended Corona del Mar High School, and currently live in Costa Mesa. I was a junior
lifeguard for three years under director Reenie Boyer.
> I am very familiar with the debate over the blackball situation In Newport Beach.
> I support the Newport Beach Surf Council and it's initiatives.
> Best Regards,
> Josh Cornett
> 126 Lisa Lane
> Costa Mesa, 92627
>(949)294 -0456
144
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
To whom it may concern,
Josh Cornett <jpcornett @gmail.com>
Monday, November 11, 2013 7:45 AM
Blackball
I Support the Newport Surf Council and it's Initiatives
Follow up
Completed
I am writing this email in support of the Newport Beach Surf Council.
I was born at Hoag Hospital, I attended Corona del Mar High School, and currently live in Costa Mesa. I was a
junior lifeguard for three years under director Reenie Boyer.
I am very familiar with the debate over the blackball situation In Newport Beach.
I support the Newport Beach Surf Council and it's initiatives.
Best Regards,
Josh Cornett
126 Lisa Lane
Costa Mesa, 92627
(949) 294 -0456
145
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Bridget Arthur <mizmermaid @yahoo.com>
Sent:
Sunday, November 10, 2013 8:24 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Blackies
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear Sir /Madam, Please let our kids surf on their soft tops! Give us tower 24 -28 jetty during the summer.
They don't want to come to the beach early when it is cold. Seems like just when the sun breaks through, the blackball
goes up! I have a whole gang of friends w/ kids that meets me @ Blackies during the summer. I'm that mom in the
wetsuit & baseball hat pushing kids in the whitewater. We would all stick around & get pizza or whatever for lunch from
the local businesses if we could hang out & surf till lunchtime.
I spoke up @ the meeting because summertime is the only time my kids really get to use their local beach. I feel like we
get pushed out of the water when all the inland people show up.
Please consider making it work for everybody... Not just tourists.
Thank you,
Bridget Arthur
16th street Costa Mesa
Sent from my iPhone
146
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
Bill Brown
Bill.bbrown@yahoo.com
949 836 -8856 cell
Sent from Fad
Bill Brown <bcubedbbb @yahoo.com>
Sunday, November 10, 2013 4:33 PM
Blackball
I support the NSC's recommendations.
Follow up
Completed
147
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Celia Goulding <celia.goulding @uci.edu>
Sent:
Sunday, November 10, 2013 1:19 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Blackball
Attachments:
NewportSurfCouncilBlackball.pdf
Follow Up Flag: Fallow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear Newport BeacH govemmenl members.
Being an avid surfer and also a member of local educational system and a resident of Costa Mesa, I fully support the NSC
recommendations - see attached PDP.
If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact me.
Best
Dr. Celia Goulding.
Celia W. Goulding, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Departments of Molecular Biology and Biochemistry
& Pharmaceutical Sciences
UC at Irvine
2212 Natural Sciences I
Irvine, CA, 92697 -3900
Tel: (949) 824 -0337
Fax: (949) 824 -8551
Website: http: /leouldinglab.bio.uci.edu
148
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Jill Byford <jillbyford @yahoo.com>
Sent:
Sunday, November 10, 2013 10:00 AM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
support for NSC recommendations
Attachments:
NewportSurfCouncilBlackball.pdf
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Hello,
I am writing this email in support of the NSC recommendations to change the blackball laws for
Newport Beaches.
My 9yr old son and I love to surf and would love to see these changes to the current laws.
Thank you for your time.
Sincerely,
Jill Byford
149
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Kim and Tim Hartnett <tkdj @roadrunner.com>
Sent: Sunday, November 10, 2013 6:54 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: NSC Recommendations
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
I, Devyn Hartnett, have read, agree with, and support the
recommendations made by the Newport Surf Council on
the revisions of the current blackball policy.
I believe it's balanced, and will create an equal, more
enjoyable opportunity for all users of the cities beaches.
- Devyn Hartnett
949 - 673 -3236
150
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Robert Moddelmog <robertmoddelmog @gmail.com>
Sent: Saturday, November 09, 2013 8:05 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: Yes to Newport Surf Council and "Surf Zones"
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Hello,
As a long -time surfer who was born and raised in Newport Beach, I lend my enthusiastic support to the
Newport Surf Council's plan to adjust the Blackball policy.
Their specific recommendation to establish a full -time surfing zone would be incredibly helpful. As it now
stands, surfers who want to enjoy the ocean on summer days are often relegated to surfing in front of the Santa
Ana river, which is very hazardous to their health. Newport prides itself on its beach culture, yet it treats certain
denizens of the beach like they are a nuisance.
I have spent much time surfing and swimming in San Clemente, which has surf -only and swim -only areas.
In fact, MY FAMILY PURPOSELY VACATIONS IN SAN CLEMENTE SO WE CAN USE THEIR SURF
ZONES. May I repeat: we leave Newport, and spend our money in San Clemente, in order to take advantage of
San Clemente's more practical beach - zoning. That way, our whole family can have fun, not just those of us who
prefer to swim. In addition, we always go with at least 3 other families, who also enjoy San Clemente's more
hospitable beach zoning. "Surf Zones ", therefore, seem like the logical solution. It would even bring more
vacationing surfers to Newport as well.
Surfers and swimmers both know that the two activities do not always mix well together. Luckily, the City does
not have to pick one activity or the other. They can pick both, and please both sides. As it now stands, the City
has picked swimmers. When they arrive, no matter where they are, surfers must leave.
Many beach -goers come to watch surfers. I am sure that they would be delighted to learn that surfers are getting
equal respect. Currently, most tourists are probably not even aware of what their presence means for other
ocean- users.
I ask that the Blackball Working Group create "Surf Zones ", as well as the rest of the Newport Surf Council's
recommendations, as a logical solution to the problem of conflicting beach uses.
Thanks so much for your time,
Robert Moddelmog
City Resident
2328 Holly Lane
Newport Beach, CA
151
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: dylan sheehan <dylan.sheehan @live.com>
Sent: Saturday, November 09, 2013 5:14 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: It's Time for a Change!
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
It is time to revise our blackball regulations in Newport! Ever since I was kid I have been kicked out of the
water with my surfboard because of blackball, often times the surfers outnumbered the non surfers... This
needs to end! by working with the Newport Surf Council, I am sure we can come to an agreement that makes
eveyone happy, and make Newport an even more desirable surfing destination than it already is.
Let's make everyone happy and give surfers a place to surf at all times!
Thanks for your cooperation
Dylan Sheehan
Lifelong Newport Beach resident and surfer
152
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Mike Wetzel <mwetzel @roadrunner.com>
Sent: Saturday, November 09, 2013 3:56 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: agree with the Newport Surf Council's recommendations
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Hello ,
I agree with the Newport Surf Council's recommendations.
Thk U
Mike Wetzel
Newport resident
153
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Darren Gude <gudetime @gmaiLcom>
Sent:
Saturday, November 09, 2013 1:S8 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
No more blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Surfers in Newport Beach should have a designated surf spot. It is silly that during the summer all spots can be
potentially black balled... absolutely makes not sense. NB is a surf community!!
154
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Taylor Patton <tapa2863 @colorado.edu>
Sent: Saturday, November 09, 2013 1:49 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: Blackball Revisions
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear Council,
I greatly support all the revisions made by the NSC, concerning the blackball regulations. All day surfing zones in the
Summer is needed and fair to the surfing community. Also, the reduction of hours and months of the 40th st. - 44th st.
jetties is a must. That area is extremely under utilized and provides waves of excellent quality during the months it is
closed to surfers. I also find the extension of blackball hours at Newport pier /Blackies during the summer is very
important. The people of Blackies area very tight community and they pride surfing their break even when the waves are
extremely small. It is a beach where you can sit out and surf with all your close friends and converse amongst each
other out in the line up. It's is a calm and peace environment,but during the summer these beautiful days are halted by
the infamous blackball. The revisions by the NCS are reasonable and more than fair for a deserving surf community.
Thank you,
Taylor Patton
155
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Rebecca Shupe <rebecca.shupe @earthlink.net>
Sent: Saturday, November 09, 2013 1:09 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: RE: INPUT FROM THE SURFING COMMUNITY ON REVISIONS TO BLACKBALL
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
I agree with and support the Newport Surf Council's recommendation as outlined below:
NOVEMBER 7, 2013
TO: BLACKBALL WORKING GROUP
FROM: NEWPORT SURF COUNCIL
RE: INPUT FROM THE SURFING COMMUNITY ON REVISIONS TO BLACKBALL
Dear Members of the Blackball Working Group,
The Newport Surf Council (NSC) was established in 1995 and represents a variety of longtime Newport Beach residents
with families and an interest in surfboard riding across all of the City's varied breaks and beaches. Members of the NSC
have been deeply involved in advising the City on surfing regulations since the 1970s and represent the strongest
historical awareness available on the issue and its evolution over time.
Recent meetings of the NSC have produced a consensus and a list of recommendations that the surfing community
believes are reasonable and just in maintaining public safety while increasing access to the waves during the summer
months. It is believed the surfing community and industry at large will give its full support to the platform crafted by the
NSC committee upon its release.
These recommendations as presented are in basic conceptual form, and the exact implementation would be molded in
future discussions. These recommendations include:
1. Establishment of areas where surfing may safely take place all day long during the summer.
• Newport remains the only coastal city in Orange County without any all day surfing area.
• The plan for three surfing zones in the jetty area that was approved and recommended by the Parks, Beaches and
Recreation Commission in 1995 is still viable and should be instituted for 2014 on a trial basis.
2. Reduction to the hours and days when surfing is prohibited at 40th -44th Street.
• This surfing resource is underutilized much of the year and much of each day.
• Enforcement of the no- surfing rule often diverts Lifeguard resources from a safety focus.
• Limit surfing restrictions to times lifeguard towers are staffed June 15 — September 10.
3. Continue to advance the use of discretion to allow more surfing when conditions warrant.
• Increase awareness of Lifeguard policies /criteria on when the blackball will be applied.
• Create system for extended surfing time at Blackies /Pier area on busy summer mornings.
• Allow surfing to continue during most red flag conditions.
• Allow users of blackball- approved bodyboards to legally ride in a standing position.
156
4. Defer any in -depth discussion on regulations at the Wedge for one year.
• The Wedge represents a tiny fraction of the overall beach use patterns in Newport.
• Just as it was handled in the early 1990s, the Wedge- specific regulations ought to be considered separately from the
larger issues facing Newport as a whole.
• Quality data on the usage rates of the many groupsvying for special access to the Wedge should be collected through
next summer so the issue can be better addressed in the future.
The Newport Surf Council is committed to once again working with City Staff, Commissions and the Council to develop
sensible solutions to surfzone access while maintaining safety for both year -round members of the Newport Beach
community and day -use visitors to our beaches. With long -term experience and a reasoned, common voice, we look
forward to a successful and popular update to the surfing regulations in the coming months.
Respectfully Yours,
Newport Surf Council Recommendation Committee
157
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Tim <tfkmd @yahoo.com>
Sent: Saturday, November 09, 2013 11:29 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: NewportSurfCouncilBlackball.pdf
Attachments: NewportSurfCouncilBlackball.pdf, ATT00001.txt
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
To Whom it May Concern,
I am in support of establishing new regulations that would designate some beach zones for surfing with no restriction on
days /times, including the summer months. Thank you
Timothy F. Kelley, MD
158
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Jonathan Townsend <mail @changemail.org>
Sent: Saturday, November 09, 2013 10:04 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: 100 new signers: Tiffany Yeh, dawna dorcas.,.
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Another 100 people added their names to Aaron Peluso's petition "Newport Beach City Council: End Blackball
at the Wedge" -- momentum is growing.
There are now 3700 signatures on this petition. Read reasons why people are signing, and respond to Aaron
Peluso by clicking here:
http: //www.change.org/ /petitions /newport- beach -city- council- end - blackball- at -the-
wedge /responses /new ?response= 14052667e298
Dear Blackball Working Group,
The Wedge is one of the most premiere skimboarding, bodyboarding and surfing waves in the world. Yet for
decades board riders of all types have been prohibited from enjoying this public resource during the majority
of the south swell season. The City of Newport Beach needs to re- evaluate its policy found in resolution 95-
116 and all revisions thereto, to establish rules that can best serve communities which deserve access to this
public space. Further, the city should explicitly address and reverse its discriminatory practice of granting
exclusive use of this public space to a preferred group of wave riding athletes (bodysurfers). Please end
blackball at The Wedge and allow all wave riding athletes equal access to this world class location.
Sincerely,
3599. Tiffany Yeh Fremont, California
3600. dawna dorcas fontana, California
3601.Schandra Loveless Cleveland, Tennessee
3602. Teshawn Edmonds Brooklyn, New York
3603. Gabriel Garcia Glendora, California
3604. Beverly Walters - Parkison Bullhead City, Arizona
3605. David Sizemore Albany, Ga, Georgia
3607. ANGELA CUNHA Curitiba, Puerto Rico
3608. Ron Sonesen Sonesen Ocala, Florida
3609. Haley Hernandez El Paso, Texas
3610. Matt Myers Austin, Texas
3611. Kirsten Larsen Mhoja Copenhagen, DK, District Of Columbia
3612. jeelani hello englewood, New Jersey
3613. Emanuel Ormonde Lowell, Massachusetts
3614. Margaret Hinsvark Ithaca, New York
3615. Nate Best Montauk, New York
3616. adelina nohrnberg Sunnyvale, California
3617. stacia young Canton, Michigan
3618. Davina Gochenouer Pickerington, Ohio
159
3619. Summer Medel Flushing, Michigan
3620. Monica Mckieman Upper Lake, California
3621. Erin Gieder Tampa, Florida
3622. theresa hadley mattapoisett, Massachusetts
3623. Nicole Maschke Cleveland, Ohio
3624. Lauren Highsmith Newnan, Georgia
3625. Seth Quinto hallandale, Florida
3626. Nicholas Lieber Newport Beach, California
3627. Kathryn Grant New York, New York
3628. eric riddell Las Vegas, Nevada
3629. Clayton Graham Sacramento, California
3630. Colin dwyer Pacifica, California
3631. Melanie Sinclair Kenmore, Washington
3632. Lonique Steele Taylor, Michigan
3633. James Andersen Colleyville, Texas
3634. GARY MADOLE EDGEWATER, Florida
3636. Jane Shevtsov Valley Village, California
3637. Hadley McManus Portland, Oregon
3638. Kimberly Myers Battle Ground, Washington
3639. Chelsea Mckinney Seagoville, Texas
3640. johnatan h6rault , Argentina
3641. John MC Fadden Co Donegal, Colorado
3642. Nicholas Yokley Potomac, Maryland
3643. Sam Poikail Silver Spring, Maryland
3644. Gary Tubb Copley, Ohio
3645. Kelsey Sampson Brighton, Massachusetts
3646. Chia Longtree Valley Center, California
3647. Gena Crow Victoria, Texas
3648. Sonia Kovitz Columbus, Ohio
3649. Harrison Bergholz Simi Valley, California
3650. Huynh Thanh Ngoc Diep Can Thu, Virgin Islands
3 65 1. Brian McGuire Jacksonville, Florida
3652. Alejandra Castellanos Oxnard, California
3653. Miriah Yurick Chicago, Illinois
3654. Michael Casso Falmouth, Massachusetts
3655. Elizabeth Farkas Tucson, Arizona
3656. gary Catalino Torrance, California
3657. Eric Nau Deer Park, New York
3658. scald crow d, Alabama
3659. Jamie Defay Collins Haleiwa, Hawaii
3660. Kenna Todd Granite Falls, Washington
3661. Nicky Ng Buena Park, California
3662. Steve glade Newport beach, California
3663, Bobi Monroe Ventura, California
3664. Verna Orzechowski Livonia, Michigan
3665. Bruce Bulman Evansville, Wyoming
3666. Joao Monteiro , Portugal
3667. Joao Vilar , Portugal
3668. Maia Dery Efland, North Carolina
3669. Sylvain Bode, France
3670. Barbara Drake Newton Falls, Ohio
160
3671. Debra Moore Clio, Michigan
3672. Dana Kocsis Burbank, California
3673. Cassie Williams Stephens City, Virginia
3674. Ryan Kuja wattle, Washington
3675. Jessica Stabler Riverton, Utah
3676. Tiago Merpon vila velha,
3677. Cory Rahmberg New Orleans, Louisiana
3678. Shakkai Goldshild Coleville, California
3679. Jonathan Gilfry studio city, California
3680. gene groom orting, Washington
3681. Lynna Dhanani New Haven, Connecticut
3682. luke greant phinox, District Of Columbia
3683. vasco mello , Portugal
3684. Patrick Sullivan Newport, Rhode Island
3685. 1. quinones miami beach, Florida
3686. Zane Evans Golden, Colorado
3687. Henry Payne Newport, Rhode Island
3688. Freja Falson Lake Oswego, Oregon
3689. Alejandro Alonso Harrison, New Jersey
3690. See D'Orazio Agoura Hills, California
3691. Danielle Moseley Los Angeles, California
3692. Lara Cassell Bayside, New York
3693. Chris Berlet La Harpe, Illinois
3694. Martin Marcus San Diego, California
3695. mara nez chicago, Illinois
3696. Blair Sullenger Oceanside, California
3697. Lea Hodges Ashburn, Virginia
3698. Elizabeth Walton Austin, Texas
3699. Rebecca Wells Stottville, New York
3700. Jonathan Townsend Minneapolis, Minnesota
El
161
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
alsdetailing @att.net
Sent:
Saturday, November 09, 2013 9AS AM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Blackball issue
Follow Up Flag: Fallow up
Flag Status: Completed
As a longtime resident of Newport beach, I totally agree with all that is being proposed with all that is said on
the issue of the black ball. Look, as we start getting up in age, surfing is a big part of my everyday life style. Its
so nice that we have a beach where we can surf any part of the day without prosecution. Go strong residents,
we put our time in. Thank you.
Sent from Windows Mail
162
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Jared mell <clashbash @gmail.com>
Sent: Saturday, November 09, 2013 12:28 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: blackball situations
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear Members of the Blackball Working Group,
The Newport Surf Council (NSC) was established in 1995 and represents a variety of longtime Newport Beach residents
with families and an interest in surfboard riding across all of the City's varied breaks and beaches. Members of the NSC
have been deeply involved in advising the City on surfing regulations since the 1970s and represent the strongest
historical awareness available on the issue and its evolution over time.
Recent meetings of the NSC have produced a consensus and a list of recommendations that the surfing community
believes are reasonable and just in maintaining public safety while increasing access to the waves during the summer
months. It is believed the surfing community and industry at large will give its full support to the platform crafted by the
NSC committee upon its release.
These recommendations as presented are in basic conceptual form, and the exact implementation would be molded in
future discussions. These recommendations include:
1. Establishment of areas where surfing may safely take place all day long during the summer.
• Newport remains the only coastal city in Orange County without any all day surfing area.
• The plan for three surfing zones in the jetty area that was approved and recommended by the Parks, Beaches and
Recreation Commission in 1995 is still viable and should be
instituted for 2014 on a trial basis.
2. Reduction to the hours and days when surfing is prohibited at 40th -44th Street.
• This surfing resource is underutilized much of the year and much of each day.
• Enforcement of the no- surfing rule often diverts Lifeguard resources from a safety focus.
• Limit surfing restrictions to times lifeguard towers are staffed June 15 — September 10.
3. Continue to advance the use of discretion to allow more surfing when conditions warrant.
• Increase awareness of Lifeguard policies /criteria on when the blackball will be applied.
• Create system for extended surfing time at Blackies /Pier area on busy summer mornings.
• Allow surfing to continue during most red flag conditions.
• Allow users of blackball- approved bodyboards to legally ride in a standing position.
4. Defer any in -depth discussion on regulations at the Wedge for one year.
• The Wedge represents a tiny fraction of the overall beach use patterns in Newport.
• Just as it was handled in the early 1990s, the Wedge- specific regulations ought to be
considered separately from the larger issues facing Newport as a whole.
163
• Quality data on the usage rates of the many groups vying for special access to the Wedge
should be collected through next summer so the issue can be better addressed in the future.
The Newport Surf Council is committed to once again working with City Staff, Commissions and the Council to develop
sensible solutions to surfzone access while maintaining safety for both year -round members of the Newport Beach
community and day -use visitors to our beaches. With long -term experience and a reasoned, common voice, we look
forward to a successful and popular update to the surfing regulations in the coming months.
164
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Andrew Jeffs <awjeffs @roadrunner.com>
Sent:
Friday, November 08, 2013 6:20 PM
To:
Blackball
Cc:
'Andrew Jeffs'
Subject:
Support for the NSC recommendations
Attachments:
NewportSurfCouncilBlackball.pdf
Follow Up Flag:
Follow up
Flag Status:
Completed
Dear Blackball Working Group,
I wanted to express support for the Newport Surf Council (NSC) recommendations.
As longtime resident of this area, new options need to be considered for the future.
Thank you for the consideration.
All the best.
Andrew Jeffs
awieffs @roadrunner.com
165
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Murphy, Kevin <KeMurphy @fnf.com>
Sent:
Friday, November 08, 2013 3:34 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Fw:
Attachments:
mnb_ blackball- map.pdf; wnb_blackball- chart.pdf
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
I just received the proposal forwarded to you by the Newport Surf Council. I have to comment on the fabrication of their
proposal.
First, members of committee putting wrong city to show they live in Newport Beach. NOT TRUE
2nd, in regards to 40/44th. They said "This surfing resource is under utilized much of each day." Because I body surf I'm
forced to go out at this area called Boogie Land. I go everyday and it's always crowded because it's the ONLY place you
don't have to worry about get hit by surfboards. This is a complete lie by the surfing committee.
3rd. "Allow surfing to continue during most red flag conditions." So here's what they're really saying; when the surf is
good give us ALL the waves ALL the time.
What about the boogie boarders and body surfers who Love good big waves?
The surfer doesn't care about us, it's all about them.
Please look at the graph I've attached to show how many hours the surfers already get. AND THEY WANT MORE.
Please look at the graph showing their proposed streets with no blackball at all.
They are asking for 40% of the prime swimming areas between the jetties to control ALL day. Please tell me I'm not the
only one who see's this as a major injustice to ALL swimmers. I believe the ocean is for ALL people to enjoy and not have
to worry about getting run over by these surfers who has no regard for anyone but themselves.
The ocean is bigger then the 200 surfers who surf everyday. How about the safety of the 100,000 people who line the
shoreline just waiting for blackball to go up so we can enjoy our limited 4 hours we get. By the way with blackball the
surfers get 10 hours a day.
Sincerely,
Kevin Murphy
Vice President
Hall of Fame
Fidelity National Title
19000 MacArthur Blvd. Ste. 300
Irvine, ca 92612
Cell 714 624 2906
Fax 949 788 2893
Kemurphy @fnf.com
From: Stoehr III, Carl
Sent: Friday, November 08, 2013 10:58:27 PM
To: Murphy, Kevin
Subject:
166
r 4
375
350
325
300
275
250
225
200
175
1S0
125
100
75
50
279
Blackball in West Newport Beach
Based off ofhours a day of available sunlight
252 257#
330
372
167
318A
310 310
330+
37:
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Victoria Scott <vscottemail @gmail.com>
Sent: Friday, November 08, 2013 3:17 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: NSC's Input on Blackballs throughout Newport Beach
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
As a local resident and surfer for over 15 years. I wholly agree with NSC's propasals for some time of
compromise regarding the Blackball policy. Thank you for your consideration and open mind.
- Victoria Scott
169
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Jade Bunke <mastermind3208 @yahoo.com>
Sent: Friday, November 08, 2013 2:27 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: Newport Surf Council: Forging a Partnership
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
The purpose of this message is to express my support for the Newport Surf Council's proposal. In Newport, surfing is an
integral component of the community's culture. In fact, it is a lifestyle that affects our families, friends, and neighbors. In
short, it is in our community's best interest to forge a working partnership with the Newport Surf Council.
Please let me know if you have any questions
Sincerely,
Jade Bunke, MBA
Marketing Scientist
(949) 463 -9897
170
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: csj @seacrownventures.com
Sent: Friday, November 08, 2013 2:16 PM
To: Blackball
Attachments: N ewpo rtSu rfCo u nc i I Blackball. pdf
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Greetings,
my family of four endorses the recommendations for changes to the current Blackball Law made by the Newport Surf
Council (NSC).
I have joined the NSC as vice chair and look forward to a positive process of revising the law to address the needs of the
community and enhancing ocean safety for all.
Best Regards,
Stefan Jeremias
339 Onyx Ave.
Balboa Island, CA 92662
171
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Brandon Welty <Brandon @luckyl3.com>
Sent:
Friday, November 08, 2013 1:15 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
BLACK BALL WORKING GROUP
Follow Up Flag: Fallow up
Flag Status: Completed
1100% agree with the below statements and hope you hear our voices! As a tax paying citizen I believe we are standing
up for what is right!!!!
THANK YOU FOR LISTENING
The Newport Surf Council (NSC) was established in 1995 and represents a variety of longtime Newport Beach residents
with families and an interest in surfboard riding across all of the City's varied breaks and beaches. Members of the NSC
have been deeply involved in advising the City on surfing regulations since the 1970s and represent the strongest
historical awareness available on the issue and its evolution over time.
Recent meetings of the NSC have produced a consensus and a list of recommendations that the surfing community
believes are reasonable and just in maintaining public safety while increasing access to the waves during the summer
months. It is believed the surfing community and industry at large will give its full support to the platform crafted by the
NSC committee upon its release.
These recommendations as presented are in basic conceptual form, and the exact implementation would be molded in
future discussions. These recommendations include:
1. Establishment of areas where surfing may safely take place all day long during the summer.
• Newport remains the only coastal city in Orange County without any all day surfing area.
• The plan for three surfing zones in the jetty area that was approved and recommended by the Parks, Beaches and
Recreation Commission in 1995 is still viable and should be
instituted for 2014 on a trial basis.
2. Reduction to the hours and days when surfing is prohibited at 40th -44th Street.
• This surfing resource is underutilized much of the year and much of each day.
• Enforcement of the no- surfing rule often diverts Lifeguard resources from a safety focus.
• Limit surfing restrictions to times lifeguard towers are staffed June 15 — September 10.
3. Continue to advance the use of discretion to allow more surfing when conditions warrant.
• Increase awareness of Lifeguard policies /criteria on when the blackball will be applied.
• Create system for extended surfing time at Blackies /Pier area on busy summer mornings.
• Allow surfing to continue during most red flag conditions.
• Allow users of blackball- approved bodyboards to legally ride in a standing position.
4. Defer any in -depth discussion on regulations at the Wedge for one year.
• The Wedge represents a tiny fraction of the overall beach use patterns in Newport.
172
• Just as it was handled in the early 1990s, the Wedge- specific regulations ought to be
considered separately from the larger issues facing Newport as a whole.
• Quality data on the usage rates of the many groups vying for special access to the Wedge
should be collected through next summer so the issue can be better addressed in the future.
The Newport Surf Council is committed to once again working with City Staff, Commissions and the Council to develop
sensible solutions to surfzone access while maintaining safety for both year -round members of the Newport Beach
community and day -use visitors to our beaches. With long -term experience and a reasoned, common voice, we look
forward to a successful and popular update to the surfing regulations in the coming months.
Respectfully Yours,
Newport Surf Council Recommendation Committee
Brandon Cody Welty
East Coast Sales
1300 East Wakeham Avenue
Santa Ana, CA 92705
Direct Line: 949 -212 -6814
Phone: (714)953 -7555 x4546
Fix: (714)953 -7577
Click links below for updated catalogs
Lucky 13 - Low Tide Catalog
Lucky 13 - Endless Bummer Catalog
Lucky 13 - Accessory Catalog
Lucky 13 -Standard Classics Catalog
Lucky 13 -Top Shelf Catalog
173
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Attachments:
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
Dear Blackball Working Group
john cecil <john.cecil @innovatemedia.com>
Friday, November 08, 2013 12:42 PM
Blackball
NSC recommendations
NewportSurfCou ncilBlackball.pdf
Follow up
Completed
I support the support the NSC recommendations in the attached pdf and hope that you especially look at issue #
4. Deferring the wedge issue for one year makes sense - that particular beach is its own animal and is not a
typical beach in Newport with regards to the blackball rules. If we could get 1 year under our belt with new
rules it would make "addressing" the wedge a lot easier.
Regards,
John Cecil
2007 Port Provence
Newport Beach, CA 92660
(P)(949)330 -6293
174
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Jason Panzarino <jpanzarinol @gmail.com>
Sent:
Friday, November 08, 2013 11:02 AM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Surf Council
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Just emailing you regarding your work to improve the surfing blackball regulations in Newport Beach.
1 am a resident of Newport Beach and I fully support your efforts and proposed ideas for modifying the current
regulations.
Just wanted to show my support!
Regards,
Jason Panzarino
175
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Tim Carr <Tim @tcgrentals.com>
Sent:
Friday, November 08, 2013 10:48 AM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
NSC Recommendations
Follow Up Flag:
Follow up
Flag Status:
Completed
I support the NSC Recommendations.
Regards,
Tim Carr
P 949.631.9999 F 949.698.1915
660 1Newport C:e^ er Dave #200
Newpoi' Beach, CA 92560,
www.timcarrqroup.com
CA DR9 License #0'1017277
Notice of Service Expiration
Trend Micro Hosted Email Security provides filtering and delivery of your email.
Due to an expired license, the service will stop processing and delivering your messages
anytime soon. For questions and concerns about email security and availability, please
contact your mail administrator.
176
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Isaac <isaacmares @gmaitcom>
Sent: Friday, November 08, 2013 9:35 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: Newport Beach Surf Council
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Hi,
As a Newport Beach resident and surfer I support the Newport Beach Surf Council and their initiatives to ensure that key
surf zones between 44th street and the River Jetties remain open to hard board surfers throughout the summer months.
Thank you for your consideration.
Isaac Bodenhamer
896 Halyard Place
Newport Beach, CA 92663
177
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Hurley, Bob (Hurley) <Bob_Hurley @hurley.com>
Sent: Friday, November 08, 2013 9:14 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: FW: Please help in the Newport Beach blackball fight!
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
From: Nike <bob hurley@hurley.com>
Date: Friday, November 8, 2013 7:57 AM
To: <blackball2newportbeachca.gov>
Subject: FW: Please help in the Newport Beach blackball fight!
I am a Newport beach property owner @6706 & 6708 W oceanfront. We fully support the initiative for a more equitable
blackball policy. It has not been updated in 18 years and would seem a good time to review. Thank you for your
consideration.
Bob and Shelley Hurley
178
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Randall Taylor <rtaylor @saltoptics.com>
Sent: Friday, November 08, 2013 8:25 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: Support
Fallow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
As a longtime resident of Newport I fully agree with the Newport Surf Council's recommendations.
Sincerely,
Randall Taylor
SALT.
1011 1NDfP €NDENT OOTTtC.S. COMPANY
1607 MONK OViA AVENUE
COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA 92627
IT): 949,514.3800 $F #:441.S ?4.3804
Swl: SAtTOPTI£SXOM
179
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Dave Manning <surferdavepics @gmail.com>
Sent:
Thursday, November 07, 2013 10:55 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Blackball issue
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
As a local body and surfboard rider, i support the recommendations being discussed for implementation.
Dave Manning
Costa Mesa, Ca. 92626
180
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Pat Kenney <pkenney78 @gmail.com>
Sent:
Thursday, November 07, 2013 7:39 PM
To:
Blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
To whom it may concern,
My name is Patrick Kenney. I live at 409 Dahlia Ave Corona Del Mar. I am writing this letter to inform you that I
support the Newport Beach Surf Council and their initiatives.
Sincerely,
Pat Kenney
181
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Lorin@LE-Creative.com
Sent:
Thursday, November 07, 2013 5:23 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Newport Blackball
Attachments:
NewportSurfCouncilBlackball.pdf
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear Blackball Working Group,
The purpose of this email is to show support of the Newport Surf Council's proposal to loosen blackball rules in
Newport Beach and open up some all day hardboard accessible beaches.
As a native Newport Beach resident bom at Hoag, I've spent my entire childhood and most of my adult life
living on the Newport Peninsula between 38th and 51st street. I have been beach going under the blackball rules
my entire life and watched many city council meetings dealing with this community issue. Although the
surprise 1995 blackball ruling by the city council was essentially a loss for surfers in that surfers were once
again denied access to any beach in the city during blackball, the discretionary rule has mostly worked out
better than rigid 12 -4pm blackball rule it was previously. But now is the time to revisit the issue with an ever
growing and strong surfing community for something more fair for all that enjoy the ocean.
Below are some points I want to make:
1) 1 think the blackball discretion rule should be looked at a little closer to allow for more hardboard access
when conditions arc large and or dangerous (red and yellow flag). There is an "off the books" rule that says 25
people in the water or 100 on the beach = blackball. However, if conditions arc too dangerous for most
swimmers, this should allow time for surfers to be out there for a few reasons.
- Surfers help save lives. Every summer I help out on average of 3 people who get swept by rip currents into the
jetties or out to see. Surfers can get there before the lifeguards as they're already out with the victims. Surfers
and lifeguards can and do work together.
- On larger days beach goers will mainly stay along the shoreline and not out into the impact zone. Thus there is
less likelihood of surfers and swimmers coming in dangerous contact.
2) The 40th -44th st special blackball area needs to be reassessed. It is too long, underused, and sucks Lifeguard
resources. Although I think it should be normal blackball rules like the other beaches, the alternative could be to
shorten the 6 month blackball window down to normal blackball summer months when the towers are staffed.
My main local surf spot is the north side off 44th street jetty. I spend hours and hours watching the 40 -44 zone
empty especially in spring and fall, yet surfers are still regularly kicked out. Surfers are dedicated year round,
boogie boarders are much more seasonal. i also watch how the lifeguards have to continually harass surfers in
this zone when I'm sure there are more important and cost effective things they could be doing.
3) Shorten blackball summer term to July 1 - Sept 1. I notice beach usage drops tremendously outside this
window. Likely because June the weather is overcast, and then by septcmbcr the schools are all back in session.
I think the city could save resources by cutting out a month of blackball season and not have any real downtime
182
in terms of safety. Of course allow for tower staffing and discretionary blackball on holidays like Memorial Day
and Labor Day.
4) "Vacation renters want blackball!" I heard this argument in 1995 and will likely hear it again but it is a total
fallacy. I did some research on vrbo.com which is a major vacation rental website. I searched for hours through
the site looking at westside peninsula rentals. Every single rental I looked at listed "surfing" as an amenity.
Furthermore, not a single rental made mention that blackball was a perk for safe swimming in front of the
rental. Please do not be fooled by this argument by renters, it is a myth. I urge you to look through vrbo.com to
research this same info so the BWG can see as well. Vacation renters come to Newport so they can have that
opportunity to surf, boogie board, swim, watch sunsets, and experience beach life. Surfing is a selling point for
these rentals, not a negative.
5) Hardboard definition: This has been a very confusing and unclear rule over the years that I think needs to be
defined. The city ordinance essentially only speaks about the materials being used in the flotation device, yet
people are kicked out of the water for standing up on a boogie board. This is discriminatory to a targeted sect of
people. The hardboard rule is about safety and I understand that, but if two people take out the same exact board
what does it matter how you ride it? Is it more safe on your stomach vs standing? is it safer to ride on your
head? your back? drop knee? The city should not be getting into how you ride your floatation device, but
instead whether the craft is safe around others. Build the rule around materials and height requirement, and keep
in mind that there are large sized bodyboards for big people that lay prone, there are also boogieboard fins
(skegs) that prone riders use. So whatever the blackball definition becomes the guards should be consistent in
kicking out boogie boarders and surfers the same if the board doesn't fit within the criteria.
6) Surf accessible vs Surf only zone: I have heard a lot of chatter about trying to drastically separate surfers
from swimmers for safety reasons by breaking up jetty usage to surfer only and swimmer only. I want to say I'm
opposed to making "surf only" zones. I find this to be a special and privileged concept for surfers, yet this is
essentially what surfers are fighting against. Surfers do not need a special surf only zone(s), but instead just a
relaxing of blackball in areas that makes surfing accessible all day. Essentially blackball just doesn't go up in
these areas. I say this for a few reasons;
- If a beach user wants to go take a dip in a surf only zone it will be illegal. They would have to walk to a
blackball zone to even touch the water. Think about how this will be monitored by lifeguards. Are they going to
have to jump out of their tower to yell at a kid for putting his feet in the water?
- The zones will work themselves out naturally. If a boogie boarder or bodysurfer wants to go out and catch
waves they will likely choose the blackball area over competing with surfers.
- I now have two young children (6 & 3) and we frequent the beach and I'm seeing the next generation of
parents and children and the beach lifestyle that comes with living in the area. I surf, my 6 year old surfs, and
boogie boards, skimboards, and bodysurfs. We often go down as a family and I would wonder where to set up
camp if there were surf only zones. If we set up in the surf only zone my wife and 3 year old daughter could not
touch the water. They would have to walk to a blackball zone. If my boy wanted to grab his boogie board he
would also have to go to a blackball zone and would need a parent to follow. This same applies in vice versa. I
think it's unreasonable to expect families to have to pick up and move beach chairs, umbrella, cooler, boards,
towels etc every time a family member wants to go in the water.
7) From all the research I have done I have yet to find a single coastal city not only in Orange County, or even
California, but in the entire world that does not have an all day surfing accessible beach. Let's change that.
Thank you for your time and consideration in regards to building a well thought out plan for the Blackball
regulations. I look forward to positive results.
183
kindly,
-Lorin Ely- McGregor
184
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Jason Carrougher <jarrougher @Volcom.com>
Sent:
Thursday, November 07, 2013 3:52 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
blackball review
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
I am in support of the proposal that has been presented by the Newport Surf Council to the city .
Thank you for your time,
Jason Carrougher,
Newport beach resident.
185
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Gmail <phllp.lpint61 @gmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, November 07, 2013 3:28 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: Support for Newport Surf Council Recommendations
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
I am a lifelong surfer, resident of Newport since 1964, homeowner, tax payer, father, business owner and concerned
citizen.
I urge the Blackball Committee to adopt the sensible and reasonable recommendations submitted by the Newport Surf
Council.
The fact that there is not a single area where surfers can surf all day in the summer is unconscionable for a town known
around the world for surfing.
Phillip La Plante
949.378.7740
186
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: craig barker <craigb @epicuren.com>
Sent: Thursday, November 07, 2013 3:07 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: NSC proposal
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Hello there,
I just wanted to send a quick email to show my support for the proposal put forward by the Newport Surf Council. As a
former Newport resident, current Costa Mesa resident and long time Newport surfer, I feel this proposal is an excellent
step toward a solution to mutual surfing /beach access.
Thank you,
Craig Barker
Art Director
Epicuren Art Dept. / Packaging
26081 Merit Circle Suite 1 17
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Phone 949.588.5807 ex 107
Fax 949.348.2363
Cell 949.939.7499
www.epicuren.com
Aplease consider the environment before printing this e-mail
187
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Brian Sanders < Brian .Sanders @lajollagroup.com>
Sent: Thursday, November 07, 2013 2:46 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: Newport Surf Council
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Hi,
I'm writing this letter to voice my strong support for the recommendations of the Newport Surf Council in regards to
their recommendations regarding Black Ball.
As an avid surfer and 11 year resident of Newport Beach I feel that the Black Ball rules are overly restrictive and should
be re- addressed.
Best regards,
Brian Sanders
5116 Seashore Drive
Newport Beach, CA 92663
8tIBRIAN SANDERS
DIRECTOR Or WtS M01ORSP
1'- 949.428.300 0:949.723.726
34353 MYFDRD RD, IRVINE CA
BRIAN.S.ANDERM- AJOt AGRO
sk , } -
188
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
mike rogers <mpaddletime @yahoo.com>
Sent:
Thursday, November 07, 2013 2:14 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Blackball....
Follow Up Flag:
Follow up
Flag Status:
Completed
I support Tom Cozad and changing of the blackball in Newport.lm
born in Newport and now live in Costa Mesa..Truly Mike Rogers
189
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
To Whom it May Concern,
Daniel Netzer < danetzerl @aol.com>
Thursday, November 07, 2013 1:59 PM
Blackball
Newport Beach Blackball Proposal
Fallow up
Completed
Please see the attached proposal regarding Blackball Regulations in the City of Newport Beach.
Sincerely,
Daniel Netzer
danetzerl kaol.com
190
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Casey Bushong <casey @societyclothing.com>
Sent:
Thursday, November 07, 2013 1:15 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
I agree with the recommendations established by the city as well as the Newport Surf Council. I believe
allowing for more surfing is a good decision for both parties involved.
Thank You,
Casey
Casey Bushong
Graphic Designer
SOCIETY OF THE SUN
casev(a) societvcl oth i na. co m
c: 949.394.9474
www.societyclothing.com
www .facebook.com /societyclothing
www .instagram.com /societyclothing
This a -mail is intended only for the named person or entity to which it is addressed and contains valuable
business information that is proprietary, privileged, confidential and/or otherwise protected from disclosure.
If you received this e -mail in error, any review, use dissemination, distribution or copying of this e -mail
is strictly prohibited. Please notify us immediately of the error by forwarding the email to mfoie),societvclothing.com and
please delete the e-mail from your system, retaining no copies in any media. We appreciate your cooperation.
191
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Spencer pirdy <spencer @blisssmag.com>
Sent:
Thursday, November 07, 2013 1:09 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Support of the Newport Surf Council Proposal
Attachments:
NewportSurfCouncilBlackball.pdf
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Hello,
My name is Spencer Pirdy and I am the assistant editor at BD SSS magazine and have been a resident of Newport Beach for the past
26 years of my life. I am contacting you to show my support of the Newport Surf Council's proposal that has recently been presented
to you. It is my opinion that this proposal takes a fair and balanced approach towards blackball in the city of Newport Beach, and
places the safety and overall best interest of the general public above all else. I hope that you'll strongly consider recommending the
suggestions provided by the Newport Surf Council as I feel our whole city will reap the benefits as a result. I have attached a copy of
the proposal in case you'd like to refer to the document itself.
Lastly, I'd like to thank you for reading my email and for forming this committee to take the time to hear and gauge the publics
opinion on this issue. Good luck and have a great day!
Sincerely,
Spencer Pirdy
OUR-1
Spencer Pirdy
413 31st Street
newport beach, ca 92663
office 949.723.1330
fax 949.723.1334
cell 949.422.0609
spencer @bliss smag. com
192
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
lilred535 @aol.com
Sent:
Thursday, November 07, 2013 1:04 PM
To:
Blackball; Scott Morlan
Subject:
blackball policy
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Hi,
As a contractor for the City of Newport Beach Recreation, I have a few suggestions and requests as to what the new
blackball surfing policy should entail.
I am the co -owner of Endless Sun Surf School, and we've been bringing in revenue to the city of NB for over 40 years. If
the surfing hours between 18th street and 22nd street was extended to either all day or at least until noon or 1pm, that
would allow us to greatly increase our business hours, our profit, and therefore the revenue that the city receives from
us each summer.
In addition to this reason for not having blackball in this zone (18th -22nd st), many people have witnessed incidences of
swimmers getting swept into the pier, after being told to move toward the pier (after it becomes blackballed and "safe
for swimming "). This zone is very safe for surfing, however when summer south swells come, swimmers get literally
swept into the pier pilings after thinking this is a safe swimming zone. You obviously don't want this to happen, but I see
it happen time and again.
Please make the zone around the Newport beach pier a surfing only zone, and make the zone from tower 24 to tower 26
a blackball /swimming zone, where its actually safe for swimmers.
Thank you for reading this.
Amy Lowry
949 533 1022
Sent from my Whone
193
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Alex Xagorarakis <alex @ewdrilling.com>
Sent:
Thursday, November 07, 2013 1:01 PM
To:
Blackball
Cc:
newportsurfcouncil @gmail.com
Subject:
Attn: City Council - BLACKBALL WORKING GROUP FROM: NEWPORT SURF COUNCIL RE:
INPUT FROM THE SURFING COMMUNITY ON REVISIONS TO BLACKBALL
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Hello Newport Beach City Council,
Attn: City Council - BLACKBALL WORKING GROUP FROM: NEWPORT SURF COUNCIL RE: INPUT FROM
THE SURFING COMMUNITY ON REVISIONS TO BLACKBALL
After reading the revisions, I do agree with them all and look forward to the trail starting 2014. 1 am an avid
beach goer with my family and friends mostly spending our beach days in Newport Beach. I am teaching my
boys to surf and have limited access to the ocean during the summer black ball months. Having limited surfing
areas has only recreated a more dangerous ocean environment with the crowding of surfers within a 4 block
stretch of beach or from 68 tower north to Brookhurst, HB. If the ocean is always open to all surfers anytime
then there will be less crowded surfing conditions with spreading out the surfing areas and allowing access all
day.
Thank you,
Alex Xagorarakis
East West Machinery Exportina, Inc.
Phone: (949) 722 -8643 (CA office, USA)
Fax: (949) 722 -2561
Email: alex(a)ewdrilling.com
194
Mulvev, Jennifer
From: Alex Xagorarakis <alxxag @hotmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, November 07, 2013 12:58 PM
To: Blackball
Cc: newportsurfcounciI @gmaiLcom
Subject: Attn: City Council -BLACKBALL WORKING GROUP FROM: NEWPORT SURF COUNCIL RE:
INPUT FROM THE SURFING COMMUNITY ON REVISIONS TO BLACKBALL
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Hello Newport Beach City Council,
Attn: City Council - BLACKBALL WORKING GROUP FROM: NEWPORT SURF COUNCIL RE:
INPUT FROM THE SURFING COMMUNITY ON REVISIONS TO BLACKBALL
After reading the revisions, I do agree with them all and look forward to the trail starting 2014. 1 am an
avid beach goer with my family and friends mostly spending our beach days in Newport Beach. I am
teaching my boys to surf and have limited access to the ocean during the summer black ball months.
Having limited surfing areas has only recreated a more dangerous ocean environment with the
crowding of surfers within a 4 block stretch of beach or from 68 tower north to Brookhurst, HB. If the
ocean is always open to all surfers anytime then there will be less crowded surfing conditions with
spreading out the surfing areas and allowing access all day.
Thank you,
Alexandros Xagorarakis
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
949 -422 -2369 mobile
195
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
MICHAEL C MORAN <surfmoran @sbcglobal.net>
Sent:
Thursday, November 07, 2013 12:50 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Surf Council recommendations
Follow Up Flag:
Follow up
Flag Status:
Completed
As a surf family, with deep history on Newport's beaches, please seriously consider
these recommendations put forth by the surf council. We spend a few days a week at
Newport's beach /breaks all year round.. We can honestly see the recommendations
to be more than fair, for both surfers and beachgoers /swimmers and the adjustment
needed in lifeguards focus from policing surfers to eyes on those swimmers.
Thank you for this consideration,
Moran family
196
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Chas W. Leeper, SRA <cwleeper @yahoo.com>
Sent:
Thursday, November 07, 2013 10:49 AM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Blackball
Follow Up Flag: Fallow up
Flag Status: Completed
Hi,
Just wanted you to know that I am in full support of the proposal prepared by the Newport Surf Council dated November
7, 2011 1 am a local resident, property owner, business owner and surfer over the past 17 years. I believe this proposal
reflects the feelings of a larger portion of our community and it should be seriously considered.
Thanks for your consideration.
Chas W. Leeper, Sr
7003 Seashore Dr.
NB CA
197
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
To the Blackball Working Group,
Axel Eaton <eatonaxel @aol.com>
Thursday, November 07, 2013 10:34 AM
Blackball
I love the NSC - simple and reasonable
Follow up
Completed
As a newly graduated student from NHHS, I am closely related to the long time Newport Beach residents on the
Newport Surf Council. Many of them have been teachers, surf coaches, and valued family friends. They are among the
most highly respected individuals of the surfing community and above all have very pure values when it comes to their
judgement of surfing. Accordingly, the NSC's final proposal is a simple, cohesive, and well organized solution to many of
the existing issues within the close -knit surfing community of Newport. Personally, I love their idea to hold off on any
decisions regarding the Wedge. Such a huge decision for the community should be made with caution and as they said
deferring "any in -depth discussion on the regulations at Wedge" will allow for "quality data to be collected through next
summer so the issue can be better addressed in the future." My friends and I of Newport Beach wholeheartedly support
the NSC and their proposed ideas that sensibly solve problems for both year round members of the Newport Beach
community and day -use visitors to our beaches.
Best wishes,
Axel Eaton
714 878 0697
198
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
Blackball Working Group,
Chas W. Leeper <cleeper @broadstreetre.com>
Thursday, November 07, 2013 10:30 AM
Blackball
In support of Newport Surf Council
Follow up
Completed
I am in full support of the proposal prepared by the Newport Surf Council dated November 7, 2013. As a local resident,
property owner, businessman, family man (with three young children), Newport Beach Lifeguard alumni, and lastly
surfer, 1 believe this proposal to be a great step forward in serving the best interest of both the city of Newport and the
users of our beaches. This proposal reflects the feelings an opinions of a larger portion of our community and should be
seriously considered as the Blackball discussion moves forward.
Please feel free to contact me any time.
Thank you,
Chas W.Leeper
+k i�
BroadStreet Real Estate Group
3187 Airway Avenue, Unit C
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
P: (949) 242 -5210 x3
F: (949) 242 -5211
M: (949) 933 -2427
E: cleeper @BroadStreetRE.com
W: BroadStreetRE.com
199
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Jamison Johnson <jamisonnj @gmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, November 07, 2013 10:07 AM
To: Blackball
Cc: SurfNewsEd @aol.com; newportsurfshots @aol.com;'Sarah Klaus'; Kris Reaser I Personal
Subject: Blackball Revision Support
Importance: High
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Blackball Working Group,
I am a resident of Newport Beach, and have been for over 11 years. I am also an avid surfer, and
frequently surf on the Balboa Peninsula from Newport Pointe down into the Jetties. Over the years, I've
noticed how the surfers that make up a significant portion of this Community are largely ignored in favor
of the "almighty tourist "! It's very disappointing that residents that live, work, and surf in this Community
have their interests shoved aside, while they are the ones that keep the Community alive and flourishing
year round. There is no doubt ample room for the tourists and surfers from the Community to coexist in
harmony. Furthermore, there are a multitude of beaches throughout the City, such that dedicating a few
of these areas to surfers would be a welcomed (and long overdue) change! Thus, I'm very happy to see
that there is a group of surfers that represent our interests, and I strongly support the letter addressing
the blackball revisions drafted by the Newport Surf Council.
Respectfully,
Jamison Johnson
200 Paris Lane, Unit 101
Newport Beach, CA 92663
rrr
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
Blackball Working Group,
Kris Reaser <kreaser @auction.com>
Thursday, November 07, 2013 10:04 AM
Blackball
Blackball Revision Support
Follow up
Completed
I am a resident of Newport Beach and frequently surf on the Balboa Peninsula from Blackies down into the
jetties. I support the letter addressing the blackball revisions drafted by the Newport Surf Council. Change
needs to be made.
Respectfully,
Kris Reaser
1207 West Bay
Newport Beach CA 92661
*********************************************************** * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * **
This communication constitutes an electronic communication within the meaning of the Electronic
Communications Privacy Act [ l8 USC 2510] and it is intended to be received and read only by certain
individuals for their sole use and benefit. It may contain information that is privileged or protected from
disclosure by law. If it has been misdirected, or if you suspect you have received this in error, please notify me
by replying and then delete both the message and reply. Thank you.
** *Consider the environment before printing. * **
*********************************************************** * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * **
201
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Attachments:
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
Hello blackball working group,
Towersey, Pat (Hurley) <Pat_Towersey @hurley.com>
Thursday, November 07, 2013 9;41 AM
Blackball
Blackball ordinace
NewportSu rfCouncilBlackball.pdf
Follow up
Completed
I am a longtime resident here in Newport Beach, actually a 4th generation Newportian. My grandparents, Alvin and Patricia
Cox, built the Duck Farm on the back bay at the end of Mesa Drive. Our family has been active in a number of causes and
organizations to help enrich and improve our community. These include the Environmental Nature Center, The Nature
Conservancy for the Back Bay, Big Brothers and Sisters, and We Are Ocean.
This amendment I've attached would be a great way to serve our community, as well as people traveling here to enjoy our
beaches for swimming as well as board surfing. I hope you thoroughly look at this document, as well as the suggestions of
other residents, and create a new beach /ocean usage policy to best serve our entire community.
Thank you,
Patrick Towersey
Home owner:
300 E Balboa Blvd
Newport Beach CA 92661
202
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
To Whom It May Concern,
James Netzer <jamesbnetzer @aol.com>
Thursday, November 07, 2013 9:40 AM
Blackball
Support of Newport Surf Council proposal
Follow up
Completed
I have lived and surfed in Newport since 1970 and have reviewed the proposed Black Ball framework submitted by the
Newport Surf Council. It seems to be well thought out and logical in terms of both beach access and beach safety and I
support the proposal.
Jim Netzer
Sent from my iPhone
203
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sarah Klaustermeier <sarahklaus21 @hotmail.com>
Sent:
Thursday, November 07, 2013 9:27 AM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Blackball Revision Support
Follow Up Flag:
Follow up
Flag Status:
Completed
Blackball Working Group,
I am a resident of Corona del Mar and frequently surf on the Balboa Peninsula from Blackies down into the
jetties. I support the letter addressing the blackball revisions drafted by the Newport Surf Council.
Respectfully,
Sarah Klaustermeier
606 1/2 Begonia Avenue
Corona del Mar, CA 92625
204
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Ford Menzies < menzies @northsideimports.com>
Sent: Thursday, November 07, 2013 9:15 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: Input from community on revisions to Blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear Members,
As a long time resident of the city and an active beachgoer I would urge you to take seriously the recommendations of
the Newport Surf Council. Their proposals, as outlined in the 11/7/13 letter to you, accurately describe the thinking of a
great many residents (including myself) in our community. It would be of great benefit to all if such initiatives were
implemented or at the very least considered. Thank you.
Best regards,
Ford Menzies
West Coast Sales Rep
Ph: (866) 761 -9249 Ext: 4239
Fax: (858) 279 -9909
Email: menzies @northsideimports.com
Website: www.northsideimports.com
205
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
To Whom It May Concern:
Scott Albrecht <salbrecht @sgsattorneys.com>
Thursday, November 07, 2013 9:14 AM
Blackball
Newport Surf Council
Follow up
Completed
I am a staunch supporter of the advocacy and recommendations provided by the Newport Surf Council in its letter to
you of today's date. As a longtime Newport resident and surfer, I believe that the blackball regulations in their current
form do notfoster the highest and best use of our City's coastal waterfront offerings and, in fact, can constitute a safety
hazard by diverting our lifeguard resources unnecessarily.
Please consider the wisdom and years of collective knowledge behind the Newport Surf Council and lets work together
to reach a better solution.
Regards,
This message contains information that may be confidential and privileged. Unless you are the addressee (or
authorized to receive for the addressee), you may not use, copy or disclose to anyone the message or any
information contained in the message. If you have received the message in error, please advise the sender by
reply e-mail and delete the message. Thank you very much.
206
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
David Kitchens <davidkitchens @gmail.com>
Sent:
Thursday, November 07, 2013 9:09 AM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Newport Surf Council Blackball Proposal
Follow Up Flag:
Follow up
Flag Status:
Completed
Dear Newport Blackball Working Group Members
Please be advised that I am supportive of the suggestions made by the Newport Surf Council's letter dated
November 7, 2013.
Thank you for your consideration.
Regards,
David Kitchens
207
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Felipe Bascope < Felipe. Bascope @experianinteractive.com>
Sent:
Thursday, November 07, 2013 9:00 AM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Newport Surf Council consideration RE: Blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Please help open up surfing in Newport throughout the summer months— surfing is a vital DNA to the city of Newport
and brings in much needed money. Too many times, when the conditions are ideal for surfing, the general public doesn't
(nor should not) enter the water for their safety. Many times it is surfers who help save panicked swimmers when yellow
and red flags are if there are no lifeguards or until they show up. And without any other place to surf besides the
Newport River mouth during black ball, the water is dense with surfers therefore extremely dangerous.
Please keep this in mind when making your decision and consider the Newport Surf Council's proposal.
Respectfully yours,
Felipe A. Bascope
208
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Erik Flores <erik @tsovet.com>
Sent: Thursday, November 07, 2013 8:57 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: Input From the Surfing Community on Revisions to Blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear Members of the Blackball Working Group,
My name is Erik Flores and I am a resident and daily surfer of beautiful Newport Beach. I'd like to show my support of
the Newport Surf Council in their efforts on the proposed change to the use of blackball rules and regulations, in
addition to regulations on The Wedge, and all other recommendations. I'm a CPR and First Aid certified surf and
paddleboard instructor as well, and I have been living in Orange County for 10 years and can say that there is nothing
more frustrating than when a blackball is put up when it doesn't need to be. Now I'm all for safety, and I know that the
main focus of the usage of the blackball is in place for mainly that reason, but it's become ridiculous at times when there
is nobody in the water to get hurt, and barely anybody on the beach. I hope that you take our opinions into
consideration and that you folks and the NSC can come to an agreement that makes everyone much happier. Thank you
for your time in reading this and I hope you all have a nice day.
Best Regards,
TSOVET
ERIK FLORES
881 PRODUCTION PLACE
NEWPORI BEACH CA 92663
USA
949.100.7649
eFax: 949.209.2597
W W W.TSOVET.COM
209
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Michael Long <fastcars @mac.com>
Sent:
Thursday, November 07, 2013 8:51 AM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Newport Surf Council's Blackball Recommendations
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Please consider the Newport Surf Council's recommendations and implement fair blackball regulations.
Blackball has been far too restrictive for surfers for way too long! Thanks.
Michael Long
Sent from my iPad
210
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sent:
To:
Cc:
Subject:
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
Excellent Work!!!
Michael Voorhees <v3photo @me.com>
Thursday, November 07, 2013 8:50 AM
Bill Sharp
Blackball; Williams, Rob; Halphide, Mike; Levin, Sean; McGill, David; Valdez, Racquel;
brillo @socal.rr.com; scotoyz @hotmail.com; eric- vallely @yahoo.com;
spencer @blisssmag.com; greg @ozimec.com; mike @fyasko.com; tkfrog @aol.com;
pat_towersey @hurley.com; csj @seacrownventures.com; estrats90 @sbcglobal.net,
duggerc @gmail.com; skipsnead2000 @yahoo.com; lorin @le- creative.com;
newportsurfshots @yahoo.com; susancozad @yahoo.com
Re: Blackball Recommendations from the Newport Surf Council
Follow up
Completed
Michael Voorhees photographer
VOORHEESPHOTO.COM
Cell # 714 - 267 -0477
*please note new email address!
V3PHOTO(idME.COM
On Nov 7, 2013, at 8:41 AM, Bill Sharp <bills ,billabong.eom> wrote:
Dear Members of the Blackball Working Group,
As promised, please find attached and pasted below the input from the Newport Surf Council
regarding potential changes to surfing regulations in the City of Newport Beach. Most of the
group making these recommendation attended the recent meeting at City Hall on the topic and
felt that the bulk of the comments (and related media coverage) were overly centered on
concerns at the Wedge, creating an unfortunate distraction from the larger issues of surf zone
usage affecting the other 99% of the City shoreline and its day to day users.
By coming together as a group of long - involved members of our Newport surf community, we
hope to refocus attention on the larger issues of maintaining safety and maximizing recreational
opportunities citywide through well - reasoned and mature dialogue. While this document was
crafted by the NSC's 16- member Recommendation Committee, it is our expectation that there
will be overwhelming support for this platform coming to you from the surfing community at
large in the coming days.
The members of the Newport Surf Council represent a very valuable resource regarding the
evolution of blackball laws in this City that goes far beyond the archived minutes of past
meetings, and we are happy to share that knowledge as needed. In 1995, there was an enormous
amount of work done by the PB &R commission, city staff and citizens that provides a well -
advanced starting point for understanding the pros and cons of an array of possible blackball
211
adjustment scenarios. If you do not have this pre - digital age information at your disposal
already, you may download it via this link:
http: / /www.hightail.com/ download /OGh'eFIUQONrYURFdzhUQw
We appreciate the opportunity to have input on this issue and look forward to working together
with the BWG, PB &R and ultimately the City Council to put forth adjustments to surfing
regulations that both maintain safety and maximize recreational opportunities for all who enjoy
the magic of Newport's spectacular surf.
Regards,
Bill Sharp
Chairman
Newport Surf Council
NOVEMBER 7, 2013
TO: BLACKBALL WORKING GROUP
FROM: NEWPORT SURF COUNCIL
RE: INPUT FROM THE SURFING COMMUNITY ON REVISIONS TO BLACKBALL
Dear Members of the Blackball Working Group,
The Newport Surf Council (NSC) was established in 1995 and represents a variety of longtime
Newport Beach residents with families and an interest in surfboard riding across all of the City's
varied breaks and beaches. Members of the NSC have been deeply involved in advising the City
on surfing regulations since the 1970s and represent the strongest historical awareness available
on the issue and its evolution over time.
Recent meetings of the NSC have produced a consensus and a list of recommendations
that the surfing community believes are reasonable and just in maintaining public safety while
increasing access to the waves during the summer months. It is believed the surfing community
and industry at large will give its full support to the platform crafted by the NSC committee upon
its release.
These recommendations as presented are in basic conceptual form, and the exact
implementation would be molded in future discussions. These recommendations include:
1. Establishment of areas where surfing may safely take place all day long during the
summer.
212
area.
by
• Newport remains the only coastal city in Orange County without any all day surfing
• The plan for three surfing zones in the jetty area that was approved and recommended
the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission in 1995 is still viable and should be
instituted for 2014 on a trial basis.
2. Reduction to the hours and days when surfing is prohibited at 40"' -44`h Street.
focus.
• This surfing resource is underutilized much of the year and much of each day.
• Enforcement of the no- surfing rule often diverts Lifeguard resources from a safety
• Limit surfing restrictions to times lifeguard towers are staffed June 15 — September 10.
3. Continue to advance the use of discretion to allow more surfing when conditions
warrant.
• Increase awareness of Lifeguard policies /criteria on when the blackball will be applied.
• Create system for extended surfing time at Blackies /Pier area on busy summer
mornings.
• Allow surfing to continue during most red flag conditions.
• Allow users of blackball- approved bodyboards to legally ride in a standing position.
213
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Bill Sharp <bills @billabong.com>
Sent: Thursday, November 07, 2013 8:41 AM
To: Blackball
Cc: Williams, Rob; Halphide, Mike; Levin, Sean; McGill, David; Valdez, Racquel;
v3photo @me.com; brillo @socal.rr.com; scotoyz @hotmail.com; eric_vallely @yahoo.com;
spencer @blisssmag.com; greg @ozimec.com; mike @fyasko.com; tkfrog @aol.com;
pat towersey @hurley.com; csj @seacrownventures.com; estrats90 @sbcglobal.net,
duggerc @gmail.com; skipsnead2000 @yahoo.com; lorin @le- creative.com;
newportsurfshots @yahoo.com; susancozad @yahoo.com
Subject: Blackball Recommendations from the Newport Surf Council
Attachments: NewportSurfCouncilToBWG.pdf
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear Members of the Blackball Working Group,
As promised, please find attached and pasted below the input from the Newport Surf Council regarding
potential changes to surfing regulations in the City of Newport Beach. Most of the group making these
recommendation attended the recent meeting at City Hall on the topic and felt that the bulk of the comments
(and related media coverage) were overly centered on concerns at the Wedge, creating an unfortunate
distraction from the larger issues of surf zone usage affecting the other 99% of the City shoreline and its day to
day users.
By coming together as a group of long - involved members of our Newport surf community, we hope to refocus
attention on the larger issues of maintaining safety and maximizing recreational opportunities citywide through
well- reasoned and mature dialogue. While this document was crafted by the NSC's 16- member
Recommendation Committee, it is our expectation that there will be overwhelming support for this platform
coming to you from the surfing community at large in the coming days.
The members of the Newport Surf Council represent a very valuable resource regarding the evolution of
blackball laws in this City that goes far beyond the archived minutes of past meetings, and we are happy to
share that knowledge as needed. In 1995, there was an enormous amount of work done by the PB &R
commission, city staff and citizens that provides a well- advanced starting point for understanding the pros and
cons of an array of possible blackball adjustment scenarios. If you do not have this pre- digital age information
at your disposal already, you may download it via this link:
http: / /www.hightail.com/ download /OGhieFIUQONrYURFdzhUQw
We appreciate the opportunity to have input on this issue and look forward to working together with the BWG,
PB &R and ultimately the City Council to put forth adjustments to surfing regulations that both maintain safety
and maximize recreational opportunities for all who enjoy the magic of Newport's spectacular surf.
Regards,
Bill Sharp
Chairman
214
Newport Surf Council
NOVEMBER 7, 2013
TO: BLACKBALL WORKING GROUP
FROM: NEWPORT SURF COUNCIL
RE: INPUT FROM THE SURFING COMMUNITY ON REVISIONS TO BLACKBALL
Dear Members of the Blackball Working Group,
The Newport Surf Council (NSC) was established in 1995 and represents a variety of longtime Newport Beach
residents with families and an interest in surfboard riding across all of the City's varied breaks and beaches.
Members of the NSC have been deeply involved in advising the City on surfing regulations since the 1970s and
represent the strongest historical awareness available on the issue and its evolution over time.
Recent meetings of the NSC have produced a consensus and a list of recommendations that the surfing
community believes are reasonable and just in maintaining public safety while increasing access to the waves
during the summer months. It is believed the surfing community and industry at large will give its full support
to the platform crafted by the NSC committee upon its release.
These recommendations as presented are in basic conceptual form, and the exact implementation would
be molded in future discussions. These recommendations include:
1. Establishment of areas where surfing may safely take place all day long during the summer.
• Newport remains the only coastal city in Orange County without any all day surfing area.
• The plan for three surfing zones in the jetty area that was approved and recommended by
the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission in 1995 is still viable and should be
instituted for 2014 on a trial basis.
2. Reduction to the hours and days when surfing is prohibited at 40"44 1h Street.
• This surfing resource is underutilized much of the year and much of each day.
• Enforcement of the no- surfing rule often diverts Lifeguard resources from a safety focus.
• Limit surfing restrictions to times lifeguard towers are staffed June 15 — September 10.
3. Continue to advance the use of discretion to allow more surfing when conditions warrant.
215
• Increase awareness of Lifeguard policies /criteria on when the blackball will be applied.
• Create system for extended surfing time at Blackies /Pier area on busy summer mornings.
• Allow surfing to continue during most red flag conditions.
• Allow users of blackball- approved bodyboards to legally ride in a standing position.
216
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Lawrence, Kyle R. <lawrence .393 @buckeye mail.osu.edu>
Sent: Thursday, November 07, 2013 8:39 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: Agree with Surf Council
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
I agree with the surf council's proposal. send my regards.
Kyle Lawrence
Co- Founder of theMoneycomb.com
949.375.5037
217
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Kaleigh Gilchrist <kaleighgilchrist @gmail.com>
Sent:
Thursday, November 07, 2013 8:23 AM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Newport Surf Council's
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Hello,
I have read and support the recommendations that the Newport Surf Council has implied and hope to see it put
into place in 2014.
Thank you,
Kaleigh Gilchrist
218
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Eric Martinez <ericm @dlimaging.net>
Sent: Thursday, November 07, 2013 8:14 AM
To: Blackball
Cc: ericmartinez333 @yahoo.com
Subject: Revision to Black Ball
Follow Up Flag: Fallow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear Newport Surf Council /Newport Beach City Council
I agree with the revisions. It will make it more safe for swimmers and surfers. Let's take the time and fix a safety
problem with a simple solution that makes sense
Respectfully
DL imaging
Eric J. Martinez I Account Executive
3102 W. Alton Ave
Santa Ana, CA 92704
Cell: 714.454.0617
Office: 888.500.5006 ext 274
Fax 714.436.0612
www.dlimaging.net
CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: This transmission is intended only for the party to whom it is addressed and may contain privileged and
confidential information. Any unauthorized use, dissemination or copying of this transmission is prohibited. If you have received this
transmission in error, please notify us immediately by telephone, return this transmission and delete or destroy any copies, digital or
paper
219
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: SMELICH, RICHARD <rsmelich @cfiemail.com>
Sent: Thursday, November 07, 2013 7:59 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: newport surf council
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
I agree with Newport surf council
Richard Smelich
Operations Specialist
Centaurus Financial, Inc.
2300 E. Katella, Suite 200
Anaheim, CA 92806
P: 714- 456 -1790 ext. 253
F: 714 - 456 -9277
220
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: josh hoyer <josh_hoyer @yahoo.com>
Sent: Thursday, November 07, 2013 7:56 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: Newport Surf Council Proposal
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear Blackball Working Group, I attended the council meeting a few weeks ago at city hall about
the blackball regulations in Newport Beach. I want to thank you all for opening up a discussion for all
of us that use the ocean and beaches here. The Newport Surf Council Proposal was just brought to
my attention and I believe that it addresses most of the key issues. The Proposal is definitely biased
toward the "hard board" surfing crowd as far as changes go, but this is also the crowd that has its
amenities taken away and are discriminated against. I just wanted to show my support of this
particular proposal and hope that more discussion will continue.
Thank You
Josh Hoyer
Costa Mesa Resident
221
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
Black Ball Working Group,
Canon Call <canoncall @gmail.com>
Thursday, November 07, 2013 7:41 AM
Blackball
Black Ball revisions
Follow up
Completed
My name is Canon Call. I am a 22 year old resident of Newport Beach, Newport harbor alumni, NHHS Surf Team Captain
of the state champion team in 2010, Eagle Scout troop 747, and I agree and approve of the proposal put forth by the
Newport Surf Council. Please take action to implement their recommendations.
Sincerely,
Canon Call
222
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: peter kerrigan <pete.kerrigan @gmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, November 07, 2013 7:40 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
I agree with the letter from the Newport Surf Council and support more summer surfing in the city.
I always thought for summer months only there should be a leash rule and blackball from the wedge to 17th st.
and then from 19th to 36th, or as far as 52nd if need be.
Peter Kerrigan
223
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
Black Ball Working Group,
Richard Knight <knight -r @hotmail.com>
Thursday, November 07, 2013 6:41 AM
Blackball
I approve Newport Surf Council's recommendations
Fallow up
Completed
approve of the Newport Surf Council's recommendations. I urge you to follow them.
thank you.
Richard Knight
Newport Beach resident
224
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
j a <hitzurf3141 @yahoo.com>
Sent:
Thursday, November 07, 2013 6:22 AM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Newport Surf Council
Follow Up Flag:
Follow up
Flag Status:
Completed
It is about time that the city takes heed and shows respect to a huge culture of Newport Beach.
SURFING. We live here year round and its our dollars that go into the city 9 months out of the year
that tourism is not.
The Newport Surf Council's recommendations are imperative and should be passed. Let's show
some respect to and take care of the locals.
225
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: dawna dorcas <mail @changemail.org>
Sent: Wednesday, November 06, 2013 8:53 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: 100 new signers: KRISTEN FROST,jose Cardoso...
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Another 100 people added their names to Aaron Peluso's petition "Newport Beach City Council: End Blackball
at the Wedge" -- momentum is growing.
There arc now 3599 signatures on this petition. Read reasons why people are signing, and respond to Aaron
Peluso by clicking here:
http: / /www.chan$ze.org/petitions /tieW ort- beach- city- council - end- blackb all- at -the-
wed e/ responses /new ?response= 14052667c298
Dcar Blackball Working Group,
The Wedge is one of the most premiere skimboarding, bodyboarding and surfing waves in the world. Yet for
decades board riders of all types have been prohibited from enjoying this public resource during the majority
of the south swell season. The City of Newport Beach needs to re- evaluate its policy found in resolution 95-
116 and all revisions thereto, to establish rules that can best serve communities which deserve access to this
public space. Further, the city should explicitly address and reverse its discriminatory practice of granting
exclusive use of this public space to a preferred group of wave riding athletes (bodysurfers). Please end
blackball at The Wedge and allow all wave riding athletes equal access to this world class location.
Sincerely,
5297. KRISTEN FROST MENDOCINO, California
5298. jose Cardoso Santa Maria, California
5299. Susan Seidler Mountain, Wisconsin
5300. p williams madison, Mississippi
5301. Dick Barshow San Jose, California
5302. matty thomas huntington beach, California
5303. Anthony Batista Yonker, New York
5304. Maria Fernandes Linden, New Jersey
5305. Lolo Nesh Minneapolis, Minnesota
5306. Aaron Honorc' Columbia, South Carolina
5307. Liz dephillipo North Palm Beach, Florida
5340. Kwithy Kat Los Angeles, California
5341. Shirin Caiola Chicago, Illinois
5342. Nyomi Haynes atlanta, Georgia
5343. sydney bacchus Athens, Georgia
5344. Anne Maric Bucher Bronx, New York
5345. Scott Alves seekonk, Massachusetts
5346. Dara Patterson Warrensville Heights, Ohio
5347. Lindsay Murphy Trabuco Canyon, California
226
5348. Chris Bonifield South Milwaukee, Wisconsin
5349. Amy Ruotolo New Haven, Connecticut
5350. Jabri Lewis - Faizah Atlanta, Georgia
5351. Shirley sewell douglass, Kansas
5352. Wendy Pecci Burlington, Massachusetts
5353. Carlo Virtucio Irvine, California
5354. jeffrey brzyski Tonawanda, New York
5355. Marcia Bailey Dunedin, Florida
5356. Laurel Hieb Flagstaff, Arizona
5357. C Vasquez Laredo, Texas
5358. Alec Graves Wilmington, North Carolina
5378. Orbelis Almeida Hialeah, Florida
5379. Leah Serb Richmond, California
5380. Ray De La Pena San Antonio, Texas
5381. Ramesh Bhatnagar Irving, Texas
5382. Noelia Arredondo Pharr, Texas
5383. Mairea Irisarri , Spain
5384. Harmony Kuller Nibbeapolis, Minnesota
5385. Edward Shields Seattle, Washington
5386. CRISTAL RUIZ Fullerton, California
5387. Gaston Vidou Venice, California
5388. Natalie Jaime Westminster, Colorado
5389, Alex Fish Tiverton, Rhode Island
5390. heidi bester franklin furnace, Ohio
5391. leelee M B -town, Illinois
5392. Adine Cathey Monticello, Kentucky
5393. Marvin Abney II Middletown, Rhode Island
5394. Paunee Uberuaga Marsing„ Idaho
3548. Andrew Overmyer Jupiter, Florida
3549. Ellen Jaedicke West Kingston, Rhode Island
3550. Derek Smith Birmingham, Alabama
3551. Jesus Montero , United States
3552. Zackary Bennett Tempe, Arizona
3553. William Young San Diego, California
3554. Aimy Zodieru Beverly Hills, California
3555. Christian Avila New York NY, New York
3556. Scott Thomas Dillon, Colorado
3557. George Law Northfield, New Jersey
3558. Veronica Gonzalez Bronx, New York
3559. Katie Talbert Sylvania, Ohio
3560. eva ianeva north smithfield, Rhode Island
3561. Jermaine Faith Guillergan Sanford, North Carolina
3562. Shauna Rumsey Seattle, Washington
3563. Eric Duke Tampa, Florida
3564. Maciej Danek Pleasant Hill, California
3565. Denny Dean St Augustine, Florida
3566. Veronica McShane Walnut Crcek, California
3567. Kevin Kelly West Long Branch, New Jersey
3568. Don Carpenter Manhattan Beach, California
3569. michelle joella Cambridge, Massachusetts
3570. Christine Grabar Avondale, Arizona
227
3571. Rachel Berzack East Lansing, Michigan
3572, aaron lobbley elkhart, Indiana
3573. Cori Bishop Brigantine, New Jersey
3574. Tim Lank Springfield, Virginia
3575. Jacky Wan Sacramento, California
3576. Sarah Loving Roanoke, Virginia
3577. Kathleen Todd Minneapolis, Minnesota
3578. Norma Gonzalez Anthony, New Mexico
3579. Dr. Anita Kozan Minneapolis, Minnesota
3580. Ashley Lewis HAVANA, Illinois
3581. Stella Manuel Montgomery, Alabama
3582. Amy Hibbard Pocahontas, Arkansas
3583. Lamy Fees Owasso, Oklahoma
3584. Jasmin Green Henrico, Virginia
3585. Ruth Weedman Longview, Washington
3586. Aidin Hollomon Long Beach, California
3587. Nicholas Perocco Santa Barbara, California
3588. Marsha Dennison Florence, South Carolina
3589. Mariska Holmeyer Phoenix, Arizona
3590. Sarah Burbridge Oberlin, Ohio
3591. Mika Stonehawk Tustin, California
3592. maria bruner cedar rapids, Iowa
3593. Dominik Ablingis Santa Barbara, California
3594. Will Wheeler Fallston, Maryland
3595. Brent Lush Wolcott, New York
3596. Abby Clay Huntsville, Ohio
3597. Melinda Dastrup Salt Lake City, Utah
3598. Joe Balsamo Boca Raton, Florida
3599. Tiffany Yeh Fremont, California
3600. dawna dorcas fontana, California
228
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Attachments:
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
Hello,
aaronpeluso96 @gmail.com on behalf of Aaron Peluso <peluso @skimonline.com>
Wednesday, November 06, 2013 10:09 AM
Blackball; PB &R Commission
Fwd: End Wedge Blackball
Aaron Peluso Letter On Wedge Blackball.pdf; Wedge Petition Sk signatures.pdf; Wedge
Petition Comments at 5300 signatures.pdf
Follow up
Completed
I am writing to follow up on my October 20th email and letter to inform you that the petition for the elimination
of blackball at the Wedge has now surpassed 5000 signatures (currently at 5350).
An updated copy of the signatories to the petition as well as comments left by petition signatories is attached.
The petition is located here: https: / /www.change.org /petitions /newport- beach - city - council- end - blackball -at-
the- wedge
Thank you,
Aaron Peluso
p.s. I have attached my Oct 20th letter again for reference.
Forwarded message --
From: Aaron Peluso <peluso(kskimonline.com>
Date: Sun, Oct 20, 2013 at 12:53 AM
Subject: End Wedge Blackball
To: Blackball(a,newportbeachca.gov
Cc: pbreom mission Ldnewportbeachca.gov
Hello,
I am writing as instructed to provide my comments regarding blackball policies at The Wedge.
Please find the attached letter ( "Aaron Peluso Letter On Wedge Blackball.pdf') as well as supporting legal
documentation.
I have also included a copy of a petition in support of ending blackball at The Wedge outright, which has been
signed more than 1500 times in 5 days.
Unfortunately I will not be able to attend the Oct 21 st meeting in person as I will be travelling out of
state. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at this address.
Thank you,
229
Aaron Peluso
230
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Tim Maurer <mail @changemail.org>
Sent: Wednesday, November 06, 2013 1:27 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: 250 more people signed: Kevin McGarigle, Kristina Long...
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
250 more people just signed Aaron Peluso's petition "Newport Beach City Council: End Blackball at the
Wedge" that has you designated as a target.
There are now 5254 signatures on this petition. Read reasons why people are signing, and respond to Aaron
Peluso by clicking here:
http: / /www. change.org/petitions /nemMort-b each - city - council- end- blackb all- at -the-
wed eg /responses /new ?response= 14052667e298
Dear Blackball Working Group,
The Wedge is one of the most premiere skimboarding, bodyboarding and surfing waves in the world. Yet for
decades board riders of all types have been prohibited from enjoying this public resource during the majority
of the south swell season. The City of Newport Beach needs to re- evaluate its policy found in resolution 95-
116 and all revisions thereto, to establish rules that can best serve communities which deserve access to this
public space. Further, the city should explicitly address and reverse its discriminatory practice of granting
exclusive use of this public space to a preferred group of wave riding athletes (bodysurfers). Please end
blackball at The Wedge and allow all wave riding athletes equal access to this world class location.
Sincerely,
4718. Kevin McGarigle Fresh Meadows, New York
4719. Kristina Long Escondido, California
4720. Judith Whitman Los Angeles, California
4721. Aeona Anelli San Jose, California
4722. roth woods ann arbor, Michigan
4724. Amanda Schimmel Staten Island, New York
4725. Haley Green Fort Wayne, Indiana
4726. Britton Dunwell Brooklyn, New York
4727. Brie full Portsmouth, Rhode Island
4728. Tina Beedle Milton, Florida
4729. Robert Measel Jr Keaau, Hawaii
4730. Shelly Creason Livonia, Louisiana
4731. Jeffery Wyatt Calhoun, Georgia
4732. NELSON D SEGOVIA MIAMI, Florida
4733. NICK Ford narragansett, Rhode Island
4734. Anna Shadle Kihei, Hawaii
4735. Grace Teddy Fullerton, California
4736. Cody Davis Half Moon Bay, California
4737. Lee Martinez Falls church, Virginia
231
4738. stephanie gardner Ypsilanti, Michigan
4739. Simone Lavin New York, New York
4740. Josh Amendola Coeur d'Alene, Idaho
4741. John Dowd Eldridge, Iowa
4742. Elsa Bickford Knoxville, Tennessee
4743. Sylvia Salas Oxnard, California
4744. Elizabeth Chacich Cloquet, Minnesota
4745. Adam Colbert Sparta, Illinois
4746. Katherine Rushton Henderson, Nevada
4747. amalie shadout vista, California
4748. jeffrey collins , United States
4749. Myrelia Woods Kansas City, Missouri
4750. Seth Nagle Campbell, California
4751. Adlin Torres Morales Orlando, Florida
4752. Keith Berger Boca Raton, Florida
4753. Jarvis Raining Bird Havre, Montana
4754. Shannon Garcia Glendale, California
4755. Jill Waddle Hopkinton, Rhode Island
4756. Travis Holland Salemburg, North Carolina
4757. M Saber Glendale, Arizona
4758. Derek Walker Gloucester, Massachusetts
4759. Joey Lutes austin, Texas
4760. Margaret Mayhugh Avoca, Iowa
4761. Robert Diaz Omaha, Nebraska
4762. Kathryn Boland Newport, Rhode Island
4763. Ross Cannizzo Milwaukee, Wisconsin
4764. Scarlett Caldwell San Francisco, California
4765. Amy Boggs Newark, Texas
4766. David Grigsby Wynne, Arkansas
4767. Michelle Aeuna , United States
4768. Jessica Reynolds Buellton, California
4769. Paul Castaneda Martinez Ensenada, California
4770. Will Hyde Spring, Texas
4771. Felicity Hohenshelt Jacksonville, Florida
4772. Marshalee Willis North Lauderdale, Florida
4773. F Moshref San Diego, California
4774. Jeevan Mathura Bethesda, Maryland
4775. James Watts Annandale, Virginia
4776. Re Hinrichs Preston, Idaho'
4777. Karla Dann Kelseyville, California
4778. Doris Aquije Orlando, Florida
4880. Dorothy Wilkinson Hollywood, California
4881. jay zarowitz norton shores, Michigan
4882. Andrea Lee Montclair, New Jersey
4883. danny ramos campbell, Ohio
4884. Jaszmene Smith Millville, New Jersey
4885. Jennifer Schnick Buffalo, New York
4886. Dillon Ringo Celina, Ohio
4887. Angela Azpiroz San Jose, California
4888. Lauren Kelly Walling, Tennessee
4889. Dina Roubal Chicago, Illinois
232
4890. sonja moskalik Madison, Wisconsin
4891. Alex Taylor earlsbad, California
4892. eric Rogers rockville, Maryland
4893. Eileen Kimsey Tampa, Florida
4894. Don Hunter Arab, Alabama
4895. Trish Miller Stuart, Florida
4896. Joseph Reininger Colorado Springs, Colorado
4897. Gina Faro Brattleboro, Vermont
4898. Francesca Guido San Mateo, California
4899. Cami Cameron Vancouver, Washington
4900. Denise Marlowe Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota
4901. Kunal Natu Los Altos, California
4902. Tom Stukel Oak Park, Illinois
4903. gishela guillen Novato, California
4904. Helen Greer Tucson, Arizona
4905. Verlene Lewis St George, Utah
4906, Dennis Keller Middletown, Pennsylvania
4907. Rick Wright St Simons Island, Georgia
4908. Erik Haggstrom Haverhill, Massachusetts
4909. Carrie Nicoletti Simi Valley, California
4910. Anna Campa Hayward, California
4911. Tyler Martin Warren, Vermont
4912. Michael Garner Kansas City, Missouri
4913. Nate Skow Topeka, Kansas
4914. Patricia Stoica Chandler, Arizona
4915. Melodic Metje West Chester, Ohio
4916. Rick Johnson Cromwell, Indiana
4917. Debra Durda Narragansett, Rhode island
4918. Vivian Tran Cerritos, California
4919. Michael Williams Hendersonville, North Carolina
4960. kcllie Federico Salem, Oregon
4961. Sean Sabella Annapolis, Maryland
4962. Mitchell Marsh New Waverly, Texas
4963. Walter Kleine Oakland, California
4964, Brendan Murphy Belvedere, California
4965. william janes newport, Rhode Island
4966. Anonymous Last Name ALPHARETTA, Georgia
4967. Tracy Tugwell Scranton, Kansas
4968. teresa trucksess absecon, New Jersey
4969. Opal Winebrenner Miami Gardens, Florida
4970. Krista Rose Syosset, New York
4971. Michele Nihipali Hauula, Hawaii
4972. James Hall Columbia, Connecticut
4973. Pamela DeGeyter GHENT, New York
4974. sam foronj Long Beach, New York
4975. Jack Webbor Princeton, New Jersey
4976. Terry Bach Newport, Rhode Island
4977. Stanley Brajer Landing, New Jersey
4978. Mark Clement Fredonia, New York
4979. Jack Phinney Wilton, Connecticut
4980. Patricia Bristow- Johnson Burlington, Vermont
233
498 1. rho andrae - lawford moms, Illinois
4982. Khari Cunningham Kemersville, North Carolina
4983. Dana Forrester Femdale, Michigan
4984. Michael Gibbs Gilbert, Arizona
4985. Spencer Irwin Newark, Delaware
4986. CATHERINE DASH SOUTH BEND, Indiana
4987. Enrico Vegaa Seal Beach, California
4988. Mike Johnson Melrose, Massachusetts
4989. Dom Mang Buena Park, California
4990. Kenneth Robertson Kansas City, Missouri
4991. Michelle Van Peborgh Santa Rosa, California
4992. Justin McCraw Farmington Hills, Michigan
4993. Brian Swanson Milwaukee, Wisconsin
4994. Nina Lopez - Ortiz Bronx, New York
4995. Ron Tergesen East Islip, New York
4996. gloria x ...., New Jersey
4997. Lauren Halstead Wilmington, North Carolina
4998. Lyle Nozawa Rosemead, California
4999. Kelley Scanlon Syracuse, New York
5000. Marshall Novis Mendon, Massachusetts
5001. Robin Stafford Placentia, California
5002. Allen Helmers Waterloo, Iowa
5003. DevaPrakash Ganapathi Rancho Corodva, California
5005. Brad Steinweg Lansing, Illinois
5006. trinity landry ventura, California
5007. Michael Cucchiara Brooklyn, New York
5008. John Richkus Jersey City, New Jersey
5009. aviad sasi ocean city, Maryland
5010. Abe Recile Chicago, Illinois
5011. Jeremy Becker San Francisco, California
5012. Renee Vespa Mooresville, North Carolina
5013. Randall Pieper Las Vegas, Nevada
5014. Christian Schroder Newport, Rhode Island
5015. Elizabeth MacPherson Alexandria, Virginia
5016. Jeffrey Benhart Lutherville, Maryland
5017. Mrs. Yvonne Wootten Lexington, Michigan
5018. David Garza San Diego, California
5019. Christina Ferreri Washington, District Of Columbia
5020. Russ Cross Ladoga, Indiana
5021. Vivian Jebe Kailua, Hawaii
5022. Jennifer Kately Mesa, Arizona
5023. Cindy Ridgway Houston, Texas
5024. Abbi Traaseth Gainesville, Georgia
5025. Shawn O'Donnell Anchorage, Alaska
5026. Stephan„ lowe birmingham, Michigan
5027. Thomas Sisson Whitehall, Ohio
5028. Jilda Davenport Kimberly, Alabama
5029. Danny Heath Arlington, Texas
5030. Reid Yesson Cambridge, Massachusetts
5031. steve smith Arcata, California
5032. Jessica Macomber Scarborough, Maine
234
5033. Arnold Yi Burien, Washington
5034. steven taylorroth Schenectady, New York
5035. Thomas Norris New Haven, Connecticut
5036. Nicole Bernstein Bridgewater, New Jersey
5037. Alex Kaplan Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
5115. Rev.Dr. C. Vernon Mason New York, New York
5116. Sylvia Fleischmann Corona, California
5117. john eschen grand coulee, Washington
5118. Robert Ryan Glendale, Arizona
5119. Nicholas Loan Penn Yan, New York
5120. Heather Drees Grand Forks, North Dakota
5121. ISAAC JANUARY Gurnee, Illinois
5122. Gayle Smith Carmel, California
5123. Sara Park Kingwood, West Virginia
5124. Nghi Nghiem Folsom, California
5125. Michelle Shukas Pensacola, Florida
5126. Hoang Due HCMC, Virgin Islands
5127. Valerie Marcotte Costa Mesa, California
5128. Paula Grandbois El Segundo, California
5129. Gary Cronin Santa Fe, New Mexico
5130. Dawn Ingram Piney Flats, Tennessee
5131. Tahj Mitchell Magnolia, New Jersey
5132. Pamela Rosinia MOUNT PROSPECT, Illinois
5133. Amber Lee Fair Oaks, California
5134. Cristine McDonough eonnellsville, Pennsylvania
5135. Odile Valenzuela Seattle, Washington
5136. Micaiah Handy delco, North Carolina
5137. Hugo Heesterman Oceanside, California
5138. Zoe Pratt Vashon, Washington
5139. Andrew Schussler West Long Branch, New Jersey
5140. Sergey Chiripko Covington, Kentucky
5141. Audrey Hudgens Renton, Washington
5142. Jonathan Washburn Hornell, New York
5143. Jaime Alcoba Miami, Florida
5144. Alex Nicto Los Angeles, California
5175. Jorge Gurrola Avondale, Arizona
5176. michele miller Clearwater, Florida
5178. Afifa Afifi hapel Hill, North Carolina
5179. S Barber Chicago, Illinois
5180., William Bryant Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
5 18 1. B.J. Orrben Hockessin, Delaware
5182. Michael Zeller Grosse Pointe Farms, Michigan
5183. john lamb Sierra Madre, California
5184. Lauren Carlson- Ferguson Middletown, Rhode Island
5185. Max Campbell Oxnard, California
5186. Ann Leach Phoenix, Arizona
5187. Scan McElroy Carlsbad, California
5188. Katrina Ontiveros Phoenix, Arizona
5189, Josh Tyler Mead, Washington
5190. Patrick Simpson Taylorville, Illinois
5191. Jessica Hise Albuquerque, New Mexico
235
5192. Gay Chung San Francisco, California
5193. Gary Derezotes Barstow, California
5194. Morenda Ferguson Bardstown, Kentucky
5195. Anthony Buch oak harbor, Washington
5196. L L Oak Park, Illinois
5197. Martha Shirley Hope Hull, Alabama
5198. Roberto Romo San Francisco, California
5199. Jennifer Gillilan East Fairfield, Vermont
5200. Jennifer Toth Santa Clarita, California
5201. Bernie Gonzales Ca, California
5202. Amy Biggers Hendersonville, Tennessee
5203. Arthur Baird Sedona, Arizona
5204. Leah Eister- Hargrave Seattle, Washington
5205. Tom Schroeder Port Huron, Michigan
5206. Alton Heller Laguna Beach, California
5207. L Eleanor Finney Laguna Niguel, Alabama
5240. Anna Vinogradoff Concord, California
5241. Courtney Fromberg Chicago, Illinois
5242. Katrina Johnson Oakland, California
5243. Kimberly Stankiewicz Detroit, Michigan
5244. Patrick Hudson huntington beach, California
5245. Amy Hettrick Yaphank, New York
5246. Kaleigh Levoyer Parsippany -Troy Hills, New Jersey
5247. Whitney Fontana Monroe, Louisiana
5248. Ryan Willis Little Elm, Texas
5249. Mark Mazhnyy Fresno, California
5250. Tim Maurer Anaheim, California
�I
236
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Marshall Novis <mail @changemail.org>
Sent: Tuesday, November 05, 2013 11:36 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: 100 new signers: Margaret Mayhugh, Robert Diaz...
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Another 100 people added their names to Aaron Peluso's petition "Newport Beach City Council: End Blackball
at the Wedge" -- momentum is growing.
There are now 5245 signatures on this petition. Read reasons why people are signing, and respond to Aaron
Peluso by clicking here:
http: / /www.chanae.org /petitions /nenort- beach -city- council- end - blackball- at -the-
wedge /responses /new ?response= 14052667e298
Dear Blackball Working Group,
The Wedge is one of the most premiere skimboarding, bodyboarding and surfing waves in the world. Yet for
decades board riders of all types have been prohibited from enjoying this public resource during the majority
of the south swell season. The City of Newport Beach needs to re- evaluate its policy found in resolution 95-
116 and all revisions thereto, to establish rules that can best serve communities which deserve access to this
public space. Further, the city should explicitly address and reverse its discriminatory practice of granting
exclusive use of this public space to a preferred group of wave riding athletes (bodysurfers). Please end
blackball at The Wedge and allow all wave riding athletes equal access to this world class location.
Sincerely,
4760. Margaret Mayhugh Avoca, Iowa
4761. Robert Diaz Omaha, Nebraska
4762. Kathryn Boland Newport, Rhode Island
4763. Ross Cannizzo Milwaukee, Wisconsin
4764. Scarlett Caldwell San Francisco, California
4765. Amy Boggs Newark, Texas
4766. David Grigsby Wynne, Arkansas
4767. Michelle Acuna , United States
4768. Jessica Reynolds Buellton, California
4769. Paul Castaneda Martinez Ensenada, California
4770. Will Hyde Spring, Texas
4771. Felicity Hohenshelt Jacksonville, Florida
4772. Marshalee Willis North Lauderdale, Florida
4773. F Moshref San Diego, California
4774. Jcevan Mathura Bethesda, Maryland
4775. James Watts Annandale, Virginia
4776. Re Hinrichs Preston, Idaho
4777. Karla Dann Kelseyville, California
4778. Doris Aquije Orlando, Florida
237
4880. Dorothy Wilkinson Hollywood, California
4881. jay zarowitz norton shores, Michigan
4882. Andrea Lee Montclair, New Jersey
4883. danny ramos campbell, Ohio
4884. Jaszmene Smith Millville, New Jersey
4885. Jennifer Schnick Buffalo, New York
4886. Dillon Ringo Celina, Ohio
4887. Angela Azpiroz San Jose, California
4888. Lauren Kelly Walling, Tennessee
4889. Dina Roubal Chicago, Illinois
4890. sonja moskalik Madison, Wisconsin
4891. Alex Taylor earlsbad, California
4892. eric Rogers rockville, Maryland
4893. Eileen Kimsey Tampa, Florida
4894. Don Hunter Arab, Alabama
4895. Trish Miller Stuart, Florida
4896. Joseph Reininger Colorado Springs, Colorado
4897. Gina Faro Brattleboro, Vermont
4898. Francesca Guido San Mateo, California
4899. Cami Cameron Vancouver, Washington
4900. Denise Marlowe Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota
4901. Kunal Natu Los Altos, California
4902. Tom Stukel Oak Park, Illinois
4903. gishela guillen Novato, California
4904. Helen Greer Tucson, Arizona
4905. Verlene Lewis St George, Utah
4906. Dennis Keller Middletown, Pennsylvania
4907. Rick Wright St Simons Island, Georgia
4908. Erik Haggstrom Haverhill, Massachusetts
4909. Carrie Nicoletti Simi Valley, California
4910. Anna Campa Hayward, California
4911. Tyler Martin Warren, Vermont
4912. Michael Garner Kansas City, Missouri
4913. Nate Skow Topeka, Kansas
4914. Patricia Stoica Chandler, Arizona
4915. Melodie Metje West Chester, Ohio
4916. Rick Johnson Cromwell, Indiana
4917. Debra Durda Narragansett, Rhode Island
4918. Vivian Tran Cerritos, California
4919. Michael Williams Hendersonville, North Carolina
4960. kellie Federico Salem, Oregon
4961. Sean Sabella Annapolis, Maryland
4962. Mitchell Marsh New Waverly, Texas
4963. Walter Kleine Oakland, California
4964. Brendan Murphy Belvedere, California
4965. william janes newport, Rhode Island
4966. Anonymous Last Name ALPHARETTA, Georgia
4967. Tracy Tugwell Scranton, Kansas
4968. teresa trucksess absecon, New Jersey
4969. Opal Winebrenner Miami Gardens, Florida
4970. Krista Rose Syosset, New York
238
497 1. Michele Nihipali Hauula, Hawaii
4972. James Hall Columbia, Connecticut
4973. Pamela DeGeyter GHENT, New York
4974. sam foronj Long Beach, New York
4975. Jack Webbor Princeton, New Jersey
4976. Terry Bach Newport, Rhode Island
4977. Stanley Brajer Landing, New Jersey
4978. Mark Clement Fredonia, New York
4979. Jack Phinney Wilton, Connecticut
4980. Patricia Bristow - Johnson Burlington, Vermont
4981. rho andrae- lawford morns, Illinois
4982. Khari Cunningham Kcmcrsville, North Carolina
4983. Dana Forrester Ferndale, Michigan
4984. Michael Gibbs Gilbert, Arizona
4985. Spencer Irwin Newark, Delaware
4986. CATHERINE DASH SOUTH BEND, Indiana
4987. Enrico Verga Seal Beach, California
4988. Mike Johnson Melrose, Massachusetts
4989. Dom Mang Buena Park, California
4990. Kenneth Robertson Kansas City, Missouri
4991. Michelle Van Peborgh Santa Rosa, California
4992. Justin McCraw Farmington Hills, Michigan
4993. Brian Swanson Milwaukee, Wisconsin
4994. Nina Lopez - Ortiz Bronx, New York
4995. Ron Tergesen East Islip, New York
4996. gloria x ...., New Jersey
4997. Lauren Halstead Wilmington, North Carolina
4998. Lyle Nozawa Rosemead, California
4999. Kelley Scanlon Syracuse, New York
5000. Marshall Novis Mendon, Massachusetts
El
239
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Denise Marlowe <mail @changemail.org>
Sent: Tuesday, November 05, 2013 9:43 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: 100 new signers: Chelsea Pitcher, Andre F. Valiquet...
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Another 100 people added their names to Aaron Peluso's petition "Newport Beach City Council: End Blackball
at the Wedge" -- momentum is growing.
There are now 5194 signatures on this petition. Read reasons why people are signing, and respond to Aaron
Peluso by clicking here:
http:// www.change.org/petitions /newport- beach -city- council- end- blackb all- at -the-
wedge /responses /new ?response= 14052667e298
Dear Blackball Working Group,
The Wedge is one of the most premiere skimboarding, bodyboarding and surfing waves in the world. Yet for
decades board riders of all types have been prohibited from enjoying this public resource during the majority
of the south swell season. The City of Newport Beach needs to re- evaluate its policy found in resolution 95-
1 16 and all revisions thereto, to establish rules that can best serve communities which deserve access to this
public space. Further, the city should explicitly address and reverse its discriminatory practice of granting
exclusive use of this public space to a preferred group of wave riding athletes (bodysurfers). Please end
blackball at The Wedge and allow all wave riding athletes equal access to this world class location.
Sincerely,
4698. Chelsea Pitcher Portland, Oregon
4699. Andre F. Valiquet Baltimore, Maryland
4700. Ashley P. camphill, Alabama
4701. Andromeda Scheller Modesto, California
4702. Zach Totz Eastpointe, Michigan
4703. Ronnie Walworth Newport, Rhode Island
4704. Raimy Aguilar Houston, Texas
4705. Kimberly McGraw Hammond, Indiana
4706. Lauren Cooper Lake Grove, New York
4707. Myah Drye San Pedro, California
4708. David Addison Elverson, Pennsylvania
4709. Joyce Johnson Burbank, California
4710. nika banzuela Laguna hills, California
4711. Emma Radeka Middletown, Rhode Island
4712. Kailee Parks Phoenix, Oregon
4714. AJ Demers Odessa, Texas
4715. MaryAnne Glazar Berkeley, California
4716. Gaby Roth savage, Minnesota
4717. Ciana DeSimone Clermont, Florida
240
4718. Kevin McGarigle Fresh Meadows, New York
4719. Kristina Long Escondido, California
4720. Judith Whitman Los Angeles, California
4721. Aeona Anelli San Jose, California
4722. roth woods arm arbor, Michigan
4724. Amanda Schimmel Staten Island, New York
4725. Haley Green Fort Wayne, Indiana
4726. Britton Dunwell Brooklyn, New York
4727. eric full Portsmouth, Rhode Island
4728. Tina Beedle Milton, Florida
4729. Robert Measel Jr Keaau, Hawaii
47' )0. Shelly Creason Livonia, Louisiana
4731. Jeffery Wyatt Calhoun, Georgia
4732. NELSON D SEGOVIA MIAMI, Florida
4733. NICK Ford narragansett, Rhode Island
4734. Anna Shadle Kihei, Hawaii
4735. Grace Teddy Fullerton, California
4736. Cody Davis Half Moon Bay, California
4737. Lee Martinez Falls church, Virginia
4738. stephanie gardner Ypsilanti, Michigan
4739. Simone Lavin New York, New York
4740. Josh Amendola Coeur d'Alene, Idaho
4741. John Dowd Eldridge, Iowa
4742. Elsa Bickford Knoxville, Tennessee
4743. Sylvia Salas Oxnard, California
4744. Elizabeth Chacich Cloquet, Minnesota
4745. Adam Colbert Sparta, Illinois
4746. Katherine Rushton Henderson, Nevada
4747. amalie shadout vista, California
4748, jeffrey collins , United States
4749. Myrelia Woods Kansas City, Missouri
4750. Seth Nagle Campbell, California
4751. Adlin Torres Morales Orlando, Florida
4752. Keith Berger Boca Raton, Florida
4753. Jarvis Raining Bird Havre, Montana
4754. Shannon Garcia Glendale, California
4755. Jill Waddle Hopkinton, Rhode Island
4756. Travis Holland Salemburg, North Carolina
4757. M Saber Glendale, Arizona
4758, Derek Walker Gloucester, Massachusetts
4759. Joey Lutes austin, Texas
4760. Margaret Mayhugh Avoca, Iowa
4761. Robert Diaz Omaha, Nebraska
4762. Kathryn Boland Newport, Rhode Island
4763. Ross Cannizzo Milwaukee, Wisconsin
4764. Scarlett Caldwell San Francisco, California
4765. Amy Boggs Newark, Texas
4766. David Grigsby Wynne, Arkansas
4767. Michelle Acuna , United States
4768. Jessica Reynolds Buellton, California
4769. Paul Castaneda Martinez Ensenada, California
241
4770. Will Hyde Spring, Texas
4771. Felicity Hohenshelt Jacksonville, Florida
4772. Marshalee Willis North Lauderdale, Florida
4773. F Moshref San Diego, California
4774. Jeevan Mathura Bethesda, Maryland
4775. James Watts Annandale, Virginia
4776. Re Hinrichs Preston, Idaho
4777. Karla Dann Kelseyville, California
4778. Doris Aquije Orlando, Florida
4880. Dorothy Wilkinson Hollywood, California
4881. jay zarowitz nor-ton shores, Michigan
4882. Andrea Lee Montclair, New Jersey
4883. danny ramos campbell, Ohio
4884. Jaszmene Smith Millville, New Jersey
4885. Jennifer Schnick Buffalo, New York
4886. Dillon Ringo Celina, Ohio
4887. Angela Azpiroz San Jose, California
4888. Lauren Kelly Walling, Tennessee
4889. Dina Roubal Chicago, Illinois
4890. sonja moskalik Madison, Wisconsin
4891. Alex Taylor carlsbad, California
4892. cric Rogers rockville, Maryland
4893. Eileen Kimsey Tampa, Florida
4894. Don Hunter Arab, Alabama
4895. Trish Miller Stuart, Florida
4896. Joseph Reininger Colorado Springs, Colorado
4897. Gina Faro Brattleboro, Vermont
4898. Francesca Guido San Mateo, California
4899. Cami Cameron Vancouver, Washington
4900. Denise Marlowe Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota
242
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Sherry Post <mail @changemail.org>
Sent: Tuesday, November 05, 2013 1:09 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: 100 new signers: Patricia Cachopo, Mary Escobar...
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Another 100 people added their names to Aaron Peluso's petition "Newport Beach City Council: End Blackball
at the Wedge" -- momentum is growing.
There are now 4714 signatures on this petition. Read reasons why people are signing, and respond to Aaron
Peluso by clicking here:
http: / /www. change.org/petitions /newport- beach - city- council - end - blackball- at -the-
wed eg /responses /new ?response= 14052667e298
Dear Blackball Working Group,
The Wedge is one of the most premiere skimboarding, bodyboarding and surfing waves in the world. Yet for
decades board riders of all types have been prohibited from enjoying this public resource during the majority
of the south swell season. The City of Newport Beach needs to re- evaluate its policy found in resolution 95-
116 and all revisions thereto, to establish rules that can best serve communities which deserve access to this
public space. Further, the city should explicitly address and reverse its discriminatory practice of granting
exclusive use of this public space to a preferred group of wave riding athletes (bodysurfers). Please end
blackball at The Wedge and allow all wave riding athletes equal access to this world class location.
Sincerely,
3953. Patricia Cachopo Santa Clara, California
3954. Mary Escobar Miami, Florida
4203. Nancy Bain Palo Alto, California
4204. Sergio Rivera Chicago, Illinois
3957. Linda Allen Snyder, New York
3958. Michelle Panameno Los Angeles, California
4207. John Wadsworth Portland, Oregon
3960. Oscar Alvarez west toluca lake, California
3961. Gary Carpenter Pacifica, California
3962. Anthony DePaolo Southington, Connecticut
3963. Christopher Cooney Kirkland, Washington
3964. Ryan Peiffer Port Clinton, Ohio
3965.christy anderson- crosen ford, Washington
4214. Alicia Herrington Macomb, Michigan
4215. Debbie Trujillo Dover, Arkansas
4216. Ryan Cridelich Oconomowoc, Wisconsin
4217. Evelyn Och pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
4218. Angelica Woon Pleasanton, California
4219. Linda Mattox Spokane, Washington
243
4220. Elizabeth Gist hollywood, California
4221. Annette Allen Santa Ana, California
4222. Laurel Hawton Alamo, California
4223. Mike Stice Laguna Beach, California
4224. Richard Daly Bonita Springs, Florida
4225. Howard Cohen Palo Alto, California
4226. devise Charles Culver city, California
4227. Savanna Balkun West Hartford, Connecticut
4228. Barbara Kinzer Colonial Heights, Virginia
4229. Julian Maldonado San Pedro, California
4230. Leonard Spada Commack, New York
4231. Maggie McCormick Middletown, Rhode Island
4232. David Schwartz Chicago, Illinois
4233. Philip Knapp PHOENIX, Arizona
4234. jscott sibya Newport, Rhode Island
4235. Ailsa Wu Waltham, Massachusetts
4236. Zachary Kerschberg , United States
4237. Candace Hill Austell, Georgia
423 8. Steven Puente Culver City, California
4239. JW Lafferty Santa Monica, California
4240. Bert Barry St. Louis, Missouri
4241. Lois Foster Indianapolis, Indiana
4242. Alan Johnson Tigard, Oregon
4243. Anthony Stradone Narragansett, Rhode Island
4244. CHRISTINE HARVEY BRONX, New York
4245. brace watson Santa Cruz, California
4246. Nicole balick pasadens, California
4247. Leslie Pusey Vermillion, South Dakota
4248. Renee Briggs Dallesport, Washington
4249. Lydia Vermeer Made, Nebraska
4250. Sandy Williams Covina, California
4251. Robert Linzmeier Palatine, Illinois
4252. anna mason santa ynez, California
4253. Lou Ann Alexander Coral Springs, Florida
4254. Jill Kotch Wakefield, Rhode Island
4255. c silver rmond, Indiana
4256. Patrick Webb Moorpark, California
4257. William Mazor Manhattan Beach, California
4258. Rachel Sovilla La Habra, California
4259. Kevin Bellock San Diego, California
4260. Micaiah Thomas Laveen, Arizona
4261. Max Delaney Stinson Beach, California
4262. Kristian Lewis Encinitas, California
4263. Richard Burdette Allison Park, Pennsylvania
4264. Frida Ruiz Lakewood, California
4265. James Dodd Guerneville, California
4266. Brian Hanos Oceanside, California
4267. Bunnie Finkelstein St. Helena, California
4268. Raymond Wells Ellensburg, Washington
4269. Tim Maschok Pikesville, Maryland
4270. Kadie Winckelmann Jersey City, New Jersey
244
4271. Sarah Reid Ithaca, New York
4272. Phillip Jones Vista, California
4273. James Petersen Holualaoa, Iowa
4274. Malerie Floyd Greensboro, North Carolina
4275. Patricia Spring Scottsdale, Arizona
4276. Kenneth Douglas Owings Mills, Maryland
4277. Rakiah Harrison Boston, Massachusetts
4278. Belinda Lang Birmingham, Alabama
4279. E Landers Granby, Connecticut
4280. kevin boyette kilauea, Hawaii
4281. wayne isham Oak View, California
4282. Jennifer Bullock Austin, Texas
4283. Devin Brizendine Springfield, Illinois
4284. Ellen Gachesa Napa, California
4285. Joey Henson Miami, Florida
4286. Eric Godsey Atwood, Tennessee
4287. Edward Nista Lake Oswego, Oregon
4288. Jane Sanders Valparaiso, Indiana
4289. Victoria Old Menifee, California
4290. Curtorim Union, United States
4291. Rick Ilgin Irving, Texas
4292. Victor Odlivak Seattle, Washington
4293. John Horvath Honolulu, Hawaii
4294. michael sarabia Stockton, California
4295. Priscilla williams Topeka, Kansas
4296. chris hagen Sacramento, California
4297. James Shawvan San Diego, California
4298. Katharine Huseby Portland, Oregon
4299. Virginia Mendez North Miami Beach, Florida
4300. Sherry Post San Pablo, California
245
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Murphy, Kevin <KeMurphy @fnf.com>
Sent:
Tuesday, November 05, 2013 11:51 AM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Solution to blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
This proposal is to appease all water men. Where all can catch waves without fear on injury or fighting.
40/44 keep boogieland as is and boogie boarders are happy all day.
52/56 for surfers all day. Keeps the surfers happy And last but not least. Pick either 44/48 or 48/52 for swimmers only
ALL day.
This way we the swimmers can catch waves at 7,8,9 or loam just like all the surfers and boogie boarders. And not have
to worry about getting run over.
Right now this group has to wait until blackball goes up and that's not fair to us swimmers.
Test this out for a year and review again.
Sincerely,
Kevin Murphy
Vice President
Hall of Fame
Fidelity National Title
19000 MacArthur Blvd. Ste. 300
Irvine, ca 92612
Cell 714 624 2906
Fax 949 788 2893
Kemurphy @fnf.com
246
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sandy Williams <mail @changemail.org>
Sent:
Tuesday, November 05, 2013 11:38 AM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
250 more people signed: victoria frieze, Kelli Messer...
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
250 more people just signed Aaron Peluso's petition "Newport Beach City Council: End Blackball at the
Wedge" that has you designated as a target.
There are now 4555 signatures on this petition. Read reasons why people are signing, and respond to Aaron
Peluso by clicking here:
http: / /www.change. org ,/petitions ,lnewl2ort - beach -city- council- end - blackball- at -the-
wedge /responses /new ?response= 14052667e298
Dear Blackball Working Group,
The Wedge is one of the most premiere skimboarding, bodyboarding and surfing waves in the world. Yet for
decades board riders of all types have been prohibited from enjoying this public resource during the majority
of the south swell season. The City of Newport Beach needs to re- evaluate its policy found in resolution 95-
116 and all revisions thereto, to establish rules that can best serve communities which deserve access to this
public space. Further, the city should explicitly address and reverse its discriminatory practice of granting
exclusive use of this public space to a preferred group of wave riding athletes (bodysurfers). Please end
blackball at The Wedge and allow all wave riding athletes equal access to this world class location.
Sincerely,
3726. victoria frieze diberville, Mississippi
3727. Kelli Messer Gastonia, North Carolina
3728, Walter Birdwell Osceola, Missouri
3729. brett miller ben lomomnd, California
3730. erica regelin knoxville, Tennessee
3731. Clark Carroll Providence, Rhode Island
3732. Tom Davidson Palmer, Texas
3733. Douglas McNeill Greenbelt, Maryland
3734, Michelle Anderson Venice, California
3 73 5. Kevin Acosta New York, New York
3736. Geri Kromminga Vancouver, Washington
3737. Andrew Lamoureux Selkirk, New York
3738. Ethan Hopper Canton, Michigan
3739. Melissa Kirton Middletown, Rhode Island
3740. Esther Weaver Highland, New York
3 74 1. susan yates Ins angeles, California
3742. Shannnon Owings Newark, Delaware
3743. Leticia Fermin Gastonia, North Carolina
3744. Regina Henderson Stanford, California
247
3745. Pete Larsen Champaign, Illinois
3746. Joshua Eckhoff Ballwin, Missouri
3747. Angelo Angel Chardon, Ohio
3748. Timothy Spong Houston, Delaware
3749. wayne Phillips jackson, Wyoming
3750. Komal Ram Fountain Valley, California
3751. Blair Rieckmann Holland, Michigan
3752. Roger Parker San Diego, California
3753. Aitor Bazo New York, New York
3754. David Watson Seattle, Washington
3755. Reginald Woolston Bakersfield, California
3756. Sky Roney Cardiff, California
3757. Deanna Rohlsen Briarwood, New York
3758. Robin T ASTORIA, New York
3759. Angela Miller Lambertville, Michigan
3760. Connie Li San Jose, California
3761. Pierre Lefort St- Etienne -de- Balton QC Canada, Alabama
3762. Casey Ljuba Lorton, Virginia
3763. Timothy Cook Bel Air, Maryland
3764. spring sorensen phoenix, Arizona
3765. Leslie Leslie Mill Valley, California
3766. Jean Coe San Clemente, California
3768. matt slade loves park, Illinois
3769. Kayla Jesberger Willowick, Ohio
3770. Gail McMullen Los Angeles, California
3771. Cem Vurusaner Whitefish Bay, Wisconsin
3772. Andrew Morphis Portland, Oregon
3773. Heather McRae Cashmere, Washington
3774. Thomas Lee Portland, Oregon
3775. Kim Mack Shelton, Washington
3776. Janet Azevedo Wauna, Washington
3777. Robert Snyder North Syracuse, New York
3778. Tobey Green Bums, Kansas
3779. Sveta Slobodyan Duluth, Minnesota
3780. Candi Fullard Lafayette, Louisiana
3781. Dale Mayer Noblesville, Indiana
3784. Mary Dashiell Patchogue, New York
3786. Andy Al- Dulaimy Longmeadow, Massachusetts
3793. Yvonne Nguyen herdon, Virginia
3796. Shawn Bogard Buford, Georgia
3797. John Memoli Providence, Rhode Island
3802. Steven Kahn Longmont, Colorado
3804. Lindsey O. Iowa City, Iowa
3807. James Rupp Mattoon, Illinois
3810. Christi Morrow Shasta Lake, California
3813. Laurel Scott Kailua -Kona, Hawaii
3815. Michael Morrill Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
3816. Amy Landis Oakland, California
3817. matt asper Flagler Beach, Florida
3818. Talia bat Pessi New York, New York
3819. Domingo Suarez Miami, Florida
248
3820. Maria Karsou Mamaroneck, New York
3821. Linda Chamberlin Los Alamos, New Mexico
3822. Sara Segura Kahanamoku - Snelling New Haven, Connecticut
3823. Jose Trevino Spring, Texas
3824. Suzanne Reschke San Marcos, California
3825. Bobby Fortney Baltimore, Maryland
3826. Diambu Smith Euclid, Ohio
3827. Karen Stewart Meridian, Idaho
3828. adam webster fort smith, Arkansas
3829. Charles Skoda Brentwood, Tennessee
3830. Carla Ortiz Metuchen, New Jersey
3831. Andres Pacificar Bonita, California
3832. Sarah Dowdy Augusta, Georgia
3833. Timothy Rabenold Alburtis, Pennsylvania
3834. tony atfino san diego, California
3835. Lisa Richardson Ann Arbor, Michigan
3836. M A Fairhope, Alabama
3837. Barby MacGowan Middletown, Rhode Island
3838. Chudney McLyn Los Angeles, California
3839. Phil Simmons Hercules, California
3840. Bill Fundom Memphis, Tennessee
3841. Christopher Cushing Newport, Rhode Island
3843. MARYBETH VAN PELT SENECA, South Carolina
3844. Angela Wehnert Tacoma, Washington
3845. Frances Lewis Novato, California
3846. James Wilbur Alvin, Texas
3847. Armand Strong Washington, District Of Columbia
3848. rayna blanco brooklyn, New York
3849. Jill Hawtrey Seattle, Washington
3850. Nicholas Monitto Kissimmee, Florida
3851. Jesse Nelson Manhattan Beach, California
3852. Ruby Nieto Sacramento, California
3853. Susan Lowery Montague, Massachusetts
3854. Shawna Abbatiello Sunrise, Florida
3855. Cherise Cobert Douglasville, Georgia
3856. Jennifer Mattison Los Angeles, California
3857. August Sanchez Santa Rosa, California
3858. Jesyka Bartlett New Orleans, Louisiana
3859. LIsa Vandermay Renton, Washington
3860. David Schafranka Phoenix, Arizona
3861. joan lee chevy chase, Maryland
3862. ROSS James Ventura, California
3863. Kevin Collins corona, California
3864. Christopher Sanchez Riverside, California
3865. Ken Spence Columbus, Georgia
3866. Howard LaMell Jersey City, New Jersey
3867. Gary Mendoza Middletown, Rhode Island
3868. Katrina Durbak Ramsey, New Jersey
3869. Karen Abbruscato Pleasanton, California
3870. sandra Huerta Manhattan, Kansas
3871. francois lupi Hoboken, New Jersey
249
3873. Christine Galloway Dallas, Texas
3874. Laura Albert Algonquin, Illinois
3875. James Burnell Henderson, Nevada
3876. Cynthia Wood Cocolalla, Idaho
3877. dean morse Norwich, Connecticut
3878. Thomas Mercks Maryville, Tennessee
3879. David Blakeman Dolan Springs, Arizona
3880. Thomas Jones towson, Maryland
3881. Judy Welker Bloomington, Minnesota
3882. Emily Marshall Aspen, Colorado
3883. Alex Schwartz Andover, Massachusetts
3884. Cheryl McKiernan Sioux Falls, South Dakota
3885. Lonnie Sheinart LA, California
3886. Shirell Gross Baltimore, Maryland
3887. B R Wailuku, Hawaii
3888. Patrick Connor South Portland, Maine
3889. Nancy Lilley Humble, Texas
3890. Jennifer Lowry Columbia, Tennessee
3891. Nora - Adrienne Deret Brooklyn, New York
3892. Suzanne Tessandori La Verne, California
3893. Kiu Leung Middleton, Wisconsin
3894. Linda Jaso Templeton, California
3895. Alicia Copeland Covina, California
3896. Juan Antonio Gonzalez, United States
3897. Sarah Berenson Ridgefield, Connecticut
3898. Courtney Cain Long Beach, California
3899. BRENT LUND PASADENA, California
3900. Abigail Newell St. Louis, Missouri
3901. Seth Gosin Linwood, New Jersey
3902. Christa Agostino Chino Valley, Arizona
3903. Tim Linerud Belmont, California
3904. James Long Monticello, Minnesota
3905. Hari Khalsa Santa Cruz, New Mexico
3906. Antonia Salaz- Siania Grand Junction, Colorado
3907. Ash Russell Williston, North Dakota
3908. Sierra Laird Boulder Creek, California
3909. Alison Austin Phoenix, Arizona
3910. cheryl Scaccio venice, California
3911. Oscar Eaglin Jr. Houston, Texas
3913. Renee McGuire Wilmington, North Carolina
3914. Kelly Sutton Anahiem, California
3915. Terry Ebersole Longview, Washington
3916. Ashley Kopcso Stratford, Connecticut
3917. Ashley Brannstrom Arlington Heights, Illinois
3918. Mike Dominguez Los Angeles, California
3919. gail marsico clearwater, Florida
3920. Kelly Keniston Rantoul, Illinois
3921. amrcn murray Lincoln, Nebraska
3922. alexander cameron Vail, Colorado
3923. Michael Powell Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia
3924. Jacob Kuntz Versailles, Kentucky
250
3925. Jeff Halbrooks Lawton, Oklahoma
3926. Coco Wacaster Berkeley Heights, New Jersey
3927. Joy Barkley Mount Airy, Maryland
3928. many grahe millersville, Maryland
3929. Daniel Shirk Los Angeles, California
3930. Patience Ross Hicksville, New York
3931. dr e hegeman ny, New York
3932. John Storme Salem, Oregon
3933. Bob Blanding Sebastian, Florida
3934. Scott wagner Hilo, Hawaii
3935. Liz Lundquist South St. Paul, Minnesota
3936. Nicole Brancel Middleton, Wisconsin
3937. Christopher Ryan San Diego, California
3938. Michael Haffey Lyndhurst, Ohio
3939. Karissa Herman Lebanon, Oregon
3940. Kyle Lucke murrieta, California
3941. Melody Martin Norcross, Georgia
3942. Hannah Turpin Columbus, Ohio
3943. Monica Otero Irvine, California
3944. Robert Slavik San Diego, California
3945. Roxann Cooper Tonawanda, New York
3946. Stephanie Grimm Milledgeville, Georgia
3947. Ryan Taylor Los Angeles, California
3948. Debbie House Syracuse, New York
3949. Steve Hamilton North Yarmouth, Maine
3950. Kirsten Dirks Phoenix, Arizona
3951. Richard Smirl Knoxville, Tennessee
3952. dorinda kelley portland, Oregon
3953. Patricia Cachopo Santa Clara, California
3954. Mary Escobar Miami, Florida
4203. Nancy Bain Palo Alto, California
4204. Sergio Rivera Chicago, Illinois
3957. Linda Allen Snyder, New York
3958. Michelle Panameno Los Angeles, California
4207. John Wadsworth Portland, Oregon
3960. Oscar Alvarez west toluca lake, California
3961. Gary Carpenter Pacifica, California
3962. Anthony DePaoto Southington, Connecticut
3963. Christopher Cooney Kirkland, Washington
3964. Ryan Peiffer Port Clinton, Ohio
3965. christy anderson- crosen ford, Washington
4214. Alicia Herrington Macomb, Michigan
4215. Debbie Trujillo Dover, Arkansas
4216. Ryan Cridelich Oconomowoc, Wisconsin
4217. Evelyn Och Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
4218. Angelica Woon Pleasanton, California
4219. Linda Mattox Spokane, Washington
4220. Elizabeth Gist hollywood, California
4221. Annette Allen Santa Ana, California
4222. Laurel Hawton Alamo, California
4223. Mike Stice Laguna Beach, California
251
4224. Richard Daly Bonita Springs, Florida
4225. Howard Cohen Palo Alto, California
4226. denise charles culver city, California
4227. Savanna Balkun West Hartford, Connecticut
4228. Barbara Kinzer Colonial Heights, Virginia
4229. Julian Maldonado San Pedro, California
4230. Leonard Spada Commack, New York
4231. Maggie McCormick Middletown, Rhode Island
4232. David Schwartz Chicago, Illinois
4233. Philip Knapp PHOENIX, Arizona
4234. jscott sibya Newport, Rhode Island
4235. Ailsa Wu Waltham, Massachusetts
4236. Zachary Kerschberg , United States
4237. Candace Hill Austell, Georgia
423 S. Steven Puente Culver City, California
4239. JW Lafferty Santa Monica, California
4240. Bert Barry St. Louis, Missouri
4241. Lois Foster Indianapolis, Indiana
4242. Alan Johnson Tigard, Oregon
4243. Anthony Stradone Narragansett, Rhode Island
4244. CHRISTINE HARVEY BRONX, New York
4245. bruce watson Santa Cruz, California
4246. Nicole balick pasadens, California
4247. Leslie Pusey Vermillion, South Dakota
4248. Renee Briggs Dallesport, Washington
4249. Lydia Vermeer Made, Nebraska
4250. Sandy Williams Covina, California
1
252
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Abigail Newell <mail @changemail.org>
Sent:
Tuesday, November 05, 2013 8:21 AM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
100 new signers: Gail McMullen, Cem Vurusaner...
Fallow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Another 100 people added their names to Aaron Peluso's petition "Newport Beach City Council: End Blackball
at the Wedge" -- momentum is growing.
There are now 3901 signatures on this petition. Read reasons why people are signing, and respond to Aaron
Peluso by clicking here:
http: / /www.change.org /petitions /newport- beach - city- council - end - blackball- at -the-
wedge /responses /new ?response= 14052667e298
Dear Blackball Working Group,
The Wedge is one of the most premiere skimboarding, bodyboarding and surfing waves in the world. Yet for
decades board riders of all types have been prohibited from enjoying this public resource during the majority
of the south swell season. The City of Newport Beach needs to re- evaluate its policy found in resolution 95-
116 and all revisions thereto, to establish rules that can best serve communities which deserve access to this
public space. Further, the city should explicitly address and reverse its discriminatory practice of granting
exclusive use of this public space to a preferred group of wave riding athletes (bodysurfers). Please end
blackball at The Wedge and allow all wave riding athletes equal access to this world class location.
Sincerely,
3770. Gail McMullen Los Angeles, California
3771. Cem Vurusaner Whitefish Bay, Wisconsin
3772. Andrew Morphis Portland, Oregon
3773. Heather McRae Cashmere, Washington
3774. Thomas Lee Portland, Oregon
3775. Kim Mack Shelton, Washington
3776. Janet Azevedo Wauna, Washington
3777. Robert Snyder North Syracuse, New York
3778. Tobey Green Burns, Kansas
3779. Sveta Slobodyan Duluth, Minnesota
3780. Candi Fullard Lafayette, Louisiana
3781. Dale Mayer Noblesville, Indiana
3784. Mary Dashiell Patchogue, New York
3786. Andy Al- Dulaimy Longmeadow, Massachusetts
3793. Yvonne Nguyen herdon, Virginia
3796. Shawn Bogard Buford, Georgia
3797. John Memoli Providence, Rhode Island
3802. Steven Kahn Longmont, Colorado
3804. Lindsey O. Iowa City, Iowa
253
3807. James Rupp Mattoon, Illinois
3810. Christi Morrow Shasta Lake, California
3813. Laurel Scott Kailua -Kona, Hawaii
3815. Michael Morrill Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
3816. Amy Landis Oakland, California
3817. matt asper Flagler Beach, Florida
3818. Talia bat Pessi New York, New York
3819. Domingo Suarez Miami, Florida
3820. Maria Karsou Mamaroneck, New York
3821. Linda Chamberlin Los Alamos, New Mexico
3822. Sara Segura Kahanamoku- Snelling New Haven, Connecticut
3823. Jose Trevino Spring, Texas
3824. Suzanne Reschke San Marcos, California
3825. Bobby Fortney Baltimore, Maryland
3826. Diambu Smith Euclid, Ohio
3827. Karen Stewart Meridian, Idaho
3828. adam wcbster fort smith, Arkansas
3829. Charles Skoda Brentwood, Tennessee
3830. Carla Ortiz Metuchen, New Jersey
3831. Andres Pacificar Bonita, California
3832. Sarah Dowdy Augusta, Georgia
3833. Timothy Rabenold Alburtis, Pennsylvania
3834. tony alfino san diego, California
3835. Lisa Richardson Ann Arbor, Michigan
3836. M A Fairhope, Alabama
3837. Barby MacGowan Middletown, Rhode Island
3838. Chudncy McLyn Los Angeles, California
3839. Phil Simmons Hercules, California
3840. Bill Fundom Memphis, Tennessee
3841. Christopher Cushing Newport, Rhode Island
3843. MARYBETH VAN PELT SENECA, South Carolina
3844. Angela Wehnert Tacoma, Washington
3845. Frances Lewis Novato, California
3846. James Wilbur Alvin, Texas
3847. Armand Strong Washington, District Of Columbia
3848. rayna blanco brooklyn, New York
3849. Jill Hawtrey Seattle, Washington
3850. Nicholas Monitto Kissimmee, Florida
3851. Jesse Nelson Manhattan Beach, California
3852. Ruby Nieto Sacramento, California
3853. Susan Lowery Montague, Massachusetts
3854. Shawna Abbatiello Sunrise, Florida
3855. Cherise Cobert Douglasville, Georgia
3856. Jennifer Mattison Los Angeles, California
3857. August Sanchez Santa Rosa, California
3858. Jesyka Bartlett New Orleans, Louisiana
3859. LIsa Vandermay Renton, Washington
3860, David Schafranka Phoenix, Arizona
3861. joan lee chewy chase, Maryland
3862. ROSS James Ventura, California
3863. Kevin Collins corona, California
254
3864. Christopher Sanchez Riverside, California
3865. Ken Spence Columbus, Georgia
3866. Howard LaMell Jersey City, New Jersey
3867. Gary Mendoza Middletown, Rhode Island
3868. Katrina Durbak Ramsey, New Jersey
3869. Karen Abbruscato Pleasanton, California
3870. sandra Huerta Manhattan, Kansas
3871. francois lupi Hoboken, New Jersey
3873. Christine Galloway Dallas, Texas
3874. Laura Albert Algonquin, Illinois
3875. James Burnell Henderson, Nevada
3876. Cynthia Wood Cocolalla, Idaho
3877. dean morse Norwich, Connecticut
3878. Thomas Mercks Maryville, Tennessee
3879. David Blakeman Dolan Springs, Arizona
3880. Thomas Jones towson, Maryland
3881. Judy Welker Bloomington, Minnesota
3882. Emily Marshall Aspen, Colorado
3883. Alex Schwartz Andover, Massachusetts
3884. Cheryl McKiernan Sioux Falls, South Dakota
3885. Lonnie Sheinart LA, California
3886. Shirell Gross Baltimore, Maryland
3887. B R Wailuku, Hawaii
3888. Patrick Connor South Portland, Maine
3889. Nancy Lilley Humble, Texas
3890. Jennifer Lowry Columbia, Tennessee
3891. Nora- Adrienne Deret Brooklyn, New York
3892. Suzanne Tessandori La Verne, California
3893. Kiu Leung Middleton, Wisconsin
3894. Linda Jaso Templeton, California
El
255
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Locey, Mary
Sent:
Tuesday, November 05, 2013 8:11 AM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
FW: Support for Resolution 95 -116
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Mary Locey I Public Information Specialist
949 - 644 -3031
From: mark @justaddweights.com [mailto :mark @justaddweights.com]
Sent: Tuesday, November 05, 2013 6:31 AM
To: Locey, Mary
Subject: Support for Resolution 95 -116
RE: Blackball Surfing Regulations
Resolution 95 -116
Good morning!
I just received a request to sign a petition from "Change.org" by Aaaron Peluso, Laguna Beach CA. In his petition Aaron
asks that "The City of Newport Beach needs to re- evaluate its policy found in resolution 95 -116 and all revisions
thereto, to establish rules that can best serve communities which deserve access to this public space. Further, the city
should explicitly address and reverse its discriminatory practice of granting exclusive use of this public space to a
preferred group of wave riding athletes (bodysurfers)." Mr. Peluso says that "for decades board riders of all types have
been prohibited from enjoying this public resource (The Wedge) during the majority of the south swell season."
I am an East Coast surfer and bodysurfer usually enjoying the surf at the Hatteras National Seashore in North Carolina
and have only visited Newport Beach briefly. Nonetheless, since I was asked to sign a petition to reverse resolution 95-
116, 1 will offer my opinion. Through surfing publications and general media coverage I have always had an understanding
the The Wedge is best suited to bodysurfing. Steep, hollow shore break waves in general are best enjoyed without a
surfboard or other floatation device. I find that boogy boarders and surfers can overrun a good body surfing spot. Do to
better floatation and planing ability, their higher speed paddling and earlier entry into the wave allows them to take
advantage of gentlemen's rules of wave riding. They catch the wave earlier and manage to outmaneuver the body surfer
by gaining an inside take -off advantage. Courtesy and kind conduct cannot be counted on any day but especially not
when professional surfers and boogy boarders are working to get media coverage as it seems is the case at The Wedge.
Further, surfboards and other floatation devices in close contact with bodysurfers make for hazardous conditions for the
bodysurfer. The end result is that the bodysurfer has to relinquish his /her place in the lineup to the surfer and boogy
boarder.
Therefore. I will not sign Mr. Peluso's petition. I wish to express my support for the existing resolution 95 -116 and the
long standing tradition of preserving The Wedge primarily as a bodysurfing wave and limiting surfboards and other
floatation devices during designated hours of the day. If you should have any questions, feel free to contact me.
Kind regards,
Mark Kosich
Just AddWeights, Inc.
PO Box 71
Bailey NC 27807
256
Phone: (252) 235 -4833
Email: mark(o)iustaddweights.com
257
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: mark @justaddweights.com
Sent: Tuesday, November 05, 2013 7:06 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: Support for Resolution 951116
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
RE: Blackball Surfing Regulations
Resolution 95 -116
Good morning!
I just received a request to sign a petition from "Change.org" by Aaaron Peluso, Laguna Beach CA. In his petition Aaron
asks that "The City of Newport Beach needs to re- evaluate its policy found in resolution 95 -116 and all revisions
thereto, to establish rules that can best serve communities which deserve access to this public space. Further, the city
should explicitly address and reverse its discriminatory practice of granting exclusive use of this public space to a
preferred group of wave riding athletes ( bodysurfers)." Mr. Peluso says that "for decades board riders of all types have
been prohibited from enjoying this public resource (The Wedge) during the majority of the south swell season."
I am an East Coast surfer and bodysurfer usually enjoying the surf at the Hatteras National Seashore in North Carolina
and have only visited Newport Beach briefly. Nonetheless, since I was asked to sign a petition to reverse resolution 95-
116, 1 will offer my opinion. Through surfing publications and general media coverage I have always had an understanding
the The Wedge is best suited to bodysurfing. Steep, hollow shore break waves in general are best enjoyed without a
surfboard or other floatation device. I find that boogy boarders and surfers can overrun a good body surfing spot. Do to
better floatation and planing ability, their higher speed paddling and earlier entry into the wave allows them to take
advantage of gentlemen's rules of wave riding. They catch the wave earlier and manage to outmaneuver the body surfer
by gaining an inside take -off advantage. Courtesy and kind conduct cannot be counted on any day but especially not
when professional surfers and boogy boarders are working to get media coverage as it seems is the case at The Wedge.
Further, surfboards and other floatation devices in close contact with bodysurfers make for hazardous conditions for the
bodysurfer. The end result is that the bodysurfer has to relinquish his /her place in the lineup to the surfer and boogy
boarder.
Therefore, I will not sign Mr. Peluso's petition. I wish to express my support for the existing resolution 95 -116 and the
long standing tradition of preserving The Wedge primarily as a bodysurfing wave and limiting surfboards and other
floatation devices during designated hours of the day. If you should have any questions, feel free to contact me.
Kind regards,
Mark Kosich
Just AddWeights, Inc.
PO Box 71
Bailey NC 27807
Phone: (252) 235 4833
Email: mark(uiustaddweights.com
258
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Komal Ram <mail @changemail.org>
Sent: Tuesday, November 05, 2013 6:57 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: 250 more people signed: Leslie Morrow, Logan Meckley...
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
250 more people just signed Aaron Peluso's petition "Newport Beach City Council: End Blackball at the
Wedge" that has you designated as a target.
There are now 3749 signatures on this petition. Read reasons why people are signing, and respond to Aaron
Peluso by clicking here:
http: / /www. change.org /petitions /newport- beach - city- council - end - blackball- at -the-
wedge/ responses /new ?response= 14052667e298
Dear Blackball Working Group,
The Wedge is one of the most premiere skimboarding, bodyboarding and surfing waves in the world. Yet for
decades board riders of all types have been prohibited from enjoying this public resource during the majority
of the south swell season. The City of Newport Beach needs to re- evaluate its policy found in resolution 95-
116 and all revisions thereto, to establish rules that can best serve communities which deserve access to this
public space. Further, the city should explicitly address and reverse its discriminatory practice of granting
exclusive use of this public space to a preferred group of wave riding athletes (bodysurfers). Please end
blackball at The Wedge and allow all wave riding athletes equal access to this world class location.
Sincerely,
3246. Leslie Morrow Urbana, Illinois
3247. Logan Meckley Avalon, New Jersey
3248. Chris McGratty Charlotte, North Carolina
3249. Alita Angell - Murray Shasta Lake, California
3250. John Jagodowski Redington Shores, Florida
3251. Jill Brubaker Morristown, New Jersey
3252. Erik Sandstrom shoreline, Washington
3253. Margaret O'Reilly Aspen, Colorado
3254. Beth Carter Carrollton, Georgia
3255. Flemming Heegaard Front Royal, Virginia
3256. Aranyani Smith jamaica, New York
3257. Rachel Akerman Brooklyn, New York
3258. chris callahan missoula, Montana
3259. Susan Torres Carmel, New York
3260. Jeremy Spencer Pacifica, California
3261. arthur bundick Boonsboro, Maryland
3262. Joy Stoffers New Brunswick, New Jersey
3263. Richard Simon Kansas City, Missouri
3264. Elizabeth Merker New York, New York
259
3265. Julia Long Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
3266. Jeannette Pina Miami, Florida
3267. Brian Pearson Chalfont, Pennsylvania
3268. Kay Smith Midwest City, Oklahoma
3269. James King Middletown, Rhode Island
3270. Dennis Murphy Sayreville, New Jersey
3271. Barry Rabichow Oak Park, Illinois
3272. Martin Futoma Newington, Connecticut
3273. Judith Neufeld - Fernandez San Diego, California
3274. Stephen Mills Phoenix, Arizona
3275. Scott Johnson Cape Girardeau, Missouri
3276. Beverly Peake New York, New York
3277. Raul Vazquez San Juan, Puerto Rico
3278. Anna Blanchard Saint Charles, Missouri
3279. Patricia McCarthy Charlotte, North Carolina
3280. Amber Y. Brooklyn, New York
3281. Beverly Frederick Cumberland, Maryland
3282. Arun Dutta Ann Arbor, Michigan
3283. Robin Smith westport, Massachusetts
3284. Josephine Baker Aloha, Oregon
3285. Kyle Halavik Saunderstown, Rhode Island
3286. Cheryl Gallegos TX, Texas
3287. Darrell Haertl Houston, Texas
3288. Lynn Larkins Ruckersville, Virginia
3289. Cheyenne Penland Spartanburg, South Carolina
3290. Roger Ackerman Jr Corning, New York
3291. Joe Glaston Desert Hot Springs, California
3292. robert bautista Virginia Beach, Virginia
3293. Franz Halaschek- Wiener Marietta, Georgia
3294. Mitchell Nash Birmingham, Alabama
3295. Andres Gonzalez Murrieta, California
3296. wendy russell idaho falls, Idaho
3297. Lon Newman Wausau, Wisconsin
3298. April Sosa West Valley City, Utah
3299. jonathan shlafer maplewood, New Jersey
3300. Cesar Vidal Prairie Village, Kansas
3301. Stefanie Johnson Jersey City, New Jersey
3302. Christopher Roeszler Fargo, North Dakota
3303. Sam Randolph Columbus, Ohio
3304. Art Bishop Bethany Beach, Delaware
3305. Amanda Scuder New York, New York
3306. Jon Perpctua Elk Grove, California
3307. Jeremiah O'Connor Middletown, Rhode Island
3308. Carson Turowski Newport, Rhode Island
3309. Pauline McCrady Newport, Rhode Island
3310. Lane duPont Newport, Rhode Island
3311. Alison Loughlin Freeport, Maine
3313. Mike Pritchett Morristown, New Jersey
3314. David Van Hoven Jenison, Michigan
3315. Ashlee Jones Piedmont, Alabama
3316. RYNA FINN BARRINGTON, Rhode Island
260
33 17. Jamika James fort sill, Oklahoma
3318. Carrie Wright Friendswood, Texas
3319. Mary Cameron AUSTIN, Texas
3320. Fred Amador Glendale, Arizona
3 32 1. Tyler Davis Oxford, Ohio
3322. Rasha Kathawa Warren, Michigan
3323. Pascal Kouromenos Berkeley, California
3324. Alan Huse prineeton, New Jersey
3325. Kimberley Pankow Wellington, Florida
3326. Matthew Coleman Woodstock, Georgia
3327. Sherri West St Louis, Missouri
3328. Maegan Wilson Garland, Texas
3329. Juan Moreno Cary, North Carolina
3330. devon wyman redlands, California
3331. Michael Darby Marietta, New York
3332. Sarah Doolittle Austin, Texas
3333. Selina Brandon Harlingen, Texas
3334. Mary Scott Kenosha, Wisconsin
3335. Chris Grimley North Wales, Pennsylvania
3336. John Beier Wilton, Wisconsin
3337. Ryan Stockton Gardnerville, Nevada
3338. Tina Cox Radford, Virginia
3339. Nancy Perry St Auguastine, Florida
3340. Martin Schwartz Moms Plains, New Jersey
3341. Ross Manley Springfield, Virginia
3342. heidi laberda maple grove, Minnesota
3343. Luz Pacheco Moorpark, California
3344. Kenneth Gold Bell Canyon, California
3345. Birgitte Sorensen Santa Monica, California
3346. Brad St. Martin Providence, Rhode Island
3347. Jenny Mai Springfield, Virginia
3348. Jena Levasseur Asheville, North Carolina
3349. Mike Raines Currituck, North Carolina
3350. Sarah Anderson Yankton, South Dakota
3351. Maryanne Bailey -Porter Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio
3352. Maureen Castruccio Pleasanton, California
3354. Angela Williams San Marcos, Texas
3355. William Yarnell Lewisberry, Pennsylvania
3356. James Hamillton pve, California
3357. Niki Desai Havertown, Pennsylvania
3358. Timothy Reissman Chicago, Illinois
3359. Eric Rosson Tulsa, Oklahoma
3360. jim Sloggatt Charleston, South Carolina
3361. Dave Brogan South Berwick, Maine
3362. Aric Kuester Traverse City, Michigan
3363. Bryan Mahon Virginia Beach, Virginia
3364. Gerald Gravina Warwick, Rhode Island
3365. Peter Krones Waxhaw, North Carolina
3366. Don Benton Phoenix, Arizona
3367. Orson Rheinfurth Sherman Oaks, California
3368. Robert Davidson Franklin Park, Illinois
261
3369. Erica Schmitt Hayward, California
3370. Scott Haimowitz Bronx, New York
3371. Zita Frederic Kahului, Hawaii
3372. judith Ann browne Deerfield Beach, Florida
3373. Allen R Sandieo Seattle, Washington
3374. Tara Roberts Leander, Texas
3376. Shelby Rogers St. Petersburg, Florida
3377. Janis Brodie Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
3378. Leone Batte Grove City, Ohio
3379. Ril'riia Kil'urden Lewiston, Maine
3380. Thomas Smith Seattle, Washington
3381. Joe Lalonde Athens, Ohio
3382. Tom Leonik Mayville, New Jersey
3383. Neal Lamed Saunderstown, Rhode Island
3384. Bruce Shearouse Brooklyn, New York
3385. Neena Sessa South San Francisco, California
3386. Nathaniel Adkins Griswold, Iowa
3387. Sandy Weber Toledo, Ohio
3388. Maria Studer Levittown, New York
3389. Claudia De Bellis Bayport, New York
3390. Dino Papagni san francisco, California
3391. Srinivasan Ramaswami Glendale, Arizona
3392. D'jarvis Crank Charlotte, North Carolina
3393. Nicole bentzinger Omaha, Nebraska
3394. mike hayward east marion, New York
3395. Erica Felins Avalon, California
3396. David Tucker Boone, Iowa
3397. Teresita Lambertt miami, Florida
3398. Eric Spivack Seattle, Washington
3399. Margaret Parker Chicago, Illinois
3400. Linda Andersen Kansas City, Missouri
3401. Robert Long Austin, Texas
3402. Jessa McIntyre snohomish, Washington
3403. J David Gillanders State University, Arkansas
3404. Kelly Filer Miami, Florida
3405. Rev. Erwin J Crawford Longwood, Florida
3406. Stephen Brundage Cincinnati, Ohio
3407. Ron Michaud Billerica, Massachusetts
3408. Edgardo Lema Ozone Park, New York
3409. Scott Stephens Tampa, Florida
3410. Sonia Lara Austin, Texas
3411. alex birkner Logan, Utah
3412. Charles Billet brooklyn, New York
3413. Dan McLaughlin Des Plaines, Illinois
3414. Sabrena Heimes Sioux Falls, South Dakota
3415. Gabrielle Blank Hermitage, Tennessee
3416. Michelle Lampson Washburn, Wisconsin
3417. Laura Foley Middletown, Rhode Island
3418. Katie marien west islip, New York
3419. Zach Allen Middletown, Rhode Island
3420. Samarah Jones Rockford, Illinois
262
342 1. kim groom orting, Washington
3422. Jacqueline Kolb Miami Beach, Florida
3423. Karin St Germain Jacksonville, Florida
3424. Dana Loew Leominster, Massachusetts
3425. Jason Almeida Middletown, Rhode Island
3426. Jens Warntjen , United States
3427. Travis Greenlee Washington, District Of Columbia
3428. Joseph Holleman Wilmington, North Carolina
3429. Rita Molloy San Francisco, California
3430. Patrick DeDonder Saint Marys, Kansas
3431. Alex Lyon Newton, Massachusetts
3432. Karen Spisak Tampa, Florida
3433. Steve Cohen Baraboo, Wisconsin
3434. Alex Makino Highland Park, New Jersey
3435. Brian Henning Bloomington, Minnesota
3436. Isteaque Chowdhury -, Alabama
3437. Shaw Fici Alexandria, Virginia
3438. Mag Dennehy Chicago, Illinois
3439. MELINDA EMMONS GRESHAM, Oregon
3440. Theodore A Romanosky North Kingstown, Rhode Island
3441. Joseph Hernandez Tustin, California
3442. Judy Adomavieh Sheboygan, Wisconsin
3443. david norris Salida, Colorado
3685. Deb Oakley Chapel Hill, North Carolina
3686. Fred McCutchon Corpus Christi, Texas
3687. Doreen Trevino Tucson, Arizona
3688. Linda Wolffe Portland, Oregon
3689. Ronnie Ende Bedford Hts, Ohio
3690. Brian O'Halloran Milton, Massachusetts
3691. Aliya Garza Chula Vista, California
3692. Ashley Jones Marquette, Michigan
3693. Winnona Gavigho Laguna Hills, California
3694. Shane McAndrew Prospect Park, Pennsylvania
3695. Melinda Fulop Cleveland, Ohio
3696. Danielle Talbott Elgin, Texas
3697. Nancy Jackson Auburn, New York
3698. L Kennedy San Clemente, California
3699. Sebastien Bauer Santa Monica, California
3700. Amy Hartzog Yadkinville, North Carolina
3701. Josh Keyes MI, Michigan
3702. Aimee ONeil Newport, Rhode Island
3703. Alex Peltz Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
3704. Rebecca Janssen Daytona Beach, Florida
3705. Brianna Hall Detroit, Michigan
3706. Felipe Vazquez El Paso, Texas
3707. Jean Dunoyer Watertown, Massachusetts
3708. rhonda jessee -engle portsmouth, Ohio
3709. Ani Keshishian Lincoln, Massachusetts
3710. John Reszetylo Grand Rapids, Minnesota
3711. Renee Keller Coon Rapids, Minnesota
3712. D Deusterman Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota
263
3713. beverly braun dimberger cape girardeau„ Missouri
3714. Heather Gregory Cullowhee, North Carolina
3715. Stephanie Anderson Palatine, Illinois
3716. Lezlee Willems Sacramento, California
3717. I Denizen New York, New York
3718. Gerry Martin University Place, Washington
3719. angelica witlis San Antonio, Texas
3720. dominique lopez Killeen, Texas
3721. Henry Narve Thousand Oaks, California
3722. David Ramsey Tupelo, Mississippi
3723. carol becker Sherman Oaks, California
3724. Brian Geen Evergreen Park, Illinois
3725. Kathryn Wegner Appleton, Wisconsin
3726. victoria frieze diberville, Mississippi
3727. Kelli Messer Gastonia, North Carolina
3728. Walter Birdwell Osceola, Missouri
3729. brett miller ben lomomnd, California
3730. erica regelin knoxville, Tennessee
3731. Clark Carroll Providence, Rhode Island
3732. Tom Davidson Palmer, Texas
3733. Douglas McNeill Greenbelt, Maryland
3734. Michelle Anderson Venice, California
3735. Kevin Acosta New York, New York
3736. Gen Kromminga Vancouver, Washington
3737. Andrew Lamoureux Selkirk, New York
3738. Ethan Hopper Canton, Michigan
3739. Melissa Kirton Middletown, Rhode Island
264
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Amy Hartzog <mail @changemail.org>
Sent: Tuesday, November 05, 2013 6:32 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: 100 new signers: Eric Rosson,jim Sloggatt...
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Another 100 people added their names to Aaron Peluso's petition "Newport Beach City Council: End Blackball
at the Wedge" -- momentum is growing.
There are now 3699 signatures on this petition. Read reasons why people are signing, and respond to Aaron
Peluso by clicking here:
htt-o: / /www. change. org/petitions /newport- beach -city- council- end- blackb all- at -the-
wedge/ responses /new ?response= 14052667e298
Dear Blackball Working Group,
The Wedge is one of the most premiere skimboarding, bodyboarding and surfing waves in the world. Yet for
decades board riders of all types have been prohibited from enjoying this public resource during the majority
of the south swell season. The City of Newport Beach needs to re- evaluate its policy found in resolution 95-
116 and all revisions thereto, to establish rules that can best serve communities which deserve access to this
public space. Further, the city should explicitly address and reverse its discriminatory practice of granting
exclusive use of this public space to a preferred group of wave riding athletes (bodysurfers). Please end
blackball at The Wedge and allow all wave riding athletes equal access to this world class location.
Sincerely,
3359. Eric Rosson Tulsa, Oklahoma
3360. jim Sloggatt Charleston, South Carolina
3361. Dave Brogan South Berwick, Maine
3362. Aric Kuester Traverse City, Michigan
3363. Bryan Mahon Virginia Beach, Virginia
3364. Gerald Gravina Warwick, Rhode Island
3365. Peter Krones Waxhaw, North Carolina
3366. Don Benton Phoenix, Arizona
3367. Orson Rheinfurth Sherman Oaks, California
3368. Robert Davidson Franklin Park, Illinois
3369. Erica Schmitt Hayward, California
3370. Scott Haimowitz Bronx, New York
3371. Zita Frederic Kahului, Hawaii
3372. judith Ann browne Deerfield Beach, Florida
3373. Allen R Sandico Seattle, Washington
3374. Tara Roberts Leander, Texas
3376. Shelby Rogers St. Petersburg, Florida
3377. Janis Brodie Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
3378. Leone Batte Grove City, Ohio
265
3379. Ril'riia Kil'urden Lewiston, Maine
3380. Thomas Smith Seattle, Washington
3381. Joe Lalonde Athens, Ohio
3382. Tom Leonik Mayville, New Jersey
3383. Neal Lamed Saunderstown, Rhode Island
3384. Brace Shearouse Brooklyn, New York
3385. Neena Sessa South San Francisco, California
3386. Nathaniel Adkins Griswold, Iowa
3387. Sandy Weber Toledo, Ohio
3388. Maria Studer Levittown, New York
3389. Claudia De Bellis Bayport, New York
3390. Dino Papagni san francisco, California
3391. Srinivasan Ramaswami Glendale, Arizona
3392. D'jarvis Crank Charlotte, North Carolina
3393. Nicole bentzinger Omaha, Nebraska
3394. mike hayward east mar-ion, New York
3395. Erica Felins Avalon, California
3396. David Tucker Boone, Iowa
3397. Teresita Lambertt miami, Florida
3398. Eric Spivack Seattle, Washington
3399. Margaret Parker Chicago, Illinois
3400. Linda Andersen Kansas City, Missouri
3401. Robert Long Austin, Texas
3402. Jessa McIntyre snohomish, Washington
3403. J David Gillanders State University, Arkansas
3404. Kelly Filer Miami, Florida
3405. Rev. Erwin J Crawford Longwood, Florida
3406. Stephen Brundage Cincinnati, Ohio
3407. Ron Michaud Billerica, Massachusetts
3408. Edgardo Lema Ozone Park, New York
3409. Scott Stephens Tampa, Florida
3410. Sonia Lara Austin, Texas
3411. alex birkner Logan, Utah
3412. Charles Billot brooklyn, New York
3413. Dan McLaughlin Des Plaines, Illinois
3414. Sabrena Heimes Sioux Falls, South Dakota
3415. Gabrielle Blank Hermitage, Tennessee
3416. Michelle Lampson Washburn, Wisconsin
3417. Laura Foley Middletown, Rhode Island
3418. Katie marten west islip, New York
3419. Zach Allen Middletown, Rhode Island
3420. Samarah Jones Rockford, Illinois
3421. kim groom orting, Washington
3422. Jacqueline Kolb Miami Beach, Florida
3423. Karin St Germain Jacksonville, Florida
3424. Dana Loew Leominster, Massachusetts
3425. Jason Almeida Middletown, Rhode Island
3426. Jens Wamtjen , United States
3427. Travis Greenlee Washington, District Of Columbia
3428. Joseph Holleman Wilmington, North Carolina
3429. Rita Molloy San Francisco, California
Z%i
3430. Patrick DeDonder Saint Marys, Kansas
343 1. Alex Lyon Newton, Massachusetts
3432. Karen Spisak Tampa, Florida
3433. Steve Cohen Baraboo, Wisconsin
3434. Alex Makino Highland Park, New Jersey
3435. Brian Henning Bloomington, Minnesota
3436. Isteaque Chowdhury -, Alabama
3437. Shaw Fici Alexandria, Virginia
3438. Mag Dennehy Chicago, Illinois
3439. MELINDA EMMONS GRESHAM, Oregon
3440. Theodore A Romanosky North Kingstown, Rhode Island
3441. Joseph Hernandez Tustin, California
3442. Judy Adomavich Sheboygan, Wisconsin
3443. david norris salida, Colorado
3685. Deb Oakley Chapel Hill, North Carolina
3686. Fred McCutchon Corpus Christi, Texas
3687. Doreen Trevino Tucson, Arizona
3688. Linda Wolffe Portland, Oregon
3689. Ronnie Ende Bedford Hts, Ohio
3690. Brian O'Halloran Milton, Massachusetts
3691. Aliya Garza Chula Vista, California
3692. Ashley Jones Marquette, Michigan
3693. Winnona Gaviglio Laguna Hills, California
3694. Shane McAndrew Prospect Park, Pennsylvania
3695. Melinda Fulop Cleveland, Ohio
3696. Danielle Talbott Elgin, Texas
3697. Nancy Jackson Auburn, New York
3698. L Kennedy San Clemente, California
3699. Sebastien Bauer Santa Monica, California
3700. Amy Hartzog Yadkinville, North Carolina
267
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Linda Andersen <mail @changemail.org>
Sent:
Tuesday, November 05, 2013 6:06 AM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
100 new signers: April Sosa, jonathan shlafer...
Follow Up Flag: Fallow up
Flag Status: Completed
Another 100 people added their names to Aaron Peluso's petition "Newport Beach City Council: End Blackball
at the Wedge" -- momentum is growing.
There are now 3399 signatures on this petition. Read reasons why people are signing, and respond to Aaron
Peluso by clicking here:
http: / /www.change.org /petitions /newport- beach - city- council - end - blackball- at -the-
wedge/ responses /new ?response= 14052667e298
Dear Blackball Working Group,
The Wedge is one of the most premiere skimboarding, bodyboarding and surfing waves in the world. Yet for
decades board riders of all types have been prohibited from enjoying this public resource during the majority
of the south swell season. The City of Newport Beach needs to re- evaluate its policy found in resolution 95-
116 and all revisions thereto, to establish rules that can best serve communities which deserve access to this
public space. Further, the city should explicitly address and reverse its discriminatory practice of granting
exclusive use of this public space to a preferred group of wave riding athletes (bodysurfers). Please end
blackball at The Wedge and allow all wave riding athletes equal access to this world class location.
Sincerely,
3298. April Sosa West Valley City, Utah
3299. jonathan shlafer maplewood, New Jersey
3300. Cesar Vidal Prairie Village, Kansas
3301. Stefanie Johnson Jersey City, New Jersey
3302. Christopher Roeszler Fargo, North Dakota
3303. Sam Randolph Columbus, Ohio
3304. Art Bishop Bethany Beach, Delaware
3305. Amanda Scuder New York, New York
3306. Jon Perpetua Elk Grove, California
3307. Jeremiah O'Connor Middletown, Rhode Island
3308. Carson Turowski Newport, Rhode Island
3309. Pauline McGrady Newport, Rhode Island
3310. Lane duPont Newport, Rhode Island
3311. Alison Loughlin Freeport, Maine
3313. Mike Pritchett Morristown, New Jersey
3314. David Van Hoven Jenison, Michigan
3315. Ashlee Jones Piedmont, Alabama
3316. RYNA FINN BARRINGTON, Rhode Island
3317. Jamika James fort sill, Oklahoma
268
3318. Carrie Wright Friendswood, Texas
3319. Mary Cameron AUSTIN, Texas
3320. Fred Amador Glendale, Arizona
3321. Tyler Davis Oxford, Ohio
3322. Rasha Kathawa Warren, Michigan
3323. Pascal Kouromenos Berkeley, California
3324. Alan Huse Princeton, New Jersey
3325. Kimberley Pankow Wellington, Florida
3326. Matthew Coleman Woodstock, Georgia
3327. Sherri West St Louis, Missouri
3328. Maegan Wilson Garland, Texas
3329. Juan Moreno Cary, North Carolina
3330. devon wyman redlands, California
3331. Michael Darby Marietta, New York
3332. Sarah Doolittle Austin, Texas
3333. Selina Brandon Harlingen, Texas
3334. Mary Scott Kenosha, Wisconsin
3335. Chris Grimley North Wales, Pennsylvania
3336. John Beier Wilton, Wisconsin
3337. Ryan Stockton Gardnerville, Nevada
3338. Tina Cox Radford, Virginia
3339. Nancy Perry St Auguastine, Florida
3340. Martin Schwartz Morris Plains, New Jersey
3341. Ross Manley Springfield, Virginia
3342. heidi laberda maple grove, Minnesota
3343. Luz Pacheco Moorpark, California
3344. Kenneth Gold Bell Canyon, California
3345. Birgitte Sorensen Santa Monica, California
3346. Brad St. Martin Providence, Rhode Island
3347. Jenny Mai Springfield, Virginia
3348. Jena Levasseur Asheville, North Carolina
3349. Mike Raines Currituck, North Carolina
3350. Sarah Anderson Yankton, South Dakota
3351. Maryanne Bailey -Porter Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio
3352. Maureen Castruccio Pleasanton, California
3354. Angela Williams San Marcos, Texas
3355. William Yarnell Lewisberry, Pennsylvania
3356. James Hamillton pve, California
3357. Niki Desai Havertown, Pennsylvania
3358. Timothy Reissman Chicago, Illinois
3359. Eric Rosson Tulsa, Oklahoma
3360. jim Sloggatt Charleston, South Carolina
3361. Dave Brogan South Berwick, Maine
3362. Aric Kuester Traverse City, Michigan
3363. Bryan Mahon Virginia Beach, Virginia
3364. Gerald Gravina Warwick, Rhode Island
3365. Peter Krones Waxhaw, North Carolina
3366. Don Benton Phoenix, Arizona
3367. Orson Rheinfurth Sherman Oaks, California
3368. Robert Davidson Franklin Park, Illinois
3369. Erica Schmitt Hayward, California
FW
3370.
Scott Haimowitz Bronx, New York
3371.
Zita Frederic Kahului, Hawaii
3372.
Judith Ann browne Deerfield Beach, Florida
3373.
Allen R Sandico Seattle, Washington
3374.
Tara Roberts Leander, Texas
3376.
Shelby Rogers St. Petersburg, Florida
3377.
Janis Brodie Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
3378.
Leone Batte Grove City, Ohio
3379.
Ril'riia Kil'urden Lewiston, Maine
3380.
Thomas Smith Seattle, Washington
3381.
Joe Lalonde Athens, Ohio
3382.
Tom Leonik Mayville, New Jersey
3383.
Neal Lamed Saunderstown, Rhode Island
3384.
Bruce Shearouse Brooklyn, New York
3385.
Neena Sessa South San Francisco, California
3386.
Nathaniel Adkins Griswold, Iowa
3387.
Sandy Weber Toledo, Ohio
3388.
Maria Studer Levittown, New York
3389.
Claudia De Bellis Bayport, New York
3390.
Dino Papagni san francisco, California
3391.
Srinivasan Ramaswami Glendale, Arizona
3392.
D'jarvis Crank Charlotte, North Carolina
3393.
Nicole bentzinger Omaha, Nebraska
3394.
mike hayward east marion, New York
3395.
Erica Felins Avalon, California
3396.
David Tucker Boone, Iowa
3397.
Teresita Lambertt miami, Florida
3398.
Eric Spivack Seattle, Washington
3399.
Margaret Parker Chicago, Illinois
3400.
Linda Andersen Kansas City, Missouri
0
270
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Cesar Vidal <mail @changemail.org>
Sent: Tuesday, November 05, 2013 5:17 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: 100 new signers: Allen Bonin, Alan Crisostomo...
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Another 100 people added their names to Aaron Peluso's petition "Newport Beach City Council: End Blackball
at the Wedge" -- momentum is growing.
There are now 3300 signatures on this petition. Read reasons why people are signing, and respond to Aaron
Peluso by clicking here:
http: / /www.chan _ eg�org /petitions /newport- beach- city - council -end - blackball- at -the-
wedge /responses /new ?response= 14052667e298
Dear Blackball Working Group,
The Wedge is one of the most premiere skimboarding, bodyboarding and surfing waves in the world. Yet for
decades board riders of all types have been prohibited from enjoying this public resource during the majority
of the south swell season. The City of Newport Beach needs to re- evaluate its policy found in resolution 95-
116 and all revisions thereto, to establish rules that can best serve communities which deserve access to this
public space. Further, the city should explicitly address and reverse its discriminatory practice of granting
exclusive use of this public space to a preferred group of wave riding athletes (bodysurfers). Please end
blackball at The Wedge and allow all wave riding athletes equal access to this world class location.
Sincerely,
3198. Allen Bonin Pawtucket, Rhode Island
3199. Alan Crisostomo Gilbert, Arizona
3200. Patrick Griffin BOSTON, Massachusetts
3201. Korey Smith NA, Michigan
3202. Brianna Sch000ver Wilmington, North Carolina
3204. Kevin McCarthy Palm Coast, Florida
3205. Andrew Johnson Jamestown, Rhode Island
3206. Gulbahar Donn Bayside, New York
3207. Jules Bailey Tallahassee, Florida
3208. Patrick Sullivan Daytona Beach, Florida
3209. Sandra Blaser Providence, Rhode Island
3210. Deserve Crespo Palm Bay, Florida
3211. Josef Ayala Port Jefferson Station, New York
3212. Mary Cunningham Manassas, Virginia
3213. Laurel Grimes Belle Vernon, Pennsylvania
3214. Vanessa Stoferle , United States
3215. Donald Storti Warwick, Rhode Island
3216. Sage Moon Portland, Maine
3217. William Schaeffer Tower City, Pennsylvania
271
321 S. John Gilman West Orange, New Jersey
3219. Greg Pelham Las Vegas, Nevada
3220. Savannah Stewart Attalla, Alabama
3221. Timothy Kueven Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
3222. Gcorge McLaughlin Melville, New York
3223. Shelly Degenhardt Lawrence, Kansas
3224. Pellegrino Sorice Ancramdale, New York
3225. Sherry Bailey HOT SPRINGS NATIONAL PARK, Arkansas
3226. Laura Koselak Colorado Springs, Colorado
3227. jose perez Lodi, New Jersey
3228. Cindy Handelsman Cary, North Carolina
3229. ben Schmidt Jamestown, Rhode island
3230. Emilia Castro Fort Worth, Texas
3231. Martin Riley Moriarty, New Mexico
3232. Alex Davalos Jacksonville, Florida
3233. Sheryl Helton Tampa, Florida
3234. Joe Carey Newport, Rhode Island
3235. Linda Prostko Caledonia, Michigan
3236. Elizabeth Orr Long Beach, California
3237. michael metz la jolla, California
3239. anthony gordon la, California
3240. michael smith newport, Rhode Island
3241. Laura Russell Houston, Texas
3242. Steve Lopez Modena, New York
3244. Sanjay Rawal Jamaica, New York
3245. James B. Halbert Scottsville, New York
3246. Leslie Morrow Urbana, Illinois
3247. Logan Meckley Avalon, New Jersey
3248. Chris McGratty Charlotte, North Carolina
3249. Alita Angell -Murray Shasta Lake, California
3250. John Jagodowski Redington Shores, Florida
3251. Jill Brubaker Morristown, New Jersey
3252. Erik Sandstrom shoreline, Washington
3253. Margaret O'Reilly Aspen, Colorado
3254. Beth Carter Carrollton, Georgia
3255. Flcmming Heegaard Front Royal, Virginia
3256. Aranyani Smith jamaica, New York
3257. Rachel Akerman Brooklyn, New York
3258. chris callahan missoula, Montana
3259. Susan Torres Carmel, New York
3260. Jeremy Spencer Pacifica, California
3261. arthur bundick Boonsboro, Maryland
3262. Joy Stoffers New Brunswick, New Jersey
3263. Richard Simon Kansas City, Missouri
3264. Elizabeth Merker New York, New York
3265. Julia Long Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
3266. Jeannette Pina Miami, Florida
3267. Brian Pearson Chalfont, Pennsylvania
3268. Kay Smith Midwest City, Oklahoma
3269. James King Middletown, Rhode Island
3270. Dennis Murphy Sayreville, New Jersey
272
3271. Barry Rabichow Oak Park, Illinois
3272. Martin Futoma Newington, Connecticut
3273. Judith Ncufeld- Fernandez San Diego, California
3274. Stephen Mills Phoenix, Arizona
3275. Scott Johnson Cape Girardeau, Missouri
3276. Beverly Peake New York, New York
3277. Raul Vazqucz San Juan, Puerto Rico
3278. Anna Blanchard Saint Charles, Missouri
3279. Patricia McCarthy Charlotte, North Carolina
3280. Amber Y. Brooklyn, New York
3281. Beverly Frederick Cumberland, Maryland
3282. Arun Dutta Ann Arbor, Michigan
3283. Robin Smith westport, Massachusetts
3284. Josephine Baker Aloha, Oregon
3285. Kyle Halavik Saunderstown, Rhode Island
3286. Cheryl Gallegos TX, Texas
3287. Darrell Haertl Houston, Texas
3288. Lynn Larkins Ruckersvillc, Virginia
3289. Cheyenne Penland Spartanburg, South Carolina
3290. Roger Ackerman Jr Coming, New York
3291. Joe Glaston Desert Hot Springs, California
3292. robert bautista Virginia Beach, Virginia
3293. Franz Halaschek- Wiener Marietta, Georgia
3294. Mitchell Nash Birmingham, Alabama
3295. Andres Gonzalez Murrieta, California
3296. wendy russell idaho falls, Idaho
3297. Lon Newman Wausau, Wisconsin
3298. April Sosa West Valley City, Utah
3299. jonathan shlafer maplewood, New Jersey
3300, Cesar Vidal Prairie Village, Kansas
273
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: John Jagodowski <mail @changemail.org>
Sent: Tuesday, November 05, 2013 4:55 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: 250 more people signed: jackie brink, sandra moore...
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
250 more people just signed Aaron Peluso's petition "Newport Beach City Council: End Blackball at the
Wedge" that has you designated as a target.
There are now 3249 signatures on this petition. Read reasons why people are signing, and respond to Aaron
Peluso by clicking here:
http: / /www. change.org/petitions/newport- beach -city- council- end - blackball- at -the-
wedge/ responses /new ?response= 14052667e298
Dear Blackball Working Group,
The Wedge is one of the most premiere skimboarding, bodyboarding and surfing waves in the world. Yet for
decades board riders of all types have been prohibited from enjoying this public resource during the majority
of the south swell season. The City of Newport Beach needs to re- evaluate its policy found in resolution 95-
116 and all revisions thereto, to establish rules that can best serve communities which deserve access to this
public space. Further, the city should explicitly address and reverse its discriminatory practice of granting
exclusive use of this public space to a preferred group of wave riding athletes (bodysurfers). Please end
blackball at The Wedge and allow all wave riding athletes equal access to this world class location.
Sincerely,
2796. Jackie brink canton, Michigan
2797. sandra moore Williamsburg, Virginia
2798. Herman Diaz Cambridge, Massachusetts
2799. billy lincoln Hingham, Massachusetts
2802. Anna Lissiman Honolulu, Hawaii
2803. Samantha Kushner Chatsworth, California
2804. Deidra Montoya Albuquerque, New Mexico
2805. Mark Harrison Spring Lake, Michigan
2806. Angela Susalla Tunica, Mississippi
2807. Nicolle Devoto Clive, Iowa
2808. Anthony Tancredi villanova, Pennsylvania
2809. Beth Levine Oradell, New Jersey
2829. Patrick Studt Sun Prairie, Wisconsin
2830. Frank Moore Cary, North Carolina
2831. Teddy Gingerich Scottsdale, Arizona
2832. Clayton Hunter Austin, Texas
2833. Emily Kirkman Friendsville, Tennessee
2834. Karlene Gunter Rochester, New York
2835. Jacklyn Burns Tucson, Arizona
274
2836. Carol Giles- Straight St. Louis, Missouri
2837. Sumit Shah Sugar Land, Texas
2838. David McMurrer Apache junction, Arizona
2839. Jonathan Lopez Astoria, New York
2840. Louise Espinoza Santa Rosa, California
2841. Andrea Williams Charlotte, North Carolina
2842. lin jaynes Lincoln City, Oregon
2843. Barbara Consbruck Sylmar, California
2844. Brittney Gammill Sheridan, Arkansas
2845. Lindsay Gerken Medford, OR, Oregon
2846. Jeri Loucks II Albuquerque, New Mexico
2847. Cindy Pu Daly City, California
2848. Yasmin McKenzie Bronx, New York
2849. Jake Duggan Trabuco Canyon, California
2850. Mary Ressler MONT ALTO, Pennsylvania
2851. michelle moore greenville, North Carolina
2875. Nancy McNamara Daly City, California
2876. Peter Kahigian Haverhill, Massachusetts
2877. denise skeeter long beach, California
2878. susan bruzzese los angeles, California
2879. Saul Aguirre Chicago, Illinois
2880. Amy Truong San Jose, California
2881. Donna Meyers Long Beach, California
2882. Sarah Wolters Springfield, Missouri
2883. Michael Brown Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
2884. Suzy Chersky Fountain Valley, California
2885. paula x , United States
2886. karuna gatton eugene, Oregon
2887. Kathleen Kuczynski Lake Forest, California
2888. Fredrick Whalum Richton Park, Illinois
2889. Damarys Estol Miami, Florida
2905. Joe Young Lafayhette Hill, Pennsylvania
2906. noelle johnston , United States
2907. lynn chitt , United States
2908. Ethan Retherford Eureka, California
2909. Marjorie Moss Del Mar, California
29 10. Myrna Uditsky Mesa, Arizona
2911. Emily Bryant Los Alamitos, California
2912. josh kendall -jones Irvine, California
2913. Helen Luong San Gabriel, California
2914. Briana Thomure Pinon Hills, California
2915. Cherie Howe Olympia, Washington
2916. Chris Folts Romeo, Michigan
2917. Marlina Patrowski , United States
2918. Michelle Wong Berkeley, California
2919. MORRIS STRAIN GREEN BAY, Wisconsin
2920. Colonel Meyer North Port, Florida
2921. john cevasco northfield, Massachusetts
2922. Michelle Osorio San Diego, California
2923. Tara Callan Rochester, New York
2924. Timothy Moran Onset, Massachusetts
275
2925. Benjamin Leff Coral Springs, Florida
2926. deborah tucker Canton, Michigan
2927. Janet Rn Cotati, California
2928. Derek Johns , United States
2929. Mary Lockwood Kansas City, Missouri
2930. Scott Barlow Sunnyvale, California
2931. Donna Barrett Buffalo Grove, Illinois
2932. Treasje Mitchell Duluth, Georgia
2933. Ian Newbury Westerly, Rhode Island
2934. Cheryl Salerno Enfield, Connecticut
2935. craig knowles saundertown, Rhode Island
2936. Mary Feo Easton, Maryland
2937. Wendy Harper Livermore, California
2938. Jonathan Nolde Metuchen, New Jersey
2939. Wilmer J. Correa Ruiz Salinas, Puerto Rico
2940. Mandy Langlois Spring Valley, New York
2941. Catherine Verna Creedmoor, North Carolina
2942. Marsha Osborn Tacoma, Washington
2943. Mike Bushaw Dayton, Ohio
2944. patricia ritchie venice, Florida
2945. Daniel McGinnis Miami, Florida
2946. John Rebers Marquette, Michigan
2947. Dawn Scott Hot Springs, Arkansas
2948. celia zamadics Austin, Texas
2949. Michael Wollman San Luis Obispo, California
2950. Roxanne Boger San Antonio, Texas
2951. John Kinney Orlando, Florida
2952. rebecca cohen Baltimore, Maryland
2953. Joe Escano Mesquite, Texas
2954. Larry Chambers Albany, Georgia
2955. Nicole Mosleh , United States
2956. Jorg Bussmann Biiren a. A., Delaware
2957. John Riordan Brightwaters, New York
2958. Sil Veria Fort Worth, Texas
2959. Terence Donahue Edgarttown, Massachusetts
2960. Marie Mello Fairhope, Alabama
2961. Miranda Lambert Clemmons, North Carolina
2962. Elizabeth Herndon Orlando, Florida
2963. Elena Pisarik Rocky Mount, North Carolina
2964. Alvaro Navas West New York, New Jersey
2965. merle bank farum, Delaware
2966. Sharon Boxley Marlton, New Jersey
2967. Pamela Lichtenwalner Stinson Beach, California
2968. Brian Oakeson Lockport, New York
2969. Erica Reeder Cary, North Carolina
2970. Sharon Longyear Yorktown Heights, New York
2971. Leslie Sawyer Sullivans Island, South Carolina
2972. janice cochran Sarasota, Florida
2973. jody ford new bern, North Carolina
2974. Lori Sloan LAGO VISTA, Texas
2975. GaryA Sovie Grove City, Ohio
276
2976. Rick G Tampa, Florida
2977. shannon lusk bloomington, Illinois
2979. Jerry Kirby Newport, Rhode Island
2980. Jacqueline Battjes North Fort Myers, Florida
2981. Heather Ankrom Wilmington, California
2982. David Williams Joliet, Illinois
2983. Linda Nations Washington, West Virginia
2984. Martin Casey Newport, Rhode Island
2985. Sean Jackson Marshfield, Massachusetts
2986. Jennifer Jordan Marysville, Washington
2987. Dalianna Lemos Toa Alta, Puerto Rico
2988. Maria K Moscow, Nevada
2989. Makana McGee Lawrenceville, Georgia
2990. Geoffrey Ogden Middleburg, Virginia
2991. Carley Wilkerson Hartsville, South Carolina
2992. Megan Lucek Orlando, Florida
2993. Maureen Wheeler Silver Spring, Maryland
2994. Rikky Bustin Norwich, Connecticut
2995. moises humt Flagler Beach, Florida
2996. Alexis Hunt Port Orange, Florida
2997. Hazel Bonner Rapid City, South Dakota
2998. Sarah Schuster Long Beach, California
2999. Joann Kaden Pacifica, California
3000. Alley Stoughton Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts
3001. Alicia Slack Plainfield, New Jersey
3002. Kathryn O'Brien Elkton, Maryland
3003. jef weisel pepperell, Massachusetts
3004. Jules Trapp alexandria, Virginia
3005. Pedro Salgado Orlando, Florida
3006. Kevin Cunningham providence, Rhode Island
3007. Lyndsay Hoke Millersville, Pennsylvania
3008. Kelly Dowhower Omaha, Nebraska
3009. John Dulik Glenside, Pennsylvania
3010. david edmonds mt.airy, Maryland
3011. Jeff Dinger Bel Air, Maryland
3012. tino massaro sidi kaouki - Essaouira, Missouri
3013. regan jones chattanooga, Tennessee
3014. Eddie Stater Tarpon Springs, Florida
3015. Karen Collins Milford, Connecticut
3016. Jay Frain Montauk, New York
3017. Jennifer Green Bay City, Michigan
3018. Gregory Edwards San Francisco, California
3019. Heather Taraso oakville, Virginia
3020. Lizzie Sager Somerville, Massachusetts
3021. Rod Kaufman Goshen, Indiana
3022. jack doyle newport, Rhode Island
3023. Beverly Beatham Allenton, Michigan
3024. HCHARD OLIVER CAPISTRANO BEACH, California
3025. Daniela Garcia Miami, Florida
3026. Bernard Austin Lloyd Harbor, New York
3027. Cojuana Graddy Clearwater, Florida
277
3028. Francine Tyler New York, New York
3029. William Phelps Lehigh Acres, Florida
3030. Gary Francis Brooklyn, New York
3 03 1. Sam Heaton Mocksville, North Carolina
3032. James Billard Missouri City, Texas
3033. Jeanette Nicola Jacksonville, North Carolina
3034. Mike Carter Richmond, Virginia
3035. Scott Harnell Atlanta, Georgia
3036. Kalina Davis Jackson, Michigan
3037. Mark Katuzney Old Saybrook, Connecticut
3038. Meghan Sepe Newport, Rhode Island
3039. Ronalyn Seipler New Port Richey, Florida
3040. mahoney la pierre rowayton, Connecticut
3041. Richard Elton Port Orange, Florida
3042. Rick Babbitt Cornelia, Georgia
3043. talitha hudek greenville, South Carolina
3044. Michael von Sacher- Masoch Everett, Washington
3045. gary dube buffalo, New York
3046. Bettrice Conner -Mason Saint Petersburg, Florida
3047. Belinda Tenorio Donna, Texas
3190. Jim Walker New Cumberland, Pennsylvania
3191. Paul Duval Hatfield, Massachusetts
3192. Marsha Bradshaw Schenectady, New York
3193. Brad Flora Ocean City, Maryland
3194. Michael sturdivant santa Rosa Beach, Florida
3195. John Marshall Volo, Illinois
3196. lonnie ward Gainesville, Florida
3197. Stanley Balgobin Coconut Creek, Florida
3198. Allen Bonin Pawtucket, Rhode Island
3199. Alan Crisostomo Gilbert, Arizona
3200. Patrick Griffin BOSTON, Massachusetts
3201. Korey Smith NA, Michigan
3202. Brianna Sch000ver Wilmington, North Carolina
3204. Kevin McCarthy Palm Coast, Florida
3205. Andrew Johnson Jamestown, Rhode Island
3206. Gulbahar Donn Bayside, New York
3207. Jules Bailey Tallahassee, Florida
3208. Patrick Sullivan Daytona Beach, Florida
3209. Sandra Blaser Providence, Rhode Island
3210. Deserve Crespo Palm Bay, Florida
3211. Josef Ayala Port Jefferson Station, New York
3212. Mary Cunningham Manassas, Virginia
3213. Laurel Grimes Belle Vernon, Pennsylvania
3214. Vanessa Stoferle , United States
3215. Donald Storti Warwick, Rhode Island
3216. Sage Moon Portland, Maine
3217. William Schaeffer Tower City, Pennsylvania
3218. John Gilman West Orange, New Jersey
3219. Greg Pelham Las Vegas, Nevada
3220. Savannah Stewart Attalla, Alabama
3221. Timothy Kueven Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
278
3222. George McLaughlin Melville, New York
3223. Shelly Degenhardt Lawrence, Kansas
3224. Pellegrino Sorice Ancramdale, New York
3225. Sherry Bailey HOT SPRINGS NATIONAL PARK, Arkansas
3226. Laura Koselak Colorado Springs, Colorado
3227. jose perez Lodi, New Jersey
3228. Cindy Handelsman Cary, North Carolina
3229. ben Schmidt Jamestown, Rhode Island
3230. Emilia Castro Fort Worth, Texas
3231. Martin Riley Moriarty, New Mexico
3232. Alex Davalos Jacksonville, Florida
3233. Sheryl Helton Tampa, Florida
3234. Joe Carey Newport, Rhode Island
3235. Linda Prostko Caledonia, Michigan
3236. Elizabeth Orr Long Beach, California
3237. michael metz la jolla, California
3239. anthony gordon la, California
3240. michael smith newport, Rhode Island
3241. Laura Russell Houston, Texas
3242. Steve Lopez Modena, New York
3244. Sanjay Rawal Jamaica, New York
3245. James B. Halbert Scottsville, New York
3246. Leslie Morrow Urbana, Illinois
3247. Logan Meckley Avalon, New Jersey
3248. Chris McGratty Charlotte, North Carolina
3249. Alita Angell - Murray Shasta Lake, California
3250. John Jagodowski Redington Shores, Florida
El
279
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Patrick Griffin <mail @changemail.org>
Sent: Tuesday, November OS, 2013 4:31 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: 100 new signers: Jorg Bussmann, John Riordan...
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Another 100 people added their names to Aaron Peluso's petition "Newport Beach City Council: End Blackball
at the Wedge" -- momentum is growing.
There are now 3198 signatures on this petition. Read reasons why people are signing, and respond to Aaron
Peluso by clicking here:
http: / /www. change.org /petitions /newport- beach - city - council- end - blackball- at -the-
wed eg /responses /new ?response= 14052667e298
Dear Blackball Working Group,
The Wedge is one of the most premiere skimboarding, bodyboarding and surfing waves in the world. Yet for
decades board riders of all types have been prohibited from enjoying this public resource during the majority
of the south swell season. The City of Newport Beach needs to re- evaluate its policy found in resolution 95-
116 and all revisions thereto, to establish rules that can best serve communities which deserve access to this
public space. Further, the city should explicitly address and reverse its discriminatory practice of granting
exclusive use of this public space to a preferred group of wave riding athletes (bodysurlers). Please end
blackball at The Wedge and allow all wave riding athletes equal access to this world class location.
Sincerely,
2956. J6rg Bussmann Buren a. A., Delaware
2957. John Riordan Brightwaters, New York
2958. Sil Veria Fort Worth, Texas
2959. Terence Donahue Edgarttown, Massachusetts
2960. Marie Mello Fairhope, Alabama
2961. Miranda Lambert Clemmons, North Carolina
2962. Elizabeth Herndon Orlando, Florida
2963. Elena Pisarik Rocky Mount, North Carolina
2964. Alvaro Navas West New York, New Jersey
2965. merle bank farum, Delaware
2966. Sharon Boxtey Marlton, New Jersey
2967. Pamela Lichtenwalner Stinson Beach, California
2968. Brian Oakeson Lockport, New York
2969. Erica Reeder Cary, North Carolina
2970. Sharon Longyear Yorktown Heights, New York
2971. Leslie Sawyer Sullivans Island, South Carolina
2972. janice cochran Sarasota, Florida
2973. jody ford new bern, North Carolina
2974. Lori Sloan LAGO VISTA, Texas
280
2975. GaryA Sovie Grove City, Ohio
2976. Rick G Tampa, Florida
2977. shannon lusk bloomington, Illinois
2979. Jerry Kirby Newport, Rhode Island
2980. Jacqueline Battjes North Fort Myers, Florida
2981. Heather Ankrom Wilmington, California
2982. David Williams Joliet, Illinois
2983. Linda Nations Washington, West Virginia
2984. Martin Casey Newport, Rhode Island
2985. Sean Jackson Marshfield, Massachusetts
2986. Jennifer Jordan Marysville, Washington
2987. Dalianna Lemos Toa Alta, Puerto Rico
2988. Maria K Moscow, Nevada
2989. Makana McGee Lawrenceville, Georgia
2990. Geoffrey Ogden Middleburg, Virginia
2991. Carley Wilkerson Hartsville, South Carolina
2992. Megan Lueek Orlando, Florida
2993. Maureen Wheeler Silver Spring, Maryland
2994. Rikky Bustin Norwich, Connecticut
2995. moises huntt Flagler Beach, Florida
2996. Alexis Hunt Port Orange, Florida
2997. Hazel Bonner Rapid City, South Dakota
2998. Sarah Schuster Long Beach, California
2999. Joann Kaden Pacifica, California
3000. Alley Stoughton Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts
3 00 1. Alicia Slack Plainfield, New Jersey
3002. Kathryn O'Brien Elkton, Maryland
3003. jef weisel pepperell, Massachusetts
3004. Jules Trapp alexandria, Virginia
3005. Pedro Salgado Orlando, Florida
3006. Kevin Cunningham providence, Rhode Island
3007. Lyndsay Hoke Millersville, Pennsylvania
3008. Kelly Dowhower Omaha, Nebraska
3009. John Dulik Glenside, Pennsylvania
3010. david edmonds mt.airy, Maryland
3011. Jeff Dinger Bel Air, Maryland
3012, tino massaro sidi kaouki- Essaouira, Missouri
3013. regan jones chattanooga, Tennessee
3014. Eddie Stater Tarpon Springs, Florida
3015. Karen Collins Milford, Connecticut
3016. Jay Fruin Montauk, New York
3017. Jennifer Green Bay City, Michigan
3018. Gregory Edwards San Francisco, California
3019. Heather Taraso oakville, Virginia
3020. Lizzie Sager Somerville, Massachusetts
3021. Rod Kaufman Goshen, Indiana
3022. jack doyle newport, Rhode Island
3023. Beverly Beatham Allenton, Michigan
3024. HCHARD OLIVER CAPISTRANO BEACH, California
3025. Daniela Garcia Miami, Florida
3026. Bernard Austin Lloyd Harbor, New York
281
3027. Cojuana Graddy Clearwater, Florida
3028. Francine Tyler New York, New York
3029. William Phelps Lehigh Acres, Florida
3030. Gary Francis Brooklyn, New York
3031. Sam Heaton Mocksville, North Carolina
3032. James Billard Missouri City, Texas
3033. Jeanette Nicola Jacksonville, North Carolina
3034. Mike Carter Richmond, Virginia
3035. Scott Harnell Atlanta, Georgia
3036. Kalina Davis Jackson, Michigan
3037. Mark Katuzney Old Saybrook, Connecticut
3038. Meghan Sepe Newport, Rhode Island
3039. Ronalyn Seipler New Port Richey, Florida
3040. mahoney la pierre rowayton, Connecticut
3041. Richard Elton Port Orange, Florida
3042. Rick Babbitt Cornelia, Georgia
3043. talitha hudek greenville, South Carolina
3044. Michael von Saeher- Masoch Everett, Washington
3045. gary dube buffalo, New York
3046. Bettrice Conner -Mason Saint Petersburg, Florida
3047. Belinda Tenorio Donna, Texas
3190. Jim Walker New Cumberland, Pennsylvania
3191. Paul Duval Hatfield, Massachusetts
3192. Marsha Bradshaw Schenectady, New York
3193. Brad Flora Ocean City, Maryland
3194. Michael sturdivant santa Rosa Beach, Florida
3195. John Marshall Volo, Illinois
3196. lonnie ward Gainesville, Florida
3197. Stanley Balgobin Coconut Creek, Florida
3198. Allen Bonin Pawtucket, Rhode Island
P°=
282
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Alley Stoughton <mail @changemail.org>
Sent: Tuesday, November 05, 2013 3:49 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: 100 new signers: paula x, karuna gatton...
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
Follow up
Completed
Another 100 people added their names to Aaron Peluso's petition "Newport Beach City Council: End Blackball
at the Wedge" -- momentum is growing.
There are now 3000 signatures on this petition. Read reasons why people are signing, and respond to Aaron
Peluso by clicking here:
http: //www.change.org/petitions/newport- beach - city - council -end - blackball- at -the-
wedge,/ responses /new ?response= 14052667e298
Dear Blackball Working Group,
The Wedge is one of the most premiere skimboarding, bodyboarding and surfing waves in the world. Yet for
decades board riders of all types have been prohibited from enjoying this public resource during the majority
of the south swell season. The City of Newport Beach needs to re- evaluate its policy found in resolution 95-
116 and all revisions thereto, to establish rules that can best serve communities which deserve access to this
public space. Further, the city should explicitly address and reverse its discriminatory practice of granting
exclusive use of this public space to a preferred group of wave riding athletes (bodysurfers). Please end
blackball at The Wedge and allow all wave riding athletes equal access to this world class location.
Sincerely,
2885. paula x , United States
2886. karuna gatton eugene, Oregon
2887. Kathleen Kuczynski Lake Forest, California
2888. Fredrick Whalum Richton Park, Illinois
2889. Damarys Estol Miami, Florida
2905. Joe Young Lafayhette Hill, Pennsylvania
2906. noelle johnston , United States
2907. lynn chitt , United States
2908. Ethan Retherford Eureka, California
2909. Marjorie Moss Del Mar, California
2910. Myrna Uditsky Mesa, Arizona
2911. Emily Bryant Los Alamitos, California
2912. josh kendall -jones Irvine, California
2913. Helen Luong San Gabriel, California
2914. Briana Thomure Pinon Hills, California
2915. Cherie Howe Olympia, Washington
2916. Chris Folts Romeo, Michigan
2917. Marlina Patrowski , United States
2918. Michelle Wong Berkeley, California
9M
2919. MORRIS STRAIN GREEN BAY, Wisconsin
2920. Colonel Meyer North Port, Florida
2921. john cevasco northfield, Massachusetts
2922. Michelle Osorio San Diego, California
2923. Tara Callan Rochester, New York
2924. Timothy Moran Onset, Massachusetts
2925. Benjamin Leff Coral Springs, Florida
2926. deborah tucker Canton, Michigan
2927. Janet Rn Cotati, California
2928. Derek Johns , United States
2929. Mary Lockwood Kansas City, Missouri
2930. Scott Barlow Sunnyvale, California
2931. Donna Barrett Buffalo Grove, Illinois
2932. Treasje Mitchell Duluth, Georgia
2933. Ian Newbury Westerly, Rhode Island
2934. Cheryl Salerno Enfield, Connecticut
2935. craig knowles saundertown, Rhode Island
2936. Mary Feo Easton, Maryland
2937. Wendy Harper Livermore, California
2938. Jonathan Nolde Metuchen, New Jersey
2939. Wilmer J. Correa Ruiz Salinas, Puerto Rico
2940. Mandy Langlois Spring Valley, New York
2941. Catherine Verna Creedmoor, North Carolina
2942. Marsha Osborn Tacoma, Washington
2943. Mike Bushaw Dayton, Ohio
2944. Patricia ritchie venice, Florida
2945. Daniel McGinnis Miami, Florida
2946. John Rebers Marquette, Michigan
2947. Dawn Scott Hot Springs, Arkansas
2948. celia zamadics Austin, Texas
2949. Michael Wollman San Luis Obispo, California
2950. Roxanne Boger San Antonio, Texas
2951. John Kinney Orlando, Florida
2952. rebecca cohen Baltimore, Maryland
2953. Joe Escano Mesquite, Texas
2954. Larry Chambers Albany, Georgia
2955. Nicole Mosleh, United States
2956. J6rg Bussmann Biiren a. A., Delaware
2957. John Riordan Brightwaters, New York
2958. Sil Veria Fort Worth, Texas
2959. Terence Donahue Edgarttown, Massachusetts
2960. Marie Mello Fairhope, Alabama
2961. Miranda Lambert Clemmons, North Carolina
2962, Elizabeth Herndon Orlando, Florida
2963. Elena Pisarik Rocky Mount, North Carolina
2964. Alvaro Navas West New York, New Jersey
2965. merle bank farum, Delaware
2966. Sharon Boxley Marlton, New Jersey
2967. Pamela Lichtenwalner Stinson Beach, California
2968. Brian Oakeson Lockport, New York
2969. Erica Reeder Cary, North Carolina
284
2970. Sharon Longycar Yorktown Heights, New York
2971. Leslie Sawyer Sullivans Island, South Carolina
2972. janice cochran Sarasota, Florida
2973. jody ford new bern, North Carolina
2974. Lori Sloan LAGO VISTA, Texas
2975. GaryA Sovie Grove City, Ohio
2976. Rick G Tampa, Florida
2977. shannon lusk bloomington, Illinois
2979. Jerry Kirby Newport, Rhode Island
2980. Jacqueline Battjes North Fort Myers, Florida
2981. Heather Ankrom Wilmington, California
2982. David Williams Joliet, Illinois
2983. Linda Nations Washington, West Virginia
2984. Martin Casey Newport, Rhode Island
2985. Scan Jackson Marshfield, Massachusetts
2986. Jennifer Jordan Marysville, Washington
2987. Dalianna Lemos Toa Alta, Puerto Rico
2988. Maria K Moscow, Nevada
2989. Makana McGee Lawrenceville, Georgia
2990. Geoffrey Ogden Middleburg, Virginia
2991. Carley Wilkerson Hartsville, South Carolina
2992. Megan Lucek Orlando, Florida
2993. Maureen Wheeler Silver Spring, Maryland
2994. Rikky Bustin Norwich, Connecticut
2995. moises huntt Flagler Beach, Florida
2996. Alexis Hunt Port Orange, Florida
2997. Hazel Bonner Rapid City, South Dakota
2998. Sarah Schuster Long Beach, California
2999. Joann Kaden Pacifica, California
3000. Alley Stoughton Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts
_0
285
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Judith Grayson <mail @changemail.org>
Sent:
Monday, November 04, 2013 3:06 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
100 new signers: Debbie Lamm, NAWAL TAMIMI...
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Another 100 people added their names to Aaron Peluso's petition "Newport Beach City Council: End Blackball
at the Wedge" -- momentum is growing.
There are now 2719 signatures on this petition. Read reasons why people are signing, and respond to Aaron
Peluso by clicking here:
http: / /www.change.org /petiti ons/newport- beach -city- council- end - blackball -at -the-
wedge /responses /new ?response= 14052667e298
Dear Blackball Working Group,
The Wedge is one of the most premiere skimboarding, bodyboarding and surfing waves in the world. Yet for
decades board riders of all types have been prohibited from enjoying this public resource during the majority
of the south swell season. The City of Newport Beach needs to re- evaluate its policy found in resolution 95-
116 and all revisions thereto, to establish rules that can best serve communities which deserve access to this
public space. Further, the city should explicitly address and reverse its discriminatory practice of granting
exclusive use of this public space to a preferred group of wave riding athletes (bodysurfers). Please end
blackball at The Wedge and allow all wave riding athletes equal access to this world class location.
Sincerely,
2395. Debbie Lamm Chester, Virginia
2396. NAWAL TAMIMI Richmond, California
2397. Greg Bunker North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
2398. Gerald Ney Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
2399. Gigi Rusch Las Vegas, Nevada
2400. Hillary Tauer McKinney, Texas
2401. chris Schwab lowell, Michigan
2402. sasha silverstein brooklyn, New York
2403. Gary Gilardi Hood River, Oregon
2404. Frances Waugh Statesville, North Carolina
2405. Cyndee Sween Westminster, California
2406. Frederik Boll los angeles, California
2407. Sharon Rivet Baton Rouge, Louisiana
2408. Tracy Butikofer West union, Iowa
2409. Tao Rodriguez- Seeger New Orleans, Louisiana
2410. Hugh England Haiku, Hawaii
2411. Steven Lee Huntsville, Alabama
2412. dennis allison greenwood, Missouri
2413. Joey Rishik Santa Monica, California
286
2414. Richard Han Ann Arbor, Michigan
2415. judy ireland San Francisco, California
2416. annette bryant kansas city, Missouri
2417. Andy Pfeiffer Middleton, Wisconsin
2418. Eric Welty Felton, California
2419. Milissa Loughrey Portland, Oregon
2420. zach Pesch Boulder, Colorado
2421. ROBIN PARENT BATON ROUGE, Louisiana
2422. Devon Mitchell Wilton, Connecticut
2423. Alan Fitterer Montgomery, Minnesota
2424. Mia Holliday las vegan, Nevada
2425. lori bevan Tonopah, Arizona
2426. Tom Nash Rohnert Park, California
2427. Greg Ottmar New York, New York
2428. Darlene Cunningham Riverside, California
2429. Karen Larson Chino, California
2430. Brent Upchurch Ashland City, Tennessee
2431. Manuel Prieto Pembroke Pines, Florida
2432. Gary Boyers Hamtramck, Michigan
2433. Sami Naffziger S.F. CA, California
2434. Selena Quiros Miramar, Florida
2435. Isabella Vasquez Miami, Florida
2436. A.J. Kostelecky Kingman, Arizona
2437. rick young ballston lake, New York
2438. Knight Knight Belmont, California
2439. Fr. Dan Hurst Covington„ Kentucky
2440. Ben Lennon seattle, Washington
2441. Andrea Bonnett Altadena, California
2442. Destre lnlow Dayton, Ohio
2443. Nicholas Williams Plano, Illinois
2444. Brandy Wiegers San Francisco, California
2445, Lubosh Cech Portland, Oregon
2446, Knox Tiernan Newport Beach, California
2447. Dale McCart Irvine, California
2448. Zach Glanz Pinole, California
2449. Jon Madden Lake Worth, Florida
2450, Nancy Nelligan- McGarry Harpers Ferry, West Virginia
2451. Theodore Waitt Taunton, Massachusetts
2452. Matthew Franck New Brunswick, New Jersey
2453. Derald Myers Santa Cruz, California
2454. Paul Tiffin Winder, Georgia
2455. Cynthia Chapman Albuquerque, New Mexico
2456. Sharon Flores Vista, California
2457. Annie Ashmore Mountain View, California
2458. Tiff Williams Los Angeles, California
2459. Hank Broege Belmont, Massachusetts
2460. Alison Baenen Brooklyn, New York
2461. Shawn Blanco Newcastle, California
2462. Violette Blumenthal Durham, North Carolina
2463. Mikey sloan Savannah, Georgia
2464. john contos la Palma, California
287
2465. Robert Piggott San Francisco, California
2466. Lois Downing Castro Valley, California
2467. Carol Marsh Brooklyn, New York
2468. jake wolfhart Peace Dude Capitan, New Mexico
2469. R. Bridges Alta Loma, California
2470. Shirley Shirron Elkton, Virginia
2555. Tori Childers Sunnyvale, Texas
2556. Daniel James Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
2557. Jennifer Alvarez Bellingham, Washington
2558. Ronald Schlesinger Rockville, Maryland
2559. james heermans honolulu, Hawaii
2560. Michelle Glover Jacksonville, Florida
2561. Alison Gray Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania
2562. Not Even Into K -pop Fort Walton Beach, Florida
2563. Michelle Gobely St. Paul, Minnesota
2564. John Schmittauer Chauncey, Ohio
2565. Scott Hellquist Newport, Rhode Island
2566. Marley Doherty Water Mill, New York
2567. Jim May Fort Myers, Florida
2568. Shelley Tea Seattle, Washington
2569. Brittany Roper Belle Vernon, Pennsylvania
2570. Leslie Cassidy New York, New York
2571. Victor Cabot San Diego, California
2572. Ben Miller winston salem, North Carolina
2573. Brian Ferris The Woodlands, Texas
2574. Travis Collins Palm Springs, California
2575. Kristi Kennedy San Francisco, California
2576. Frederick Mayer Chicago, Illinois
2599. Kat Gelles San Francisco, California
2600. Judith Grayson Marysville, Washington
288
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Murphy, Kevin <KeMurphy @fnf.com>
Sent:
Monday, November 04, 2013 2:33 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Fw:
Attachments:
mnb_blackball- map.pdf, wnb_ blackball- chart.pdf
Follow Up Flag:
Follow up
Flag Status:
Completed
Please review.
Sincerely,
Kevin Murphy
Vice President
Hall of Fame
Fidelity National Title
19000 MacArthur Blvd, Ste. 300
Irvine, ca 92612
Cell 714 624 2906
Fax 949 788 2893
Kemurphy @fnf.com
From: Stoehr III, Carl
Sent: Monday, November 04,20139:44:44 PM
To: Murphy, Kevin
Subject:
289
400
375
350
325
300
275
250
225
200
175
150
12S
100
75
50
WMI
Blackball in West Newport Beach
Based off ofhours a dayofavallable sunlight
252 257#
372
290
318A
310 310
330+
37:
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Murphy, Kevin <KeMurphy @fnf.com>
Sent:
Monday, November 04, 2013 2:20 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Fw:blackball
Attachments:
wnb_blackball- chart.pdf
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
I really hope this email is reviewed by the city council. I started body surfing the wedge in the late 60's. I moved to
Newport Shores in 1974 and started surfing. I still live in Newport Shores 40 years later. So I really consider myself a
lover of both styles of catching waves.
I know there's this ongoing debate about the current blackball situation.
I have attached a graph that I made to show you how the current time shows surfers dominate when it comes to water
time.
I also know surfers say all swimmers can go out in the time highlighted in Red. And they are right we can, but not safely.
The reality is there's no equality or safety when you mix surfers with swimmers. I ask them to put on their fins and join
us for our limited 4 hours a day.
They dominate catching waves and I find it hard to believe any surfer would disagree with this. This is like bringing a sling
shot to a gun fight. We're outnumbered and they have more fire power.
So now these surfing committee's want to take away more of our limited 356 hours in the summer to swim. Giving them
more hours that we have to compete with them but more importantly worry if they are going to run over us and cause
bodily harm.
So here's what they want; no blackball at all between 32/36, 44/48th and 52/56. The surfers will tell you they're only
asking for 8% of Newport's coastline. What they are not telling you is not all 100% of Newports shore has great waves.
They also won't tell you they are actually asking for 40% of the jetties. Which again all water people would agree is the
prime surfing spots in Newport.
Please note these are areas they already are getting 10 hours a day with Blackball. We swimmers get 4 hours basically
from 1:00 to 5:00. So they also won't tell you they're currently getting 60% more a day then swimmers already and want
more.
I'm a #'s guy and I just don't see the equality here. It already heavily favors the surfers.
So here is my proposal which is a win /win for everyone and promotes safety for everyone. Also being a surfer I do
believe there should be an area to surf all day. But not at the expense of limiting the low amount of hours swimmers
currently get.
I strongly suggest an area where all swimmers can go all hours of the day. Right now if I choose to body surf safely at
7,8,9,10:00 in the morning with out having to worry about getting hit by surfers or boggieboards where do I go. There's
NOWHERE. Please don't consider 40/44 as an option. Even though this is blackballed everyone knows this area is called
"BOGGIELAND" so right now there's nowhere the swimmer can go without getting run over by surfers and boggieboards.
I have faith in the city council to come up with a solution so all watermen of all types can have their little slice of Heaven.
A place where surfers can surf all day. You already have 40/44 where boogieborders can go all day. But please find a
place where Swimmers can go ALL day. From sun up to sun down where we can be safe from any kind of board hurting
us.
Under the current situation I have to wait until blackball goes up around 1:00 to swim safely and that's just not right. The
surfers and boggieboards get the prime conditions starting at sunrise.
Thanks, I really look forward to the city councils decision. I just hope it's fair for everyone.
Sincerely, Kevin Murphy
292
Sincerely,
Kevin Murphy
Vice President
Hall of Fame
Fidelity National Title
19000 MacArthur Blvd. Ste. 300
Irvine, ca 92612
Cell 714 624 2906
Fax 949 788 2893
Kemurphy@fnf.com
From: Stoehr III, Carl
Sent: Sunday, November 03, 2013 6:16:44 PM
To: Murphy, Kevin
Subject:
293
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Hillary Tauer <mail @changemail.org>
Sent: Monday, November 04, 2013 1:49 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: 100 new signers: Isabel Merino, Matt Wong...
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Another 100 people added their names to Aaron Peluso's petition "Newport Beach City Council: End Blackball
at the Wedge" -- momentum is growing.
There are now 2657 signatures on this petition. Read reasons why people are signing, and respond to Aaron
Peluso by clicking here:
http: /,,www.chan e.org_/petitions /newport- beach - city - council- end - blackball- at -the-
wed ee responses. /new ?response= 14052667e298
Dear Blackball Working Group,
The Wedge is one of the most premiere skimboarding, bodyboarding and surfing waves in the world. Yet for
decades board riders of all types have been prohibited from enjoying this public resource during the majority
of the south swell season. The City of Newport Beach needs to re- evaluate its policy found in resolution 95-
116 and all revisions thereto, to establish rules that can best serve communities which deserve access to this
public space. Further, the city should explicitly address and reverse its discriminatory practice of granting
exclusive use of this public space to a preferred group of wave riding athletes (bodysurfers). Please end
blackball at The Wedge and allow all wave riding athletes equal access to this world class location.
Sincerely,
2086. Isabel Merino Miami, Florida
2087. Matt Wong San Jose, California
2088. Carina Caceros Bakersfield, California
2089. Denise Freed Los Angeles, California
2090. Nicholas Sherman Burlington, Vermont
2224 -. Michael Klausing Nitro, West Virginia
2225. Jessica Sprehn Piqua, Ohio
2226. Boots Whitehead Olympia, Washington
2227. Sheila Spencer Greham, Oregon
2228. Roby McCarty Chillicothe, Ohio
2229. Elliot An Tuckahoe, New York
2230. Edward Ozols Mt Kisco, New York
2231. Shayonna Cato Amherst, Massachusetts
2232. Barbara Frances Aromas, California
2233. John Countryman Yelm, Washington
2234. Brianna H Sugar Land, Texas
2235. Mona Bowen Portland, Oregon
2236. REHENIA DANIEL ST. THOMAS, Virgin Islands
2237. Debra Hawkes Tecumseh, Oklahoma
295
2238. Shannon Kemahan Hendersonville, Tennessee
2239. Carinetta Kelley Long Beach, California
2240. Aida Sheets St. Petersburg, Florida
2241. Anthony Ricciardi Atlanta, Georgia
2242. Fanny Diehl Lompoc, California
2243. dmichael cervenak , United States
2244. Lars ROSENBLUM SORGENFREI Kbh N, California
2245. Ashleigh Shelley Thomaston, Georgia
2246. Chris Joas Middleton, Wisconsin
2247. leslie spoon los osos, California
2248. nathan young anniston, Alabama
2249. Sam Chaney Austin, Texas
2250. Kelly Young Langhorne, Pennsylvania
2251. Nouze Takougang Gaithersburg, Maryland
2252. Mary Margaret Browne Park Forest, Illinois
2253. Brianna Manolopoulos Spokane Valley, Washington
2254. Milton Hedrick Fairfield, California
2255. Sarah James Prosper, Texas
2256. Brooke Bates Hackettstown, New Jersey
2257. joe and mary volpe ventura, California
2258. vafa ansarifar Framingham, Massachusetts
2259. keyshia custalow milwaukee, Wisconsin
2260. Sandra Gendron dunbarton, New Hampshire
2261. DJ Sakata Mililani, Hawaii
2262. Carol Hill Greer, South Carolina
2263. Patrick Rowan Port Townsend, Washington
2264. Alexander Matta San Clemente, California
2265. Shane Suydam Palatine, Illinois
2266. Michael Dotson Carterville, Illinois
2267. Lacy Decoster Santa Barbara, California
2268. Jason Handley Brooklyn, New York
2269. Gabriel Sheets Merced, California
2270. Ed Greer Arlington, Texas
2271. Ryan Sellman Abbottstown, Pennsylvania
2272. Kevin Swearingen Terryville, Connecticut
2273. Hanna Moms Point Reyes Station, California
2274. Pierre Martinez Fairview, New Jersey
2275. Nikisha Ross Jackson, Mississippi
2276. Samuel Henthome Eugene, Oregon
2277. Karen Brownlee Tucson, Arizona
2278. Heidi Frohling Austin, Texas
2279. Lamont Garrett Chicago, Illinois
2280. Christopher Weipert Philadelphia,
2281. Dawn Gutierrez Ogden, Utah
2282. Jennifer Kim Zeller Manhattan Beach, California
2283. Sean Daughtry Medford, Massachusetts
2284. Thomas peel Fort Myers, Florida
2285. Meredith West Chicago, Illinois
2286. Natalie Alexander Irvine, California
2287. William Peace Paradise, California
2288. Eugene Mariam Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania
2289. Mikel Arambarri Newport, Rhode Island
2290. Alfred Bailey west warwick, Rhode Island
2291. Jeffrey Hurwitz San Francisco, California
2293, Anne Watson Tucson, Arizona
2294. Sue Anderson Aloha, Oregon
2295. Tony Gooden NORMAN, Oklahoma
2296. Houston Wong Kirkland, Washington
2297. Peggy Jamieson Placentia, California
2298. Jen Kilcoyne Portland, Oregon
2299. Marty Landa Sedona, Arizona
2300. Lauren Bouyea Muir Beach, California
2301. Rebecca Smith New Milford, Connecticut
2302. Carol Dillingham Wolsey, South Dakota
2303. Richard Laubhan Galena, Illinois
2304. Ann Solar Baton Rouge, Louisiana
2305. Mike Schorn , United States
2387. Shawn Monaco Nantucket, Massachusetts
2388. Mariah Wine Blackstone, Virginia
2389. Alexandria Lahm Waynesville, North Carolina
2390. Aurea Walker -Cortes Los angeles, California
2391. Christine Rossman Wappingers Falls, New York
2392. steven turner Narragansett, Rhode Island
2393. Thomas Scott Anchorage, Alaska
2394, Anna Dawson Carmel, Indiana
2395. Debbie Lamm Chester, Virginia
2396. NAWAL TAMIMI Richmond, California
2397. Greg Bunker North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
2398. Gerald Ney Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
2399. Gigi Rusch Las Vegas, Nevada
2400. Hillary Tauer McKinney, Texas
0-
297
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Lauren Bouyea <mail @changemail.org>
Sent: Monday, November 04, 2013 1:37 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: 100 new signers:jason Schaefer, Anthony Hediger...
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Another 100 people added their names to Aaron Peluso's petition "Newport Beach City -Council: End Blackball
at the Wedge" -- momentum is growing.
There are now 2653 signatures on this petition. Read reasons why people are signing, and respond to Aaron
Peluso by clicking here:
http: / ,'www.chan eg
e org /petitions /newport- beach - city- council - end - blackball- at -the-
wed �ponses /new ?response= 14052667e298
Dear Blackball Working Group,
The Wedge is one of the most premiere skimboarding, bodyboarding and surfing waves in the world. Yet for
decades board riders of all types have been prohibited from enjoying this public resource during the majority
of the south swell season. The City of Newport Beach needs to re- evaluate its policy found in resolution 95-
116 and all revisions thereto, to establish rules that can best serve communities which deserve access to this
public space. Further, the city should explicitly address and reverse its discriminatory practice of granting
exclusive use of this public space to a preferred group of wave riding athletes (hodysurfers). Please end
blackball at The Wedge and allow all wave riding athletes equal access to this world class location.
Sincerely,
2067. jason Schaefer santa fe, New Mexico
2068. Anthony Hediger East Rutherford, New Jersey
2069. Kostas Avgiris North Wales, Pennsylvania
2070. Eugenie Borrelli Assaria, Kansas
2071. zipporah a. ross rochester, New York
2072. james HOEHNjr Albany, New York
2073. Patrick Pitts Tucson, Arizona
2074. Jaleh Bravo Whittier, California
2075. Debra Gooch Oakland, California
2076. Ramon L Gonzalez Jr Lancaster, Pennsylvania
2077. Janeen Glenn Albuquerque, New Mexico
2078. Graciela Saraiva Olney, Maryland
2079. Lorraine Mesker San Marcos, California
2080. Adam Zion Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
2081. James Jones Akron, Ohio
2082. Colin Lynch San Jose, California
2083. james mcgettigan atlantic city, New Jersey
2084. Janette Cuneo Hollister, California
2085. John Wilson Magdalena, New Mexico
298
2086. Isabel Merino Miami, Florida
2087. Matt Wong San Jose, California
2088. Carina Caceros Bakersfield, California
2089. Denise Freed Los Angeles, California
2090. Nicholas Sherman Burlington, Vermont
2224. Michael Klausing Nitro, West Virginia
2225. Jessica Sprehn Piqua, Ohio
2226. Boots Whitehead Olympia, Washington
2227. Sheila Spencer Greham, Oregon
2228. Roby McCarty Chillicothe, Ohio
2229. Elliot An Tuckahoe, New York
2230. Edward Ozols Mt Kisco, New York
2231. Shayonna Cato Amherst, Massachusetts
2232. Barbara Frances Aromas, California
2233. John Countryman Yelm, Washington
2234. Brianna H Sugar Land, Texas
2235. Mona Bowen Portland, Oregon
2236. REHENIA DANIEL ST. THOMAS, Virgin Islands
2237. Debra Hawkes Tecumseh, Oklahoma
2238. Shannon Kernahan Hendersonville, Tennessee
2239. Carinetta Kelley Long Beach, California
2240. Aida Sheets St. Petersburg, Florida
2241. Anthony Ricciardi Atlanta, Georgia
2242. Fanny Diehl Lompoc, California
2243. dmichael cervenak , United States
2244. Lars ROSENBLUM SORGENFREI Kbh N, California
2245. Ashleigh Shelley Thomaston, Georgia
2246. Chris Joas Middleton, Wisconsin
2247. leslie spoon los osos, California
2248. nathan young anniston, Alabama
2249. Sam Chaney Austin, Texas
2250. Kelly Young Langhorne, Pennsylvania
2251. Nouze Takougang Gaithersburg, Maryland
2252. Mary Margaret Browne Park Forest, Illinois
2253. Brianna Manolopoulos Spokane Valley, Washington
2254. Milton Hedrick Fairfield, California
2255. Sarah James Prosper, Texas
2256. Brooke Bates Hackettstown, New Jersey
2257. joe and mary volpe ventura, California
2258. vafa ansarifar Framingham, Massachusetts
2259. keyshia custalow milwaukee, Wisconsin
2260. Sandra Gendron dunbarton, New Hampshire
2261. DJ Sakata Mililani, Hawaii
2262. Carol Hill Greer, South Carolina
2263. Patrick Rowan Port Townsend, Washington
2264. Alexander Matta San Clemente, California
2265. Shane Suydam Palatine, Illinois
2266. Michael Dotson Carterville, Illinois
2267. Lacy Decoster Santa Barbara, California
2268. Jason Handley Brooklyn, New York
2269. Gabriel Sheets Merced, California
2270. Ed Greer Arlington, Texas
2271. Ryan Sellman Abbottstown, Pennsylvania
2272. Kevin Swearingen Terryville, Connecticut
2273. Hanna Morris Point Reyes Station, California
2274. Pierre Martinez Fairview, New Jersey
2275. Nikisha Ross Jackson, Mississippi
2276. Samuel Henthorne Eugene, Oregon
2277. Karen Brownlee Tucson, Arizona
2278. Heidi Frohling Austin, Texas
2279. Lamont Garrett Chicago, Illinois
2280. Christopher Weipert Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
2281. Dawn Gutierrez Ogden, Utah
2282. Jennifer Kim Zeller Manhattan Beach, California
2283. Sean Daughtry Medford, Massachusetts
2284. Thomas peel Fort Myers, Florida
2285. Meredith West Chicago, Illinois
2286. Natalie Alexander Irvine, California
2287. William Peace Paradise, California
2288. Eugene Matiani Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
2289. Mikel Arambarri Newport, Rhode Island
2290. Alfred Bailey west warwick, Rhode Island
2291. Jeffrey Hurwitz San Francisco, California
2293. Anne Watson Tucson, Arizona
2294. Sue Anderson Aloha, Oregon
2295. Tony Gooden NORMAN, Oklahoma
2296. Houston Wong Kirkland, Washington
2297. Peggy Jamieson Placentia, California
2298. Jen Kilcoyne Portland, Oregon
2299. Marty Landa Sedona, Arizona
2300. Lauren Bouyea Muir Beach, California
300
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Kelly Young <mail @changemail.org>
Sent: Monday, November 04, 2013 12:17 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: 250 more people signed: Brendon Clark, Jesse McEwen...
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
250 more people just signed Aaron Peluso's petition "Newport Beach City Council: End Blackball at the
Wedge" that has you designated as a target.
There are now 2613 signatures on this petition. Read reasons why people are signing, and respond to Aaron
Peluso by clicking here:
http: / /www. change.orWpetitions/newyort- beach -citv- council- end - blackball- at -the-
wedge/ responses /new ?response= 14052667e298
Dear Blackball Working Group,
The Wedge is one of the most premiere skimboarding, bodyboarding and surfing waves in the world. Yet for
decades board riders of all types have been prohibited from enjoying this public resource during the majority
of the south swell season. The City of Newport Beach needs to re- evaluate its policy found in resolution 95-
116 and all revisions thereto, to establish rules that can best serve communities which deserve access to this
public space. Further, the city should explicitly address and reverse its discriminatory practice of granting
exclusive use of this public space to a preferred group of wave riding athletes (bodysurfers). Please end
blackball at The Wedge and allow all wave riding athletes equal access to this world class location.
Sincerely,
1759. Brendon Clark Laguna Hills, California
1760. Jesse McEwen oceanside, California
1762. Adam Lain San Marcos, California
1764. johndane macfaden Oceanside, California
1765. Chandler Dewey La Canada Flintridge, California
1776. Austin Bucher San Marcos, California
1777. Alex Mendoza North Bend WA, Washington
1779. Ashlin Johnson haleiwa, Hawaii
1780. Marco Guido San Clemente, California
1782. Andrew Tomlinson Mission Viejo, California
1783. Jack Beaugureau Mission Viejo, California
1784. Sarah B Laguna Hills, California
1785. Ivy Mari Posa Iloilo City, Philippines
1795. Julia Broad Anaheim, California
1796. Abby Scheafer Costa Mesa, California
1797. gerry battle Newport Beach, California
1798. Carl Martin Aliso Viejo, California
1799. eileen mcneese seal beach, California
1800. Jessica Net Irvine, California
301
1801. Adam Wolfenden Newport Beach, California
1802. Michelle Anilao Orange, California
1803. Hoang Nguyen Garden Grove, California
1804, cari upchurch tustin, California
1805. Brett Bissell Rossmoor, California
1806. alcx woods Anaheim, California
1819. Rachel Harris Huntington Beach, California
1820. Sidra Aronowitz Irvine, California
1821. chris harsh huntington beach, California
1822. Fred Schramm Tustin, California
1823. Brent Farhang Laguna Beach, California
1824. Melissa Schendel Dana Point, California
1825. Judith Herrera Santa Ana, California
1826. John Barry Huntington Beach, California
1827. J. Derek McGowan Anaheim, California
1828. april scott Huntington Beach, California
1830. marjorie Angeles tustin, California
1831. Kathie Kennedy Mission Viejo, California
1832. Brent Heemstra Encinitas, California
1833. Debbie De Phillipp San Clemente, California
1834. Sean Tran Westminster, California
1835. jill kraus rancho santa margarita, California
1836. Paul Byrd Huntington Beach, California
1838. Kirsten Travis Huntington Beach, California
1839. linda young Anaheim, California
1839. Douglas Crandall Mission Viejo, California
1840. Brock McDonald Costa Mesa, California
1841. Stefan Tidy Newport Beach, California
1842. Brad Burnett Huntington Beach, California
1867. Colleen Hamilton Orange, California
1868. AMIN DAVID Anaheim, California
1869. Reese Alarcon Rancho Santa Margarita, California
1870. Kristin Highfill Placentia, California
1871. Estefania Rendon Costa Mesa, California
1872. Matthew Steven Levoe Anaheim, California
1874. leigh mierke culver city, California
1875. Frank R Scott Santa Ana, California
1876. Charles Simons CA, California
1877. Mike Flynn Huntington Beach, California
1888, Dylan LaSalle Huntington Beach, California
1889. Erika Whitton Irvine, California
1890. Alyssa Cornett Lake Forest, California
1891. Gordon Alexander Irvine, California
1892. Elsa C huntington beach, California
1893. Jenni Jaen Irvine, California
1894. Jim Leger Cypress, California
1895. Jeff Denham costa Mesa, California
1896. Stephanie Barlow Long Beach, California
1897. Jaci Looney Huntington Beach, California
1898. Nils Lavik Aliso Viejo, California
1899. cassy garcia hawaiian gardens, California
302
1912. Doug Dehlinger Cerritos, California
1913. Nick Tsolis San Jose, California
1914. Phil Hart Garden Grove, California
1915. Evelin Garcia Costa Mesa, California
1916. Ricardo Barreto newport,
1917. brittany organiz anahiem, California
1918. Marylou Mohr Mission Viejo, California
1919. A. Renee Hamilton Rancho Santa Margarita, California
1920. Tim Barnett La Palma, California
1921. Shinty Le Garden Grove, California
1922, connor koplien huntington beach, California
1934. Pam Boland Grovetown, Georgia
1935. John Miller Laguna Beach, California
1936. Dawn Fowler Fountain Valley, California
1937. Mark Briton -Jones Huntington Beach, California
1939. Mike Wainstock Burbank, California
1940. Robert Engelhard Costa Mesa, California
1941. Priscilla Loredo Buena Park, California
1942. evandah steadman Miami, Florida
1943. wyatt scott Westminster, California
1954. Maxime Bayol brooklyn, New York
1955. FLORIAN BAYOL lahaina, Hawaii
1956. Christian Billson Los Alamitos, California
1960. John Hatton Putney, Vermont
1961. Bob Lawlor Winthrop, Massachusetts
1962. Barbara Franck Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
1963. anita maldonado brooklyn, New York
1964. Faith Edwards Neenah, Wisconsin
1965. Robin Dein Madison, Wisconsin
1966. William Cline, United States
1967. Jorge Cristoffanini Old Greenwich, Connecticut
1968. Joshua Landry Carencro, Louisiana
1969. Erin Medell White Lake, Michigan
1970. Michelle Slaughter new orleans, Louisiana
1971. Zane Graney Rio Rancho, New Mexico
1972. Thomas Booker Knoxville, Tennessee
1973. linda moore newark, Delaware
1974. Elizabeth Agren Hollywood, Florida
1975. Bonnie Cline Cape May Court House, New Jersey
1976. robert barras arlington, Texas
1977, liliana alvarado rancho cucamnga, California
1978. Sandra Phillips Jonesboro, Arkansas
1979. Jonathan Toma Aiea, Hawaii
1980. tom oatway newport, Rhode Island
1981, joan mccoy Saginaw, Michigan
1982. Danielle McCorkle Marietta, Georgia
1983. LINDA HIPSHER ANDERSON, South Carolina
1984. David Jenkins Satellite, Florida
1985. Dan King, United States
1986. Jon Phoenix Boston, Massachusetts
1987. Aaron Dinham Port Orange, Florida
303
1988. Katie Edwards Stanton, Michigan
1989. James Asheraft Lawrenceburg, Indiana
1990. Donnell Sutherland Holts Summit, Missouri
1991. Dominic Orlando Lisle, Illinois
1992. Theresa Jaskowiak Youngstown, Ohio
1993. Alicia Kelley Apex, North Carolina
1994. Gail McGinnis Upper Marlboro, Maryland
1995. Linda Nowlin Fairborn, Ohio
1996. Shawntane Long Umpire, Arkansas
1997. James Vipond Milbank, South Dakota
1998. Renee Stein New York, New York
1999. Harut Minasian West Nyack, New York
2000. Erin mcallister ridgewood, New Jersey
2001. David Bonanno Wellfleet, Massachusetts
2002. Kathy Remati andover, Massachusetts
2003. B. Brian Tupaz Cleveland, OH, Idaho
2004. Amanda Hiland Sherwood, Oregon
2005. Michael Raymond Irving, Texas
2006. Chloe Argilan Crownsville, Maryland
2007. Christopher Krakora West Chester, Pennsylvania
2008. walter urquiza Homestead, Florida
2009. Mark Tsigounis Sparta, New Jersey
2010. Timothy Brady Newport, Rhode Island
2011. Lydia Cleveland Richmond, Virginia
2012. BOBBY YOUNGER NORFOLK, Virginia
2013. Kristen Martin knoxville, Tennessee
2014. Nathan Wilson Albuquerque, New Mexico
2015. Claudia Gausepohl Ocean city, Maryland
2016. brace harkins glasgow, Alabama
2017. Melissa Blackstone Athens, Georgia
2018. Edelmira Reynoso Albany, New York
2019. George Hatcher Merritt Island, Florida
2020. James Ropieki Gainesville, Florida
2021. David Peckman Charleston, South Carolina
2022. Todd Renner Fort Wayne, Indiana
2023. peter barkman croton, New York
2024. Angela Mitchell Springfield, Massachusetts
2025. Jane Davidson Englewood, New Jersey
2026. Timothy McLaughlin Plymouth, Massachusetts
2027. Kathryn Hill Maryville, Tennessee
2028. Giovanna Olguin San Francisco, California
2029. Lori Fahidi Toronto, Ohio
2030. William Miller Naples, Florida
2031. Lisa Kagan Catskill, New York
2032. Choral Eddie Brooklyn, New York
2033. alaa mohammed Palos Hills, Illinois
2034. Steven Schroeder Warren, Michigan
2035. Anamaria Dickey Kansas, Alabama
2036. mark trifeletti rome, New York
2037. Art Ballelli westerly, Rhode Island
2038. Rebel Wolf Bronx, New York
304
2040. Sandra Werner Laramie, Wyoming
2041. Christine Gasco Commerce Twp, Michigan
2042. Julia DeNiro Columbus, Ohio
2043. Tess Fraad -Wolff NY, New York
2044. Shelley Hankin Newton, Massachusetts
2045. Evan Beattie Irvine, California
2046. Hannah Cherenfant W, Massachusetts
2047. Allison Cohen Mendham, New Jersey
2048. Tanya Ware Chicago, Illinois
2049. Benjamin Harbin Cedar Park, Texas
2050. Wendy Corn Marina, California
2051. Hillary Alleb Santa Barbara, California
2052. Kerri Magee Rockville Centre, New York
2053. David Chamberlain San Carlos, California
2054. lisa goldman griffin, Georgia
2055. TRAVIS HARVEY BOOTHWYN, Pennsylvania
2056. Sara Brown San Francisco, California
2057. sherry glass Henderson, Nevada
2058. Peter Guzman Islip Terrace, New York
2059. Seth Winerman Brookline, Massachusetts
2060. William King Chicago, Illinois
2061. Douglas Kaehler Portland, Oregon
2062. Ann Karaniuk Grafton, Massachusetts
2063. Uta Allers Washington, District Of Columbia
2064. Maryanna Saenko Medford, Massachusetts
2065. Patrick Libby Jacksonville, North Carolina
2066. Ashleigh Weaver Mountain City, Tennessee
2067. jason Schaefer santa fe, New Mexico
2068. Anthony Hediger East Rutherford, New Jersey
2069. Kostas Avgiris North Wales, Pennsylvania
2070. Eugenie Borrelli Assaria, Kansas
2071. zipporah a. rocs rochester, New York
2072. james HOEHNjr Albany, New York
2073. Patrick Pitts Tucson, Arizona
2074. Jaleh Bravo Whittier, California
2075. Debra Gooch Oakland, California
2076. Ramon L Gonzalez Jr Lancaster, Pennsylvania
2077. Janeen Glenn Albuquerque, New Mexico
2078. Graciela Saraiva Olney, Maryland
2079. Lorraine Mesker San Marcos, California
2080. Adam Zion Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
2 08 1. James Jones Akron, Ohio
2082. Colin Lynch San Jose, California
2083. james mcgettigan atlantic city, New Jersey
2084. Janette Cuneo Hollister, California
2085. John Wilson Magdalena, New Mexico
2086. Isabel Merino Miami, Florida
2087. Matt Wong San Jose, California
2088. Carina Caceros Bakersfield, California
2089. Denise Freed Los Angeles, California
2090. Nicholas Sherman Burlington, Vermont
305
2224. Michael Klausing Nitro, West Virginia
2225. Jessica Sprehn Piqua, Ohio
2226. Boots Whitehead Olympia, Washington
2227. Sheila Spencer Greham, Oregon
2228. Roby McCarty Chillicothe, Ohio
2229. Elliot An Tuckahoe, New York
2230. Edward Ozols Mt Kisco, New York
2231. Shayonna Cato Amherst, Massachusetts
2232. Barbara Frances Aromas, California
2233. John Countryman Yelm, Washington
2234. Brianna H Sugar Land, Texas
2235. Mona Bowen Portland, Oregon
2236. REHENIA DANIEL ST. THOMAS, Virgin Islands
2237. Debra Hawkes Tecumseh, Oklahoma
2238. Shannon Kemahan Hendersonville, Tennessee
2239. Carinetta Kelley Long Beach, California
2240. Aida Sheets St. Petersburg, Florida
2241. Anthony Ricciardi Atlanta, Georgia
2242. Fanny Diehl Lompoc, California
2243. dmichael cervenak , United States
2244. Lars ROSENBLUM SORGENFREI Kbh N, California
2245. Ashleigh Shelley Thomaston, Georgia
2246. Chris Joas Middleton, Wisconsin
2247. leslie spoon los osos, California
2248. nathan young anniston, Alabama
2249. Sam Chaney Austin, Texas
2250. Kelly Young Langhorne, Pennsylvania
;r
306
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Glen Frank <gfrank302l @yahoo.com>
Sent:
Sunday, November 03, 2013 9:40 PM
To:
Blackball
Cc:
Glen Frank
Subject:
Follow -up to public meeting
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Thank you for conducting the October public input forum at City Hall and for taking input via email. I had the opportunity to
speak at the session and wanted to follow -up with a summary of key points for your review.
I consider myself an individual that enjoys many types of wave riding, including bodysurfing, board surfing, and body
boarding. Relative to the Wedge, I primarily bodysurf, but since I enjoy a variety of activities, my comments have a wider
perspective than only bodysurfing.
I understand the intent of the session was to review Blackball in general, but since much of the commentary revolved
around the Wedge, I will focus my input there.
1) Historic Perspective and Uniqueness
- The Wedge is a unique place for all types of wave riding, but is especially world- renown for bodysurfing, which was
performed there before anyone board -surfed or skim - boarded there, and long before the current types of body boards
were even invented.
- The formation, shape, size, and speed of the waves at the Wedge are unique for bodysurfers, who are at a significant
disadvantage when it comes to catching waves in competition with any type of board.
- There are many places in Newport where waves are easily caught with a surfboard or body board in a wide variety of
sizes and conditions, but none cater to bodysurfing like the Wedge.
- Numerous cities have designated year -round bodysurfing -only areas in order to recognize the significance of
bodysurfing (most notably La Jolla and Honolulu), yet the Wedge is a far more famous bodysurfing break than any of
them.
- From the input at the meeting, it was apparent that the wide majority of participants, including all types of board riders,
agreed that there should be some blackball time for bodysurfers only.
2) Safety
- The primary wave at the Wedge is next to the jetty and results in riders congregating in one spot, which would lead to
severe congestion and safety issues if boards were allowed. Unlike other parts of Newport where people can paddle to a
different spots along the beach, the Wedge does not provide that opportunity.
The elimination of Blackball by allowing boards of various types is extremely dangerous....
- Surfboards have hard surfaces and sharp fins that can produce severe injuries. Further, leashes are not used at
the Wedge, with stray boards in the surf zone that hit bodysurfers or that bodysurfers run into while riding
subsequent waves.
-Skim boarders approach the beach from behind bodysurfers (who are looking out to sea) at high rates of speed
with pointed boards that can hit a bodysurfer and often end up flying in the air and can land on someone.
-Body boards are often represented as 'soft', but they are not... today's performance boards have rigid bottoms
and sharp edges, which can contribute to injury. Further, similar to surfboard riders, body boarders do not use
307
leashes, and bodysurfers often hit the boards on subsequent waves. Finally, the element of congestion and
competition can result in body boarders going "over the falls" and landing on bodysurfers, while also potentially
hitting bodysurfers at high speeds while riding.
3) Appearance vs. Reality of current Blackball hours
- The current Wedge Blackball regulations stating that there are no flotation devices from May 1 to Oct 31 during the
hours of 10am - 5pm has been presented as excessive, unjust, and exclusive to one group, but the reality of enforcement
and resulting actual participation by board riders is very different.
- The stated months of May 1 - Oct 31 are not fully enforced during non- Summer months. From May 1 to approximately
mid -June, and then again from approximately mid - September through Oct 31, the lifeguard towers are rarely staffed, with
an occasional jeep drive -by for limited time periods. Boarders of all types are regularly in the water during those periods,
and although they leave the water if a Lifeguard jeep appears, they go right back in when the jeep leaves. While
bodysurfers would appreciate the regulation to be enforced during the entire 6 months, they recognize the realities of
funding and manpower (and feel the Lifeguards do a good job of enforcement), and they have adapted to this. As a result,
the actual Blackball period is only about 3 months.
- The stated time period of 10am - 5pm leaves the best conditions for the boarders and provides a greater total of daily
hours. You will see boarders of all kinds across Newport as early as sunrise, and as late as sunset, since those are the
time periods generally with least winds and the best conditions. During the prime season when the Blackball is enforced,
as mentioned above, the sun rises at about Sam and sets between 8 - 8:30pm. Those time periods allow boarders use of
the Wedge for a period of 8 - 8 1/2 hours, compared to the Blackball period of only 7 hours. Further, when the Blackball
enforcement occurs at 10am, boarders often leisurely exit the water because there is no penalty, which extends their time
until almost 10:30am.
- It should be noted that while many attempts were made to classify bodysurfers as an exclusionary group (i.e., "them "),
the Blackball flag allows all types of boarders to be come bodysurfers. Similar to my opening statement that most
4) Motivation
- While not an initial part of my presentation at the meeting, it became very apparent at the meeting and in later activities
that some of the most vocal critics of the Wedge Blackball periods are individuals with motivations other than the
enjoyment of their sport.
- I heard more than one photographer openly admit that they make money from pictures of board riders, while they make
nothing on bodysurfers.
- Meanwhile, another individual that has resorted to a petition and a large media effort is a manufacturer and marketer of
skim boards.
- There are many economic reasons for decisions that the City Council makes, but Blackball should not be one of them.
When considering the historical significance of the Wedge as a bodysurfing spot, the true number of months and hours
that board riders enjoy as described above, and the most critical element of safety, the financial gain of selected factions
should not be a consideration.
In summary, 1 believe the current Blackball hours at the Wedge are effective, provide a good balance of hours for all types
of wave enthusiasts, and should not be changed.
Thank you once again for your time and consideration
Glen Frank
257 Brentwood St
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
714 - 290 -0773
nfrank3021(@..yahoo.com
K
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
mel <kevin.thoman @cox.net>
Sent:
Sunday, November 03, 2013 11:11 AM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
West Newport Blackball
Attachments:
MELZ MURF BLACKBALL GRAPH.png, CIMG9373.JPG
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
My name is Mel Thoman and I was part of the original blackball reform at The Wedge in 1993 with The Wedge
Preservation Society.
We worked hand in hand with the Balboa Peninsula Association,Lifeguard & Fire Departments as well as the City Council.
We also adopted the beach and do clean -ups at least 4 times per year.
We think the current Blackball Ordinance at The Wedge is fine and has been for over 20 years.
West Newport is very different though.
The current rules there allow very little time for actual bodysurfing & swimming as compared to surfing.
We think this area needs attention and change.
Please view the graph and you can see how unfair this section of the coast is allocated.
Wedge is fine,but West Newport needs some changes.
Thanks for your time.
Sincerely,Kevin "Mel "Thoma n
309
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Paul Cassidy <PCassidy @oranco.com>
Sent: Friday, November 01, 2013 10:17 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: black ball issues at Newportbeach
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
To whom it may concern, i am a resident of newport beach, i frequent the surf spots from 36th st. to 56th st. i
understand that a surfer committee is trying to ask for no blackball during the summer for the above mentioned streets,
even including reducing the months of the full blackball area at 40th to 44th. i have been bodysurfing these areas for
over 40 years. i am appalled at the thought that the surfers want more time denied to a safe area for all swimmers using
these streets . They already abuse the time when blackball is pasted to get out of the water, if you do the math of hours
in a years time that the surfers already have access to no blackball, it is around 3000 plus hours. the swimmers have
about 400 hours available to them, with the current blackball enforecement. Quite honestly i don't understand the
surfers logic to ask for more time, in less it is for pure selfish reasons, as if we the swimmers,bodysurfers, boogie
boarders, aren't worthy of enjoying the same wave that the surfers do. i strongly suggest that someone take a poll as to
how many surfers really know how to bodysurf?? if they did they would not ask for more time they would probably look
to get an isolated area for bodysurfing only!I! my name is Paul Cassidy i live at 416 62nd st. newport beach
310
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Charlie Wiggs <charliewiggs1S @gmaiI.com>
Sent:
Friday, November 01, 2013 9:50 AM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Hey I'm Charlie Wiggs I'm 14 years old and I live in Newport Beach. I've lived in Newport Beach my whole life and this
past summer we moved to M Sreet just by The Wedge. I surfed the wedge all summer, all the good days and all the bad
days. Blackball was always an issue when I was out in the water becusae on the small days when only a few local guys
are out I was forced to get out of the water at 10:00 when there may only be 1 bodysurfer. On the big days where the
lineup gets crowded everybody (expect for bodysurfers) is forced to go to The Wedge from like 6:00- 10:00, or 5:00 to
7:00. When you have that many guys out in the water in that short period of time it gets dangerous especially at The
Wedge. Since the time that blackball was first put up to now a lot has changed. Back then there weren't nearly as many
surfers or bodyboards as bodysurfers, so it made sense to give the bodysurfers some more priority out in the lineup.
Now days there are so many more surfers who come to the wedge than bodysurfers and by having unequal priority
throughout the day it causes a lot of tension. A lot of bodysurfers say that blackball is to protect them from getting hit by
the surfers. I have experienced so many times where the body surfers are out on the non blackball hours and have no
problem jumping right in front of a skimboarder or surfer and pushing them off their board or cut them off even though
they will have 7 hours of an open lineup later in the day. There are hundreds of breaks around the world where
bodysurfers, bodyboard, and surfers can share the waves without any problem. By stopping blackball, the tensions will
lower and people will be more respectful twords who's turns it is to take off on the wave. Another issure brought up by
bodysurfers on the sidewave is that the skimboarders always have priority becuase they are always taking off further
back on the wave. During the summer I spent most my days on the sidewave surfing, so I was in the same position as the
bodysurfers. Almost all the time the skimboarders were more than respectful when it came time to give away sets. Just
like at any other break you can have that one guy who thinks he owns the spot and try's to take off on anything. When
that rarely happens at The Wedge everybody will make it known that he can't do that. Also a lot of the times when The
Wedge gets really big to where there is still a sidewave, it is nearly Impossible for a skimboarder to hop on a set wave.
Hopefully by reading this you can understand that the times for blackball at the wedge are over and by taking it down it
will benefit everyone in the water.
Thanks,
Charlie Wiggs
311
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Liam Kommer <kombearholes @gmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, October 31, 2013 11:57 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: Wedge
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
When I first saw footage of Bill Bryan skimboarding the Wedge, I was completely blown away. It was and still
is the best skimboarding spot I had ever seen. I started skimboarding that day and now, after 5 years of training
year- round, I am confident that I can train skimboarding on big waves. Eventually I will be able to skim the
wedge, the ultimate. When I do go out there, I will support many businesses and I will rent a home.
My point is that many board riders are like me and will bring money to california. If there is a Blackball during
the best months of the year, CA will lose tax dollars.
Please let me accomplish my greatest goal and open the wedge to all board riders.
312
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Jessica Net <mail @changemail.org>
Sent:
Thursday, October 31, 2013 6:38 AM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
100 new signers: suzanne sparks, James Prietto Prietto.,.
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Another 100 people added their names to Aaron Peluso's petition "Newport Beach City Council: End Blackball
at the Wedge" -- momentum is growing.
There are now 1800 signatures on this petition. Read reasons why people are signing, and respond to Aaron
Peluso by clicking here:
http:// www .change.org/petitions /newport- beach - city - council -end -b lackb all- at -the-
wedge/ responses /new ?response= 14052667e298
Dear Blackball Working Group,
The Wedge is one of the most premiere skimboarding, bodyboarding and surfing waves in the world. Yet for
decades board riders of all types have been prohibited from enjoying this public resource during the majority
of the south swell season. The City of Newport Beach needs to re- evaluate its policy found in resolution 95-
116 and all revisions thereto, to establish rules that can best serve communities which deserve access to this
public space. Further, the city should explicitly address and reverse its discriminatory practice of granting
exclusive use of this public space to a preferred group of wave riding athletes (bodysurfers). Please end
blackball at The Wedge and allow all wave riding athletes equal access to this world class location.
Sincerely,
1674. suzanne sparks Laguna Woods, California
1675. James Prietto Prietto Carlsbad, California
1676. Michael Wurzel Clinton, Wisconsin
1677. Garrett DiNicola Thomdale, Pennsylvania
1678. Hiroshi Ikeda, Japan
1679. michael hudson Corolla, North Carolina
1680. Jason Zile Wildomar, California
1681. Jody Dodge Huntington Beach, California
1682. Alan Arnold Huntington Beach, California
1683. Angel Carrion Bueno , Spain
1684, Phil Craft Lanoka Harbor, New Jersey
1685. Connor park san Carlos, California
1686. shaiman lalich denver, Colorado
1687. Austin Ball Panama City Beach, Florida
1688. Sharon K Maybrier Balboa, California
1689. Will Tracy locust, New Jersey
1690. Grant Hesse Summerdalc, Alabama
1691. anvesh gandikota atlantic highlands, New Jersey
1692. joseph costinc atlantic highlands, New Jersey
313
1693. Travis Poe , United States
1694. LJ O'Leary :Newport Beach, California
1695. Adam Hayward Laguna Niguel, California
1696. Lisa Levine Rockville, Maryland
1697. Aleah Culpepper chesapeake, Virginia
1698. jade delao Huntington Beach, California
1699. Rebecca Cardwell Oregon City, Oregon
1700. Andrew Determan Glendale, Arizona
1701. Jordan Juranek Sammamish, Washington
1702. Jordan Finbow Fair Lawn, New Jersey
1703. Todd Lohr Newport Beach, California
1704. Kentaro Higashiyama , Japan
1705. david sterman haleiwa, Hawaii
1706. Sean Twomey Cape Town, South Africa
1707. Michael Brosnihan Durban, South Africa
1708. James Dean Cape Town, South Africa
1709. abel garcia iii Ojai, California
1710. Lauren Clancy Middletown, New Jersey
1711. carlos garcia miami, Florida
1712. jason parsons san clemente, Georgia
1713. karson mclachlan san clemente, California
1714. Miles Grubman Los Angeles, California
1715. Chris Hemmer St Petersburg, Florida
1716. christopher weis el Segundo, California
1717. Shane Peacock Neptune Beach, Florida
1718. John Gray Largo, Florida
1719. sean morgan North Palm Beach, Florida
1720. Michael koch Boynton Beach, Florida
1721. johnnie rivera North Palm Beach, Florida
1722. Jason Paruta palm beach shores, Florida
1723. Bruce Morgan North Palm Beach, Florida
1724. Candace C Burlington, Vermont
1726. Tyler Hohenstein Alexandria, Virginia
1727. CHRISTOPHER SHERMAN Costa Mesa, California
1728. blair conklin laguna beach, California
1730. Chad Petkovich Larkspur, California
1730. Natalie Spritzer San Diego, California
1731. Mary Jo Ellis -Jones Huntington Beach, California
1732. Lance Adams San Clemente, California
1733. Ryosuke Takubo , Japan
1735. jason soap Cape Town, South Africa
1737. MORALES Tanguy, , France
1738. regis frachon , France
1739. johnny vazquez satellite beach, Florida
1740. Kamran Kazemzadeh Bethany Beach, Delaware
1741. Felix Lesouef, France
1742. Jose Madrigal Rockville, Maryland
1743. Benichou Leo , France
1744. Matt Sobek Huntington Beach, California
1745. Dylan Shields Southern Shores, North Carolina
1746. Alex Leclercq naples, Florida
314
1747. Marie Duclo's Flintridge„ California
1748. Caquet Samuel , France
1749. Sergio Marques Junior Salvador, Brazil
1750. Michael Boureston Newport Beach, California
1751. john edwards chantilly, Virginia
1752. Adam Ordonez Haleiwa, Hawaii
1753. Matthew Johns Ramsey, New Jersey
1754. adam amott mission viejo, California
1756. James Bever Mission viejo, California
1757. Mason Hubbard Mission Viejo, California
1758. Doug McAlpine opt out, California
1759. Brendon Clark Laguna Hills, California
1760. Jesse McEwen oceanside, California
1762. Adam Lain San Marcos, California
1764. johndane macfaden Oceanside, California
1765. Chandler Dewey La Canada Flintridge, California
1776. Austin Bucher San Marcos, California
1777. Alex Mendoza North Bend WA, Washington
1779. Ashlin Johnson haleiwa, Hawaii
1780. Marco Guido San Clemente, California
1782. Andrew Tomlinson Mission Viejo, California
1783. Jack Beaugureau Mission Viejo, California
1784. Sarah B Laguna Hills, California
1785. Ivy Mari Posa Iloilo City, Philippines
1795. Julia Broad Anaheim, California
1796. Abby Scheafer Costa Mesa, California
1797. gerry battle Newport Beach, California
1798. Carl Martin Aliso Viejo, California
1799. eileen mcneese seal beach, California
1800. Jessica Net Irvine, California
u-
315
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Corinne Conklin <corinnemconklin @gmail.com>
Sent: Wednesday, October 30, 2013 12:15 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: Fwd: Blackball Policies
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear Blackball Working Group,
We are righting to you as representatives of the Wedge4All Equity Team. We appreciated the
opportunity to be heard at the Oct. 21St public meeting last week and look forward to learning more as
the Blackball Working Group and the Parks and Recreation Department move forward in the process
of making recommendations to the city council.
As a group, we hope that we will have the opportunity to weigh in on matters with regard to blackball
policies as they are being considered. Can you let us know the details of the process and provide us
with a timeline with respect to future meetings, both those held for the public, as well as future
meetings with Parks & Recreation and the City Council.
As interested parties representing the voices of whom appears to be a growing number of board
riders in support of our mission, we'd like to take this opportunity to introduce ourselves and share
with you our desires in hopes of assisting with your efforts in providing more equity to all wave riders
who enjoy The Wedge and other area Newport beaches. Our mission statement is to encourage the
City of Newport Beach to modify it's Wedge blackball policies to give more equitable and fair access
to all types of board riders (bodyboarders, surfers and skimboarders), while still maintaining a
'reasonable' number of hours of exclusive use for bodysurfers (but, not for the current 6 months, 7
hours a day). We believe that there is a lot of room for compromise on this and other access
issues. Neighboring areas such as San Diego and Salt Creek have blackball policies that utilize flag
systems where both swimmers and board riders are accommodated throughout the busy summer
months. We want to encourage Newport Beach to come up with ideas that give board riders more
equitable access to waves during the busy summer months, when we get some of our best south
swells.
We have presented our mission and recommendations on our Wedge4All Facebook Page
( https : / /www.facebook.com /wedge4all), which was created 3 days ago and now has reached over
1000 fans.
316
We would like to return to a version of what the blackball policy was 20 years ago when blackball was
limited to the busiest 3 months of the year (roughly Memorial Day to Labor Day) and reduce the
exclusive bodysurfing hours back down to noon - 4pm for those 3 months. This will be an immense
help to spread the crowds out over a much longer number of hours and, likely, will result in a safer
experience for all wave riders. We also believe the City should re- examine why soft, foam, finless
boards were ever included in the blackball at all.
With respect to 40th -44th streets, many surfers are not happy with that area being off - limits to their
group for such a long period. We are proposing that Newport Beach establish an unrestricted, year -
round 'Surfing only' zone somewhere in Newport and perhaps make some modifications to the 40th -
44th streets area policies. We would also like to see an exclusive zone established for skimboarders-
- preferably a minimum of 50 yards wide, on the south side of the Balboa Pier.
Another important point is that the City of Newport Beach has increasingly allowed their expert team
of lifeguards to exercise more and more discretion regarding blackball enforcement. This seems to
be working very well and we support this trend. When the surf is firing in Newport, lifeguards should
be able to use flags to designate safe 'swim only' areas away from the groins /jetties, while allowing
board riders to catch waves near the jetties.
Below is a summary of our recommendations to which we welcome your thoughts and ideas on how
we can move forward together to see that policies to be adopted are `friendly' to surfers and other
board riders, as well as to bodysurfers.
RECOMMENDATIONS AND SUGGESTIONS:
1. June, July, August: reduce blackball to noon to 4 and keep exclusive use for'bodysurfers
only' during those times for 3 months (skimmers/surfers /bodyboarders gain 3 hours per day for 3
months)
2. May, September, October: eliminate blackball (skimmers /surfers /bodyboarders gain 7 hours
per day for 3 months)
3. Rest of the year: no restrictions except for possible 'red flag' conditions.
317
4. Remove bodyboards and other finless soft boards from the blackball period.
5. Give lifeguards more discretion on when to enforce blackball, depending on how many people
are in the water, surf conditions, etc. Utilize flag systems to designate 'swim only' areas and allow
board riders outside of the flagged areas.
6. Open up the peak known as Cylinders (in front of Tower P) to all wave riders year- round.
7. Establish a year- round, unrestricted skimboarding zone at least 50 -yards wide south of the
Balboa Pier.
8. Establish a year- round, unrestricted surfing zone somewhere in Newport (area to be
determined)
9. Consider modifying the 'special use area' from 40th - 44th Streets that currently allows only
bodyboarders, by reducing the number of months or hours of the blackball.
We appreciate your time and effort to this worthwhile re -look at the current policies as they now
stand. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions or ideas about our recommendations.
Respectfully,
Wedge4ALL Equity Team
https : / /www.facebook.com /wedge4a[l
Diane Edmonds dedmonds(osocal.rr.com
318
Bob Cook photocolorlab (a)vahoo.com
Paulo Prietto Paulo. prietto a.gmail.com
Corinne Conklin corinnemconklin(a)gmail.com
319
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Michael Boureston <mail @changemail.org>
Sent: Monday, October 28, 2013 10:04 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: 250 more people signed: Oshe Feldman, Conner DiPaolo...
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
250 more people just signed Aaron Peluso's petition "Newport Beach City Council: End Blackball at the
Wedge" that has you designated as a target.
There are now 1750 signatures on this petition. Read reasons why people arc signing, and respond to Aaron
Peluso by clicking here:
http: / /www. change. org /petitions /newport- beach- city - council- end - blackball- at -the-
wedge /responses /new ?response= 14052667c298
Dear Blackball Working Group,
The Wedge is one of the most premiere skimboarding, bodyboarding and surfing waves in the world. Yet for
decades board riders of all types have been prohibited from enjoying this public resource during the majority
of the south swell season. The City of Newport Beach needs to re- evaluate its policy found in resolution 95-
116 and all revisions thereto, to establish rules that can best serve communities which deserve access to this
public space. Further, the city should explicitly address and reverse its discriminatory practice of granting
exclusive use of this public space to a preferred group of wave riding athletes (bodysurfers). Please end
blackball at The Wedge and allow all wave riding athletes equal access to this world class location.
Sincerely,
1498. Oshe Feldman Big Bear Lake, California
1499. Conner DiPaolo Newport Beach, California
1500. Mark Jackson Newport Beach, California
1501. Alec Quinteros Costa Mesa, California
1502. David Scott Ft. Pierce, Florida
1503. Luke Mountain Trabuco Canyon, California
1504. Dylan Olivares Gilroy, California
1505. shane dyc pensacola, Florida
1506. andres lerca Cruz Bay, Virgin Islands, U.S.
1507. william johnson medford, New Jersey
1508. Valerie Eden, Mexico
1509. julieta fernandez vidal SANTA CRUZ, California
1510. James Gasper Saint Petersburg, Florida
1511. Matt Landon Ocean City, Maryland
1512. Patrick ciampi Newport Beach, California
1513. Miguel Angel Nuno Cabo san lucas, Mexico
1514. RYAN VANDEVER san diego, California
1515. Shari Meth Hallandale Beach, Florida
1516. Evan Quamstrom san diego, California
324
1517. Nicolas Torregrosa Saint Augustine, Florida
1518. jeffrey Scarbrough newport beach, California
1519. connor sami laguna beach, California
1520. Bryan Mahon Virginia Beach, Virginia
1521. Nicolas Pelaez Boca Raton, Florida
1522. Tom Kaestner Cardiff By The Sea, California
1523. Thais Racy Sao Paulo, Brazil
1524. Dave Best Hollywood, Florida
1525. Samuel Salimian San Clemente, California
1526. Mike Morrison San Diego, California
1527. wes johnoon medford, New Jersey
1528. Jerad Spencer ketchikan, Alaska
1529. BRANDON HOLT Virginia Beach, Virginia
1530. Brian Yale Laguna Beach, California
1531. jered johnosn capo. beach, California
1532. Catherine Cleary Newport Beach, California
1533. Timmy Gamboa Wildomar, California
1534. Donna Floyd San Clemente, California
1535. JILL OLEARY NEWPORT BEACH, California
1536. Kaori Oda Oita, Japan
1537. Matthew O'Brien Laguna Beach, California
1538. Ryan Machoskie Newport Beach, California
1539. Scott Merrett Mullaloo, Washington
1540. Jan Borras , Spain
1541. morgan southwell Princeville, Hawaii
1542. Melynda Vidal, Australia
1543. Nathan Callies Pacific, Missouri
1544. Jeff Dettmann Acton, California
1545. Morgan Boekhout , Germany
1546. Matthieu Thibaud Laguna Beach, California
1547. jeff Gomez san cemente, California
1548. Kelly Dettmann Acton, California
1549. Christian Shaw Ithaca, New York
1550. Cary Itson Wilmington, California
1551. Derick Pryor Panama City, Florida
1552. Lorraine Sears Dana Point, California
1553. anthony cox destin, Florida
1554. Mason Pitz Laguna Beach, California
1555. Lysa Musial Agua Dulce, California
1556. darren kolachik newbury park, California
1557. robert anderson irvine, California
1558, Shane Scott Irvine, California
1559. Carlos Santos Coimbra, Portugal
1560. Jordan Puebla Costa Mesa, California
1561. Greg Balloqui Fort Myers, Florida
1562. larissa colvara rio de janeiro,
1563. FABIEN TERTRE TAHITI,
1564. Justin Frymann La Jolla, California
1565. cruz bokolas haleiwa, Hawaii
1566. Kevin Ahn Placentia, California
1566. Jake Vescovi Brick, New Jersey
325
1568. thomas scott whittier, California
1569. Teddy Yull sarasota, Florida
1570. chad stickney , United States
1571. Debi Parola Santa Cruz, California
1572. Scott Hyman Irvine, California
1574. Brett Turner Newport beach, California
1575. Ian Kenny Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina
1575. lindseyjensen newbury park, California
1576. marion Vernon Snow jr. Costa Mesa, California
1577. ian ramos Davao City,
1578. travis watkins claremont. California
1579. gabe michael Dana Point, California
1580. chad affonso Port of Spain,
1581. Kevin Janson Avon, Connecticut
1582. alejandro jaqueman st. augustinc, Florida
1583. Mark Saalbach Lebanon, Oregon
1584. Ryan Donahue Newport Beach, California
1585. Jim Wallace Corona del Mar, California
1586. Ryan Immel Dana Point, California
1587. Oscar Lowe Santa Ana, California
1588. Anthony Renna Rancho Santa Margarita, California
1589. Isaac Lalich Denver, Colorado
1590. John Klug newport beach, California
1591. PJ Musico ORange, California
1592. jorge Silva Lauro de Freitas, Brazil
1593. john choumas newport beach, California
1594. Aarron Wilson Tacoma, Washington
1595. Spencer Bridgers , Japan
1596. Connor Bray Newport Beach, California
1597. Vinicius Araujo Sao Sebastiao, Sao Paulo - Brasil,
1598. Raffy Krikorian San Diego, California
1599. Shamara Johnson Los Angeles, California
1600. jason scott Whistler, Canada
1601. Scott Silber Brea, California
1602. Fritz Howser Newport Beach, California
1603. RIley Hayes Newport Beach, California
1604. Raymond Yoo Los Angeles, California
1605. Bri an Hammer St. Augustine, Florida
1606. Alex Maddox Newport Beach, California
1607. Benjamin Kaska Huntington Beach, California
1608. luke christiano newport beach, California
1609. Casey Bushong Costa Mesa, California
1610. Steven Hartman Balboa Island, California
1611. Max Colvin newport beach, California
1612. Aaron Bartley La Selva Beach, California
1613. David Phillips Kapaa, Hawaii
1614. Walter Paley newport beach, California
1615. Scott Rimland Newport Beach, California
1616. Oliver Campoy, , Spain
1617. Jeffrey Snow Westlake Village, California
1618. Bob D'eliscu Newport Beach, California
326
1619. curtis kustic ontario, California
1620. Sean Hiller Fountain Valley, California
1621. Casey Kiernan jax, Florida
1622. Matt Colbom Corona del Mar, California
1623. Diana - Michelle Castro Whittier, California
1624. Alyssa Rivas Pasadena, California
1625. Christopher Bach Corona, California
1626. kylie Snyder Arcadia, California
1627. Imani Mitchell Los Angeles, California
1628. Griffin Van Amringe La Canada, California
1629. Joshua Kast Newport Beach, California
1630. Michael Booher long beach, California
1631. Austin Stewart Bakersfield, California
1632. Lora McManus Altadena, California
1633. Joseph Head Costa Mesa, California
1634. Matt Collins Joshua Tree, California
1635. Andreas Xagorarakis Costa Mesa, California
1636. Thomas Shenton Indialantic, Florida
1637. Brandon Lee Costa Mesa, California
1638. Alec Urtusuastegui Rowland Heights, California
1639. Kara Knauf Glendale, California
1640. Sheila Roohan Altadena, California
1641. Tyler Kindig Goldsboro, North Carolina
1642. Kathleen Floyd Pasadena, California
1643. Caesar Silva Torrance, California
1644. oscar rangel long beach, California
1645. Courtney Kelly Pasadena, California
1646. Daryl Prietto Santa Ana, California
1647. Blanton Unger Newport Beach, California
1648. Darcy De La O Huntington Beach, California
1649. Kayla Beland Altadena, California
1650. Nathaniel May Costa Mesa, California
1651. masaya omaki Himeji -city Hyogo, Japan
1652. Ed Hayden Lake como, New Jersey
1653. Joseph Lao Carson, California
1654. Ben Kotin Costa Mesa, California
1655. christian kent newport, California
1656. nick nolting parrish, Florida
1657. Nick Claytor Virginia Beach, Virginia
1658. Cathy Boren Union City, California
1659. Jory Pedersen Newark, California
1660. Lauren Baxter Pasadena, California
1661. Janel Davis Pleasanton, California
1662. Alex Eisele Arcadia, California
1663. Mason Rothman ontario, California
1664. scott gordon dagsboro, Delaware
1665. Marilyn Pacheco Seattle, Washington
1666. Emma Horne Altadena, California
1667. takahiro kimura , Japan
1668. Simon Townsend, Australia
1669. Hirotaka Ito , Australia
327
1670. natalie johnson Pasadena, California
1671. Shogo Ohara DIR *, Japan
1672. Benjamin Atkerson Tampa, Florida
1673. Marc Perlman santa ana, California
1674. suzanne sparks Laguna Woods, California
1675. James Prietto Prietto Carlsbad, California
1676. Michael Wurzel Clinton, Wisconsin
1677. Garrett DiNicola Thomdale, Pennsylvania
1678. Hiroshi Ikeda, Japan
1679. michael hudson Corolla, North Carolina
1680. Jason Zite Wildomar, California
1681. Jody Dodge Huntington Beach, California
1682. Alan Arnold Huntington Beach, California
1683. Angel Carrion Bueno , Spain
1684. Phil Craft Lanoka Harbor, New Jersey
1685. Connor park san Carlos, California
1686. shaiman lalich denver, Colorado
1687. Austin Ball Panama City Beach, Florida
1688. Sharon K Maybrier Balboa, California
1689. Will Tracy locust, New Jersey
1690. Grant Hesse Summerdale, Alabama
1691. anvesh gandikota atlantic highlands, New Jersey
1692. joseph costine atlantic highlands, New Jersey
1693. Travis Poe , United States
1694. LJ O'Leary Newport Beach, California
1695. Adam Hayward Laguna Niguel, California
1696. Lisa Levine Rockville, Maryland
1697. Aleah Culpepper chesapeake, Virginia
1698, jade delao Huntington Beach, California
1699. Rebecca Cardwell Oregon City, Oregon
1700. Andrew Determan Glendale, Arizona
1701. Jordan Juranek Sammamish, Washington
1702. Jordan Finbow Fair Lawn, New Jersey
1703. Todd Lohr Newport Beach, California
1704. Kentaro Higashiyama , Japan
1705. david sterman haleiwa, Hawaii
1706. Sean Twomey Cape Town, South Africa
1707. Michael Brosnihan Durban, South Africa
1708. James Dean Cape Town, South Africa
1709. abel garcia iii Ojai, California
1710. Lauren Clancy Middletown, New Jersey
1711. Carlos garcia miami, Florida
1712. jason parsons san Clemente, Georgia
1713. karson mclachlan san clemente, California
1714. Miles Grobman Los Angeles, California
1715. Chris Hemmer St Petersburg, Florida
1716. christopher weis el segundo, California
1717, Shane Peacock Neptune Beach, Florida
1718. John Gray Largo, Florida
1719. scan morgan North Palm Beach, Florida
1720. Michael koch Boynton Beach, Florida
328
1721. Johnnie rivera North Palm Beach, Florida
1722. Jason Paruta palm beach shores, Florida
1723. Bruce Morgan North Palm Beach, Florida
1724. Candace C Burlington, Vermont
1726. Tyler Hohenstein Alexandria, Virginia
1727. CHRISTOPHER SHERMAN Costa Mesa, California
1728. blair conklin laguna beach, California
1730. Chad Petkovich Larkspur, California
1730. Natalie Spritzer San Diego, California
1731. Mary Jo Ellis -Jones Huntington Beach, California
1732. Lance Adams San Clemente, California
1733. Ryosukc Takubo , Japan
1735. jason soap Cape Town, South Africa
1737. MORALES Tanguy, France
1738. regis frachon , France
1739. johnny vazquez satellite beach, Florida
1740. Kamran Kazemzadch Bethany Beach, Delaware
1741. Felix Lesouef, , France
1742. Jose Madrigal Rockville, Maryland
1743. Benichou Leo, France
1744. Matt Sobek Huntington Beach, California
1745. Dylan Shields Southern Shores, North Carolina
1746. Alex Leclercq naples, Florida
1747. Marie Duclo's Flintridge„ California
1748. Caquet Samuel, France
1749. Sergio Marques Junior Salvador, Brazil
1750. Michael Boureston Newport Beach, California
0
329
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Tony P <taphooya @yahoo.com>
Sent: Sunday, October 27, 2013 8:12 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: Blackball 40th - 44th Street
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
I writing to register my support to CONTINUE Permanent Blackball in the area between the 40th and 44th
street jetties.
I've been a resident of Newport Beach for 18 years, always living away from the beach, but always enjoying the
wonderful ocean amenity that is a short 10 -15 minute drive away. I have 3 sons, all of whom have enjoyed the
Newport Jr Guards program. They are ages 12 -17 now.
Our "go to" spot has been the 40 -44 Street area for the past 6+ years for express purpose of enjoying the surf
without threat of injury from a hardboard. We routinely bodysurf or bodyboard there year round. We would
have frequented this location long ago, but I just learned about the restricted area approximately 6 years ago.
Before I learned about 40 -44 Streets, I used to come to the beach in the morning with the kids, only to wait until
noon to bodyboard when blackball was posted. This is a fair and good restriction for a small part of our beach.
One could easily support additional restricted areas, as the 40 -44 Street area can become very congested. At the
very minimum, this special area should be maintained and not moved or removed.
Thank you,
Tony Premer
20 Molino
Newport Beach, CA
Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPad
330
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: bob cook <billionbunnys @gmail.com>
Sent: Sunday, October 27, 2013 9:17 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: Th BB at the Wedge
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
How come every where on the planet , soft safe finless Bodyboards ( aka , the Sponge) get along with Bodysurfers and Swimmers . But at the
Wedge bodysurfers consider them way to Dangerous ?? I really think the Danger lies in the Tons of force in the water with Waves as large as
45 feet , wanting to slam you into the sand , Flattening you like a pancake. And bodysurfers are worried about a Sponge ?? ( I do not think so
) .. No one wants to mix Hard Surf boards with the Minority group the bodysurfers, so bodysurfers do not try to hide behind that all the time .
No one is asking for that . But 3 other groups , Skimmers , Surfers , and Bodyboarders the MAJORITY Have to Surf together , and Do . Is that's
ok with the Bodysurfers ?? Do bodysurfers want the other 3 groups to Surf together with hard boards ? Or should , all the 4 groups have equal
time , 3 hours a day for each ?? That sounds fair and Super SAFE to me . That would end the 1277 hours of SUPER EXCLUSIVE bodysurfing
only time , the 7 hours every day 7 days a week 6 months of the year MONOPOLY bodysurfers have now . A three hours per day for each
group would be fair and Safe. No one is asking for that YET . But what the Majority is ASKING for is „ Bodysurfers Give Back What You Took
20 years ago . You had 4 hours a day, 7 days a week, 3 months a year of Exclusive use time . And remember at that time, bodysurfers were
riding WITH the bodyboards , like the rest of Newport Beach does still today,,, imagine that ! That sounds Fair to me !! The way the Beach was
set up and should stay to keep all happy. Bodysurfers surf before blackball , during Blackball and after Blackball ,because the Majority has NOT
banned them . But Bodysurfers have Banned the Majority 1277 hours per year. Every one does not want there wave shoulder hopped , but
Bodysurfers are shoulder Hopping all the waves of the Majority , for 1277 hours every year.
331
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
Dear Sirs and Madams,
Ozimec, Greg <greg @ozimec.com>
Saturday, October 26, 2013 11:46 AM
Blackball
Summer Surfing Areas in Newport Beach
Follow up
Completed
In 1995 Parks and Recreation approved a plan that would allow our children and adult surfers to enjoy board surfing
year round between 3 jetties, alternating with swimming jetties in the summer month afternoons. Surprisingly, the City
Council overruled PBR.
I am a 27 -year Newport Beach resident, and lifetime surfer with a 12 year old who loves to surf in the warm
AFTERNOONS near our house.
Many times she has had morning activities, like soccer or Jr. Lifeguards, then wanted to go surfing in the afternoon.
She takes her surfboard and other beach gear, only to find blackball flags from 17" Street all the way to the River Jetties.
This is outrageous when every other Orange County beach city has 100% surfing areas year- round.
1,000's of Newport Beach families would appreciate alternating surfing and swimming areas, to include all -day
summer surfing only between the jetties from 36`h Street to 40`h Street, from 44`h Street to 481h Street and from 52nd
Street to 56`h Street, an amount of shoreline accounting for approximately 8% of the City's ocean coast.
This would provide an added benefit to swimmers and lifeguards, since swimmers are regularly caught in rip tides and
swept out near jetties. Having experienced surfers near most jetties provides a first responder (with flotation) for
these otherwise doomed swimmers. i assisted another surfer in just such a rescue this past Wednesday, October 23'd,
at 4:30pm rescuing a solo teenage girl well offshore in a rip tide on the opposite side of the 56`h Street jetty from
where we were surfing -one of many similar rescues I have assisted in or witnessed over the years. The Lifeguard truck
arrived about 10 minutes later when the outcome was already thankfully a happy one.
Thank you,
Gregory Ozimec
315 Canal Street
Newport Beach, CA 92663
332
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Bill Sharp <bills @billabong.com>
Sent:
Friday, October 25, 2013 9:16 AM
To:
Blackball
Cc:
csj @seacrownventures.com; newportsurfshots @yahoo.com
Subject:
Additional input to Blackball Working Group following last Monday's meeting
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear Members of the Blackball Working Group,
I just wanted to check in in the aftermath of the Monday meeting seeking input on blackball regulations in the City of
Newport Beach. While it was crucial to kick off with a public forum, a lot of us who have been involved in this process for a
long time are very concerned that the squabbles over the Wedge among the bodysurfers, skimboarders, bodyboarders
and GoPro photographers (and the related media attention) has totally overshadowed the far bigger issues of blackball
over the remaining 98% of Newport's beaches. A substantial number of attendees I have talked with chose to not be
heard that night for risk of being lumped in with some of the more outlandish speakers who ranted before the panel.
As a result, we have reconstituted the Newport Surf Council from 1995 with the idea of sidestepping the Wedge debate
entirely and presenting a common front on the main issues facing the use of the surfing resources available and the
normal breaks from 17th Street to the Santa Ana River. Our hope is to have thoughtful, reasonable dialogue among the
surfing community, build a consensus and then work with the Blackball Working Group to consider what adjustments truly
make sense for the vast majority of the stakeholders. We are meeting next Tuesday to frame out a steering committee of
about 12 -15 key representatives from the surf community and lay out a realistic platform of potential areas to work on.
I want to make sure that the Blackball Working Group is aware of these ongoing concerns of the surfing community and to
make it clear that the Newport Surf Council is designed to work in a quality partnership with the City in the same way we
worked with the Parks, Beaches & Recreation Council and Staff in 1995. Most of the individuals working on this effort are
the same ones who have been involved in the blackball discussion going back twenty to forty years, so there is a level of
experience and maturity and an anchoring to the community that I feel will bring a higher level of quality to the discussion
than may have been expressed at the Monday forum. The Newport Surf Council will not take any position on the Wedge
at this time as that is a situation which may never be resolved to anyone's satisfaction and it is a distraction to the larger
issues.
Please let me know the best way to work to set up a way to liaise with the Blackball Working Group going forward. I can
present an overview of the group's background and the platform once it is determined, either by group email or at an
informal roundtable if desired, as early as the end of next week. Any guidance you can provide as far as timing and
format will be appreciated.
Again, thank you for your work on this project and we look forward to further discussion in the near future.
Bill Sharp
Chairman
Newport Surf Council
334
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
David Waters <h2ofoto @aol.com>
Sent:
Thursday, October 24, 2013 5:58 PM
To:
Blackball @newportbeachca.gov.
Subject:
End the blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Newport Beach Blackball Committee,
It is time to end the blackball of boards in Newport Beach. It is apparent that a certain group of people who wish to
use Newport beaches as there private playground, using the umbrella of 'safety'.
There is truly no safety issue with boards. I have witnessed many times I have been at the Wedge in Newport Beach the
blackball is put into place, and no body surfers in the water. Where is the safety issue if there are no body surfers in the
water? The Wedge is world class surfing spot, and should be open to boards year round. Also, the way the body surfers
like to revel in the blackball, makes one think it is less about safety and more about a power play, thanks, Dave
Dave Waters
310 - 367 -5412
335
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
sims @simsdirector.com
Sent:
Thursday, October 24, 2013 3:24 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Wedge Blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
I am a resident of Newport Shores in Newport Beach.
I am taking the position of supporting the current Blackball regulation (10 - 5, May - Oct) at Wedge.
For the following reasons:
-- Provides fair use and fair separation of time for all wave riders.
-- Protects the historically significant sport of bodysurfing at the Wedge.
-- Insures safety in the water (protects bodysurfers from being hit by boards).
-- Reduces conflict between all parties in and out of the water.
-- Reduces traffic, parking issues and safety issues on the Balboa Peninsula and Peninsula Point.
-- Provides lifeguards the codified ability to enforce (they don't need to use discretion, thus engage in arguments
with surfers).
Please respect my opinion as a resident of Newport Beach for the last 35 years.
Thank you.
LE
Christopher Sims
[c] 714.402.7467
s im sg simsdirector. com
336
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Robert Cook <photocolorlab @yahoo.com>
Sent: Thursday, October 24, 2013 3:14 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: Blackball policy
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
-- Twenty years ago there was a very fair Blackball policy in Newport Beach
and at the at the Wedge That Blackball Policy consisted of - 4 hours a day, 12 noon to 4 , 7 days a week for 3 Summer
months of Exclusive use by Two groups of riders , BodySurfers and Bodyboarders . Most beaches in Newport Beach still have that
basic fair plan . Then in 1993 Bodysurfers Banned all the safe soft finless Bodyboarders from the water. The bodysurfers also
Extended the 4 hours of the day use to 7 hours AND added an additional 3 months for BODYSURFERS ONLY . Bodysurfers justify it
by calling themselves The Wedge Preservation Society. The Body Surfers can go in the water at ANYTIME Before Blackball and
During the 1277 hours of Super Exclusive Blackball time and also After Blackball with out any bans. Bodysurfers are clearly the tiny
Minority today and the Huge Growing Majority today of riders all prefer Safer more fun to ride bodyboards. We just want to end the
Monopoly and get the Fair old Blackball policy returned. Safety wise bodysurfers get Hurt Much more than bodyboarders. In the last 5
years I have seen 2 deaths and at least 2 broken necks, from the bodysurfers riding at the Wedge .
337
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Billy <saxonblood @gmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, October 24, 2013 12:59 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: Next Meeeting
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Flagged
Hello, I'm am long time resident surfer of Newport. I just heard about this matter. Has there been a lift of this ridiculous
and unfair black ball? I live on 42nd street. I would like to be involved if this is still ongoing.
Thank you
IM
Sent from my Whone
338
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
jskinnermd @aol.com
Sent:
Wednesday, October 23, 2013 5:05 PM
To:
Blackball
Cc: Daigle, Leslie; Hill, Rush; gardnerncy @aol.com; mhenn527 @hotmail.com; Selich, Edward;
Curry, Keith; Petros, Tony
Subject: Support for keeping the blackball intact between 40th to 44th Streets
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
To the Committee
My husband and I attended the meeting on Monday evening, October 21, and it became obvious that most of the people
there were concerned about the blackball rules at the Wedge. However, we were there to let you know that we think the
blackball system is working well between the 40th and 44th Street groins and we strongly urge your support for
maintaining the present system in that area.
We swim in the ocean virtually every day in the summer and beyond (until the water gets too cold!) and we appreciate
being able to do so safely, without hard boards. We remember the days before any blackball in that area back when our
children were small and played along the shore's edge. There was always worry that someone's board would get away
from him or her and come to shore, putting the kids at risk but, thanks to the blackball system, we didn't have to worry
when watching our grandchildren play in the ocean. Now we are all swimming in deeper water and we are still very
grateful for the protection afforded us by the blackball. Fortunately, the hard boards have lots of nearby ocean -- on either
side of the 40th to 44th groins -- so they are able to enjoy the ocean too.
Please see the fairness of giving boogie boarders, body surfers and just plain swimmers at least that one area between
40th and 44th Street free from hard boards and keep the current blackball policy in place in that location.
Thank you very much
Nancy (and Jack) Skinner
1724 Highland Drive
Newport Beach, CA
(949) 646 -8635
339
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Benjamin Kaska <benkaska @gmaitcom>
Sent: Wednesday, October 23, 2013 11:53 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: Newly Formed Blackball Working Group
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
My name is Ben. I arrived in Orange County in 2004 when I began attending UCI. I am from Santa Barbara
and grew up surfing there. The blackball was a new concept to me as our beaches in SB are largely unregulated
with respect to surf -craft discrimination.
I was disappointed when I learned the blackball restrictions were so tightly regulated. My wife and I have
recently purchased a home in South West Huntington Beach and I regularly surf on Tu/Th before work, and as
much as I can during the weekends (usually at the jetties).
I would like to know what I can do to help further your cause.
Thank you for your work towards a more fair and just surfing environment.
10 III
Benjamin Kaska
Physician Assistant - Certified
805- 455 -5646 (Cell)
benkaska(agm ail. corn
340
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Jeff Stevens <jstevens767 @gmail.com>
Sent:
Wednesday, October 23, 2013 5:40 AM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Fwd: Blackball email input in lieu of meeting (cannot attend)
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
I have made some minor corrections to my original email. If at all possible, please use the following as public
input in lieu of my original.
Thank you,
Jeff
I am sorry I cannot attend the meeting Monday Octover 21 regarding Blackball but as a surfer, bodysurfer,
longtime and current resident of the city and ex -City of NB seasonal lifeguard would like to provide my opinion
on the subject.
By and large the City has done a good job in recent years with Blackball because:
1. The move to "discretionary" Blackball was brilliant. It broke the old mold of up at 12, down at 4 with no
regard for location or conditions. The old, rigid model just did not appropriately address the fine balance
between safety and recreation. Kudos to all involved on that one.
2. Blackball at the Wedge. This is important because it is a dangerous wave and if you were to allow all
forms of surfing there, you inherently increase the number of people. When you increase the number of
people you also increase the likelyhood of collisions (and unfortunately, fights) and broader range of
skill. Broader range of skill is an issue because you don't want people out there that are bound to hurt
themselves. By limiting the hours of all forms of surfing to before 10 and after 5 you allow all forms but
limit probability of serious injuries. I have watched the lifeguards perform the tricky task of respectfully
preventing those without fins from entering the water there during the 10 -5 Blackball period which
further prevents the likelyhood of preventable rescues and possible serious injury. In addition to safety,
there is the issue of culture. The Wedge has always been known as being one of the world's most famous
bodysurfing spots so every effort should be made to protect such a unique cultural asset.
Going forward a few things to consider:
Blackballing 40 -44th St. May through October should probably be revisited. There should definitely be a place
for bodysurfers besides the Wedge during the warm water months (May -Oct) and a place for boogie boarders.
Having an area dedicated to non -hard boards without fins is essential for recreation and safety but I am not sure
this is the best place. That said, and considering there is a dedicated location where you can "recreate" without
having to worry about being hit by a hard surfboard or sliced by its fins, what is missing is a location dedicated
to board surfing. I understand there is the River Jetty but that is County and there are certain water quality
issues there. Surfers should not be pushed, in essence, out of the City to a polluted location. How to address the
current 40 -44th "soft rec" dedication and lack of a "hard rec "dedicated location I think is your most challenging
task and I can't say I have a definitive answer but feel obligated to at least propose a solution as follows:
Make 52 -56th a dedicated surfing spot. there is a long history of performance/high level surfing and
contests there and then the surfers will always have a place to go when conditions render blackball
everywhere else.
341
2. Move the "soft rec" (bodysurf and boogie board) to 48 -52nd. This way a family can go to the beach and
do both in the same relative zone. It pushes the soft rec zone to the middle of the best stretch of surf (40-
56) as opposed to one end where it gets the best surf on a southwest swell.
I loof forward to participating in future meetings on the subject. The coast is one of our greatest assets so we
must manage it in an optimal fashion. A great job has been done in recent years but I think we have to provide
for ALL types of rec in an equitable fashion in terms of location while minimizing the chance for accident or
injury.
Respectfully,
Jeff Stevens
2307 E. 16th St.
Newport Beach
949.375.3164
---- - - - - -- Forwarded message ---- - - - - --
From: Jeff Stevens <istevens7670gmail.com>
Date: Sat, Oct 19, 2013 at 5:55 AM
Subject: Blackball email input in lieu of meeting (cannot attend)
To: blackball(anewportbeachca.gov
Dearest City of Newport Beach,
RE: Blackball
I am sorry I cannot attend the meeting Monday Octover 21 regarding Blackball but as a surfer, bodysurfer,
longtime and current resident of the city and ex -City of NB seasonal lifeguard would like to provide my opinion
on the subject.
By and large the City has done a good job in recent years with Blackball because:
The move to "discretionary" Blackball was brilliant. It broke the old mold of up at 12, down at 4 with no
regard for location or conditions. The old, rigid model just did not appropriately address the fine balance
between safety and recreation. Kudos to all involved on that one.
Blackball at the Wedge. This is important because it is a dangerous wave and if you were to allow all
forms of surfing there, you inherently increase the number of people. When you increase the number of
people you also increase the likelyhood of collisions (and unfortunately, fights) and broader range of
skill. Broader range of skill is an issue because you don't want people out there that are bound to hurt
themselves. By limiting the hours of all forms of surfing to before 10 and after 4 you allow all forms but
limit probability of serious injuries. I have watched the lifeguards perform the tricky task of respectfully
preventing those without fins from entering the water there during the 10 -4 Blackball period which
further prevents the likelyhood of preventable rescues and possible serious injury. In addition to safety,
there is the issue of culture. The Wedge has always been known as being one of the world's most famous
bodysurfing spots so every effort should be made to protect such a unique cultural asset.
Going forward a few things to consider:
Blackballing 40 -44th St. May through October should probably be revisited. There should definitely be a place
for bodysurfers besides the Wedge during the warm water months (May -Oct) AND a place for boogie boarders.
Having an area dedicated to non -hard boards with fins is essential for recreation and safety but I am not sure
342
this is the best place. That said, and considering there is a dedicated location where you can "recreate" without
having to worry about being hit by a hard surfboard or sliced by its fins, what is missing is a location dedicated
to board surfing. I understand there is the River Jetty but that is County and there are certain water quality
issues there. Surfers should not be pushed, in essence, out of the City to a polluted location. How to address the
current 40 -44th "soft rec" dedication and lack of a "hard rec "dedicated location I think is your most challenging
task and I can't say I have a definitive answer but feel obligated to at least propose a solution as follows:
1. Make 52 -56th a dedicated surfing spot. there is a long history of performance/high level surfing and
contests there and then the surfers will always have a place to go when conditions render blackball
everywhere else.
2. Move the "soft rec" (bodysurf and boogie board) to 48 -52nd. This way a family can go to the beach and
do both in the same relative zone. It pushes the soft rec zone to the middle of the best stretch of surf (40-
56) as opposed to one end which gives it the best surf on a southwest swell.
I loof forward to participating in future meetings on the subject. The coast is one of our greatest assets so we
must manage it in an optimal fashion. A great job has been done in recent years but I think we have to provide
for ALL types of rec in an equitable fashion in terms of location while minimizing the chance for accident or
injury.
Respectfully,
Jeff Stevens
2307 E. 16th St.
Newport Beach
949.375.3164
343
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
Committee members,
surfotog <surfotog @gmail.com>
Tuesday, October 22, 2013 10:42 PM
Blackball
Thanks for the meeting
Follow up
Completed
Thanks for the meeting last night. I believe if minutes exist from the 90's preliminary meetings and also 80 "s
you'll find that I was in attendance as well as Jim Miller who spoke last night. As I recall there were probably
only 3 or 4 more people at those preliminary meetings than the 8 or so of you who were at the head table last
night. Thank you media for that.
As I thought, there was much, much talk, about what the surfers want in respect to the Blackball Regulations.
Their expression was one of "we want more time at The Wedge" and we want 40th -44th open to hardboards. As
you may recall there were members of the community who thanked you for the 40th -44th St Blackball. There
were 2 hard boarders who suggested that when the surf is good it is not good for swimmers, and you should
give them 28th -32nd, if I remember right. They did not mention at all that 40th -44th is commonly known as
"Boogieland ",not, "swimmer land ".
I agree with the vocal majority regarding the onus you have taken on to address The Wedge issue. I will respect
any decision you make regarding The Wedge issue. However, comparison was made between The Wedge and
Pipeline and Teahupoo. There is no comparison. Any big swell ride at The Wedge does not compare in time and
distance to the waves of Pipeline nor Teahupoo. I would agree with a shortening of "the season ", say, Memorial
Day to Labor Day. But as mentioned before, what will the hardboarders give up on their side?
I do not think the suggfestion of making 44th -48th a "bodysurfing zone" is realistic. There are not enough
bodysurfers that would use that area to merit that. I bodysurf the 42nd -44th area often during the summer and
do not have a problem. PLEASE DO NOT CHANGE the 40th -44th current status. You know that it is a heavily
used bodyboarding, and some bodysurfing area and the implication was made by 2 speakers that the waves were
going to waste there. You, at least the lifeguard members of the panel, know that is far from the truth.
"Equity" was a word used by the hard boarders quite a few times last night and one that is seen in the media
coverage stories. Equity is fairness. There is no fairness when you take something away from one group
without offering them something in exchange. The hardboarders want more access to a world renown surfing
spot, but they do not want to give anything up.
In my previous letter I told you that this is exactly what would happen. I believe I actually mentioned that they
would offer a trade of 28th -32nd in exchange for opening 40th -44th. And that is exactly what they did. That is
not an equitable exchange. They want to trade an area that does not get the good waves during the summer for
an area that is prime. I said that I did not think this was fair in any sense. I said if they want a trade they need to
trade "prime real estate for prime real estate. PLEASE KEEP THE CURRENT BLACKBALL
REGULATIONS IN THE 40TH -44TH ST AREA.
I was impressed with the current/ex lifeguard (I believe) who offered a solution.
344
Combining the ocean condition flag system with The Blackball flag made very good sense. Opening additional
area to hardboards during red flag conditions seems an option. But not for the entire "Groin Field ". The panel
knows the area of contention is the middle to upper "Groin Field" or 40th -56th. I would suggest that an
"EQUITABLE" solution would be to open 48th and north during those red flag times. But what do the rest of
the beach using population receive for this concession?
I would also like to mention, in regards to the gentleman making the comment regarding hardboarders helping
swimmers in distress. I have seen bodyboarders, bodysurfers, and many watermen help swimmers in distress.
Hardboarders do not have a monopoly on that issue. I and many other people have been in the water at the end
of those groins waiting for waves and watched inexperienced swimmers get caught in the side current and catch
the "freight train express"
that propels them out to sea when they come in the area of the groins. You calm them down, take them out past
the rip, and stay with them until the boat shows up or the guard shows up.
Please, if you are going to decide to give the hardboarders more time and/ or area to access, you consider
giving the rest of us something EQUITABLE in exchange.
Thank you again for the time and effort you are contributing to this issue.
William Madigan
I am no longer using wedgc92627gaol.com as my email. New email address is
surfotogAgmail.com
345
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Andrew Determan <mail @changemail.org>
Sent: Tuesday, October 22, 2013 6:34 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: 100 new signers: Scott Silber, Fritz Howser...
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Another 100 people added their names to Aaron Peluso's petition "Newport Beach City Council: End Blackball
at the Wedge" -- momentum is growing.
There are now 1699 signatures on this petition. Read reasons why people are signing, and respond to Aaron
Peluso by clicking here:
http: / /www. change.org_/petitions/newport- beach -city- council- end - blackball- at -the-
wedge /responses /new? reasons e= I4052667e298
Dear Blackball Working Group,
The Wedge is one of the most premiere skimboarding, bodyboarding and surfing waves in the world. Yet for
decades board riders of all types have been prohibited from enjoying this public resource during the majority
of the south swell season. The City of Newport Beach needs to re- evaluate its policy found in resolution 95-
116 and all revisions thereto, to establish rules that can best serve communities which deserve access to this
public space. Further, the city should explicitly address and reverse its discriminatory practice of granting
exclusive use of this public space to a preferred group of wave riding athletes (bodysurfers). Please end
blackball at The Wedge and allow all wave riding athletes equal access to this world class location.
Sincerely,
1601. Scott Silber Brea, California
1602. Fritz Howser Newport Beach, California
1603. RIley Hayes Newport Beach, California
1604. Raymond Yoo Los Angeles, California
1605. Brian Hammer St. Augustine, Florida
1606. Alex Maddox Newport Beach, California
1607. Benjamin Kaska Huntington Beach, California
1608. luke christiano newport beach, California
1609. Casey Bushong Costa Mesa, California
1610. Steven Hartman Balboa Island, California
1611. Max Colvin newport beach, California
1612. Aaron Bartley La Selva Beach, California
1613. David Phillips Kapaa, Hawaii
1614. Walter Paley newport beach, California
1615. Scott Rimland Newport Beach, California
1616. Oliver Campoy, , Spain
1617. Jeffrey Snow Westlake Village, California
1618. Bob D'eliscu Newport Beach, California
1619. curtis kustic ontario, California
346
1620. Sean Hiller Fountain Valley, California
1621. Casey Kiernan jax, Florida
1622. Matt Colbom Corona del Mar, California
1623. Diana - Michelle Castro Whittier, California
1624. Alyssa Rivas Pasadena, California
1625. Christopher Bach Corona, California
1626. kylie Snyder Arcadia, California
1627. Imani Mitchell Los Angeles, California
1628. Griffin Van Amringe La Canada, California
1629. Joshua Kast Newport Beach, California
1630. Michael Booher long beach, California
1631. Austin Stewart Bakersfield, California
1632. Lora McManus Altadena, California
1633. Joseph Head Costa Mesa, California
1634. Matt Collins Joshua Tree, California
1635. Andreas Xagorarakis Costa Mesa, California
1636. Thomas Shenton Indialantic, Florida
1637. Brandon Lee Costa Mesa, California
1638. Alec Urtusuastegui Rowland Heights, California
1639. Kara Knauf Glendale, California
1640. Sheila Roohan Altadena, California
1641. Tyler Kindig Goldsboro, North Carolina
1642. Kathleen Floyd Pasadena, California
1643, Caesar Silva Torrance, California
1644. oscar rangel long beach, California
1645. Courtney Kelly Pasadena, California
1646. Daryl Prietto Santa Ana, California
1647. Blanton Unger Newport Beach, California
1648. Darcy De La O Huntington Beach, California
1649. Kayla Beland Altadena, California
1650. Nathaniel May Costa Mesa, California
1651. masaya omaki Himeji -city Hyogo, Japan
1652. Ed Hayden Lake Como, New Jersey
1653. Joseph Lao Carson, California
1654. Ben Kotin Costa Mesa, California
1655. christian kent newport, California
1656. nick nolting Parrish, Florida
1657. Nick Claytor Virginia Beach, Virginia
1658. Cathy Boren Union City, California
1659. Jory Pedersen Newark, California
1660. Lauren Baxter Pasadena, California
1661. Janel Davis Pleasanton, California
1662. Alex Eisele Arcadia, California
1663. Mason Rothman ontario, California
1664. Scott gordon dagsboro, Delaware
1665. Marilyn Pacheco Seattle, Washington
1666. Emma Horne Altadena, California
1667. takahiro kimura , Japan
1668. Simon Townsend, Australia
1669. Hirotaka Ito , Australia
1670. nataliejohnson Pasadena, California
347
1671. Shogo Ohara CAM , Japan
1672. Benjamin Atkerson Tampa, Florida
1673. Marc Perlman santa ana, California
1674. suzanne sparks Laguna Woods, California
1675. James Prietto Prietto Carlsbad, California
1676. Michael Wurzel Clinton, Wisconsin
1677. Garrett DiNicola Thorndale, Pennsylvania
1678. Hiroshi Ikeda, Japan
1679. michael hudson Corolla, North Carolina
1680. Jason Zite Wildomar, California
1681. Jody Dodge Huntington Beach, California
1682. Alan Arnold Huntington Beach, California
1683. Angel Carri6n Bueno , Spain
1684. Phil Craft Lanoka Harbor, New Jersey
1685. Connor park san Carlos, California
1686. shaiman lalich denver, Colorado
1687. Austin Ball Panama City Beach, Florida
1688. Sharon K Maybrier Balboa, California
1689. Will Tracy locust, New Jersey
1690. Grant Hesse Summerdale, Alabama
1691. anvesh gandikota atlantic highlands, New Jersey
1692. joseph costine atlantic highlands, New Jersey
1693. Travis Poe, United States
1694. LJ O'Leary Newport Beach, California
1695. Adam Hayward Laguna Niguel, California
1696. Lisa Levine Rockville, Maryland
1697. Aleah Culpepper Chesapeake, Virginia
1698. jade delao Huntington Beach, California
1699. Rebecca Cardwell Oregon City, Oregon
1700. Andrew Determan Glendale, Arizona
348
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
Dear Blackball Committee,
Paulo Prietto <paulo.prietto @gmail.com>
Tuesday, October 22, 2013 5:25 PM
Blackball
Reduce Wedge Blackball
Follow up
Completed
RE: Reduction of the Wedge Blackball Policy
Thank you very much for spending a couple hours of your time last night to listen to our heartfelt concerns regarding the
current Blackball policy at the Wedge. I feel fortunate that you allowed an open forum to share our thoughts on this matter.
Many of us thought that the current policy would never be changed because of political ties with the Wedge Preservation
Society, however last night was living proof that a democratic form of government that our founding fathers established for
all of us is the best form of government.
I have been skimboarding for 23 years and reside in Laguna Beach. 1 work in Corona del Mar and Newport Beach. I have
two businesses; one of which is a skimboarding school that teaches lessons & camps to kids through Newport Beach's
Rec. Department. I have been skimboarding the Wedge for 15 years, Many skimboarders look to me as an ambassador
of the sport. I represent many skimboarders with these statements,
I'm glad I attended the meeting last night. It allowed me to hear the opinions of the bodysurfers and how they felt the
current policy is fair and safe. I believe that blackball serves a purpose for safety, however the current policy is unfair to
board sport enthusiasts. (I will group surfers, skimboarders, bodyboarders, and all flotation device users into the category
of "board sport enthusiasts ").
The current blackball policy throughout Newport permits both bodysurfers and body boarders during blackball hours in
designated areas without hard board riders, like surfers & skimboarders, except for the Wedge. I think this exclusive
arrangement and special treatment toward bodysurfers is unfair. If bodysurfers are allowed in the water at Wedge, then
body boarders should be allowed in the water too. Unlike surfboards and skimboards, bodyboards are soft, not dangerous
to others, and can aid in rescues. The exclusive use of the Wedge to a small group of bodysurfers impacts the non -
blackball times because the number of board sport enthusiasts, which significantly outnumber bodysurfers, are crammed
into the non - blackball hours. The amount of congestion during those times especially in the peak hours of the summer
present more danger to others.
A few bodysurfers mentioned that the current blackball policy is fair. According to NPR's recent interview with bodvsurfer
Tim Burnham, he states " the regulations divide time fairly, so each type of surfer gets a chance to ride the
waves, because the amount of hours given is equal." In one short week, a petition with over 1,600 signatures in
support of removing the blackball policy at the Wedge has circulated. This is a good representation of how many more
people are board sport enthusiasts than are bodysurfers. The proportion of bodysurfers to board sport enthusiasts in
relation to the hours of time in the water at Wedge is not equal. If bodysurfers are granted special treatment, then each
group of wave riders should have an allotted time to ride the Wedge by themselves, however the current policy is lopsided
in favor of the small special interest group of bodysurfers.
Additionally, the number of daylight hours is not equitable. In the middle of summer, this MAY be true, however the
months of October, September, and even days in August and May favor the bodysurfers because the sun rises later and
sets earlier. The current policy appears to favor the bodysurfers because their time in the water is never affected.
Furthermore, bodysurfers are also allowed at Wedge during non - blackball hours which begs the argument, when do board
sports enthusiasts get their turn?
Solutions:
349
I am aware that your task at hand is not easy. I would like to be part of the solution and provide a few ideas that will keep
the Wedge safe to others while allowing an equal access to this beloved natural resource.
1. Allow body boarders to ride the Wedge during non - summer season blackball hours. Their boards are not
dangerous to others. This will reduce the congestion during the non - blackball times
2. Reduce the current blackball times to an equitable and more proportionate schedule where:
June, July, August - reduce blackball from noon to 4 - keep exclusive use for bodysurfers ONLY during
those times for those 3 months
May, September, October - reduce blackball to noon to 3 (reflecting shorter daylight hours and lighter
crowds) ALLOW bodyboarders AND bodysurfers (shared) exclusive use 3 hours per day for 3
months.
Rest of year - no restrictions except for possible 'red flag' conditions
3. Grant more discretion to the lifeguards in determining whether the conditions of crowd, wave size, & safety
present a longer or shorter blackball period during the day. From what I heard at the meeting, it sounds like the
lifeguards have been doing a great job in other areas of Newport when given the authority to open up or blackball a
beach on any given day.
I am happy to discuss these points and any others with you. Please keep these points in
consideration when coming to a fair resolution.
Thank you,
Paulo Prietto
ogpr's Realty Group
2737 E. Coast Highway, Suite D
Corona del Mar. CA 92625
M 949.375.6778 1 T 949.791.6126 1 F 949.675.7673
pprietto@homgroup.com
therog e rs realtva rou p.co m
DRE No. 01678796
350
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
dedmonds @socal.rr.com
Sent:
Tuesday, October 22, 2013 4:38 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Fw: Blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
I don't think this went through the first time Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry
- - - -- Original Message---- -
From: dedmonds @socal.rr.com
Date: Tue, 22 Oct 2013 23:32:44
Reply -To: dedmonds @socal.rr.com
Subject: Fw: Blackball
10/22/13
Dear Blackball Working Group,
Thank you for allowing the public to make comments at last night's meeting. I was pleased that everyone was respectful
and civil while stating their views. As I stated when I spoke, I do represent several thousand people who feel the current
Wedge 'special use area' policies are unfair and need to be made more equitable. I will be sending you several long -
thought out proposals later today. In the meantime, I wanted to share some of my top observations from last night. It is
a shame that neither I nor anyone else pointed out the obvious omissions /inaccuracies in the discussions. Attached is a
letter I sent to Laylan Connelly at The Register this morning.
Regards,
Diane Edmonds
714/345 -1528
Dedmonds@socal.rr.com
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry
- - - -- Original Message---- -
From: dedmonds @socal.rr.com
Date: Tue, 22 Oct 2013 14:16:58
To: Laylan Connelly<lconnelly @ocregister.com>
Reply -To: dedmonds @socal.rr.com
Subject: Blackball
10/22/13
Hey Laylan,
Glad to see you last night and you've done a great job of keeping the spotlight on this issue. I hope you haven't
submitted your story yet as I suddenly realized that a HUGE point was completely missed by everyone last night. The
bodysurfers are 'allowed' to catch waves at the wedge 24/7, 365 days a year with absolutely NO restrictions whatsoever.
On the other hand, ALL of the 'board riders' (bodyboarders, surfers and skimboarders) are PREVENTED from catching
waves on their boards for 182 days a year, 7 hours a day!! THIS is where the inequity lies. All the wacky math that the
bodysurfers were throwing out was just that - wacky math. When they complained that they 'get the worst conditions of
the day', that is absurd because there is nothing stopping them from catching waves during ANY time of day they
choose. I hope you can somehow point out this CRITICAL fact in your article. The hours they say are the 'worst
351
conditions' are merely the hours they have it for their own EXCLUSIVE use, but they can choose to catch waves there all
day long.
The 2nd most important point that wasn't stated (it was on my list but I got cut off before being allowed to finish), is
that soft, foam, finless bodyboards should NOT be part of the blackball at all. Bodyboards are not lumped in with 'hard
boards' anywhere else in the world, including Newport. The ONLY reason bobyboards have been restricted at wedge is
because the bodysurfers just didn't 'want' them there - there are NO legitimate safety reasons to ban bodyboards at any
time. If bodyboards were exempted from blackball times, it would solve a large part of the water congestion, traffic,
parking issues, etc because they, the largest group of board riders, would now be spread out over the entire day. This
leaves am and pm hours (before +after blackball) essentially for the hard board riders (surfers + skimmers).
What really concerns me most is that back in 1995 the NB Council set up a committee to make recommendations re
blackball. When the committee suggested a 'compromise' pla n, the Council rejected their plan and kept the highly
preferential (to bodysurfers) policy in place. I certainly hope the NB Council does not intend to ignore public opinion
AND its own panel of 'experts' once again, by denying whatever changes they propose. We need to keep the spotlight
on this piece of history.
It was very disappointing that the surfers /bodyboarders had such a small turnout at the meeting. We have to keep
encouraging everyone to send in their opinions to the blackball email address.
Another very important point that was totally ignored at the meeting is that over 1600 people signed a petition on
Change.org asking to do away with blackball at the Wedge. Additionally, over 23 pages of comments were made by
petition signers! The petition was created by Aaron Peluso, owner of Exile Skimboards. He is getting married in Hawaii
right now, so was sadly unable to attend the meeting. The petition and comments WERE delivered electronically to the
Blackball Working Group and all NB City Council members. I think it was unfortunate that Rob Williams did not even
mention that significant voicing of strong opposition to current policies. Aaron's contact info is:
peluso@skimonline.com or cel 949 - 295 -3247 and I know he would gladly take a few minutes out of his vacation to speak
to you
I will be spending today with a friend who is a math whiz to create some venn diagrams that show the REAL math that
applies to the number of hours of access at Wedge for both bodysurfers and board riders! (For current policies vs
proposed plans) The math quoted last night by bodysurfers was full of errors. Stay tuned!
I hope you can somehow remind people about these very important points. You are welcome to quote me!
Thank you for covering this huge issue.
Diane Edmonds
Dedmonds@socal.rr.com
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry
352
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: ADAM J HAYWARD <ahayward03 @msn.com>
Sent: Tuesday, October 22, 2013 2:19 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: Opinion on current "Blackball" regulations at the Wedge
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Hello,
I am a professional cinematographer for the sport of Skim boarding, I was out of town during the open forum
on Monday night but would still like to weigh in on the subject as it affects me greatly.
Each Spring many athletes and myself spend a significant amount of time and money documenting
Skimboarding sessions at the Wedge both as our profession and for the progression of our sport. This goes on
peacefully and successfully for several months until the beginning of Blackball season, at which point our
athletes are ordered out of the water to sit and watch perfect waves go rolling through without being ridden.
It seems unconstitutional to block our access to the ocean when we have not been injuring ourselves or others
for the past few months, and that is NOT for lack of Bodysurfers being in the water. They are consistently
present and are not injured due to a mutual respect between all people trying to catch waves.
However, when Blackball is enforced it creates a much more stressful situation as Bodyboarders, Surfers and
Skimboarders are crammed into the water for the small windows of time before and after Blackball is
enforced, rather than being spread much more thinly throughout the days.
Most of our fathers used to Bodysurf the Wedge many years ago and we have great respect for the sport and
the location, however times have changed and it seems there are too many people who both enjoy this wave,
and rely on it financially, adversely affected by for some of the best months out of the year for the benefit of
only a handful of people for a handful of days. I hope the petition, which has already been signed by 1,695
supporters at the time of this writing, will help to show that.
Thank you for your time,
Adam Hayward
353
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Ryan Jones <ryan.jones.berg @gmail.com>
Sent:
Tuesday, October 22, 2013 12:32 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
issues
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
The Wedge is an amazing wave that is unique and one of a kind. Bodysurfers should not be the only ones allowed to
take advantage of this marvel of a wave. Skimboarders, Surfers, SUPers, Bodyboarders and Bodysurfers all have their
own large subcultures and should not be banned from such an amazing wave.
354
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Alan Buchanan <abuchanan @cembrus.com>
Sent:
Tuesday, October 22, 2013 11:12 AM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
FW: Blackball at the Wedge
Follow Up Flag:
Follow up
Flag Status:
Completed
Blackball Working Group,
I sent the attached letter to the City Council last week and did not include you at that
time. I did receive quite a few positive responses from the majority of Council
Members. Great meeting last night and good luck with the process. I'm sure you will
figure it out.
Regards,
Alan Buchanan
Alan Buchanan
Cembrus Realty
949.422.4063
13 Corporate Plaza, Suite 100
Newport Beach, CA 92660
www.cembrusrealty.com
DRE License No: 01372672
From: Alan Buchanan
Sent: Thursday, October 17, 2013 12:38 PM
To: Alan Buchanan; mhenn @newportbeachca.gov; tpetros @newportbeachca.gov; rhill @newportbeachca.gov;
lesliejdaigle @aol.com; edselich @roadrunner.com; ngardner @newportbeachca.gov; curryk @pfm.com
Subject: Blackball at the Wedge
Dear Newport Beach City Council members,
355
I'm writing to you in reference to the petition recently organized by Laguna based Aaron
Peluso to eliminate the existing Blackball regulations at the Wedge. First of all, I am not
part of the "Wedge Crew," but I have spent a considerable amount of time there since
my dad first took me down to watch the mayhem in the early'70's. I am a Newport
Beach native, avid life long Balboa Peninsula body surfer, board surfer and former City of
Newport Beach Lifeguard. I've spent my life in, on, under and around the beaches of
Newport. During the late '8o's - early 'go's I worked as a seasonal lifeguard, and for or a
number of seasons I worked primarily at the Wedge either on one of the towers ( "W" or
"P ") or driving /riding shotgun in a unit. I was awarded separate accommodations for
exceptional service from then State Senator Marian Bergeson and then Governor Pete
Wilson for one particular rescue at the Wedge during an exceptionally large south
swell. I've witnessed, first hand, all variations of crowd and swell conditions as a
spectator, participant and professional since the early'70's.
From my perspective the existing Blackball regulations are essential for maintaining the
safest possible scenario throughout the busy days of the peak south swell season. The
current regulations allow board riders the prime wave conditions before roam and after
5pm. Body surfers are then allowed to avoid collision and conflicts with board riders
from roam - 5pm. From a safety perspective, it's a no brainer! As you probably know,
the actual riding "arena" at the Wedge is a very small area - unlike West Newport or the
Jetty Field. If board riders are mixed with body surfers it would be an absolute
nightmare for those in charge of safety as well as those in the water trying to compete for
waves. I have no doubt that there would be a need for additional lifeguards and police
officers to properly monitor the area throughout the entire day.
With all due respect to the gentleman from Laguna, it would appear his efforts have less
to due with supporting "fair use" and more to due with promoting his skimboard
company and related team riders. Clearly, the more time they are in the water and in
front of the cameras and the crowds the more exposure his team /company can
get. Body surfers do not make money and they are not marketable. His efforts have
nothing to do with safety or "fair use."
Aside from the safety aspect, body surfing along the Balboa Peninsula, from 18th Street
to the Wedge is a sub - culture unique to Newport Beach - and it's history. There's really
nothing like it anywhere else in the world - and I've checked from Hawaii to Indonesia to
the South Pacific to Micronesia and to Europe! It's a right of passage for many kids from
this part of Orange County and beyond. It's part of our city's beach culture and the
Wedge is the absolute focal point. By removing Blackball regulations at the Wedge you
would be destroying a showplace for a huge part of this City's beach culture and history.
Sincerely,
356
Alan Buchanan
Newport Beach resident, Newport Harbor High grad, former Newport Beach Lifeguard.
357
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Robert Morris <rjmskim @aim.com>
Sent: Tuesday, October 22, 2013 11:12 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: Lift The Blackball From Wedge
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear Newport Beach Council,
My name is Robert Morris, and I am a skim boarder from Florida. I have spent at least 2 grand every summer for the past
4 years coming to newport beach just to skim this epic location. More often than not, i am encouraged to continue
traveling to this beach in California for the reliability that i will be able to do what i it is that i love so much to do, that i
am willing to stop everything and come spend my hard earned money and time for 7 days at this premier spot. With the
blackball lifted, i would inspire to come skim this beach more than once a year, and i would be likely to bring more
people who are willing to spend money in your community, just so that we can experience something that there is only
one of in our country, the wedge. Please appeal my request to lift the blackball, so that i can come back year after year
and bring my althetic- tourism into your community. Thank You,
Robert MOrris
358
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Robert Gregory <RGregory@ileads.com>
Sent:
Tuesday, October 22, 2013 11:02 AM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Blackball feedback
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
My name is Robert Gregory. To all participants, thank you for providing the forum for community feedback regarding
Blackball regulations. I am a homeowner in Corona del Mar and a life long resident of Newport Beach. I grew up enjoying
the ocean at Big Corona and have been surfing the Newport Beach Peninsula and west Newport for thirty -four years. I am
raising three children here, introducing them to the ocean and beaches we have on offer. My oldest has been participant
in the NB Junior Guard program for the last two seasons. Safety is a primary concern not only for my children but also for
those in the water around us. As a taxpayer and business person I am conscious of the various impacts changes may
require of our city departments and resources.
I spoke last night but did not address some of the key points which I feel may provide an opportunity for reasonable and
limited changes for the benefit of all. I believe the current Blackball rules can benefit from modest changes while having
limited impact on city resources.
The Wedge which received most attention last night should have one month on each end of the season repealed to
provide a four month window rather than a six month window of Blackball. Guard discretion is still the key to safety.
Permanent Blackball between 401" and 44" streets should be moved to the groin covering 36" to 40" This is a much
safer swim area especially during South swells. A few West Newport residents made a point of needing a safe swim area
through out the day for themselves and their grandchildren. I believe the permanent Blackball should only be posted
during the peak summer months. This section of beach provides a more consistent safe swim environment.
The sections from 401" street to the River Jetty should have surf / swim only designated areas though out the day. The line
in the sand separating the two can be directly in front of a guard tower to provide an easier opportunity for the guard on
duty to regulate.
Newport Beach has blossomed into a global destination for its beaches and therefore we need to provide a safe and
structured approach for all visitors enjoying the ocean. Many other highly visible beaches across the globe benefit the
masses by having a specific surf / swim area. Since the surfing population has grown so much over the last twenty years,
Newport Beach should offer greater access to the surf in the peak summer months to board surfers.
I am in the water or on the water at least five days a week from early spring to late fall whether it is surfing, paddle
boarding or body surfing. Like most residents, the demands on my time are great. It would be great to know that there is a
surf break in Newport aside from directly in front of the Santa Ana River outlet that I can squeeze in an hour of board
surfing in the middle of the afternoon. And If I prefer a place 1 can go to swim with out the intrusion of hard boards that is
available too.
Thank you all for your consideration in making beneficial changes to our current Blackball regulations.
Robert Gregory
Corona del Mar
alturanorthna gmail.com
949 - 697 -2911
359
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Todd Petersen <70311c @gmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, October 22, 2013 10:39 AN
To: Blackball
Subject: Blackball at Wedge
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
To whom it may concern,
Thank you for taking the time to read this email, I will attempt to keep it brief. For what it's worth my name
is Todd Petersen, I reside at 6308 W Oceanfront Newport Beach. I did attend Monday's meeting and planned to
speak but unfortunately my message is a little emotional and I didn't feel my speaking would benefit
anyone. My father is a member of the Wedge hall of fame and rode the wave for over 30 years. He died in may
from complications related to injuries he sustained at the Wedge one year earlier. The argument I intended to
make at the meeting revolved around the passion and draw a wave like the Wedge provides for bodysurfers. I
realized however that argument can essentially be made for everyone who loves to ride the Wedge,
bodyboarders, surfers, skimmers, etc. It is a wave unlike any other on our coast and those who ride it love it for
the same reason, it is a true proving ground. The true problem lies in a bodysurfers inability to compete with
boardriders. Surfers are looking for more access up and down Newport. They brought up 40th st and blackies
specifically. They also spoke about just how great the waves get in the west jettys get during the south swell
season. You won't hear a bodysurfer asking for more access because they simply can't compete with any
boardrider. If a blackball is no surfing for instance, like at 40th st, the bodysurfer is for all intents and purposes
"black balled" as well, because bodyboarders are at a distinct advantage. To be more clear, there is no where for
a bodysurfer to go other than the Wedge. Meanwhile a surfer can enjoy the early morning hours at the Wedge
and if they still want to surf more they can go ride the jetty's to the west; they are a suitable
alternative. Bodysurfers have no such suitable alternative.
The history of the Wedge is rich in bodysurfing, it is their mecca. The city of Newport houses a true gem of
our surf culture, and with that comes some responsibility. Unfortunately that responsibility may not be entirely
popular. In essence the bodysurfers are like an endangered species. They need some form of protection or they
will cease to exist. This may be an unfair burden on the board when deciding the Wedges fate, but it's true that
bodysurfers cannot coexist with other board riders. The history of the Wedge is the history of bodysurfing, I'd
hate to see the beginning of the end because board riders can't get up early and take advantage of the time they
are afforded at the Wedge (the best time of the day no less). Please consider leaving the blackball regulations
unchanged. Thank you very much for your time.
Sincerely,
Todd Petersen
360
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: David Haefele <haefeledavid @yahoo.com>
Sent: Tuesday, October 22, 2013 8:09 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: Elimanate or Reduce Blackball Hours at Wedge
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear Newport Beach City Council,
My name is David Haefele. I'm a professional skimboarder from the city of Orange, CA. I currently live
in Santa Cruz; however, I make the 7 hour drive down to Newport to ride the Wedge at least 6 times a year. I
do this because the Wedge is without a doubt the single best skimboarding wave in the world. It's not ONE of
the best: it is THE best. It's quite a special place, and it deserves to be open to all board riders at all times.
One of the primary issues, saftey, is understandably a huge issue at the Wedge. However, it should be
emphasized that the Wedge is a very advanced wave. This is obvious from first glance. While other spots in
Newport such as 56th st and the Newport pier are suitable for both experts and beginners, the Wedge is an
expert wave, and the regulations around it should treat it as such. Experts should be able to fend for
themselves and ride the wave with the big crowds and with extreme conditions. Body surfers don't deserve
special treatment just because they choose to ride the wave without a board, just as skimboarders don't
deserve special treatment because we start from the shore. The experts who ride the Wedge understand the
risks of big waves and large crowds, and they can all fend for themselves. The wave should be open to all
riders at all times.
Five years ago I wrote a creative essay for my freshman college English class about the debate over the
blackball at the Wedge. Below is an excerpt that touches directly on the issue at hand.
"About 4 years ago I caught the wedge on a rare, rare day with no one else in the water. The time was
about 9:30 am. Thirty minutes until blackball. The waves were mediocre, but empty. And I loved it.
361
"After 3 awesome rides and 35 minutes, the lifeguard arrived. He told me to leave. I looked around the
beach. There was no one there. There were four fishermen one half mile down the jetty. There was the
lifeguard, and and then there was me. "Really ?"
"'I know. I'd let you stay, but my boss is driving down here right now, and if he sees you, you're going
to get a ticket. "'
The real problem is that there is no common sense taken into account with blanket rules like the current
blackball. While I would prefer the blackball be abolished, at the very least a common sense compromise would
be a good start. When the board riders outnumber the body surfers, or better yet, when there are 15 board riders
and 0 body surfers, why is the blanket rule enforced? Why should such an awesome resource go to waste?
Overall, I think the members of the city council have a huge opportunity to open a great resource for all
expert riders to enjoy. I wish you luck with your debate, and I'm hoping for a great change that frees the
Wedge.
Sincerely,
David Haefele
714 - 244 -0020
haefeledavid @yahoo. com
362
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Bob Cook <wedgewaves @yahoo.com>
Sent: Tuesday, October 22, 2013 7:57 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: The Black Ball at the Wedge The meeting
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
I suddenly realized that a HUGE point was completely missed by everyone last night. The bodysurfers are 'allowed' to
catch waves at the wedge 24/7, 365 days a year with absolutely NO restrictions whatsoever. On the other hand, ALL of the
'board riders' (bodyboarders, surfers and skimboarders) are PREVENTED from catching waves on their boards for 182 days
a year, 7 hours a day!! THIS is where the inequity lies. All the wacky math that the bodysurfers were throwing out was just
that - wacky math. When they complained that they 'get the worst conditions of the day', that is absurd because there is
nothing stopping them from catching waves during ANY time of day they choose.. Thank you for reading . Bob
363
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Williams, Rob
Sent: Tuesday, October 22, 2013 7:36 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: FW: End Wedge Blackball
Attachments: Aaron Peluso Letter On Wedge Blackball.pdf; 93- 33Resolution.pdf;
95- 116Resolution.pdf; CA- 30210.pdf; California Coastal Act, Section 30001.S.pdf; CCC-
CaliforniaCoastalCommission .pdf; CGCS- CaliforniaGovernmentCodeSection .pdf; LCP -
LocalCoastalProgram.pdf; Public Resources Code Section 30220- 30224.pdf; Wedge
Petition As Of 10 19 2013.pdf; Wedge Petition With Comments as of 10 19 2013.pdf
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
From: Detweiler, Laura
Sent: Monday, October 21, 2013 8:27 AM
Cc: Williams, Rob
Subject: FW: End Wedge Blackball
Commissioners, please be advised of the attached email .
LAURA DETWEILER, MA Director
Recreation & Senior Services Department
City of Newport Beach
City Hall - 100 Civic Center Drive, Bay E, Newport Beach CA 92660
p: 949 - 644 -3157 1 f: 949- 644 -3155 ; e: Idetweiler @newportbeachca.gov
visit us: www.newoortbeachca.eov /recreation
�i7t 5
rt
Be
From: aaronpeluso96Cabgmail.com [mai Ito: aaronpeluso96Ca cimail.com] On Behalf Of Aaron Peluso
Sent: Sunday, October 20, 2013 12:53 AM
To: Blackball
Cc: PB &R Commission
Subject: End Wedge Blackball
Hello,
I am writing as instructed to provide my comments regarding blackball policies at The Wedge.
Please find the attached letter ( "Aaron Peluso Letter On Wedge Blackball.pdf') as well as supporting legal
documentation.
364
I have also included a copy of a petition in support of ending blackball at The Wedge outright, which has been
signed more than 1500 times in 5 days.
Unfortunately I will not be able to attend the Oct 21 st meeting in person as I will be travelling out of
state. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at this address.
Thank you,
Aaron Peluso
365
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Williams, Rob
Sent:
Tuesday, October 22, 2013 7:34 AM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
FW: Wedge Black Ball
Attachments:
Wedge Blackballl.zip
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
From: Kiff, Dave
Sent: Monday, October 21, 2013 1:45 PM
To: Williams, Rob
Subject: FW: Wedge Black Ball
For the record for this evening.
From: jeff Dale [mailtoJeffsdole @ gmail.com]
Sent: Sunday, October 20, 2013 1:57 PM
To: Kiff, Dave
Cc: Lesley Miller
Subject: Wedge Black Ball
The Black Ball issue at the Wedge is heating up. This pretend "Wedge Conservation Society" is being exposed
for what it is. I am aware of how the current Black Ball was achieved. I think Council should take a long hard
unbiased look at how unfair the current Black Ball rule is and how it could be made more popular.
The group against the Black Ball has been in communication with the Coastal Commission and I think if a
positive outcome cannot be achieved unfortunately they will be involved.
One thing only bothers me about the "Wedge Conservation Society ". They claim to "clean up the Wedge ". If
this was one of the persuasive arguments to achieve their exclusive use of the Wedge during the summer then
we have a problem. The only people I know cleaning up the Wedge are the residents who live in this area.
Please know people are passionate about the Wedge I think finding some common "fair" ground is essential. I
guess I never realized how good body surfers had it at the Wedge. As you know I live a couple houses away
from the Wedge and the area means a lot to me and my neighbors. I personally body surf, but in the summer
when I see maybe 2 body surfers in the water and 20 boogie borders on the beach I do feel guilty.
Please read the attached and know I am seeing a lot more where this came from. Start with Aaron Peluso letter.
I'll see you later this week.
Jeff
366
367
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Mark Buck <markbuck5 @yahoo.com>
Sent:
Tuesday, October 22, 2013 12:20 AM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Wedge blackball
Follow Up Flag:
Follow up
Flag Status:
Completed
Newport Beach City Council,
10:OOAM - 5:OOPM is a bitter time for bodyboarders who enjoy surfing The Wedge in Newport
Beach during the summer.
Its a time when good waves remain untouchable due to the outrageous blackball hours.
I have a lot of respect for bodysurfers and their history at The Wedge, however I don't think they
should have 7 hours
all to themselves during peak south swell season. Riders have proven that bodyboards are the most
EFFICIENT
and SAFEST wave riding vehicles at Wedge, so why should they be banned from the water 7 hours a
day?
I believe the fairest solution is to...
- shorten the blackball hours to 12:OOPM - 3:OOPM
OR
-allow bodyboarding during the blackball (like the rest of the beaches in OC)
This would allow bodysurfers time to get waves while leaving a larger window
of opportunity for other wave - riders.
Its time to put an end to the unreasonable Wedge blackball.
Sincerely,
Mark Buck
368
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
To whom it may concern:
Bryce Winters <brycebody @gmai1.com>
Monday, October 21, 2013 11:28 PM
Blackball
Blackball Rule
Follow up
Completed
The "Blackball Rule" is outdated and out of place here at the Wedge. I see skimboarders at Wedge everyday I'm
riding waves before and after blackball with zero issues of safety. For every person who skims, surfs, bodysurfs,
etc... out there, rides with safety in mind. Everyone out there looks out for each other and shares this wonderful
world class beach break together. The blackball rule is unfair and biased to only those who bodysurf especially
during times when the waves are really good. The only time blackball should be regulated or in effect are days
during summer when there is a large amount traffic at Balboa. Other than that there is no need for it.
Thank you for your time sincerely, Bryce Winters (Fellow Skimboarder)
369
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Canaan Mills <canaanjustin @yahoo.com>
Sent: Monday, October 21, 2013 8:06 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: Blackball at Newponjetty
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
I wanted to say the beach does not belong to anybody it is all ours to share weather we body surf skim board surf or
body board just look up the constitution in case the body surfers forgot this is not china this is the united stAtes no
beach can be owned bye one type of group or large amount of money Sent from my iPhone
370
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
clay_powell @aol.com
Sent:
Monday, October 21, 2013 7:34 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Black Ball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Hi, my name is Clay Powell and I am emailing you about the black ball at the wedge. The wedge is an epic place to
Skimboard, Surf, Body surf, and Boogie board because of its amazing sider. I could see how the city could say, well in
consideration for the body surfers safety we will just take everyone else out of the water, but this logic makes no sense.
People all around the world do these sports side by side and don't get hurt and if you do it is what comes with doing the
sport. No matter what body surfer you ask about blackball, of course they will say they want to have it in place. The black
ball allows them to have The Wedge, which is the best breaking wave in all of north america, to them selves. There are
not enough Body surfers at the wedge to even fill the waters, and the blackball forces all the Surfers, Boogie Boarders,
and Skim boarders to come out at the same time. This is much more dangerous than if there were no black ball. If there
were no blackball people would come out at separated times and not in huge bunches all day, it would make the wedge
safer for all Surfers, Skim boarders, and Boogie Boarders. So please lift the blackball and allow surfers, Boogie Boarders,
and Skim boarders ride side by side, more people will be safe, less waves will be missed, and more people will be happy.
Sincerely,
Clay Powell
371
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Tom Williams <Twills4 @verizon.net>
Sent:
Monday, October 21, 2013 7:24 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
If you haven't learned your lesson from the dock tax, it's time to wake up. The entitled minority at the Wedge, have
been appeased for so long, that they now feel that it is their right to have exclusive / restrictive access to this break. It's
time for this to end, as the majority of wave riders utilize boards. While I can empathize with the historic importance of
the Wedge as a body surfing location, the length of blackball / restrictive access no longer represents the majority.
Safety concerns have always been used for decisions regarding blackball. The fact of the matter is that board riders
competing for waves within the restrictive hours allotted, pose more of a safety risk. This ordinance should bear
consideration for revision, as any city ordinance should reflect the will of the majority of users.
Tom Williams
372
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Can Bradley <camboyS17 @gmail.com>
Sent:
Monday, October 21, 2013 6:42 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Hello, my name is camron. And im a resident of newport beach. The wedge is a really unique surf break and i think one
of the gnarliest /heaviest shorebreaks in the world. I strongly believe that the blackball should be taken down because of
how beautiful the wave is i believe everybody should be able to give a go at it at any given time. Board or no board. I
cant recall the last time a board has hurt someone at the wedge. So i really dont believe boards would be a problem at
the wedge. Making it open to everyone all the time would be great. Thank you
Sent from my Whone
373
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Casey Atizado <caseyatizado @yahoo.com>
Sent: Monday, October 21, 2013 6:14 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: Ending BlackBall
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear City Council,
My name is Casey Alexandria, I am a Laguna Beach resident but my mother and father both reside in Newport Beach. I
grew up surfing and skim boarding all my life. I'm sure many of you have as well, for those who have you know the
feeling of riding the perfect wave, it cannot be duplicated, even the mere sight of a perfect wave chills your bones. For
those who do not understand the feeling, compare It to something you love or are passionate about. Seeing perfect
waves go to "waste" so to speak, just isn't right. I understand the safety matter concerning body surfers, but people who
go to wedge should be responsible for themselves and be smart regardless on a board or not. It is unfair to ban a group
of people at a public beach for another groups favor. Please think about this, if not removing black ball at least adjusting
it's hours and days, so it can be fair for all! Thanks for your time
Casey Alexandria
Sent from my iPhone
374
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
To who this may concern,
Jake McIntosh <jake_mcintoshl @hotmail.com>
Monday, October 21, 2013 5:54 PM
Blackball
What are you thinking?
Follow up
Completed
End Blackballing at Newport wedge! This beach is a world class skimboarding wave.
The beach attracts people such as myself from other sides of the world to venture over to your perfect wave.
This is one of the best setups in the world for skimboarding there are only limited places throughout the world
that can work in such ways the newport wedge can. Please take this into consideration, Newport has
produced some of the best riders in the world because of these conditions and still can continue to if you
allow it.
End blackball!!
Thank you from Australia,
Jake McIntosh.
375
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
To whom it may concern,
Adam Sobel <adam.louis.sobel @gmail com>
Monday, October 21, 2013 5:23 PM
Blackball
Blackball; PLEASE READ (if time allows)
Follow up
Completed
I wish I could be there tonight but I will be in an American Government class at Orange Coast College, where I
am a student of chemistry.
I am a bodyboarder. The current situation can be reduced to this: A minority has a hold on property that
outweighs its population size. They relish it, protect it with harsh words and fists, and always want more. It's a
surfing apartheid out there.
Out of respect for history, I am willing to negotiate terms in which they (bodysurfers) have some time to
themselves for "safety." This is despite the fact that some of them are in the water with boarders anyways, and
seem to be just fine. But seven hours of sunlight is way too much. The biggest safety issue is crowding, yet the
crowd is ten times worse for the riders because there are ten times more of us, and proportionally less time.
If this is an issue of localism, which I know it partially is, I would like to add that most locals are not
bodysurfers. Personally, I will almost always heed to any rider in the lineup who is more of a local than I,
regardless of method or flag. This business of blackball is beyond obsolete; it is obstructive and arcane.
Bodysurfers' time as the majority has passed, and so should their oversized monopoly. It is time for them to let
it go with grace and dignity.
Sincerely,
Adam Sobel
Current resident of Costa Mesa (6mo);
Former resident of Newport Beach (2yr)
Former resident of Del Mar, Solana Beach, and Rancho Santa Fe
376
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Doug Collier <duggerc @gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, October 21, 2013 4:50 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: Current Unfair Policy: If a Conflict Exists, Board Surfers Must Leave Water
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Hello Blackball Working Group.
Thank you for taking the time to evaluate our city's surfing restrictions.
The overriding issue regarding the the blackball policy is that it requires all conflicts of use to be resolved against board
surfers. Anytime there is a ocean use conflict between board surfers and swimmers, body surfers or body boarders, the
solution to the conflict is simply to remove board surfers from the water.
All prior evaluations of the blackball policy have merely been to define when a conflict exists. Over the years, the city
has used time of day, number of people in the water, number of people on the beach and many other methods to
determine if a use conflict exists. But, regardless of the criteria to determine the conflict, the solution has been the
same - kick the board surfers out of the water.
Board surfers have as much right to use of the ocean as the other groups. Any new solution must respect this fact.
Thank you.
Doug Collier
5216 River Avenue
Newport Beach, CA 92663
duggerc @gmail.com
(949) 646 -0630
377
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Chris Dinatale <c.dinatale @sbcglobal.net>
Sent:
Monday, October 21, 2013 4:33 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
I am aware of the circumstances that the blackball at wedge is going through. I truly believe it's not fair for us board
riders to either wake up early or wait till 5 o'clock. I don't think it's is dangerous for board riders to go out at wedge
because everyone that goes out at wedge with boards knows the consequences that the conditions bring. That being
said I thinkthe blackball sign shouldn't be enforced anymore or at least have the hours reduced.
Sent from my Phone
378
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Stone Wheeless <reefscw @yahoo.com>
Sent: Monday, October 21, 2013 4:25 PM
To: Blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Hello, my name is Stone Wheeless contacting you regarding the blackball at the Wedge in Newport Beach, CA. The
Wedge is a superior break for world class athletes in sports like skimboarding, surfing, and bodyboarding and this
amazing beach is where many young pursuers of greatness in these sports go to find their own idea of happiness,
fulfillment and enjoyment. At all hours this break is open to boards and flotation devices, it's been proven that they are
perfectly safe, and the ones who bodysurf at your break, they do not hesitate to go out on a good day along side the
others. The reason this is such a big deal to those who bodysurf is that it is about greed and wanting more waves rather
than safety.
I sincerely hope you consider my letter to whomever it may concern.
Stone Wheeless
379
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Phil Castillo <philcastillo @ymail.com>
Sent:
Monday, October 21, 2013 4:20 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Blackball comments from resident at 318 Linda Ave. NB CA Phil Castillo
Follow Up Flag:
Follow up
Flag Status:
Completed
City Council Members:
I am currently a resident within Newport Beach at 318 Lindo Ave., NB 92661 with my wife and six
children. I was a Newport Beach lifeguard in the early 80's and surf as well as bodysurf all along our
wonderful coast. I have appeared in front of the NB City Council twice. Once most recently was to
receive a heroes award from Mayor Nancy Gardner, the Fire Chief and Assistant Lifeguard Captain
Robert Williams. I had been fortunate enough to save three individuals from a very dangerous
situation at 56th street and avoid potential fatalities. The second was in the 80's where I testified in
favor of the original Wedge blackball. The reason for my letter is comment as a peninsula resident
and concerned citizen as well as a avid Wedge bodysurfer with multiple generations of the same in
my own home on any proposal to change the Wedge blackball ordinance. The original reason for the
Wedge blackball was as I recall a response to the explosive increase in the body boarders at Wedge
and the impact of these growing crowds. The key issues were the impact to the Peninsula Point
residents quality of life and the impact to a world renowned bodysurfing break as a whole. Blackball
laws were passed and while many body boarders were unhappy Newport Beach protected some
important heritage and helped avoid more crowds and impact to the Peninsula Point community than
necessary. I believe we have essentially the same situation and issues but the stakes are
significantly higher relative to changing or adjusting the Wedge blackball ordinance. As a local
resident, ex lifeguard and a citizen who cares deeply for others and our community I have listed some
points below I ask you consider.
1. The number of body boards has exploded as has the industry. It is a very powerful lobby and
should blackball hours become relaxed the crowds at the wedge would grow significantly and body
surfing at the wedge would become passe.
2. The body surfing tradition has continued and thrived at the wedge creating more moderate crowds
and less impact to the local residents and continued a truly Newport Beach -esque tradition.
3. Body surfers can't compete with a body board or surf board. Without some protections bodysurfing
and it's heritage at the Wedge will likely end.
4. Increased crowds and riders at the end of the peninsula and wedge would likely increase traffic
issues, parking issues, injuries, emergency responses required and potentially city liability.
5. The wedge area has no facilities for large crowds such as restrooms and I don't think the Peninsula
Point residents would welcome such. Should the crowds increase significantly the City may need to
look a these consideration if the crowds increase as expected.
6. 40 to 44th Street is an excellent location for body boarding and body boards can compete for
waves everywhere including during hard board blackball
7.Hard boards and Skim boards are very dangerous at a break as powerful as the wedge and create
a large opportunity for significant increases in injury if black ball hours are reduced.
380
I would ask that the city maintain the current ordinance until such a time a significant benefit to the
city can be proven. By keeping a good and fair ordinance the city will benefit it's Peninsula Point
residents and avoiding a significant increase in crowding and traffic issues at the Wedge. Keeping the
Blackball ordinance would also keep the heritage of the Wedge and protect a body surfing tradition of
over 50 years here in Newport Beach.
Phil Castillo
318 Lindo Ave Newport beach CA. 92661
381
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
Sent from my iPhone
Begin forwarded message:
Brian Hammer <sandsurfer70 @yahoo.com>
Monday, October 21, 2013 3:53 PM
Blackball
Fwd: Black ball meeting
Follow up
Completed
From: Brian Hammer <sandsurfer70@,yahoo.com>
Date: October 21, 2013 6:49:43 PM EDT
To: Barbara Collins <collinsbarbara &ymail.com>
Subject: Black ball meeting
Hi,
My name is Brian Hammer I live in Florida & skimboard both on the Eastcoast & Westcoast. I
have had the pleasure to catch some sessions at the wedge before blackball time. In my travels I
have expierenced beach's with some form of a blackball in the summer months, the more
populated areas on the Eastcoast do this during the summer. Usually a township will have roving
or changing blackballs, a different break each week. Never the same break for an extended
period of rime. It has been my expierence that the blackballs are for swimmer & tourist safety, as
they usually don't know or understand what the surfers, skimmers, or bodyboarders are doing so
for their own safety a blackball is used. The wedge is a break unlike any other in the world, a one
peak refraction wave that can be ridden by many different board riders. It is ridden by the many
board riders before & after the blackball time limitations without injury or sacrifice of safety to
any wave riders. I have shared waves there with surfers, bodyboarders, skimboarders &
bodysurfers. A break should not be available to one form of a wave rider over another. I think it
is time to lift the blackball @ wedge and let all waveridcrs enjoy one of California's most unique
waves equally.
Thank you,
Brian Hammer
Sent from my iPhone
382
Mulvev, Jennifer
From: David Hicks Jr <davidhicksjr @ymail,com>
Sent: Monday, October 21, 2013 3:28 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: Have been safely bodyboarding with surfboards,skimboards,and body surfers for years
now.Please rid of the black ball regulations.Thank you
Follow Up Flag: Fallow up
Flag Status: Completed
Sent from my Phone
383
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Oborny, Shirley
Sent: Monday, October 21, 2013 2:40 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: Call received about blackballing
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Ms. Joanne Lister called today on behalf of her adult son who takes the kids to the beach. They think it's
important to have blackball regulations to protect the kids. She and her son are unable to attend the meeting
but if you need to reach her, her number is 562- 219 -0905. Thank you.
XA 0.40V
Executive Assistant to the City Manager
City Manager's Office I City of Newport Beach
100 Civic Center Drive, 2nd Floor, Bay E
Newport Beach, CA 92660
949 - 644 - 3001949- 644 -3020 Fax
www.newportbeachca.gov
Important Announcement - The City Manager's Office is located in the new Civic Center City Hall building at
100 Civic Center Drive, 2nd Floor, Bay E, Newport Beach, CA 92660 (corner of Civic Center and Avocado
Ave.).
Our mailing address remains the same, PO Box 1768, Newport Beach, CA 92658-8915. We look forward to
serving you in the new facility.
384
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Clark <clarkhubbard22 @yahoo.com>
Sent:
Monday, October 21, 2013 2:28 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Blackball petition
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
The wedge is a one if a kind beach that is world famous. It is a unique beach break that gives an amazing ride for all kinds
of wave riders. With the wedge being prohibited by a certain group of wave riders at certain times of the year is unfair.
There is no reason one wave rider should have more of a privilege than another to be allowed to enter the water. When
the swell is big and the water gets crowded is when the wedge becomes dangerous but limiting the type of wave riders
does not reduce the risk of the participants. The type of wave riders that are at greatest risk are those without boards
because they fatigue the quickest when in the water. Fatigue is what leads to injuries and fatalities at the wedge so by
allowing all types of wave riders to use the one of a kind beach will not increase the risk of injury.
Sent from my Phone
385
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Isaac Zoller <isaaczoller @cox.net>
Sent:
Monday, October 21, 2013 2:27 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
I don't think there should ever be a blackball at wedge. Respect should be taken seriously. Locals get priority on the
good days. The riders should share the waves. Body surfers waste more waves and it is more dangerous than surfing or
skimboarding.
Isaac Zoller
9.2.
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Ron Ziebell <rz1be1166 @gmaiI.com>
Sent: Monday, October 21, 2013 2:22 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: Blackball restriction
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
I've been riding the Wedge faithfully since 1982, and professionally for many years.
I spoke with the Mayor, twice, about 5 years ago. He said the reason for blackball was a "safety" issue only. Of the 31
years I've been there I've never seen or heard of anybody ever injured by a "soft" Bodyboard (Belly board as is stated in
the ordinance). But I've seen quite a few injuries from "hard" surfboards, including myself once. And even more injuries
from "harder" skimboards that have invaded the Wedge in recent years, including myself several times and my friend
who received a broken nose from a "skimmer ".
Belly boards were created as a safe alternative to hard boards and have always been included with swimming and
bodysurfing at all blackball areas because of this reason.
I attended all meetings in 1993 to fight against the blackball at Wedge because for some reason, Bellyboarding was
excluded. I'm all for blackball if it's treated like the rest of Newport Beach, and California. Because "all" hard boards are
the ONLY danger.
In my opinion, blackballing the Wedge originally was a terrible mistake because that caused all hard boards, along with
Bellyboards and body surfers to be bunched in and forced to ride together early mornings or late afternoons. Which in
turn caused more of a safety issue, ESPECIALLY from the skimboarders, who come flying from the beach at high speeds
directly into the wave that already has a Bellyboarderor body surfer riding it. I hope you understand this picture. I know
the body surfers got this restriction to pass because they want to have the Wedge all to themselves. Bellyboarding was
never a safety issue but they knew the only way to pass this law was to make it an issue. Please tell me how many
injuries have been reported that were caused by a soft belly board ?? Please do the right thing and protect all non
hardboard riders from the hard boards, especially the more dangerous skimboards. I hope and pray that this decision is
not influenced by any body surfers and is really looked at from a safety point of view and helps create a safer
environment for the Belly boarders.
Sincerely,
Ron Ziebell
"Alternative Surf Bodyboard Shops"
Sent from my iPhone
387
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Shawn <shawntkenny @yahoo.com>
Sent:
Monday, October 21, 2013 2:17 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
From the outer banks of North Carolina
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Hello,
My name is Shawn Kenny, I am 20 years old and a professional skimboarder. As a kid I dreamed of traveling to California
to ride the best waves in the world. My dream came true two years ago, October 2011, when I traveled across the
country for a two week stay in Newport Beach. I arrived at SNA around 6:30 at night and I had my friend drive straight to
Balboa Pier. It may have been pitch black out but I stood there in awe as I watched waves i had only seen in magazines
and videos in front of my very own eyes. The next morning we woke up at around 6 and went to the wedge. I ran from
the car down to the beach and stood in awe again as I watched perfect siders and 4ft wedges slam on shore. I had never
seen so much power and pure destruction in such a small wave. The next 4 hours I ran for as many waves as I could until
10 o'clock and a lifeguard started saying something about blackball over his loudspeaker. Not knowing what it was I
continued to skim until I was physically confronted by a body surfer who threw my board and said about every curse
word in the book. After apologizing and explaining to the body surfer where I was from and that i didn't know what
blackball was I left the beach very intimidated. See on the Outer Banks you can surf anywhere, swim anywhere, skim
anywhere, you can pretty much fish anywhere(SOft from the nearest swimmer) you can do pretty much anything you
want on the beach(except for fireworks but that's a state law) and there are never really any problems. I have a question
for you... Why limit the best waves in the world(the wedge) to only one group of waterman? Surfers, body boarders,
skimboarders, body surfers all have one thing in common, a love for the ocean. I think it's time for change so EVERYONE
can enjoy what they love.
Thank you,
Shawn Kenny
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Gary Sahagen <gsahagen @gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, October 21, 2013 2:09 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: wedge issues
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear Newport Beach,
As a longtime resident of Orange County in Newport and Huntington I am very familiar with the rules
pertaining to beach access. Safety first is the priority and the wedge is a known neck breaker. In order to
proactively protect inexperienced beach goers the lifeguards need to be there when it is breaking. Clear signs
posting the danger and to stay away at your own peril are mandatory for when there are no guards. Lifeguards
should have waivers signed by anyone disregarding the warnings. Policing the area and removing a dangerous
or reckless individual whether they have a board or not should be left to the lifeguards' discretion.
Respectfully,
Gary Sahagen
389
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Reggie Abbott <abbott.the.elder @gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, October 21, 2013 2:03 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: Please Do Not Blackball Wedge
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Please do not ban riding boards at the Wedge. I have been bodyboarding this place since I was 15 and it is unfair to take
this away place away from us.
Do the right thing!
John R. Abbott
Sent from my iPhone
390
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Andrew Pfund <andrewpfund @gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, October 21, 2013 1:52 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: Wedge Blackball Issue
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear City Council,
This message is my opinion in relation to the blackball regulation at the wedge from May to October.
It's unfair to limit the public's use of a public beach based on what board they prefer to ride. Restricting certain
groups from enjoying one of California's most famous surf breaks (the wedge), while only allowing one group
of waveriders (bodysurfers) access to the break during its peak season is discriminatory and should be
reconsidered.
It is selfish and unwarranted for bodysurfers to say that all boards should be banned from the wedge for
swimmers safety. The reasoning behind this argument is so that local bodysurfers can have more waves to
themselves and be the only group of waveriders allowed access to the wedge.
Newport Beach should explicitly address and reverse its discriminatory practice of granting exclusive use of the
wedge to a preferred group of wave riding athletes (bodysurfers).
Thank you for taking your time to read this and thank you for your consideration,
Andrew Pfund
San Juan Capistrano Resident
391
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
Dear City of Newport Beach,
fred @760surf.com
Monday, October 21, 2013 1:39 PM
Blackball
Blackball Policy at The Wedge
Follow up
Completed
I am writing you today regarding the blackball policy currently in place at The Wedge. I appreciate that
you are allowing for comments with regards to the blackball issue for the future. I am writing you to
support the ending of the blackball practice at The Wedge. I understand that a small minority of people
who utilize the Wedge were able to convince the City sometime ago that blackball would be good for
reasons of safety. Specifically, the bandishment of anyone with a board. However, it should be noted that
boards are used by surfers throughout the world at all types of breaks. Why is the Wedge considered to be
so different from so many other breaks? It is because this small minority of users would like to claim this
amazing spot for themselves. I disagree with a policy that excludes the general public from using a public
open space. How is it that beach break on the ocean can be regulated to such an extent that surfers are
blackballed from using it for a majority of the time? This is rather incredulous. Please consider dismantling
the blackball policy so that the general public can surf that wonderful spot at their own risk.
Fred Tracey
Photographer
760surf.cem
760.291.7670 ❑ '`
fred@760surf.com
760surf.com
392
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
To whom it may concern:
Personal <altshulerlife @yahoo.com>
Monday, October 21, 2013 1:31 PM
Blackball
Blackball
Follow up
Completed
I have been going to the Wedge since I was 12 years old, traveling all the way from San Diego. I now currently reside
here in Newport with my Wife. I wanted to present my thoughts on why blackball should be taken down at the Wedge.
First and foremost, I don't feel in anyway or form is a floating device (bodyboard /surfboard etc) harmful in any means
dangerous at the wedge. If anything it is safer. Like any break around the world that has large beach breaks such as
Sandies on Oahu, or even Waimea, regardless of the location, boards have been ridden at these places (at individuals
discretion) for many years. Amongst blackball being lifted, we will continue to communicate well for who will be
talking off on waves to ensure the safety of others.
In my eyes, floating devices are safer to have, than to be caught in a bad position without a floating device. I know this
conflict has been going on for years now, and believe a decision for equality is necessary to be made. Come one come
all, floating device or even just a pair of speedos to share the Wedge 24/7. We are all friends, and the Wedge for no
reason needs to be regulated anymore!
I am for taking down the flag !
Sent from my iPho
393
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Cathleen McGee <cathleenmcgee @gmail,com>
Sent: Monday, October 21, 2013 1:29 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: Body surfers verses boards
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Please realize that not allowing one group, while allowing another is one sided and unfair. If you truly were to believe
that they can not look out for each other and use the location together then allow one group M, W,Fans Sunday and the
other T,R,Saturday. Let show the kids that adults know how to share!
Sent from my iPhone
394
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Andy Morales <andymoralesinln @yahoo.com>
Sent:
Monday, October 21, 2013 1:28 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Please
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
City of Newport Beach,
Hi my name is Andy Morales and I live in Newport Shores. I have been surfing The Wedge for 15 years and I have had
nothing but incredible times at that wave. It will be very disheartening to see it shut down to surfers and body boarders.
In all my years surfing Wedge the only injury injuries I watched happen was a body boarder and body surfer going over
the falls and breaking legs and arm. I feel that with body boarder and surfers passion a band will only create more issues,
furthermore people should know the dangers of this wave and stop blaming others for accidents.
Thank you for taking the time to read this.
Sincerely,
Andy Morales
949- 456 -2483
395
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Jerry Rodgers <jerrymrodgers @gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, October 21, 2013 1:26 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: End the blackball at the wedge
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Hi,
I am writing to let you know I support eliminating the blackball at the wedge. I believe it is entirely safe for
body surfers, hard and soft board surfers, skim boarders all to coexist in the water at the same time. This occurs
on a daily basis before and after black ball and has done so without incident. This also occurs all along our
orange county coast daily without incident.
This wedge is a tradition that I would like my 6th and 3rd grader children to be able to experience as they grow
up and your decisions tonight, and going forward, will largely influence whether they will be able to enjoy one
of Newport's treasures.
thank you,
Jerry Rodgers
396
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Michael Yunich <mi80ke3 @yahoo.com>
Sent: Monday, October 21, 2013 1:21 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: Wedge Blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
The wedge should not be blackballed. All beaches no matter if the waves are between 1 -20ft without boards can cause
serious injury. Nobody owns the beach and everyone has a right to go out and enjoy the surf. All hardboards should be
allowed at the wedge.
Sent from my iPhone
397
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Massiv Swaz <kcoziar @gmail.com>
Sent:
Monday, October 21, 2013 12:23 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
End blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
The wedge is one of the best skimboarding spots in the world and skimboard have proven safe in the life up.
398
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Ryan Williams <ryankylewilliams @gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, October 21, 2013 10:44 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: Press Opportunity
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Hello there,
My name is Ryan Williams and I'm an aspiring journalist studying at USC and I'm doing a story about The
Wedge and the ban of surf boards and other floatation devices. I'm heading down to Newport from USC today
and I'd like to speak with one or two of your groups' members to get their opinion on why the ban should be
lifted. Let me know if it is possible any time between now and 3pm when I'll have to leave to get the story back
to USC on time.
Thank you for your help!
Ryan Williams
213 448 6700
Ryan Kyle Williams
University of :southern Ca(iforn a
Annenberg School for Comrnun".cai!On and Jou na;ism
(l131n4 -5700
gw%
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Dakota Sottosanto <djsottosanto @yahoo.com>
Sent: Monday, October 21, 2013 9:21 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: Please No Black Ball at the Wedge
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Hello,
I'm a local resident living in Costa Mesa. To me the wedge is a very special wave and should be available to all types of
people for recreation. The wave is not any more dangerous to a Skim border or bodyboarder with a flotation device than
it is to a body surfer without a flotation device.
I would encourage anybody to go on YouTube and check out "skim boarding the wedge" just to see how amazing it is for
the athletes to perform on this wave.
I have witnessed people of all age groups and skill levels enjoy this wave with a board and have never seen somebody
get hurt. Now I know some injuries have occurred, but they are just as likely to occur on any wave along the California
coast.
Please don't allow only body surfers to have the only rights to enjoy this wave, but allow the wedge to be open to all
recreation types. I am asking please stop the blackball at the wedge.
Thank you
Dakota J Sottosanto
287 Hanover Dr.
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(831) 818 -5408
Sent from my iPhone
400
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Nick Carrigan <ncarriganll @gmail.com>
Sent: Sunday, October 20, 2013 11:51 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: The wedge
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Please remove the black ball policy's from the wedge. Body surfing is boring.
401
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Jason Zite < jasonzite @yahoo.com>
Sent:
Sunday, October 20, 2013 10:05 PM
To:
Blackball
Cc:
jasonzite @yahoo.com
Subject:
The Wedge Blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Please do not blackball the Wedge any longer. I have ridden and photographed the Wedge since 1987 and I feel the
blackball has not protected anyone, it does not make it more safe in the water. I have been dropped in on by more
bodysurfer's, even if I was bodysurfing, and watched the same done to others, which causes harm. It has taken away
the rights of any board rider to ride their board at the best break in So Cal during its peak season. It has also created
seperationism and fights at this beach. If the blackball is to stay, shorten the number of months and the time during the
day. Instead of 10 -5, why not alternate? Odd number days it's blackballed 10 -5, even number days it's not blackballed,
or change it to 10 -2, June -Aug.
It's best to remove it, only those who know what they are doing will enter the water on large days. A blackball isn't going
to stop a newbie from putting on fins and going out when they don't know what they are doing, common sense should.
Or, they will learn like everyone else. Remove the blackball, add some restrooms and lets move on!
Thank you,
Jason Zite
402
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
Dear Newport City Council,
MacBook Pro <west_coast_fab @hotmail.com>
Sunday, October 20, 2013 7:08 PM
Blackball
No on "black ball'
Follow up
Completed
I have been bodyboarding the Wedge since 1995 and over the years my experience level and determination to surf the
wedge has grown. I always look forward to big surf and big crowds to push the level of my bodyboarding abilities.
Without the help of all the local surfers pushing me and encouraging me to drop in to big sure i would have never
become the bodyboarder i am today. I feel that by black balling surfing at the wedge it is undermining all of the surfers
and bodyboarders that have grown up at that shore break. We look forward to big surf and challenging sets to test our
limits and we are well aware of the risks we take when we paddle out. Please trust that the surfers and bodyboarders
paddling out at the Wedge know the risks and challenges they will face.
Riverside resident,
Michael Casillas
403
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Jack Delulio <jackdelulio @gmail.com>
Sent:
Sunday, October 20, 2013 6:45 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
NO BLACKBALL
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Hi I'm 15 years old and I go to wedge mostly every weekend. After about 1 o'clock when the body surfers have had their
3 hours after 10 most of them leave. My concern is, all the waves going to waste because of the vacant waters, we have
to wait till 5 to get in. I think that's absurd. And that they're trying to ask for more time in the water is completely
RIDICULOUS. Plus when it starts firing they physically can't make the drop a board can make. Leaving even more quality
rides to waste. I hope you guys consider this.
Thanks
-Jack
404
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
To whom this may concern,
Evan Fa <ematthewfa @gmail.com>
Sunday, October 20, 2013 6:39 PM
Blackball
Blackball at The Wedge.
Follow up
Completed
I wanted to write an email expressing my distaste for the method of Blackball enforced at The Wedge. To
define riding any sort of flotation device at The Wedge as "dangerous" to swimmers neglects the fact that any
sort of wave riding at The Wedge can be dangerous. It is a dangerous wave pending the conditions. To
Blackball The Wedge entirely is not just upsetting those that enjoy riding the wave with a flotation device, but it
is an entitlement to those that bodysurf (or ride waves at The Wedge without a flotation device) at The Wedge.
By entitlement it truly is nothing less than that because numerous individuals have injured themselves while no
one surfing with a flotation device was in the water.
I am opposed to legislation prohibiting surfing The Wedge on a flotation device entirely because it is wrong.
Wrong in the sense that it entitles those that surf without flotation device. Especially considering that The
Wedge is enjoyed by far more wave riders that use a device than those that don't.
Thank you for listening!
Evan Fa
Surge Media Group I Editor in Chief
M: 808 - 375 -5182
A: PO Box 521
Laic, HI 96762
E: ematthewfag mail.eom
W: www.surgcbodvboarding.com
www.evanfa.com
www.youtube.com/evanfamedia
All content, attachment(s), and contact information within this email may not be used or distributed without
consent of both the sender and recipient.
405
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Robert Shulenberger <rs611 @pacbell.net>
Sent: Sunday, October 20, 2013 12:36 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: Wedge Blackball Review - 10/21/2013
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Please consider the following as the subject a Newport Beach Blackball is discussed on Monday
October 21, 2013:
History-
The West Jetty was extended in the early 20th century, and as result the jetty began to physically
focus oncoming Southern Hemisphere and tropical ocean energy into some of largest ocean waves
breaking in California. The initial recreational beneficiaries of this focused wave energy were body
surfers.
After WWII the surfing industry in California begins to produce foam surfboards, most of which were
not yet capable of safely riding the Wedge wave.
In the mid 1960's Bruce Brown's The Endless Summer surf movie is released. In the movie, the
Wedge is featured as a big wave summertime California break. The Wedge now had world wide
renown in the growing surf community
In the 1970's Tom Morey invented and began selling the Morey Boogie boards. Its availability
opened access to wave riding to anybody that could afford the less expensive, smaller, and very
easily transportable boards. Body (Boogie) boarders began to ride at the Wedge.
As technological developments and improvements in the surfing equipment continued throughout the
1970's and 1980's more and more wave riders began to visit and ride the Wedge.
More recently, in last two decades Skim Boarding equipment and skills levels have allowed Skimmers
to ride the Wedge as well.
Observation -
The current and real surf conditions seen on a daily basis are dynamic and dictate the viability of
different surf riding capabilities, and on any given day four different styles of wave riding can be seen
at the Wedge; body boarders, body surfers, skim boarders, and stand up surfers.
Recommendation -
The shared safe usage of the wave riding opportunities at the Wedge should take into consideration
that there are more potential users today than ever before, and while the small, but influential group
of body surfers may argue for continuation of the current Blackball regulations, or even a year around
Blackball, I propose the revision of Newport Beach City Resolution 95 -116 to remove section(s) 3
406
b,c, &d & 4. Doing so would still allow the smaller group of body surfers to have access without surf
riding equipment at the Wedge from noon to 4 pm daily throughout the summer months.
Thanks for your considerations of my comments in this matter.
Rj Shulenberger
611 Seaview Lane
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
H 714- 556 -9281
407
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Muller, Kristen <kmuller @scpr.org>
Sent:
Sunday, October 20, 2013 11:04 AM
To:
Blackball
Cc:
Huang, Josie
Subject:
Urgent intv request
Follow Up Flag:
Follow up
Flag Status:
Completed
Hi there,
I'm an editor with KPCC, Southern CA Public Radio. We're trying to find a representative of the working group that could
do an interview in Newport Beach early this afternoon about the efforts to lift the restrictions on surfboards, boogie
boards, skim boards, etc.
Please contact me via email or cell if you read this on Sunday.
Thank you, Kristen Muller
Cell 323 240 3787
408
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
To Whom It May Concern,
Stephanie <steffmags27 @yahoo.com>
Sunday, October 20, 2013 10:52 AM
Blackball
End Blackball at Wedge
Follow up
Completed
I am a female professional skimboarder from New Jersey. I spent the past two winters in Southern California. Last
winter specifically, I lived on Balboa Peninsula. As you know, The Wedge is one of the most popular and beautiful breaks
in existence today. Every rider who enters the water there respects its power and understands the dangers it may
present. Not many people enter the wedge who are not confident in controlling their board.
Even with the blackball currently enforced, many different boards, hard and soft, are used at wedge everyday. Not many
serious injuries occur! The body boards, which are permitted to be used all day, have just as much of a harmful potential
as a surf or skim board.
Skimboarders also have an advantage of saving a person in danger, in the ocean. Majority of the time we are
skimboarding, we are standing on the beach observing almost everything that is occurring out in the ocean. It's like
having ten plus lifeguards at a time, at one of the heaviest surf breaks, without having to pay a salary!
Thank you for taking the time to hear our voices. We are struggling to obtain equality for board riders of all kinds at one
of our favorite spots. I hope you will strongly considerthis before making a final decision.
Keeping my hopes high!
Stephanie Magallanes (Steff Mags)
Sent from my iPad
409
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
aaronpeluso96 @gmail.com on behalf of Aaron Peluso <peluso @skimonline.com>
Sent:
Sunday, October 20, 2013 12:53 AM
To:
Blackball
Cc:
PB &R Commission
Subject:
End. Wedge Blackball
Attachments:
Aaron Peluso Letter On Wedge Blackball.pdf; 93- 33Resolution.pdf;
95- 116Resolution.pdf; CA- 30210.pdf; California Coastal Act, Section 30001.S.pdf; CCC-
CaliforniaCoastal Comm ission .pdf; CGCS- CaliforniaGovernmentCodeSection .pdf; LCP -
LocalCoastalProgram.pdf; Public Resources Code Section 30220- 30224.pdf; Wedge
Petition As Of 10 19 2013.pdf; Wedge Petition With Comments as of 10 19 2013.pdf
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Hello,
I am writing as instructed to provide my comments regarding blackball policies at The Wedge.
Please find the attached letter ( "Aaron Peluso Letter On Wedge Blackball.pdf') as well as supporting legal
documentation.
I have also included a copy of a petition in support of ending blackball at The Wedge outright, which has been
signed more than 1500 times in 5 days.
Unfortunately I will not be able to attend the Oct 21 st meeting in person as I will be travelling out of
state. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at this address.
Thank you,
Aaron Peluso
410
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Aaron Peluso <mail @changemail.org>
Sent: Sunday, October 20, 2013 12:10 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: New petition to you: Newport Beach City Council: End Blackball at the Wedge
Follow Up Flag: Fallow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear Blackball Working Group,
Aaron Peluso started a petition "Newport Beach City Council: End Blackball at the Wedge" targeting you on
Change.org that's starting to pick up steam.
Change.org is the world's largest petition platform that gives anyone, anywhere the tools they need to start, join
and win campaigns for change. Change.org never starts petitions on our own -- petitions on the website, like
"Newport Beach City Council: End Blackball at the Wedge ", are started by users.
While "Newport Beach City Council: End Blackball at the Wedge" is active, you'll receive an email each time a
signer leaves a comment explaining why he or she is signing. You'll also receive periodic updates about the
petition's status.
Here's what you can do right now to resolve the petition:
Review the petition. Here's a link:
o <_ "" a " " >http: / /www.chanee.ore /petitions / newport- beach -city- council- end - blackball- at -the-
wedge
See the 1538 signers and their reasons for signing on the petition page.
Respond to the petition creator by sending a message here:
httt : / /www.chan e.or petitionslncwport- beach - city- council- end - blackball- at -the-
wedge /responses /new ?response= 14052667e298
Sincerely,
Change.org
There are now 1538 signatures on this petition. Read reasons why people are signing, and respond to Aaron
Peluso by clicking here:
http: / /www.change. org /peti tions/ngMort- beach -city- council- end - blackball- at -the-
wedge/ responses /new ?response= 14052667e298
411
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Robert Cook <photocolorlab @yahoo.com>
Sent: Saturday, October 19, 2013 10:31 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: Black Ball at the Wedge in Newport Beach
Follow Up Flag: Fallow up
Flag Status: Completed
GIVE BACK WHAT YOU TOOK 20 YEARS AGO!
20 years ago, bodysurfcrs at the Wedge already had EXCLUSIVE USE during the best part of the day. Only bodysurfers were allowed in the water for surfing
7 Days a Week, 4 Hours per Day, for all 3 Summer Months.
Then in the summer of 1993, BODYSURFERS TOOK 3 More Hours Per Day, for an EXCLUSIVE 7 Hours Per Day total. You then TOOK 3
Additional New Months, 7 Hours a Day, 7 Days a Week for a new EXCLUSIVE USE total of HALF THE YEAR, May l Thru Oct 31 .
Bodysurfers also TOOK ( Cylinders ), the wave in front of Lifeguard Tower P. for their EXCLUSIVE USE, even though they do not want to surf there. When
bodysurfers drink the water is too cold or it is too windy and they decide not to go out during the time of their EXCLUSIVE USE, all others are still locked
out from surfing the Wedge.
Most all of the biggest waves from the rare south swells are never ridden during Blackball, because they are not catchable without a soft, safe
bodyboard. Everyone understands the frustration when a wave you are catching is taken by someone on the shoulder, but how many of you bodysurfers
understand the frustration of the majority when ALL of the waves for 7 hours a day, 7 days a week, for HALF THE YEAR during the prime part of the day
are taken away by the minority, the bodysurfers?
Today the Majority of riders at the Wedge are not bodysurfers. BODYSURFERS, GIVE BACK WHAT YOU TOOK 20 YEARS AGO! You will still
have EXCLUSIVE USE of the Wedge for 7 Days a Week 4 Hours Per Day for all 3 Summer Months . No other riders at The Wedge have banned a minority,
the bodysurfers, but bodysurfers have banned the majority for HALF THE YEAR for 20 years. Before Blackball goes up, During Blackball and after
Blackball comes down bodysurfers are ALWAYS allowed to surf.
412
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Mike Curry <mikercurry@outlook.com>
Sent: Saturday, October 19, 2013 5:41 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: Blackball working group/ public interest
Attachments: bodysurfer.jpg; bodysurfer2jpg; bodysurferdrunksjpg; bodysurfer3.jpg
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
It has been known that the "wedge preservation society" or group of bodysurfers that have lobbied for
the blackball have done so for exclusive rights to a public beach.
The bodysurfers have created a climate of fear, intimidation, and aggression over the years. I have personally
witnessed a few bodysurfers bully younger innocent and harmless surfers.
Attached are photos in which the bodysurfers display their view of the blackball as a symbol of power more
than a symbol of
safety. The facebook photo, self- describes the bodysurfers as "drunks ", which you can view on "chuck olson"
facebook page.
The advertisement is from a group of bodysurfers that frequent the wedge. They use the term " wompton" as
a play on words referencing the two words "womp" or to bodysurf, and Compton. I am not sure how
appropriate it is to use the city of Compton to describe their sport of bodysurfing and its reference to territory.
Most of the bodysurfers are too old to participate in riding at the wedge. The owner of Viper Surfing Fins
(Fred Simpson) suffered a back injury many years ago at the Wedge. His injury has nothing to do with the use
of surfboards or any other wave riding instruments.
Although the Wedge has a history of nostalgia, it is the perfect time to review such competing interests and
reach an outcome that represents the spirit of the time, a reasonable view of equal access to the surf, and the
reality that there are few recorded incidents of injury based on collision with hard surfboards.
Because the Wedge is a challenging surf spot, it requires that all wave riders have intermediate or expert skill
level. The notion that expert bodysurfers need the protection of the blackball from surfers, akin to the
protection afforded to mere "swimmers" or "waders ", is simply unreasonable. As experts, they are well
accustomed to paying attention to their surroundings and playing an active role in preventing injury to
themselves and to others.
The bodysurfers have displayed poor moral character and have been unruly in their territorial
behavior. Because the issue is more about a turf war between Newport Beach wave riders, the Blackball
should be repealed, and nostalgia, should be left in the past.
Sincerely,
Mike Curry.
413
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Bobby Okvist <bobokvist @yahoo.com>
Sent: Saturday, October 19, 2013 5:14 PM
To: Blackball
Attachments: bob.jpg
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
dear city of newport,
i would like to inform you of my thoughts and views about changing
blackball regulations at wedge. First off i would like to state that i have
been going to wedge since 1 was 2 with my family, Ive been surfing there
for the last 7 years since i was 14, and my father is a well known local
photographer and sits on the beach from 6 am to sunset every day there is
swell in the water at wedge. I just want to inform you that the current
blackball rule is the best way to keep peace at wedge. The wedge was
known as an old school bodysurfing wave in the 60s and 70s. but things
are much different now. we have evolved to be able to surf, skimboard,
and bodyboard these waves much more successfully. The skimmers were
the first to make a attempt to change the rules. The problem is that the
skimmers of all different types of surfing at wedge are at the bottom of the
pecking order. they have no right to be trying to change the rules. If you
cancel all blackball there are going to be some heavy disagreements down
there between the bodysurfers and all board riders. They aren't scared to
throw punches either. Everyone needs to have respect for the senior
bodysurfers as well as the younger bodysurfers and let them enjoy their
time from 10 to 5.
Also, If you prohibit all board ridding you will be ruining the life of many
locals, I'm not kidding when i say ruining their life. Alot of these
bodyboarders live for the next swell at wedge. spend more time at the spot
then they do at their home. I even have a tattoo of a W on my arm. Its one
414
of my favorite places in the world and the memories are endless from the
time I've spent in the water with friends and family. Ive broken bones out
there. The only solution is the current rules. i could see you changing it
from 10 am to 2 or 3 pm but if you take blackball away there will be
problems.
dont change anything.
-bobby okvist
heres a photo my dad took of me at wedge. there are limits to bodysurfing
and waves will be wasted with no surfing allowed. but we need to respect
bodysurfers and keep slight regulation of board use. thanks....
415
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
To Whom it may concern:
Zach Sparks <zsparkz @gmail.com>
Saturday, October 19, 2013 1:45 PM
Blackball
Surfboards are safe!
Follow up
Completed
Please do not black ball the wedge for skimboards, they are just as safe as cars. You wouldn't make driving
vehicle illegal even though many people die from it. The skimboards who go out on the beach are professionals
and know the risk. They also have great control of their boards. What you should really do is ban body
boarders. When I used to drive up to the wedge from Naval Special Warfare Command and skim there - I would
see body boarders hook skimboarder's feet on purpose.
Granted that never happened to me, but I could guess why they wouldn't try that.
If you ban this, you might as well ban skydiving and anything else crazy.
Zach
916
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Jeff Stevens <jstevens767 @gmail.com>
Sent: Saturday, October 19, 2013 5:56 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: Blackball email input in lieu of meeting (cannot attend)
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dearest City of Newport Beach,
RE: Blackball
I am sorry I cannot attend the meeting Monday Octover 21 regarding Blackball but as a surfer, bodysurfer,
longtime and current resident of the city and ex -City of NB seasonal lifeguard would like to provide my opinion
on the subject.
By and large the City has done a good job in recent years with Blackball because:
1. The move to "discretionary" Blackball was brilliant. It broke the old mold of up at 12, down at 4 with no
regard for location or conditions. The old, rigid model just did not appropriately address the fine balance
between safety and recreation. Kudos to all involved on that one.
2. Blackball at the Wedge. This is important because it is a dangerous wave and if you were to allow all
forms of surfing there, you inherently increase the number of people. When you increase the number of
people you also increase the likelyhood of collisions (and unfortunately, fights) and broader range of
skill. Broader range of skill is an issue because you don't want people out there that are bound to hurt
themselves. By limiting the hours of all forms of surfing to before 10 and after 4 you allow all forms but
limit probability of serious injuries. I have watched the lifeguards perform the tricky task of respectfully
preventing those without fins from entering the water there during the 10 -4 Blackball period which
further prevents the likelyhood of preventable rescues and possible serious injury. In addition to safety,
there is the issue of culture. The Wedge has always been known as being one of the world's most famous
bodysurfing spots so every effort should be made to protect such a unique cultural asset.
Going forward a few things to consider:
Blackballing 40 -44th St. May through October should probably be revisited. There should definitely be a place
for bodysurfers besides the Wedge during the warm water months (May -Oct) AND a place for boogie boarders.
Having an area dedicated to non -hard boards with fins is essential for recreation and safety but I am not sure
this is the best place. That said, and considering there is a dedicated location where you can "recreate" without
having to worry about being hit by a hard surfboard or sliced by its fins, what is missing is a location dedicated
to board surfing. I understand there is the River Jetty but that is County and there are certain water quality
issues there. Surfers should not be pushed, in essence, out of the City to a polluted location. How to address the
current 40 -44th "soft rec" dedication and lack of a "hard rec "dedicated location I think is your most challenging
task and I can't say I have a definitive answer but feel obligated to at least propose a solution as follows:
1. Make 52 -56th a dedicated surfing spot. there is a long history of performance/high level surfing and
contests there and then the surfers will always have a place to go when conditions render blackball
everywhere else.
417
2. Move the "soft rec" (bodysurf and boogie board) to 48 -52nd. This way a family can go to the beach and
do both in the same relative zone. It pushes the soft rec zone to the middle of the best stretch of surf (40-
56) as opposed to one end which gives it the best surf on a southwest swell.
I loof forward to participating in future meetings on the subject. The coast is one of our greatest assets so we
must manage it in an optimal fashion. A great job has been done in recent years but I think we have to provide
for ALL types of rec in an equitable fashion in terms of location while minimizing the chance for accident or
injury.
Respectfully,
Jeff Stevens
2307 E. 16th St.
Newport Beach
949.3 75.3164
418
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Ale Lopez <alelopez991 @yahoo.com>
Sent: Friday, October 18, 2013 11:28 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: Equal rights: End Blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Goodevening! This email is an expression of my opinion towards blackball. It is not necessary to ban boards at
wedge, everyone should be able to ride whatever craft they choose. As long as everyone is looking out for each
other and respecting each other, there should be no problem. Respect is given when received... Many people
travel simply to ride waves at "The Wedge" and California beaches but it is difficult and frustrating when they
are told where to go and only allowed to ride with boards between certain hours of the day for almost half the
year... if you arc not lucky enough to have a flexible schedule and plan your life around when your allowed in
the water, you miss out on waves completely for you will be charged with a ticket... The Wedge especially
being a high performance wave is best utilized with a board allowing you to complete sections and attracting
wave riders from all over the world!! It should be fair game, not bent and favoring a certain type of wave -riding
style. Two reckless bodysurfers smashing into each other is more dangerous than two professional surfers
respectfully sharing waves.... I ask that you please take into consideration everyone and every opinion with an
open mind and make the fair decision in regards to everyone who would like to enjoy the wedge and all beaches
in California which is subject to blackball...
-Ale
419
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
To Whom It May Concern,
Scott braga <scottmbraga @gmaitcom>
Friday, October 18, 2013 6:59 PM
Blackball
Blackball Ban at Wedge
Follow up
Completed
I am writing you to express my opinions regarding the recent petition to end the blackball period from May 1 st-
Oct 31st everyday from l Oam -5pm at the Wedge in Newport Beach, CA.
As someone who was born and raised in Newport, the issue regarding blackball has always been one of
significant precedent. The controversy arises due to the fact that bodysurfers claim their sport is being driven to
extinction due to the influx of other board riders coming to surf the famous wave. They make the claim that the
Wedge is the holy grail of bodysurfing and that it must be preserved as so. Their second claim is that hard
boards present a factor of danger within the surf zone.
First, I find it preposterous that bodysurfing is somehow becoming 'extinct'. Since the late 60's early 70's people
have been bodysurfing and surfing in coexistence and we still see the sport of bodysurfing being done by people
all over the world today. If blackball were to be removed or limited to a lesser number of hours bodysurfing in
no way would suddenly be removed from all of society.
Second, I must say that blackball causes more harm than good to wave riders of all disciplines. During the
period when blackball is not in effect, the lineup in the water is tense and intimidating due to the limited time
which surfers and bodyboarders alike have to enjoy natures precious resources. If anything the blackball makes
things in the water more dangerous when the blackball is not in effect. Bodysurfers have essentially created a
monopoly and have 7 hours a day to enjoy the special place that is the wedge, while riders of surfboards and
bodyboards have only a few hours in the early morning and after 5pm till the sun goes down in the
afternoon. This in itself is completely illogical to me. It is essentially discrimination towards riders of other
boards that bodysurfers get to enjoy the wedge for the only time it breaks 4 months of the year all to themselves
for hours on end everyday.
To the city of Newport the wedge is definitely one of its most recognizable landmarks. It is famous worldwide
for the extremely large rideable waves that it can produce and there is literally no other wave in the world that
draws the same type of attraction as the wedge. Yet the full potential of this special wave is hardly taken
advantage of. When the waves become too big for bodysurfers, countless waves go unridden during the time
blackball is in effect. Think of the potential of allowing surfers to access this scare resource for a few more
hours each day. There is literally no other place in southern california where surfers can go to experience riding
these large of waves and we are not allowing them to because a small select group of bodysurfers have made
absurd claims so that they have been able to secure rights and access to these waves. Again, this blows my
mind.
The issue of danger is one of concern as well. Yes, hardboards clearly can be dangerous in certain situations
while surfing in a shore break environment like the wedge. However, injuries from hardboard collisions at the
wedge are rare and like I mentioned earlier, when blackball is not in effect the takeoff zone and wave itself is an
420
absolute zoo. If surfers were able to access the wedge for more hours throughout the day the amount of people
at the wave would most certainly thin out. Instead of everyone surfing from 6 -10am people could show up later
in the morning or early afternoon and surf from 10 -12pm etc.. therefore helping to change the intense, localized
environment that currently exists in the lineup. The factor of danger in my opinion is irrelevant, its not an issue
now, why would it be an issue if blackball was changed?
I could write much more on this topic but I'll begin to wrap it up. For many many years I solely rode a
bodyboard at the wedge. 1 occasionally bodysurf when I feel like it and surf the upper streets in Newport as
well. I cherish the wedge. It is by far one of the most unique and special places to me in the city of Newport
Beach. As someone who enjoys all disciplines of wave riding I encourage the City of Newport to please please
consider limiting blackball to fewer hours of the day. It is imperative to the future of the wave that we allow
surfers of other types to enjoy this resource and progress wave riding here in southern california. There are no
logical reasons as to why blackball should continue to be oppressive to wave riders of other disciplines. I hope
this email is read and my opinions are considered because as a lifelong citizen of Newport Beach I feel strongly
that the blackball should be reduced to a fewer number of hours or completely removed in order to eliminate
discrimination and allow fair access to one of natures most special resources right in our backyard.
Sincerely,
Scott Braga
421
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Harry Italian <iboogie420 @yahoo.com>
Sent: Friday, October 18, 2013 6:48 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: Not all boards are hazards.
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
A blackball should only apply to hard boards (i.e. surfboards, skimboards) and boards with skeg fins (i.e.
surfboards of all types, even soft foam boards).
The reasons are easy to understand, and are the sole reason the blackball zones were created to begin with. Hard
boards, and boards with skegs can not only cause harm to the rider, but anyone else in the water that the rider/
or board, may come into contact with. Blunt force trauma is a common occurrence when it comes to
surfboards /skimboards, as well as lacerations or large gashes in regards to the "skeg" fins on any surfboard!
Bodyboards/boogie boards - are not hard or rigid the way that surfboards are. Nor do they have skegs, so the
Blackball restrictions should not apply to them. On almost every beach in CA there are Blackball zones which
are strictly for the use of swimmers, bodysurfers & bodyboarders!
There truly is no good reason that Newport beach should restrict bodyboarders from the blackball zones. When
the rule only applies to surfboards in the rest of the state!
422
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Karen Williams <williams5551 @verizon.net>
Sent:
Friday, October 18, 2013 5:07 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
End Blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
The Wedge is a public beach and should be open for use by everyone without restrictions. My
son skimboards and bodyboards frequently at Wedge and has for years. It is one of his
favorite places in Southern California due to the unique beach break. He has never been hit by
anyone elses board and he has never been injured there. In fact, injuries from boards are
fairly rare. Body surfers and boarders have been getting along for years during the non -
blackball months, and I think the concern with public safety is overstated. Certainly there are
many places to body surf waves in Newport Beach and those locations aren't blackballed for 6
months out of the year.
There may have been at time many years ago when having blackball restrictions in place made
sense, but that time has long since passed and the beach needs to be returned to all citizens to
enjoy.
Thank you,
Karen Williams
423
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Mike Jordan <sicksurferl @me.com>
Sent: Friday, October 18, 2013 3:37 PM
To: Blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Blackball should end, hard boards are not dangerous and pose no risk to swimmers, the waves and currents itself pose
more danger then boards! I cannot believe that boards have been banned and it is a silly yet simple problem to solve.
How many swimmers have been injured from hard boards in other areas? Hmm? There are thousands of surf spots
around the world that have bodysurfers and surfers alike catching waves, the ocean is for everyone not just for
bodysurfers. This concerns me so very much I really hope you consider removing blackball.
424
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Jfalzetti <jjfalzetti @gmail.com>
Sent: Friday, October 18, 2013 2:43 PM
To: Blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Hi my name is Joseph Falzetti I'm from newport beach CA and I bodyboard at the wedge on the smallest and biggest
days and I think that the bodysurfers are just a bunch of greedy people they don't need 10 am tell 5 pm to bodysurf the
wedge, they don't even take any sets its just a wast of waves. I think that we should make it like hawaii and have the
people regulate what happens and what doesn't happen because the wedge has a speshal place in my heart and if
someone took that away I don't know what I would do. The best thing to do is just to have a everything goes rule,
bodyboards surfboards skim boards and bodysurfers all shareing the waves, it might be heaktic at first but we will figure
it out
Thanks for considering
425
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
mel <kevin.thoman @cox.net>
Sent:
Friday, October 18, 2013 2:14 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
THE WEDGE
Attachments:
MELS PEAK 1982 SURFERjpg; MELZ WEDGE FIRES SOCIETY.jpg
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Categories: Red Category
Dear Council Members,
I was one of the original Wedge bodysurfers from the 1993 ordinance discussions about the blackball at The Wedge.
We had specific instructions on who to contact and stated our case succinctly and clearly.
The blackball has been in place for 20 years now and I see no reason for ever changing it as far as The Wedge is
concerned.
The Streets areas are another matter enitrely.
The residents of Balboa Peninsula are happy with how things have been handled and the majority of wave - riders using
the area are also fine with the current regulations.
The safety issue is still the same,as is the fairness & usage issues.
As far as The Wedge goes there should be no new rules /ordinance in any discussion of the blackball rules.
I hope this doesn't turn into a big media circus and can be put to rest as far as The Wedge area is concerned.
Thanks for your time.
Sincerely,Kevin "Mel" Thoman
The Wedge Preservation Society
426
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Hank Snapp <snapp.hank @gmail.com>
Sent:
Friday, October 18, 2013 1:35 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject: Black Ball at the Wedge
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear Parks, Beaches, and Recreation Commission,
I wanted to voice some concerns in private 1 have with some proposed changes that might be brought to the
table at Monday's black ball meeting.
First, I have heard through the grape vine, and through posts on public forums that body surfers may be trying
to lobby for drastic expansion of black ball policy under the pretense that surfing, body boarding, and
skimboarding are dangerous to others. Being in the skimboard industry, and having literally witnessed
thousands of skimboarding, surfing and body boarding sessions happen over the past 10 years at Wedge and
various other beaches around the world, I can honestly say that while there are some inherent dangers in
participating in any of these activities, a danger to others is very low on that list.
While this is not a court of law, one legal theory or doctrine that I would like to bring forth is that of clean
hands. In order for the wedge body surfers to make any valid legal claim, their hands need to be free of wrong
doing. Over the years the body surfers have created a climate of intimidation, fear, and lawlessness. There have
been numerous incidents before, after, and during black ball hours of verbal and physical bullying to other wave
riding athletes. I believe this same intimidation, fear, and lawlessness may be used around the up coming
meeting causing some people who may want to voice their opinion in opposition of the current black ball rules
to remain silent "in fear" of what may or may not happen to them when they return to the beach they so
desperately love. I also believe that this type of behavior is also "dangerous to others ", and should be highly
considered should any lobbying of this kind take place.
Regardless, I believe it would be a huge disservice to this world class wave to ban all boards from it year round.
Next, I would like to voice my opinion on the current black ball policy. While I will be at the meeting, due to
the aforementioned paragraph, I think it's prudent for me to voice these concerns in private.
I believe that it discriminatory to grant exclusive use to public space ( "The Wedge ") for a preferred group of
wave riding athletes (body surfers), while not doing so for others (surfers, body boarders, and skimboarders).
Having gone to wedge for the past 10 years, I feel this practice increases tensions in the water as you have 3
disciplines of wave riding trying to ride waves before and after black ball goes into effect thus creating some
what of a free for all during these times. I believe that ending or at the very least amending this rule could
drastically help to cut down a type of "us v. them" mentality that I all too often see there by allowing all wave
riding athletes more time in the water. I believe this would allow for wave riding athletes that go to the wedge to
feel "less pressure" to ride a wave during a given time.
I would urge the City of Newport Beach re- evaluate it's policy found in 95 -116 and all revisions thereto, to
establish rules that can best serve communities which deserve equal access to this public space. Further the city
427
should address and reverse or revise it's discriminatory practice of giving exclusive use of this public space to a
preferred group of wave riding athletes (body surfers).
I appreciate your time to read this, and your consideration in the manner. Please feel free to contact me if you
have any questions.
428
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Taylor Thorne <Taylor @ThorneMail.com>
Sent: Friday, October 18, 2013 12:41 PM
To: Blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
I will not be able to attend the meeting on Monday night because I am in Australia studying at University. I have lived on
the Balboa Peninsula for the past 15 years of my life. I have witnessed many huge swells in the past years along with
plenty of smaller days that are perfect for the locals. I think the blackball laws at this break are completely absurd. There
is no reason that the wedge needs a daily blackball period for 7 hours during the middle of the day for the majority of
south swell season. It's completely absurd. For the city to do it for safety reasons is absurd because even though this is a
heavy wave, there are many more waves around the world that are crazier than this. Surfers are people who enjoy
getting a rush from mother nature, and big south swells are one way to do that. There are surfers from Newport Beach
who have gained respect, paychecks, and careers in surfing for charging the big waves at the wedge. Bodyboarders and
skim boarders are the same. Growing up as a kid, I would only go to watch big waves at wedge before LOAM and after
5PM because it was 'boring' to watch bodysurfers. To outlaw people from doing what they love and taking away privileges
that mother nature provides is completely absurd. The city of Newport Beach should have nothing to do with it. There
should be lifeguards on duty to watch and keep the lineup safe, but as the years have shown, the locals are the ones who
watch out for each other. We all care for each other. Now is a perfect opportunity for me to voice my opinion on this
matter, and I would just like to say thanks for listening and please do not take mother nature away from us surfers,
skimboarders, and bodyboarders. It is immoral and wrong. United States government is supposed to be "by the people
for the people ". Please do not take away our ocean and sport.
The above is my opinion from a surfers point of view. It disregards all economic aspects. If i were to start talking about
the revenue a big south swell at the wedge brings into Newport Beach, that is a whole other topic that any normal person
would be able to conclude allows the economy to prosper.
Taylor Thorne
429
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
To Whom it May Concern:
Alex Mattingley <barrelsauce @gmail.com>
Friday, October 18, 2013 12:35 PM
Blackball
No on the Blackball 365 days /yr
Follow up
Completed
I am all for the blackball June through September but its silly to blackball during the winter at the wedge. The
wave does not exist really from October to April (except on rare occasions) and so you are talking about the
cost of enforcing a blackball in the off season which is completely unnecessary.
Sincerely,
Alex Mattingley
430
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Garrett Dias <garrettdias @yahoo.com>
Sent: Friday, October 18, 2013 12:19 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: Lift blackball restrictions
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Categories: Red Category
As a lifelong resident of Newport Beach i have always enjoyed the Wedge. The current blackball restrictions
cause overcrowding during non- blackball hours. Easing the restrictions would create a more steady stream of
bodyboarders and surfers during the day instead of the current morning and evening rushes.
Please reduce the unnecessary blackball restrictions at the Wedge.
Garrett Dias
431
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Tyler Fox <35781egit @gmail.com>
Sent:
Friday, October 18, 2013 12:12 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Blackball Board Ban at the Wedge
Follow Up Flag:
Follow up
Flag Status:
Completed
To who it may concern,
I signed this petition in order to voice my opinion on the unfair ban on boards of all kind during some times of
the year at the beach being contested. The ban on boards at the beach as far as I am aware is not based in fact or
any study that clearly shows that surfboards or other boards were the major component in resulting injuries. A
study done in 2007 -2012 in New Zealand had shown that only 16% of injuries at beaches were
because of surfboards and others in the board category. The article then states that "... most injuries
were caused by contact with the victim's own board..." While in many beaches they have
surfboards, body boards, and skimboards all in one area closely packed with limit to injuries. The
example there would be Ortley Beach at the Jersey Shore. At the same time the one could argue that
the numbers in the study are unreported but if the ratio holds true then the numbers do
not necessarily lie, but provide a foundation to calculate larger numbers.
Another report published in 2009 found that Lifeguards being present in the area is greatest reducing
factor in beach related injuries. Simply banning one activity does not match up to the effect a well
trained lifeguard has. The study quoted below:
"The purpose of this study was to examine the risk factors for injuries on a beach. It is
important to know all the risk factors for injuries that can happen in a beach to prevent
accidents. Risk factors were grouped in four main categories: beach morphology (BM),
beach equipment (BE), lifeguard service (LS), and miscellaneous aspects (MA). All of
them were evaluated according to their importance using a survey by Spanish and
International experts. Descriptive analysis showed that LS is the main mechanism by
which to reduce injuries on a beach. Lifeguard service in- service training is very
important as are the affluence and activities developed by the beach patrons, the
influences of weather and climate on the beach, and other infrastructures as risk factors
for dangers on beaches."
This same study points to the fact that the most common injury /life threatening action
sustained at a beach is drowning, unassisted by any object other than the waves and
current itself.
If the idea of who is responsible for the injury is the problem, i.e. the town safety board
fails to keep others safe at the beach. There is a simple answer. Lifeguards help, but by
putting signs up near the main entrances to the beach indicating the proper etiquette for
all parties entering the beach. Rating the beach on its hazards and difficulties for those
going into the water.
432
Thank you for your Time,
Tyler F.
Links to studies below:
http://www.abraldes.org/Documentos/00700.pdf
http: //j ournals.humankineties.com /ii are - current- issue /ij are- volume -7- issue -3- august /surfing -ini uries- requiring-
first- aid -in -new -zeal and- 2007 -2012
433
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Chris Walthall < chris walthall @hotmail.com>
Sent: Friday, October 18, 2013 12:03 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: Blackball hearing
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Please let everyone have equal access to enjoy the unique and amazing spot that Wedge is. Please be open to
equal opportunity to enjoy no matter your approach to enjoying whether it be bodysurfing, bodyboarding,
surfing, or skimboarding.
434
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Chris Anderson <andersonchris1994 @yahoo.com>
Sent: Friday, October 18, 2013 11:39 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: RE: Blakcball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Newport Beach is home to some of the best surfers, skimboarders, body surfers, bodyboarders, and photographers in
the world. Each of these sports contributes to Eachother and the city in their own special way, adding diversity to the
local waters. The wedge is well known all around the earth for being one of the most fun and challenging waves to ride.
Every year, thousands are attracted to the city (bringing with them their business to local shops) to watch riders from all
different backgrounds interact with and harness the energy of the raw monster that resides at the far south end of the
balboa peninsula. The ocean is a safe haven, and is the only place where I, along with countless others around the
planet, feel completely free from all the anxieties of daily life. Waves were meant to be ridden and shared, and through
this mutual love and respect for the ocean, bonds are made that can last a lifetime. Is it really fair to take the diversity
out of one of the most prime wave riding spots in the world? I think not. Doing so, in my opinion, would be catastrophic
to the community. I really hope that this decision will be reconsidered and that we can all come to a more logical, fair
compromise. Thank you so much for your time,
Chris Anderson- skimboarder
Sent from myiPhone
435
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Paulo Prietto <paulo.prietto @gmail.com>
Sent: Friday, October 18, 2013 11:23 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: Re: Wedge Blackball
Follow Up Flag: Fallow up
Flag Status: Completed
There are many more board sport enthusiasts like myself who would like to have equal opportunity to enjoy the
Wedge than there are bodysurfers. In a few short days, fellow skimboarders have obtained over 1,300 signatures
in support of eliminating the blackball.
On Fri, Oct 18, 2013 at 11:21 AM, Paulo Prietto <paulo.prietto(),gmail.com> wrote:
To Whom It May Concern,
I have enjoyed skimboarding the Wedge for 15 years. It is my favorite skimboarding beach and one of the most
unique skimboarding beaches in the world. I would like to see the Blackball at Wedge be eliminated to allow
for equal opportunity to enjoy the beach. I feel discriminated that I cannot enjoy the public beach during the
main south swell season. Additionally, I have noticed more conflict before and after Blackball at the Wedge
because there are short time windows to ride the wave and in a short window, people are more willing to take
risk.
There are numerous breaks around the world that are heavier and potentially more dangerous than the Wedge
that don't prohibit boards from the lineup. These breaks allow for equal opportunity unlike the Wedge. There
are inherent risks in going in the ocean regardless of using or not using a board/flotation device. I have seen just
as many bodysurfing accidents as I have board sport accidents. In my opinion, the blackball encourages more
risk to others.
Board Sports attract a lot of visitors to Newport because there are few places in the world that a spectator can
watch a surfer /skimboarder /bodyboarder catch a 20 foot wave. There is an allure to it that is part of Newport
Beach's heritage which brings tourists back year after year.
Paulo Pripttta
Roger's Realty Group
M 949.375.6778 1 T 949.791,6126 1 F 949.675.7673
pprietto@homgroup.com
thero.gers realtyo rou p.com
CRE No. 01878796
436
Paulo Prietto
Roger's Realty Group
Psi 949.375.6778 1 T 949.791.6126 1 F 949.675.7673
pprietto@homgroup.com
therogersrealtvgroup. com
oRE No. Old 767S6
437
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
To Whom It May Concern,
Paulo Prietto <paulo.prietto @gmaitcom>
Friday, October 18, 2013 11:21 AM
Blackball
Wedge Blackball
Follow up
Completed
I have enjoyed skimboarding the Wedge for 15 years. It is my favorite skimboarding beach and one of the most
unique skimboarding beaches in the world. I would like to see the Blackball at Wedge be eliminated to allow
for equal opportunity to enjoy the beach. I feel discriminated that I cannot enjoy the public beach during the
main south swell season. Additionally, I have noticed more conflict before and after Blackball at the Wedge
because there are short time windows to ride the wave and in a short window, people are more willing to take
risk.
There are numerous breaks around the world that are heavier and potentially more dangerous than the Wedge
that don't prohibit boards from the lineup. These breaks allow for equal opportunity unlike the Wedge. There
are inherent risks in going in the ocean regardless of using or not using a board/flotation device. I have seen just
as many bodysurfing accidents as I have board sport accidents. In my opinion, the blackball encourages more
risk to others.
Board Sports attract a lot of visitors to Newport because there are few places in the world that a spectator can
watch a surfer /skimboarder/bodyboarder catch a 20 foot wave. There is an allure to it that is part of Newport
Beach's heritage which brings tourists back year after year.
Paulo Prietto
Roger's Fealty Group
M 949.375.67.8 1 T 949.791.6126 1 F 949.675.7673
pprietto@homgroup.com
th eroo ersrealtva rou p. com
DRE No. 01878795
438
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Ace Future <acefutured @live.com>
Sent:
Friday, October 18, 2013 1036 AM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
I have been surfing /skim boarding /bodyboarding /bodysurfing at the wedge for the past 12 years.
In the last few years I have had the fortune of being in the water down therefor various reasons.
But I still make it down there as often as possible, and other than the people in the water, not
a lot has changed since I was a kid. I have seen small days, and the biggest days out there and
no matter what the conditions, the board of choice has never been a problem.
Yes there will always be beef between the various board rides and bodysurfers, but when it
comes down to it, they all get along for the most part.
Also I have never seen a very serious accident caused by a hard board. A few cuts, bruises, and
scrapes, but it's the wedge. The wave itself is more dangerous than a board.
Blackballing wedge permanently would be not only a huge mistake, but it would the city of
Newport Beach would lose quite a bit of money due to less tourism.
Don't do it.
439
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
Don't do it!!I!!!!!!!!!!
Smith, Alan <ASmith @RivCoDA.org>
Friday, October 18, 2013 10:46 AM
Blackball
Please No Black Ball!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Follow up
Completed
440
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
Dear whom this concerns:
Bryce Einck <bteinck @yahoo.com>
Friday, October 18, 2013 10:19 AM
Blackball
No blackball
Follow up
Completed
My name is Bryce, I'm a skimboarder from Northern California specifically Santa Cruz, and I would like to put in my two
cents on this topic. Personally l believe blackball beaches are reasonable when there is a large quantity of people, but I
wouldn't include the boogie /bodyboarders /spongers in this category. They are choosing to go into the large shore break
beach, such as the wedge, knowing that it is dangerous. The fact that they want to make it blackballed is ridiculous
because it's not their right to be able to have the waves to themselves when surfers and skimboarders want to ride them
too.
If there is to be a blackball at the wedge, in particular, I believe a good alternative to the blackball date and times now
would be to split the day, so the morning is blackballed and the afternoon is not or vise versa. This would allow for all
every day to ride the wedge. Also if this was the determined decision I believe that the different parties ( Ex.
Skimboarders, spongers, surfers) would respect the rules because during their scheduled time there wouldn't be and
interruptions from the other party.
Best Regards,
Bryce Einck
Sent from my iPod
441
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Tyler Stanaland <twstanaland @gmail.com>
Sent: Friday, October 18, 2013 9:37 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: Blackball at The Wedge
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear Newport Beach City Council,
My name is Tyler Stanaland and I am a former Newport Beach Resident, former Laguna Beach Lifeguard and
an avid wave rider at The Wedge for the last 10 years. I have traveled all over the world on surf adventures and
was lucky enough to surf some of the most coveted and historic waves on earth, but there isn't a wave 1
appreciate more then The Wedge. It's my understanding that the blackball was originally created for the safety
of those in the water but in my time spent on the beach 1 have seen significantly more injuries to the body
surfers rather than those riding boards of any sort. In 2012 a body surfer by the name of Gene Peterson, long
time Wedge local, was tossed by a wave and broke his neck. Myself and a few other skimboarders and
bodyboarders helped bring him up the beach and into a safe position for paramedics to treat him. Later in 2012 1
helped pull another body surfer out of the water who had aspirated water from being held under too long. There
have also been multiple occasions where I have had to help rescue spectators who get too close to the shore
break and pulled out into the water, but never in my 10 years have I had to rescue a board rider or seen a board
rider be rescued. In my experience, purely from a safety standpoint, body surfing seems to be more dangerous
and an activity that attracts the less experienced waterman. I know accidents and injuries are inevitable at a
wave of consequence, but The Wedge is one of the world's premier waves and shouldn't be limited to how it
can be enjoyed. While I agree with the idea of the blackball to help create a safer environment, 1 also think the
rule currently and has for decades heavily favored body surfers. Being the smallest population of wave riders, I
do not think body surfers should have exclusive rights to this world -class wave during the entire season in
which it breaks. Please reexamine this blackball rule and ultimately reverse this discriminatory practice so that
we as wave riders can continue to enjoy this treasure with generations to come. I am looking forward to the
discussion Monday night, thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Tyler Westley Stanaland
Tyler Westley Stanaland
949.324.8800
442
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Colter Miller <colter.l.miller @gmail.com>
Sent: Friday, October 18, 2013 8:05 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: Skimboards at The Wedge
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
The Wedge has no known equal in the entire world, let alone California. It is a Mecca for skimboarders the
world over and is without a doubt the most respected wave there is. The thought that it might be further
restricted for use is obscene, especially if done under the guise of safety by a competing interest group. Because
of its repute of power and intensity, it is also commands more respect than any other skimboarding wave and
visitors know not to trifle above their skill set. Collisions and board induced injuries are almost non- existent,
and when compared to other super powered waves around the world Wedge already maintains some of the most
intensive restrictions. Please help protect the right for skimboarders to use the wedge in harmony with other
ocean sports enthusiasts.
Thank you,
Colter Miller
443
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Bob Davis < bdavis .carrozzasurfboards @gmail.com>
Sent: Friday, October 18, 2013 7:30 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: Newport Beach City Council: End Blackball at the Wedge' on Change.org
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
The issues with Ending blackball seem like a cheap shot from the body boarding and body surfing crew to get
rid of stand up type boards at the wedge -
Hiding behind a safety law to be selfish for themselves
Bob Davis
714 -588 -8173
www.CarrozzaSurfboards.com
Facebook.com /carrozzasurf
444
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Marco Alpizar <alpizar89 @gmail.com>
Sent: Friday, October 18, 2013 6:42 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: End Blackball at the Wedge' on Change
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Good Morning,
From my hand and with all the respect, i think that this is unfair, we all have the right to enjoy the ocean, in this
case, the Wedge it is an increidible place to enjoy the amazing shore break, to be honest, from my part, it is
consider as one of the top 3 spots. We need to be grateful for this bless and try to enjoy it the most.
Hopefuly you guys can help us out in that way we can keep having fun, it is a sport, it is not something ilegal or
something bad.
Just in order to finish, I'm from Costa Rica, and let me put it in this way, my dream in terms of skimboarding, is
going to the Wedge and be able to skimboard there and get some sick barrels : ) ....just for you to know. I this
that place is paradise.
Thank you very much in advance for the understanding and hope you guys have a good one.
Regards,
445
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Billy Deflin <deflinw @avonoldfarms.com>
Sent:
Friday, October 18, 2013 6:17 AM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
WEDGE
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
The skimmers should be able to skim year round whenever they want and the boozy boarders and everything else
should be able to do the same
Sent from my iPhone
This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual to whom
they are addressed. If you have received this email in error, please notify the system administrator.
Please note that any views or opinions presented in the email are solely those of the author and do not necessarily
represent those of Avon Old Farms School. Finally, the recipient should check this email and any attachments for the
presence of viruses. Avon Old Farms School accepts no liability for any damage caused by any virus transmitted by this
email.
446
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: David Waters <h2ofoto @aol.com>
Sent: Friday, October 18, 2013 6:04 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: The Wedge Blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
City Counsel,
It is time to end the board blackball at The Wedge in Newport Beach. This is a world famous surfing spot. There is
no public safety issue with surf boards in the water. The black ball is driven by a group of elites, who hide under the
umbrella of public safety, who wish to use The Wedge as their private play ground. I have photographed surfing at The
Wedge several times, and it never fails, the blackball kicks in, boards are out of the water, for 1 or two people to body surf,
if there is anyone there at all. The time has come to remove the Blackball at The Wedge, thank you, Dave
Dave Waters
310 - 367 -5412
447
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Andrew Ebert <lechederos @yahoo.com>
Sent: Friday, October 18, 2013 5:10 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: NO MORE BLACKBALL/ Floatation Device Ban
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
I was born in OC. Surfed Wedge all my time growing up. This was the saddest day for Ocean Lovers of Orange
County, when you decided to ban flotation devices at the Wedge. Its a contradiction to continuing ocean safety
and balance. This Ban has not improved anything for beach goers at the Wedge. it HAS caused more violence
and caused dangerous surfing conditions by forcing wave riders into such a small window to enjoy the waves at
"the world famous Wedge ". Please stop this waste of taxpayers money, and give back the freedom of enjoying
the waves at the Wedge, like every other beach in California. The Wedge should be a proud historic monument,
not a natural beauty hidden behind pointless bans and wave riding prejudice.
Thanks, Andrew Ebert, founder of MoFRENZ...
http://www.wix.com/mofrenz/mofrenz
448
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Doug Stratton <mail @changemail.org>
Sent: Friday, October 18, 2013 4:46 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: 100 new signers: Ali Salcido, Erika Ritzer...
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Categories: Red Category
Another 100 people added their names to Aaron Peluso's petition "Newport Beach City Council: End Blackball
at the Wedge" -- momentum is growing.
There are now 1300 signatures on this petition. Read reasons why people are signing, and respond to Aaron
Peluso by clicking here:
http: / /www.change.org/l)etiti ons/newport- beach -city- council- end - blackball -at -the-
wed ee /responses /new ?response= 23a209ac4101
Dear Newport Beach,
The Wedge is one of the most premiere skimboarding, bodyboarding and surfing waves in the world. Yet for
decades board riders of all types have been prohibited from enjoying this public resource during the majority
of the south swell season. The City of Newport Beach needs to re- evaluate its policy found in resolution 95-
116 and all revisions thereto, to establish rules that can best serve communities which deserve access to this
public space. Further, the city should explicitly address and reverse its discriminatory practice of granting
exclusive use of this public space to a preferred group of wave riding athletes (bodysurfers). Please end
blackball at The Wedge and allow all wave ri ding athletes equal access to this world class location.
Sincerely,
1201. Ali Salcido Guaynabo, Puerto Rico
1202. Erika Ritzer Bethany Beach, Delaware
1203. Arturo Arata Liberia, Costa Rica
1204. earl Northern Portsmouth, Virginia
1205. Kelly Gonsalves Pleasanton, California
1206. Jarod McCormick Rancho santa Margarita, California
1207. Nicholas Foster Severna Park, Maryland
1208. Tony Bernardo Merrick, New York
1209. ian schwieterman costa mesa, California
1210. Patrick Michniuk Arroyo Grande, California
1211. Ian Laurieh Baton Rouge, Louisiana
1212. Ian Hayes San Miguel, California
1213. Kenneth Brandon Newport Beach, California
1214. Matt Avila Santa Ana, California
1215. Mike Sobers Montclair, New Jersey
1216. Arlo king' auckland,
1217. Hannah Hagemann Newport Beach, California
449
1218. ken hodges sarasota fl, Florida
1219. Eileen Maeda fountain valley, California
1220. dakota sottosanto costa mesa, California
1221. Matt Lightner Newport Beach, California
1222. Scott Hulett Costa Mesa, California
1223. Hunter Pauker San Diego, California
1224. Michael Mitchell La Jolla, California
1225. Pat Komick Hermosa Beach, California
1226. logan vadasz truckee, California
1227. Derek Young Lakeside, California
1228. Kellen Givens Newport Beach, California
1229. Ryan Rutkowski laguna niguel, California
1230. Kristin Kenney Newport Beach, California
1231. David Tondreau Vienna, Virginia
1230. Tim Ash, Australia
1230. chance macke costa mesa, California
1232. sam neiger newport beach, California
1234. Marc Johnson Irvine, California
1235. Mike Dotson Laguna Niguel, California
1234. Thibaud Denolle Saint- Maurice, France
1235. Kimberly OBrien Laguna Beach, California
1239. Brandon Myers Newport Beach, California
1240. Ben Lima Yorba Linda, California
1241. Paul Chastang Lakeside, California
1242. Erin Theodora Newport Beach, California
1243. Stephen witczak menifee, California
1244. Ben Koscielniak Santa Cruz, California
1245. Chris berry Huntington Beach, California
1246. David Levin Camarillo, California
1247. Helen Holt Cape Carteret, North Carolina
1248. Gloria Simpson Santa Cruz, California
1249. Derek Ledesma Laguna Niguel, California
1250. Jonathan Howell Savannah, Georgia
1251. Ryan Costello Alpine Meadows, California
1252. Keiao Gucwa- Bucasas Honolulu, Hawaii
1253. Kyle Dettmann Acton, California
1254. Albert Hurtado encinitas, California
1255. Jake Hendry St.Augustine , Vilano Beach, Florida
1256. andrew nelson vancouver, Canada
1257. Sterling Garrett Cypress, California
1258. Bill C Santa Cruz, California
1259. paul gorial Poway, California
1260. Austin Keen Dana Point, California
1261. Steven trout Statesboro, Georgia
1262. Bryce Winters Orange, California
1264. Robert Dunfey las vegas, Nevada
1265. Axel Cristol , France
1266. Austin King Eugene, Oregon
1266. Anthony Bianchi dana point, California
1267. johel alaniz San Jose, Costa Rica
1267. Matthew Spicer newport beach, California
450
1267. Tristan Glentz Irvine, California
1270. Adam Heyde La Mesa, California
1271. chad mark amei dubai, United Arab Emirates
1272. Antoine Lanne , France
1273. Catarina Cruz Lisbon, Portugal
1274. Nicole Lee Kihei, Hawaii
1275. Graham Peralta Cypress, California
1276. Marcus Cliatt Atlanta, Georgia
1277. Roderick Meertens Middelburg, Netherlands
1277. Gregory krolczyk Palm Bay, Florida
1279. Ian Seiiires Davao City, Philippines
1280. Nuno Santos Lisboa, Portugal
1281. Jordan morvan Cork, Ireland
1282. Bruno Sa Recife, Brazil
1283. Chris Whitman Winter Park, Florida
1284. Alejandro Gonzdlez Vicente, Spain
1285. Alicia Pierce St. Augustine, Florida
1286. Matthew Settles Costa Mesa, California
1287. Javier Normand R6denas , Spain
1288. Xavier Nacher, , Spain
1289. Adria Boix , Spain
1290. Andre Lindo Faro, Portugal
1291. manuel cervantes najera cerdanyola valles, Spain
1292. Manuel Bocanegra Aguado , Spain
1293. Edoardo Corda , Italy
1294. Benoit Denolle Schenectady, New York
1295. joao braga Lisboa, Portugal
1296. enrique perez , Spain
1297. Daniel Fopiani Cadiz, Spain
1298. Sean Thornton Hypoluxo, Florida
1299. Robert Ashmore Lake Worth, Florida
1300. Doug Stratton Ocean City, New Jersey
O r
451
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
miloxrod1977 @aol.com
Sent:
Friday, October 18, 2013 1:16 AM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Newport Wedge Blackball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
City Council,
Regarding Resolution 95 -116, Section 4: Special Restrictions.
Section 4: Special Restrictions. No person shall use or possess any floatation device at
the Wedge between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., from May 1" through October
318'. during each year.
In the event that the blackball at the Wedge is not repealed in its entirety, I and behalf of others similarly situated urge
the City Council and blackball committee to repeal Section 4 based on the following:
1.) A flotation device, more specifically, a soft bodyboard or boogieboard is not dangerous to other persons in the
water. I have been bodyboarding at the Wedge for 20 years and have not been injured by a bodyboard. A
bodyboard is composed of styrofoam and other soft materials and as such is not a dangerous object.
2.) Flotation devices can be used to assist others and save lives. As you know, an individual that was partaking in
the sport of bodysurfing drowned at the Wedge in 2009. The lifeguards could not reach the person in time. Other
bodysurfers were not in a position to assist the drowning victim. Perhaps a flotation device such as a bodyboard
could have helped assist the man that was struggling for his life. I and other bodyboarders have assisted persons
in dire situations by the use of our bodyboards as flotation devices.
3.) The skimboarders that have initiated a petition to repeal the blackball at the Wedge is evidence of the social
conditions at the Wedge in 2013. A growing number of surf enthusiasts practicing surfing, bodyboarding, and
skimboarding have become aware that they significantly outnumber the bodysurfing enthusiasts, As such, I
would predict that the surfing, bodyboarding, and skimboarding groups will continuously make efforts to repeal the
blackball at the Wedge.
A repeal of the blackball in its entirety is recommended and would grant full access to the ocean at the Wedge for a
majority of the surf enthusiasts. However, should the City Council decide to sustain the usage of the blackball at the
Wedge, I urge you to repeal section 4.
Thank you,
Milo Rodriguez.
Notary Public, Orange County
452
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Adam Green <adam.green @hotmail.com.au>
Sent:
Thursday, October 17, 2013 11:44 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Blackball, an Australian Point of View
Follow Up Flag: Fallow up
Flag Status: Completed
IR
I am and Australian boadrider who wanted to take this opportunity to comment on the upcoming potential
changes to the blackball ruling.
As an outsider i cannot fathom as to why the blackball ruling came into effect in the first instance, let alone
why it still exists to this day. I think that I speak for all wave riders and extreme sportsmen from around the
entire world when i say that the blackball ruling is a worldwide disgrace, with the only exception to this being
bodysurfers who have no restrictions on their chosen sport. You are restricting access to a public space that is
used for a small percentage of the year to ride some of the biggest, heaviest and most spectacular waves in
the world.
It is not the chosen wavecraft that has the potential to cause injury, it is the individual that choses to take
these risks. A bodysurfer has a far greater chance of breaking their neck or back than someone that is riding a
surfcraft.
I have travelled to Southern California in the pursuit of these waves twice in recent times and if blackball was
left in place as is, or modified for the worse, I would hate to see the effect this would have on the local
tourism. I know that I would not travel again should change not take place.
It is well known throughout the world that the Newport and Laguna area have by far the best skimboarding
waves in the world. If you restrict or limit the use of these recreational areas the effects will be seen.
Kind regards
Adam Green, Perth WA
453
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
To whom it may concern,
Dylan Crooks <crooks.dylan @gmail.com>
Thursday, October 17, 2013 10:39 PM
Blackball
Blackball is dated.
Follow up
Completed
Bodysurfers say all boards are a hazard and too dangerous to be allowed in the water. This is untrue. Boards of all types are
used all around the world in some of the heaviest breaks known to man, and serious collisions with equipment are very
uncommon. Additionally, boards of all types are in the water at the Wedge every day there is swell (before and after blackball)
and serious incidents with boards are very uncommon.
Blackball is a dated concept that should be removed from this specific location. While it may serve a purpose on other beaches
where there are more tourists / people who are less comfortable and aware of their surroundings -- there is no one who is in the
water at The Wedge who matches that description. It is a wave for experts, and experts know how to avoid hazardous situations,
such as a collision with a board.
Lift The Blackball!
Thank you for your time.
Dylan Crooks
454
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Guilherme Vaz <guilhermepvaz @icloud.com>
Sent:
Thursday, October 17, 2013 10:36 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Wedge Blackball Petition
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Hi, greetings from Brazil. My name is Guilherme and I skimboard. Last year I went to Newport beach just because of the
famous wedge in an attempt to catch one of the best wave of my life and have a good time.
First of all I think that Blackballing any beach is wrong, beach is supposed to be for public access, that being said, people
should pay attention and respect each other first of all, either if they are swimmers, bodyboarders, surfers, whatever.
However, I understand the bodysurfers point of view, but theres really nothing to do about it, its like tow in vs. paddle in
a teahupoo, with the advance of technology people just have to find a way to get along, respecting each other.
455
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Barron <barroncamp9 @gmail.com>
Sent:
Thursday, October 17, 2013 10:10 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Black Ball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Black Ball At Wedge Is One Of The Dumbest Thing You Can't Use Any Floatation Device But Any Other Black Ball It Is Just
No Board Surfing The Black Ball Should Be Changed To No Black Ball Or Just No Hard Boards But Softtops Like Wave
Storms Should Be Allowed Even When Black Ball Is Up Just No Hard Boards Like Skim Boards And Surfboards
Sent from Barron B Campbell
456
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
surfotog <surfotog @gmailcom>
Sent:
Thursday, October 17, 2013 9:47 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
input
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
My name is Bill Madigan. I began using Newport as a surf spot in 1959. Before the city's surf license program,
before the groin field existed, and before the Blackball was instituted. I was one of the 6 -7 citizens who
participated in the last preliminary Blackball discussions that took place what seems like a long time ago.
At that time Mr Bill Sharpe was leading the cause for eliminating the Blackball and opening all of Newport up
for year round hardboard access. I sense that a modified version of his failed attempt is emerging once again.
The beach area from River Jetties to the Wedge is 4.5 miles + / -. All this area is open to hardboards all year with
the following restrictions:
The Wedge is shut down from May 1 to Oct 31 l0AM -5PM (600' of
coastline ?)
40th St- 44th St, same as above and 1000' +/- of coastline.
During summer hardboard /standup surfing is not allowed usually between
12PM and 5PM.
For some reason during large South Swells, the Marine Department will hold back the Blackball, in The Point
area, and typically delay, or at times disregard, the 12PM begin enforcement time from 44th towards River
Jetties. This is despite the fact that there may be well over 100 on the beach and near the water,
Participating leading members of this meeting are probably aware that the rest of the Newport area is truly only
subject to the Blackball from the middle of June,
(after most schools have been let out), until Labor Day. And the boat/shore vehicles, at noon during that period,
will begin their Blackball enforcement.
One boat /shore vehicle will begin clearing the water from Schoolyards to north of The Point, if necessary; and
the other boat /shore vehicle will typically start at 44th at noon, and head north towards River Jetties.
So this baits the question as to why a review of the regulations are taking place?
I may be 100°/% wrong, but I venture that hard /standup board surfers want more time and they want
"Boogieland" returned, The Point opened, and more open hours at The Wedge. Why else are we having this
discussion?
Let's not be fooled. This is all about The Wedge, The Point, the Groin Field, and unrestricted access during the
summer. River Jetties already has unlimited access.
So what will be different about this review than the last? Mr. Bill Sharpe went for the "all or nothing" tactic last
time and was um successful. Yes, the hardboard/standup surfers want more access. So what are they willing to
give up, to have certain areas opened? I think you will find that they will not "give up" anything. They will
anticipate, to be able to sway you, with a large turnout, and "non hardboard /standup surfers" be damned!
457
What is needed is some compromise.
The problem you will have is the "macro localism" that exists here. Each area in Newport and especially
Blackies, the Groin Field, and River Jetties has its own "locals ". This problem is really exacerbated in the Groin
Field. You have "boogieland ", 44th St, 48th St, Shores -crew (52nd to 56th) and 56th north.
None of those individual groups is going to concede any further restricted access to their "home break ".
I would suggest the following compromise. Remove the Blackball from 16th -19th St. Open more of a portion
of the area north of 56th to unrestricted access. For those concessions the hardboard /standup surfers must give
up another groin field, specifically 44th -48th for non hardboard /standup use only during the same time as the
existing 40th -44th St restrictions. Their reply will be that they would rather give up 36th -40th. NO DEAL! The
deal is "PRIME REAL ESTATE FOR EQUALLY PRIME REAL ESTATE ". 36th -40th is not comparable
to The Point and Upper West Newport during the summer months, and that is what we are really meeting about,
isn't it?
Enforcement will be an issue. It is already an issue at 40th -44th. No, not an issue, it is often ajoke, especially
before school lets out and after Labor Day. It is the classic "cat and mouse" game. Surfers feel free to use
(poach) the "blackballed boogieland" area during those times and any other time before a guard is on duty,
especially early AM hours. Here's how it goes down. Hardboard /standup surfers use the area at 40th and north,
and 44th and south, at will, until a shore vehicle shows up, and chases them out. They reluctantly paddle
out of the area until the shore vehicle leaves, at which time they return to the restricted lineup area.
You need to put some hurt for the disregard of the Blackball. You need to enforce the existing regulations. You
need to issue citations to surfers who disregard boat and shore vehicle commands. Parking enforcement has no
problem issuing a $75 citation if I pull up to the end of 46th St and stop for 1 minute to see if my friends are
there, but you'll spend 20 minutes of a boat and shore vehicle time, coaxing surfers out of the water before you
proceed north from 44th St.
I saw this statement on someone's blog and was wondering if it is true?
According to the website for Newport Beach, California, surfing is prohibited when the
beach crowd reaches certain levels. If the number of people reaches 100 between the
lifeguard towers, or if there are at least 25 people in the water between towers, or if a
conflict arises between surfers and swimmers, then the lifeguards will blackball the area,
limiting it to swimmers and soft boards only.
I am just wondering why you think a review is necessary unless you are being pressured. I'll try to make it
Monday but if not I wanted to write this.
Thanks for your time,
Bill Madigan
458
Let's review what rights the hardboard surfers have and have had for many years.
459
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Ben Kotin <benkotin @gmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, October 17, 2013 8:23 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: wedge
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Hello,
Please do not ban board riding at the wedge.
Thank you from a local tax payer and concerned resident.
Sincerely,
Ben Kotin. ARM®
benkotin@gmail.com
949 - 338 -9151
460
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Alexis Descas <mail @changemail.org>
Sent: Thursday, October 17, 2013 7:36 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: 100 new signers: Andrew Caban, Michael Wundersitz...
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Another 100 people added their names to Aaron Peluso's petition "Newport Beach City Council: End Blackball
at the Wedge" -- momentum is growing.
There are now 1200 signatures on this petition. Read reasons why people are signing, and respond to Aaron
Peluso by clicking here:
http: / /www. chan ge. org /petitions /newport- beach -city- council- end - blackball- at -the-
wed eg /responses /new ?response=23a209ac4101
Dear Newport Beach,
The Wedge is one of the most premiere skimboarding, bodyboarding and surfing waves in the world. Yet for
decades board riders of all types have been prohibited from enjoying this public resource during the majority
of the south swell season. The City of Newport Beach needs to re- evaluate its policy found in resolution 95-
116 and all revisions thereto, to establish rales that can best serve communities which deserve access to this
public space. Further, the city should explicitly address and reverse its discriminatory practice of granting
exclusive use of this public space to a preferred group of wave riding athletes (bodysurfers). Please end
blackball at The Wedge and allow all wave riding athletes equal access to this world class location.
Sincerely,
1101. Andrew Caban newport beach, California
1102. Michael Wundersitz , Australia
1103. Alex Cullum upland, California
1104. Jan Balas Costa Mesa, California
1105. corey muir placentia, Califomia
1106. Skylar Wilson los angeles, California
1107. Thomas Pastor Cambridge, Massachusetts
1108. earl hulick yorba linda, California
1109. Antonette Bombase Quezon City, Philippines
1110. Zachary Hardy Macon, Georgia
11 11. Eli Asanti Trabuco Canyon, California
1112. Jack Woolford , Australia
1113. Marc Siegel Huntington Beach, California
1114. Brent Saugstad Newport Beach, California
1115. bertrand mennweg , France
1 1 16. Brandon Buckingham Rockford, Michigan
1117. Larry Dunmire Newport Beach, California
1118. Cesar Caminero Hallandale, Florida
1119. Cole Will Pooler, Georgia
461
1121. Carey Conklin Laguna Beach, California
1121. joshua mcdonald newport beach, California
1122. Roman Rey, Spain
1123. Anna Johnson Venice, Florida
1124. Binet Julien , France
It 25. micah clothier Carlsbad, California
1126. josh stauffer newport beach, California
1127. Tyler Kent Newport Beach, California
1128. Bridgette Campbell Newport Beach, California
1129. John Campbell Newport Beach, California
1130. Louise Koevoet Dordrecht, Netherlands
1131. Amber Edmondson Virginia Beach, Virginia
1132. Tiffany Johnson Lakewood, California
1133. Ryan Jones southern shores, North Carolina
1134. Brandon Holle San Luis Obispo, California
1135. Dennis Bress Newport Beach, California
1136. Derek Amado Iligan City, Philippines
1137. Mary Oliver Aliso Viejo, California
1138. dylan greenhill ladera ranch, California
1139. carlos tirado newport beach, California
1140. Vince Navarro Orange, California
1141. Jonathan yoho Tybee Island, Georgia
1142. Pedro Teles Portugal,
1143. alex parker Kihei, Maui, Hawaii
1144. chris lim irvine, California
1145. Andrew Thompson Laguna Niguel, California
1146. tyrone ortiz Newport Beach, California
1147. Craig Bledsoe Huntington Beach, California
1148. Jessie Brown Aliso Viejo, California
1149. matt wilson , Australia
1150. Jonathan Roberts Laguna Beach, California
1151. Griffin Haupert Newport Beach, California
1152. Trent Roberts San Diego, California
1153. Vasco Jordao Lisbon, Portugal
1154. Cody Cree Foothill Ranch, California
1155. Frankie Fini Boynton Beach, Florida
1156. Paula Eytcheson Speedway, Indiana
1158. Christian Barrowclough Daytona Beach, Florida
1158. Brandon Sarhad Laguna Beach, California
1159. David Waters Redondo Beach, California
1160. William Delaney Costa Mesa, California
1161. Ben Young Rancho Santa Margarita, California
1162. Scott Kressin Newport Beach, California
1163. Cameron Matin Irvine, California
1164. Tristan Harris corona del mar, California
1165. Gavin Mulato Mission Viejo, California
1166. Aaron Hoffman, Australia
1167. Corinne Conklin Laguna Beach, California
1168. D. Conklin Laguna Beach, California
1169. kevin wozney san clemente, California
1170. Bette Due Laguna Beach, California
462
117 1. Blair Conklin Berkeley, California
1171. Dave Armstrong Venice, Florida
1173. kimberly conklin Snoqualmie, Washington
1174. Brian Batara Costa Mesa, California
1175. Ivy Lauren Santa Ana, California
1176. Luke Watson Coto de Caza, California
1177. Garrett Farthing Newport Beach, California
1178. Justin Hughes Villa Park, California
1179. Shannon Rohan Costa Mesa, California
1180. Andrew Lewis corona del mar, California
1181. Cameron Pemstein Costa Mesa, California
1182. 011y Adams Imperial Beach, Califomia
1183. Elisa Feliciano Gainesville, Florida
1184. Ann Pruitt Conley, Georgia
1185. Thais Racy Palm Beach, Florida
1186. Skyler F. rockaway, New Jersey
1187. Melissa Tuano Newport Beach, California
1188. Adam Ziegler newport beach, California
1189. adam kohl Daphne, Alabama
1190. nathan gocke hawthome, California
1191. Danielle Roel Encinitas, California
1192. John Tingey Honolulu, Hawaii
1193. James Crawford Gates, North Carolina
1194. riley hunt park city, Utah
1195. brandon gold anonymous, California
1196. Guillermo Galain Montevideo,
1197. Carter Mize Yorktown, Virginia
1198. Tyler Papp Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
1199. Ken Pedevilla Huntington Beach, California
1200. Alexis Descas San Francisco, California
H
463
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Brown, Leilani
Sent:
Thursday, October 17, 2013 3:49 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
FW: Wedge Blackball Ordinance issue
Follow Up Flag:
Follow up
Flag Status:
Completed
Categories: Red Category
Leilani I. Brown, MMC
City Clerk
City of Newport Beach
100 Civic Center Drive I Newport Beach I CA 192660
T (949) 644 -3005 1 F (949) 644 -3039 1 Ibrown(d),newpodbeachca.gov
Serving the Public with Integrity and Professionalism
Regular Business Hours, Excluding Holidays:
Monday to Thursday: 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Friday: 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
From: City Clerk's Office
Sent: Thursday, October 17, 2013 3:03 PM
To: Brown, Leilani
Subject: FW: Wedge Blackball Ordinance issue
From: Ron Romanosky [mailto:rromanosky @ca.rr.com]
Sent: Thursday, October 17, 2013 2:59 PM
To: Dept - City Council
Cc: City Clerk's Office
Subject: Wedge Blackball Ordinance issue
Dear Mayor and Council Members,
My letter concerns a Laguna Beach skim board builder's attempts to overturn the Wedge Blackball
Ordinance.
It should be noted that the ordinance was enacted in 1993 to ensure that all wave riders, be they bodysurfers
or board riders, each received a fair portion of a day's waves at the Wedge. Fairness addressed only one
concern.
464
The other addressed safety— bodies, bodysurfers and boards do not mix well at Wedge, especially during the
summer when crowds are the norm. Hence the well- reasoned Wedge Blackball. For any Council Person who
may not know the details, the enforcement period is from May 1 through Oct. 31, from 10 am to 5 pm. The
affected water area extends from the west jetty to the P lifeguard tower. Please also note that 'Cyls', the
break to the immediate right of Wedge, is more often than not populated by board riders during the summer
Blackball, when in fact the ordinance reads they should surf from P tower northwards.
For all intents and purposes the ordinance is onlyfully enforced during the 3 summer months when a lifeguard
mans the W tower. Prior to those 3 months board riders have the Wedge virtually to themselves, for a
lifeguard is rarely present the rest of the year. And, given the ease and quickness with which board riders
catch waves it only takes several to dominate the waves and discourage most attempts at bodysurfing. To
state the obvious: board riders get far more than their fair share of the Wedge pie.
firmly believe that Newport Beach should maintain the Wedge Blackball as it is currently on the books. And
because the Wedge has more than earned its reputation as a dangerous break I also believe it is in the city's
best interests to post a lifeguard at Wedge whenever waves and conditions warrant. Life guarded or not,
people will get hurt here.
Thank you for your consideration.
Respectfully.
Ron Romanosky
POB 4045
Balboa, CA. 92661
465
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Patrick Griley <mail @changemail.org>
Sent: Wednesday, October 16, 2013 4:58 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: 25 more people signed: Chris Jenkins, Oscar Ruiz Martinez...
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
25 people recently add their names to Aaron Peluso's petition "Newport Beach City Council: End Blackball at
the Wedge ". That means more than 500 people have signed on.
There are now 1027 signatures on this petition. Read reasons why people are signing, and respond to Aaron
Peluso by clicking here:
http: / /www. change.org/petitions /newport- beach -city- council- end - blackball- at -the-
wedge /responses /new ?response =23 a209ac4101
Dear Newport Beach,
The Wedge is one of the most premiere skimboarding, bodyboarding and surfing waves in the world. Yet for
decades board riders of all types have been prohibited from enjoying this public resource during the majority
of the south swell season. The City of Newport Beach needs to re- evaluate its policy found in resolution 95-
116 and all revisions thereto, to establish rules that can best serve communities which deserve access to this
public space. Further, the city should explicitly address and reverse its discriminatory practice of granting
exclusive use of this public space to a preferred group of wave riding athletes (bodysurfers). Please end
blackball at The Wedge and allow all wave riding athletes equal access to this world class location.
Sincerely,
975. Chris Jenkins Mermaid Waters, Australia
976. Oscar Ruiz Martinez, United Kingdom
977. adam szymanski las vegas, Nevada
978. Alex Perez Mission viejo, Califomia
979. Tyler Schwartz Newport Beach, Califomia
980. Gavin Zillman Laguna Niguel, California
981. Robert Lee Mission viejo, California
982. Mitchell Gray Newport Beach, California
983. Robert Ortiz Phoenix, Arizona
984. adam thornton Aliso Viejo, California
985. Connor Corrigan Newport Beach, California
986. mandy spielvogel Tampa, Florida
987. Logan Schoembs Laguna Beach, California
988. Matt Pinniger Irvine, California
989. weston Feltch yorba linda, California
990. solmar curtiss huntington beach, California
991. Andrew Fischer Huntington Beach, California
992. Michelle Sheinin Marina del Rey, California
993. brandon hargraves newportbeach, California
466
994. Greg Knapp San Francisco, California
995. Ryan Ferryman Costa Mesa, California
997. cheyne terjesen dana point, California
998. jason cascy Huntington Beach, California
999. Tim Willis costa mesa, California
1000. Patrick Griley Huntington Beach, California
u
467
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
Categories:
Rob Williams & Mike Halphide,
Bill Sharp <bills @billabong.com>
Wednesday, October 16, 2013 2:02 PM
Blackball
Blackball Working Group
Follow up
Completed
Red Category
Brent Jacobsen sent me your way as I've been pretty active in each of the blackball discussions going back to 1978, and I
more or less led the citizen push in 1995 to scrap the 12 -4 requirement and give the Marine Dept. the discretion to adjust
how the blackball could be applied based on the conditions of the day. I don't think there are many people with a better
historical perspective of how the surfing laws and special use areas have been adjusted over this period, and I would like
to participate in the process once again.
I've heard a lot of random talk around town in the last week and I'm starting to get concerned that the Monday meeting will
have a wild variety of special interest groups passionately pushing for radical changes to suit their own personal desires.
I'm taking the opportunity to introduce myself now just in case the proceedings on Monday take any odd turns and hamper
quality discussion.
My position is that the Lifeguards have done an ever - improving job of using discretion and this summer there were more
afternoon waves enjoyed by the surfing community than ever before in the City's history. I believe the priority above all is
public safety and I recognize there is a limit to the resources available to the Marine Department. Given that, I think that
requiring the Lifeguards to divert resources from safety to enforcement of the 40th -44th Street special recreational
privilege zone might not be the best policy. I see that as the main issue at this time. Compared to the mid 70s, things are
pretty cool now.
There are a few other minor tweaks I'd like to see personally, but I recognize the need for calm give and take discussions
and I hope to stand up as the voice of reason. I began the last push in 1995 after talking to Eric Bauer about the drain on
resources that the 12 -4 requirement had become to the Department and I hope to again work toward adjusting some
outdated regulations if it helps you do your job more effectively. If that also adds to the recreational opportunities for the
vast majority of users, it's a win -win.
If you want to touch base before the meeting, please do. Otherwise I will say hello on Monday.
Regards,
Bill Sharp
Event Director
Billabong XXL Big Wave Awards
1500 Haven Place
Newport Beach, CA 92663
949- 230 -6162
468
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
William Simmons <customerservice @ ideal - surf.com>
Sent:
Wednesday, October 16, 2013 1:07 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
BLACK BALL
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Hi,
I am writing this office to share some insight on the Black Ball revision consideration. This is a brief overview.
Currently, a very high percentage of Newport Beach Residents are in some way associated with Surfing in
Newport Beach. This information has not been formally conducted in a census, but it is plain knowledge to
anyone who lives in the town. The Black Ball rule that goes into effect every summer actually encourages
temporary out migration of the Newport Beach resident, and encourages in migration of transients.
What this means is that dollars that would normally be spent by the residents and local surrounding community,
are being spent elsewhere, such as Huntington Beach or South Orange county by the people who would have
normally sought to support local businesses in Newport.
The overcrowding of transients in this area is due mainly to the fact that the general approach to city revenue is
driven by tourist dollars. However, the fact remains that typically a traveler to this area brings resources. On a
daily basis throughout the summer you will see hundreds of thousands of daily visitors to the Balboa Island
region, and out of these 100s of thousands a vast majority spends the time at the beaches. In most cases they
come in large groups with prepackaged foods, and typically remain in the beach areas without really
contributing any added revenue to the businesses. It may appear from an external view that basic numbers
support the revenue stream but in reality the people that are spending money at these locales are typically
people who have longer than a day stays, or patrons of the local bars and eateries.
In short. what this means is that the people who are actually catered to through regulations like the Black Ball,
are in fact the people that spend the least amount of money. At the same time, the tourists who arrive to spend a
week or more, as well as the locals and surrounding local community, are forced out of the revenue stream by
the very same measures.
So what are the pros and cons of revising the Black Ball.
Pros: More local and residential appreciation in the revenue stream to local business, more diverse conditions
for long term tourist revenue. A broader variety of accessibility to the main sources of attraction (Beaches), and
a more educated and able body in the water (The percentages of Surfers who are familiar with adverse ocean
conditions and safety, is FAR GREATER than that of the general public at large).
Cons: Considering that the blackball revision is not intended to take away swim zones, there really would not be
much change for the beneficiaries (swimmers), excepting a more populated zone. Considering these numbers
fluctuate greatly anyway regardless of the Black Ball, really means there would be minimal effect on the
swimmers.
Debate: Parking revenue could be considered up for debate but raising the Blackball does not actually create
less demand for parking. It simply shifts the demand to a different demographic. So parking would really be
unaffected as surfers take the place of swimmers. Revenue from tickets from disruptions top the Blackball is
469
minimal, so there really is not a loss of revenue from loss of ticketing in the water. Lifeguards will still be
needed, and in fact the job of the lifeguard could be made more efficient by allowing surfers, again because of a
higher knowledge base for adverse ocean conditions. This could actually lead to a more efficient life guarding
system with more acute areas of real need, where guards can focus more attention rather then be spread out over
a broader area. This could also, lead to a higher revenue base for violations from two groups, swimmers and
surfers, as they border each others zones.
All in all, The total restriction of SURFING due to the Black Ball regulation is harming the revenue stream of
locals and residents to the Newport Beaches. Any lost revenue to changing the code is minimal, and in fact the
allowance of swimmer only beaches may be detracting from the prestige of the Beaches themselves, and
actually harming revenue by Local Residents and Long Term vacationers.
It is time for the Black Ball rule to be amended, and allow a more diverse landscape in the Newport Beach
arena.
Will Simmons
I Deal Surf and Skate
1820 Newport Blvd.
Costa Mesa Ca 92627
(949) 548 -7873
IDeal- Surf.com
470
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Chandler Norton <mail @changemail.org>
Sent: Wednesday, October 16, 2013 8:11 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: 25 more people signed: Julien Beuvignon, Tim Anderson...
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
25 people recently add their names to Aaron Peluso's petition "Newport Beach City Council: End Blackball at
the Wedge ". That means more than 500 people have signed on.
There are now 914 signatures on this petition. Read reasons why people are signing, and respond to Aaron
Peluso by clicking here:
htty: / /www chan e.or etitions /newport- beach - city - council- end - blackball- at -the-
wedge/ responses /new ?response= 23a209ac4101
Dear Newport Beach,
The Wedge is one of the most premiere skimboarding, bodyboarding and surfing waves in the world. Yet for
decades board riders of all types have been prohibited from enjoying this public resource during the majority
of the south swell season. The City of Newport Beach needs to re- evaluate its policy found in resolution 95-
116 and all revisions thereto, to establish rules that can best serve communities which deserve access to this
public space. Further, the city should explicitly address and reverse its discriminatory practice of granting
exclusive use of this public space to a preferred group of wave riding athletes (bodysurfers). Please end
blackball at The Wedge and allow all wave riding athletes equal access to this world class location.
Sincerely,
876. Julien Beuvignon , France
877. Tim Anderson Reedley, California
878. Thaddeus Brians Costa Mesa, California
879. Weston Derbonne Dana Point, California
880. Mohd Faizal Ahmad Singapore, Singapore
881, Trevor Stanaland Laguna Beach, California
882. Girard Adeline, France
883. Frederico Porto Porto, Portugal
884. enrique del solar oceanside, California
885. Bryon Garcia Pico Rivera, California
886. Peter Parra Fontana, California
887. Duncan Robinson, Australia
888. Nathan Hennessy, Australia
889. Jason Duff, Australia
890. zach kachad , United States
891. Mary Boncutter Newport Beach, California
892. wendy cassidy newport beach, California
893. Artur Ferraz Martins Sao Paulo, Brazil
894. Andrew Whynaught San Juan Capistrano, California
471
895. Maxwell McElligott Tampa, Florida
896. Diogo Dornelas Guarapari, Brazil
897. Jane Pauley Wyandotte, Michigan
898. Joshua Piovesan Grand Rapids, Michigan
899. John Morris Newport Beach, California
900. Chandler Norton Newport Beach, California
0,'
472
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: josh hoyer <josh_hoyer @yahoo.com>
Sent: Wednesday, October 16, 2013 7:40 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: blackball signature
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
I believe that the days and hours of blackball at the Wedge should change. it would reduce crowds during the
few hours when it is not blackball and create a safer environment for all. boards and bodysurfers shouldnt mix
out there. so, give the swimmers a safe environment.
Josh Hoyer
473
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Aaron Peluso <mail @changemail.org>
Sent: Wednesday, October 16, 2013 12:32 AM
To: Blackball
Subject: New petition to you: Newport Beach City Council: End Blackball at the Wedge
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Dear Newport Beach,
Aaron Peluso started a petition "Newport Beach City Council: End Blackball at the Wedge" targeting you on
Change.org that's starting to pick up steam.
Change.org is the world's largest petition platform that gives anyone, anywhere the tools they need to start, join
and win campaigns for change. Change.org never starts petitions on our own -- petitions on the website, like
"Newport Beach City Council: End Blackball at the Wedge ", are started by users.
While "Newport Beach City Council: End Blackball at the Wedge" is active, you'll receive an email each time a
signer leaves a comment explaining why he or she is signing. You'll also receive periodic updates about the
petition's status.
Here's what you can do right now to resolve the petition:
Review the petition. Here's a link:
o <_ "" a= " " >http: / /www.chant;e.org /petitions /newport- beach -city- council- end - blackball- at -the-
wedge
See the 877 signers and their reasons for signing on the petition page.
Respond to the petition creator by sending a message here:
http: / /www. change.or2lpetitionslnc"ort- beach - city - council- end - blackball- at -the-
wedge /responses /new ?response =23 a209ae4101
Sincerely,
Change.org
There arc now 877 signatures on this petition. Read reasons why people are signing, and respond to Aaron
Peluso by clicking here:
hqp: / /www. change. org /petitions /newport- beach - city- counci 1- end - blackball- at -the-
wed eg_ /responses /new ?response= 23a209ac4101
Ix
474
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
martinhenke <martin @mhenke.com>
Sent:
Tuesday, October 15, 2013 8:22 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
blackball /wedge /bodysurfing
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
to whom it may concern ,my name is martin henke and i am a bodysurfer, , i was one of the
original signers of the petition for the blackball at the wedge in 1992/93 and i am still bodysurfing today i log a minimurr
of 40 days a year at the wedge ,so i have pretty good knowledge of what goes on there . keeping the black ball at wedge
the way it is now is the safest way for body surfers to enjoy the waves and keep fights down to a minimum , keeping the
blackball at wedge and enforcing it would be a dream come true, how can i help the city of newport beach make my
dream come true? thank you for your time,sincerely Martin Henke
475
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Eric Thulander <thulelt @yahoo.com>
Sent: Tuesday, October 15, 2013 6:20 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: Blackball keep it
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Categories: Red Category
If Newport takes away Blackball at the Wedge there is going to be more fights and more people hurt and not to mention
law suits PLEAS KEEP BLACKBALL ATTHE WEDGE.
476
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Artie Thomas <artiecracker @ca.rr.com>
Sent: Monday, October 14, 2013 7:02 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: Blackball at Blackies
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
It would be very nice to be able to come to surf a summer afternoon after work. I've tried a couple of times but the
beach was blackballed. Sometimes I don't see enough people in the water to warrant it. Could you section the beach
out to let the surfers have the areas where the surf is breaking or is too dangerous for small kids? Make it clear what the
flags mean as compared with the boards. I know sometimes you allow surfing past the tower on the north end.
Just some thoughts. Thanks for your time.
Artie Thomas
Costa Mesa
477
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Natalie.Lawson @CH2M.com
Sent:
Monday, October 14, 2013 3:33 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Blackball review
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Categories: Red Category
Hello!
I just wanted to write a quick note regarding the review of the blackball flag - particularly for the stretch near the pier,
known locally as Blackies. I certainly understand that most swimmers do not watch out for surfers and that at least a
partial blackball of the beach is necessary. Many of us who surf, though, are around the entire year, paying our parking
fees and patronizing the local establishments. We would love for the council to consider us, as well as the summer
visitors.
In the coming years, I (and several others who regularly surf this spot) would love for the committee to consider leaving
part of the beach open for surfing with no swimmers during the summers, however. It is a great little stretch of beach -
particularly for those of us with kids or friends who are just learning to surf. My 8 year old little girl started surfing this
summer and few beaches are better for learning than Blackies. Unfortunately, during the warmer months, when more
learners start, the hours for surfing are rather limited by the blackball.
I did want to say that I appreciate that this past summer, the area past 24" street was open longer than in previous
years. I really hope that at the very least that bit of consideration continues!
Thank you for your time.
Cheers,
Nai Lawson, M.A., RPA
Archaeologist
CH2M HILL
6 Hutton Centre, Suite 700, Santa. Ana, CA 92707
714- 628 -9666, fax 714- 424 -2246
478
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Skip Snead <ski psnead2000@yahoo.com >
Sent: Monday, October 14, 2013 12:58 PM
To: Blackball
Subject: blackball thoughts
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Categories: Red Category
I have grown up in Newport and blackball is very important on small days because the risk of injury is unavoidable due to
so many surfers.
As long as there are young kids in the water, there should be a blackball.
With SUP boards weighing 40 lbs. there should be a blackball
as long as surfers continue to NOT wear surf leashes, there should be black ball.
No blackball in Fall, Winter and Spring is Fine.
But as a parent of a kid who is in the water all the time, there should be blackball between all the jetties unless it is too
big or red flag conditions.
If there is red flag there should not be black ball
I would rather not put my name on this since i am a publisher of an OC surf magazine ..,
Black Ball is fine. Having it go up from noon to 5 pm in the summer is no big deal.
If someone is injured the city will be sued over and over and over ....
479
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Joe Batista <joe.batista89 @gmail.com>
Sent:
Monday, October 14, 2013 11:46 AM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Blackball Feedback
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Categories: Red Category
Hello,
Saw a few articles about the upcoming meetings regarding the Blackball situation in Newport. i am a surfer
(stand up surfboard not bodyboard) who enjoys going to Newport for it's waves. Undoubtedly it is a very
common destination for a lot of surfers. I see the need for safety with the blackballs but my input is that they
don't need to be on every jetty. Perhaps ban swimming from a few jetty's and reserve them for surfing so that
there is a compromise for surfers and swimmers. Letting surfers come during the day should even promote
business in local shops and restaurants for surfers like myself who like a good snack after a surf.
Thanks for your time. I will be following the information in the meetings!
Joe Batista, CSCS
http : / /primalfitnesscenters.com /ioe- batista/
http://www.trainerspace.com/ioebcscs
480
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Sent:
To:
Cc:
Subject:
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
Categories:
Dear City of Newport Beach,
Susan Skinner <seskinner @me.com>
Monday, October 14, 2013 6:34 AM
Blackball
Skinner Nancy
Save the blackball!
Follow up
Completed
Red Category
Please do not modify the blackball rules at 41st Street. Those of us who swim after hours and in the non - summer
months really appreciate being able to swim safely without having to dodge hard boards.
Thank you,
Susan Skinner
Sent from my iPhone
481
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Jeff Stevens <jstevens767 @gmail.com>
Sent:
Monday, October 14, 2013 6:23 AM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Blackball mailing list
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
I am unable to attend the Monday 6PM meeting but as a bodysurfer, surfer, resident of Newport Beach and ex-
lifeguard, I would like to participate and contribute to this important issue.
Please add me to your mailing list and let me know how 1 can be involved since 1 cannot make the Monday
meeting.
Thank you,
Jeff
482
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Chris Karjala <ckarjala @gmail.com>
Sent:
Sunday, October 13, 2013 4:38 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Please eliminate Blackball from Newport's beaches
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Hello,
It with my deepest respect that I wish to provide my input on the subject of Blackball restricting surfing
throughout the beaches of Newport. Please consider removing Blackball from the beaches of Newport. I am an
avid surfer and have a great respect for the ocean and the rights of everyone to enjoy the beaches as they
choose, so long as they do so with consideration for others. I am extremely cautious when there are other
people near where I am surfing, I always wear a leash, and I maintain control of my board at all times. I feel
that opening up the beaches to surfers will result in a friendlier community as the surfers will not be competing
for waves in such limited spaces and timeframes as they currently do.
I have suffered through decades of this ridiculous and overreaching restriction and I am thrilled to hear that
there is consideration of its removal.
Thank you very much for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Chris Karjala
ekarj alaggmail.com
483
Mulvey, Jennifer
From:
Barrymacl @aol.com
Sent:
Saturday, October 12, 2013 4:51 PM
To:
Blackball
Subject:
Comments on Black Ball
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
I am a surfer of 50 years plus, father of 4 and grandfather of 5. 1 believe that the Blackball should be
lifted in some of the areas during the summer. For the past 20 years I have owned a tri -plex on the
Penniulsa and am very frustrated that I can not teach my grandchildren to surf because of the
Blackball. I end up going to Huntington and spending money there. I have many times seen the
Blackball up with few if any people in the water. I do believe that to protect swimmers and smaller
children that all surfers durinq the summer months should be required to wear a surf board leash.
Over the years I have seen many people get hit by a loose surfboard particularly smaller children as
the surf board is thrown in the surf towards shore. In other areas where I surf (San Onofre) loose surf
boards are not stopped by other surfers and are let to wash to shore and over rocks (we hope).
Typically the unleashed surfboards are long boards that are extremely dangerous. You will note that
probably 95% of the surfers use leashes but the 5% can damage it for everybody. I truly believe that
it is time for Newport to revisit this very outdated thinking. As Newport stays the same the other beach
communities like Huntington continue to grow and attract more visitors and certainly money.
Respectfully yours,
Barry Mc Kinley
484
Mulvey, Jennifer
From: Prkringbo2 @aol.com
Sent: Saturday, October 12, 2013 8:53 AM
To: Blackball
Cc: Gardnerncy @aol.com; Daigle, Leslie; Curry, Keith; Kiff, Dave
Subject: Making changes...just to make changes are we?
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
*Attn: Blackball Evaluation Committee - City of Newport Beach
It continues to appear that our great City has too much time on it's hands. It seemingly just wants to
change and evaluate things, simply "because THEY haven't done it before!"
Having surfed since the 60's in Newport Beach, we can honestly say - we have seen every garden variety
of Blackball implementation. Once they closed every beach from loam to 5pm to board surfers. EVERY
BEACH mind you! The days that were finally considered exceptions were on RED Flag days - when it
was very dangerous for anyone to go into the water. They allowed "so- called" athletic and professional
body and board surfers to enter at "their own risk "! Today, if someone was paralyzed at the Wedge -
they probably would be busy worrying about who would pay the charges to the local Trauma Hospital
that took such cases.
In the sixties it was easy - the River Jetty and the streets around 40th street on the Peninsula were
allowed to board surfer 365 days a year. No blackball. The areas around the Newport pier were allowed
on the North side - some 500 feet and maybe 200 feet to the south side - but regulated during only the
summer months from May 15th to September 15th ... when kids went back to school.
OK, get your input from the local surfing community. Ask them which four areas they would love to
have 24/7 access to, 365 days a year. Ask them! Then you can get into the minutia of whether the
equipment they use are Foam Boards, Short Boards or the evil Long Boards. You can ask about Boogie
Boards, Skim Boards, Intertubes and River Rafts, Kayaks, Paddle Boards, Tow in Jet Ski's, Windsurfers,
Sailboats and even errant logs that have fallin off passing Oil Tankers.
Have fun with this - but please, don't screw over those that either live in Newport Beach or visit Newport
Beach to enjoy the waves. There is little doubt that any type of Bullying or Surf Nazi behavior - should
not be tolerated. Keeping that in mind, it currently seems that the NB Lifeguard staff and the NBPD
have a pretty good working relationship when it comes to these issues and that should not change EVER!
OK, you have heard our piece. Just don't change things .... just because you want change rather than
making sure that all the realities have not changed much since 1960!
Public access is one thing - Designated Surf Areas are Old School and we believe - the right school to
follow.
Ron & Anna Winship
428 Seaward Rd.
Corona del Mar, CA 92625 -2616
485