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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-06-2016 PBR AGENDACITY OF NEWPORT BEACH PARKS, BEACHES AND RECREATION COMMISSION AGENDA Council Chambers - 100 Civic Center Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660 Tuesday, September 6, 2016 - 6:00 PM Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission Members: Marie Marston, Chair Laird Hayes, Vice Chair Tom Anderson, Commissioner Ron Cole, Commissioner Roy Englebrecht, Commissioner David Granoff, Commissioner Walt Howald, Commissioner Staff Members: Laura Detweiler, Recreation & Senior Services Director Mike Pisani, Municipal Operations Director Sean Levin, Recreation & Senior Services Deputy Director Dan Sereno, Landscape Manager Teri Craig, Administrative Support Specialist Marie Lindeman, Administrative Support Specialist The Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission is subject to the Ralph M. Brown Act. Among other things, the Brown Act requires that the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission agenda be posted at least seventy-two (72) hours in advance of each regular meeting and that the public be allowed to comment on agenda items before the Commission and items not on the agenda but are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission. The Chair may limit public comments to a reasonable amount of time, generally three (3) minutes per person. It is the intention of the City of Newport Beach to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) The City of Newport Beach’s goal is to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in all respects. If, as an attendee or a participant at this meeting, you will need special assistance beyond what is normally provided, we will attempt to accommodate you in every reasonable manner. Please contact the Recreation Department at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to the meeting to inform us of your particular needs and to determine if accommodation is feasible at (949) 644-3158 or recreation@newportbeachca.gov. NOTICE REGARDING PRESENTATIONS REQUIRING USE OF CITY EQUIPMENT Any presentation requiring the use of the City of Newport Beach’s equipment must be submitted to the Recreation Department 24 hours prior to the scheduled meeting. I.CALL MEETING TO ORDER OF THE PB&R COMMISSION II.ROLL CALL III.PRESENTATION TO JOHN CONWAY, URBAN FORESTER IV.NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC The City provides a yellow sign-in card to assist in the preparation of the minutes. The completion of the card isn’t required in order to address the Commission. If the optional sign-in card has been completed, it should be placed in the box provided at the podium. The Commission welcomes and encourages community participation. Public comments are generally limited to three (3) minutes per person to allow everyone to speak. Written comments are encouraged as well. The Commission has the discretion to extend or shorten the time limit on agenda or non-agenda items. As a courtesy, please turn cell phones off or set in the silent mode. September 6, 2016 Page 2 Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission Meeting V.PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CONSENT CALENDAR This is the time in which Commissioners may pull items from the Consent Calendar for discussion (Items VI-A through VI-D). Public comments are also invited on Consent Calendar. Speakers must limit comments to three (3) minutes. Before speaking, please state your name for the record. If any item is removed from the Consent Calendar by a Commissioner, members of the public are invited to speak on each item for up to three (3) minutes per item. All matters listed under Consent Calendar are considered to be routine and will all be enacted by one motion in the form listed below. Commissioners have received detailed staff reports on each of the items recommending an action. There will be no separate discussion of the items prior to the time the PB&R Commission votes on the motion unless members of the Commission request specific items to be discussed and/or removed from the Consent Calendar for separate action. VI.CONSENT CALENDAR Minutes of the August 2, 2016 PB&R Commission MeetingA. Waive reading of subject minutes, approve and order filed. 08-02-2016 DRAFT PB&R Minutes Parks, Trees & Beach Maintenance Divisions Activities ReportB. Receive/file Acitivity Report of past and upcoming projects and events. MOD Activity Report Recreation & Senior Services Activity ReportC. Receive/file Acitivity Report of past and upcoming projects and events. RSS Activity Report Bench & Tree Donation - Bonita Canyon Sports ParkD. Approve the donation of a Tipuana tipu (Tipu) tree and a Pasadena Series bench for Timothy Trout at Bonita Canyon Sports Park. Staff Report Attachments A-E VII.CURRENT BUSINESS Final Design for Permanent Pickleball Courts at Bonita Canyon Sports Park West/Field 6 A. Review and provide feedback on the final design for four (4) permanent pickleball courts at Bonita Canyon Sports Park West/Field 6. Staff report with Attachments A-C Pickleball PowerPoint Correspondence 239 Carnation Petition received 9-6-16 September 6, 2016 Page 3 Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission Meeting Newport Beach Sustainability PlanB. A. Review and discuss Sustainability Plan; and B. Direct staff to report any comments and/or recommendations to the City Council. Staff Report Attachments A-F Sustainability PowerPoint Continuation: Follow-up - Removal of Two Washingtonia Robusta (Mexican Fan Palm) Trees - 239 Carnation Avenue C. A.Uphold the Municipal Operations Director’s (MOD) decision to remove two Washingtonia robusta (Mexican fan palm) trees at 239 Carnation Avenue, Corona del Mar in order for development of the property to occur; or B,Approve the relocation of one or two Washingtonia robusta (Mexican fan palm) trees at the expense of the property owner elsewhere on the property. Staff Report Attachments A-C Correspondence received re 239 Carnation Reforestation Request - 2845 Cassia StreetD. Consider the reforestation request of a City Schnius terebinthifoliys (Brazilian Pepper) tree by Jack Schoellerman at 2845 Cassia Street. If approved the tree will be replaced with a 36" box Magnolia Cultivar at the applicant's cost. Staff Report Attachments A-D VIII.ANNOUNCEMENT / FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS PB&R Commission / staff announcements / Ad Hoc Committee updates or matters which Commission members would like placed on future agendas for further discussion (this is a non-disussion item). IX.PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS Public comments are invited on non agenda items generally considered to be within the subject matter jurisdiction of the PB&R Commission. Speakers must limit comments to three (3) minutes. Before speaking, we invite, but do not require, you to state your name for the record. The Commission has the discretion to extend or shorten the speakers’ time limit on non agenda items, provided the time limit adjustment is applied equally to all speakers. As a courtesy, please turn cell phones off or set them in the silent mode. September 6, 2016 Page 4 Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission Meeting X.ADJOURNMENT CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission Regular Meeting August 2, 2016 – 6:00 PM I. CALL MEETING OF THE PARKS, BEACHES & RECREATION COMMISSION TO ORDER – 6pm II. ROLL CALL Present: Marie Marston, Chair Laird Hayes, Vice Chair Tom Anderson Roy Englebrecht Dave Granoff Walt Howald, Chair Excused: Ron Cole Staff: Laura Detweiler, Recreation & Senior Services Director Mike Pisani, Municipal Operations Director Sean Levin, Recreation & Senior Services Deputy Director Dan Sereno, Landscape Manager Teri Craig, Administrative Support Specialist Marie Lindeman, Administrative Support Specialist Justin Schmillen, Recreation Manager Michelle Clemente, Natural Resources Supervisor III. WATER FESTIVAL PRESENTATION – Supervisor Clemente provided a brief presentation on the Natural Resources Division’s involvement at the Annual Water Festival. IV. NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC V. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CONSENT CALENDAR Jim Mosher commented on Item VI-B and the number of tree removals and plantings. VI. CONSENT CALENDAR A. Minutes of the July 5, 2016 PB&R Commission meeting. Waive reading of subject minutes, approve and order filed. B. Parks, Trees, and Beaches Maintenance Divisions Activities Report Receive/file Activity Report of past and upcoming projects and events. Item VI-A September 6, 2016 Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission Minutes August 2, 2016 Page 2 C. Recreation & Senior Services Activity Report Receive/file Activity Report of past and upcoming projects and events. D. Request by Newport Mesa Soccer Club (NMSC) for Temporary Lights at Bonita Canyon Sports Park (BCSP) Field #5 Approve the request from the Newport Mesa Soccer Club to use temporary lights at Bonita Canyon Sports Park field #5 from September 26 to November 18, 2016 and January 2 to March 12, 2017 from dusk to 7:55p.m. E. Tree Donation - Castaways Park Approve the Coast Live Oak tree donation for Jim Kaylor at Castaways Park. F. Tree Donation - West Newport Approve the two (2) Metrosideros excelsus (New Zealand Christmas) trees donation for Raymond R. Rojas and Mark J. Rojas at West Newport Park. Motion by Commissioner Howald, second by Commissioner Anderson, to accept Consent Calendar Items VI-A. through VI-F. Motion carried by unanimous vote with Commissioner Cole excused. VII. CURRENT BUSINESS A. Reforestation Request – 1723 E. Ocean Boulevard Consider the request for reforestation of a City Washington robusta (Mexican Fan Palm) tree by Brendon & Janet Blincoe located at 1723 E. Ocean Boulevard. Landscape Supervisor Sereno presented the reforestation request for a magnolia tree. Commissioner Englebrecht indicated he would not vote to approve the request as he felt the tree in question was “iconic.” Supervisor Sereno stated that the Magnolia tree yields less debris depending on the time of the year. The City prunes Washington robusta trees annually, but there is considerable flower debris. He also noted that the hardscape does have some damage and that the tree could be relocated for $4,000 to $6,000, but only is valued at $1,000. He went on to say that staff disagrees with the homeowners’ reason for replacement. The homeowners had approximately 20 to 30 trees to choose from. This tree is the only one of its type on the block. Chair Marston opened the public comments. Brendon Blincoe commented on the debris created by the tree, how the tree did not fit with the others on the street, and that he secured the appropriate number of signatures from his neighbors. Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission Minutes August 2, 2016 Page 3 Chair Marston closed the public comments. Supervisor Sereno confirmed that the Magnolia tree would be a similar size to the existing street trees and that it would be a 36 inch box tree. The existing trees are that same size or slightly bigger. Motion by Commissioner Englebrecht to deny the request for reforestation of a City Washington robusta (Mexican Fan Palm) tree by Brendon & Janet Blincoe located at 1723 E. Ocean Boulevard. Motion fails for lack of second. Motion by Commissioner Howald; second by Commissioner Hayes, to approve the request for reforestation of a City Washington robusta (Mexican Fan Palm) tree by Brendon & Janet Blincoe located at 1723 E. Ocean Boulevard. Motion carried with Commissioner Englebrecht voting NO and Commissioner Cole excused. B. Follow-Up: Reforestation Request – 1701 Tradewinds Lane Consider the reforestation request of a City Tristania conferta / Tristania (Brisbane Box) tree located at 1707 Tradewinds Lane. Supervisor Sereno introduced the item and reminded the Commission that the item is a follow-up from July’s meeting. He went on to state that the selected tree is a Fortune Palm that also produces fruit and flowers, but is less messy than the current tree or a Mexican Fan Palm. Commissioner Anderson confirmed that a photo in Attachment B was not the actual tree, but representative of what the new tree would look like. Commissioner Hayes confirmed the replacement tree would be the only one on the block. Supervisor Sereno said the tree was consistent with City policy and with the homeowners’ intention to re-landscape his property. Chair Marston opened the public comments. Jim Mosher commented that the City G-1 Policy needs additional work specifically the current reforestation section. Homeowner Chris Casler displayed an acorn to the Commission to reinforce how much debris the tree creates. He stated that the goal is to remodel and re- landscape his home. He is pleased with the tree he selected with staff, and provided a photo. Chair Marston closed the public comments. Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission Minutes August 2, 2016 Page 4 Motion by Commissioner Howald; second by Commissioner Hayes, to approve the reforestation request to remove a City Tristania conferta / Tristania (Brisbane Box) tree to a Mexican Fortune Palm tree located at 1707 Tradewinds Lane Motion carries unanimously with Commissioner Cole excused. C. Follow-Up: Removal of two Washingtonia Robusta (Mexican Fan Palm) trees – 239 Carnation Avenue Consider: a. Upholding the Municipal Operations Director’s (MOD) decision to remove two (2) Washingtonia robusta (Mexican fan palm) trees at 239 Carnation Avenue in order for development of the property to occur; or b. Moving one (1) or two (2) Washingtonia robusta (Mexican fan palm) trees, at the expense of the property owner at 239 Carnation Avenue, to the parkway adjacent to 2500 and 2520 Seaview Avenue. Director Pisani provided background on project and the appeal initiated by the neighbors. He also reviewed the public comments on the project. There was an inquiry as to the direction given by the Planning Commission. Director Pisani stated that the Planning Commission did not review this development project since it met current zoning codes. He went on to say that the project was approved by the California Coastal Commission and clarified that the homeowner took the plans to the Coastal Commission because they have jurisdiction, and that the City required the three car garage because of the size of the home. Commissioner Englebrecht said this removal violated the G-3 Policy, but understands that the trees need to be moved because of the three car garage which is required by the building code. He warned that this removal would be a loss of iconic trees and would set precedent. Director Pisani said it was City code for the three car garage, but was also part of the Coastal Commission’s approval. The property owner will pay for the relocation. Discussion ensued regarding removal and storage of the trees, in particular if they could be removed, stored, and then replanted after construction on property. It was also not useful to request a waiver of the three car garage requirement as the trees are in the center of the property. Chair Marston confirmed the trees could not be relocated because of utility and bio retention conflicts. Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission Minutes August 2, 2016 Page 5 Chair Marston opened the public comments. Kent Moore admitted that his email had contained some errors, but since then has discussed the issues with Director Pisani. He noted his concern that the G-3 Policy was not being followed and that he agreed with Commissioners Hayes and Englebrecht about the three car garage. Jim Damon indicated he had sent a letter to the Commission. He stated that he had read the G-1 Policy and suggested tandem parking or other creative ways to keep the three parking spots. He called the bio retention area a “red herring” and requested the trees be preserved and replanted after construction. Discussion ensued regarding the bio retention and alternative BMP devices. Ron Wallner discussed logistics and the equity issues. He understood there is no protection of view rights, but noted this was public property and must be protected. Moving the trees 150 feet will remove them from his sight line. Jim Mosher agreed with the previous speakers and Commissioner Englebrecht that other options were possible. He suggested the problem was the width of the driveway rather than the three car garage. Tim Stevens said he can see the trees from his property. He praised the City’s protection of trees generally and wanted the trees to remain in place. Richard Madenburg noted that he had submitted emails in support of the preservation of the trees. He asked that the trees stay on Carnation and noted their importance in traffic calming. He also voiced his concern about the loss of a parking spot on Carnation due to the increased size of the proposed three car garage. Andrew Goetz, homeowner’s architect, explained that there was not enough space for the trees to remain no matter the parking requirement and noted the trees are not designated as landmark or street specific trees. Mr. Goetz also noted that the property owner had a reasonable right to build on the property. Sue Madenburg said Mr. Goetz had been her architect and had positioned her home with a lovely view of the trees. Additionally, she was concerned about the size of the home and the loss of a parking space on the street. Richard Humphrey stated that he had been attracted to the neighborhood by its beauty and these two trees in question specifically. He stated that he is opposed to the removal or relocation of the trees and noted that changes would result in a lowering of his own home value. Bob Cortel expressed his love of the trees and that Plan B would be detrimental to his property and views. Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission Minutes August 2, 2016 Page 6 Chair Marston closed the public comments. Director Pisani presented the site plan at the request of Chair Marston with specific attention directed to the proposed driveway. Chair Marston asked specific questions about the planned home. Andrew Goetz stated that the new home will be three levels and 5,000 square feet. He noted that 4,000 square feet triggers the need for a three car garage. Commissioner Howald asked about tandem parking and learned that would require a redesign of the house. He inquired about redesigning the driveway to accommodate the replanting of the trees. Commissioner Anderson reminded the Commission of its purview and indicated that he was preparing a Motion. Discussion ensued regarding the possibility of waivers, designation as special trees, and the wording of the Motion. Motion by Commissioner Anderson; second by Commissioner Howald to: • table the request to remove two Washingtonia robusta (Mexican Fan Palm) trees at 239 Carnation Avenue in order to allow City staff time to work with the homeowner and architect on a plan to maintain these two trees in place and or on property with similar adjacency; and • to recommend that City Council designate the two Washingtonia robusta (Mexican Fan Palm) trees at 239 Carnation Avenue as Special Trees and be added to the Special Tree List. Motion carried by unanimous vote with Commission Cole excused. VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS / FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Director Detweiler announced that the Concerts in Park have started and three more are scheduled. She also stated that the next Movie in the Park is August 26 at CYC. She commented that she would be making a presentation at the next City Council study session regarding the Santa Ana Mountains National Monument. Commissioner Howald reminded the Commission that the LobsterFest was coming up for the Make A Wish Foundation and that you could still purchase tickets as the door. IX. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS Jim Mosher stated that he had sent in some comments late this afternoon. He noted that there is a proposal going to City Council for a bench donation with a sculpture and wondered why the Arts Commission did not request review by the the PB&R Commission prior to going to City Council. Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission Minutes August 2, 2016 Page 7 X. ADJOURNMENT - 7:42 p.m. Submitted by: ________ Teri Craig, Admin Assistant Approved by: _____ Marie Marston, Chair NEWPORT BEACH PB&R Commission Staff Report COUNCIL STAFF REPORT CITY OF Item VI-B September 6, 2016 PARKS MAINTENANCE: Concrete Crew Assisting Recently, the Concrete Crew assisted both the Landscape and Facilities Maintenance Divisions with their projects involving concrete. The crew worked with the Facilities Maintenance Division at the M Street beach along the bay. They removed and replaced an aged shower and the concrete pad. The crew also installed a new park bench pad at Via Lido Park for a park bench donation recently approved by the Parks, Beaches, and Recreation Commission. BEACH MAINTENANCE: Lifeguard Towers on the Move Just before the start of summer, our Beach Maintenance Crew relocated the lifeguard towers closer to the ocean. This allows the Lifeguards to have a better view of the people in the water. Additionally, our staff assisted with the replacement of the older lifeguard towers, including the 10-year-old tower in Marina Park. These new towers were built near the Newport Pier then, using a loader, they were placed on a trailer, moved down the beach, and off loaded by our crew at their new location. These towers will be moved away from the ocean after the summer is over to prevent any damages as a result of the winter storms. TO: Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission FROM: Municipal Operations Department Mike Pisani, Municipal Operations Department Director 949 644-3055, mpisani@newportbeachca.gov TITLE: Parks, Trees, and Beach Maintenance Divisions Activities Report Parks, Trees, and Beach Maintenance Divisions Activities Report September 6, 2016 Page 2 TREES: As part of the City’s overall grid and annual trimming schedule, in June, the City’s tree service contractor pruned trees within the Westcliff, Airport, Santa Ana Heights, Spyglass Hills, and Fashion Island areas. Additionally, pruning has occurred at various Palm tree locations. Month of: Trees Trimmed: Trees Removed: Trees Planted: July 1,992 168 9 Prepared by: Dan Sereno, Landscape Manager John Salazar, Manager Parks and Trees Division Field Maintenance Division Recreation & Senior Services Monthly Activities Report To: PB&R Commission From: Sean Levin, RSS Deputy Director Celeste Jardine-Haug, Senior Services Manager Re: Recreation & Senior Services Department Monthly Activities Report OASIS Concert – Coral Paradise OASIS fully embraced the parrot head nation when Coral Paradise- the Jimmy Buffett cover band, came to entertain 250 guests. Everyone was greeted with a lei and a cloudy tropical sky that helped set the staycation paradise mood. OASIS staff had so much fun hosting this event and even had a couple of surprise guests! OASIS wasn’t shy of beach chairs, food, drinks, smiles, and dancing! Tickets were $10. “It takes no more time to see the good side of life than to see the bad.” -Jimmy Buffett NOAA Grant means More Environmental - Stewards for Newport Beach The Office of Natural Resources has been granted funding through the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Climate Stewards Education Project to execute a local stewardship action project to strengthen understanding of ocean, climate, and atmospheric science at an achievable and relative level. Natural Resources staff have been involved with the NOAA Climate Stewardship Community and Stewardship Project Peer Review Groups since the beginning of 2016 and participated in the 2016 Climate Education Regional Workshop to help build a climate-literate public. One classroom will be chosen to participate in this year’s action project to restore coastal dunes and create watershed connectivity through the ISOpod. Students will understand responsible decision-making towards climate resiliency and inspire action not only along the coast, but within their own community regardless of their location in our watershed. Contact Natural Resources Coordinator, B.B. Villanueva at bvillanueva@newportbeachca.gov for more information on the application process for classrooms or for citizen scientists to be involved with the project! Item VI-C September 6, 2016 2 Fire Department Hosts CPR & First Aid Review As part of the OASIS Tuesday Night Topic series, the Fire Department gave a fantastic presentation to the community on how to recognize and respond to medical emergencies; on what/why the Fire Department does things certain ways and a review of CPR skills. The presentation was well received and community members enjoyed the opportunity to learn more about the Fire Department. Vital Signs: The Nurture of Passion as We Age On August 9 author Gregg Levoy shared his affirmative approach to the vital signs of aging. Gregg discussed how the new parts of you are always clamoring for airtime, and how the soul and spirit don’t “retire” even if your career does, and there's a difference between getting older and growing older. Fall Registration Is Here! Fall registration began on Thursday, August 4 with a bang as over 700 registrations were processed on the first day alone. This coming season will bring a number of great new classes, and a new facility in which to take them in west Newport Beach. The 16th Street Recreation Center will open on September 16. Not your ordinary recreation center; and soon to be your new favorite place for fun, fitness and learning. So be sure to take a moment to browse through the many options available there. The fall Navigator is now available at the Recreation & Senior Services Department, at the Newport Beach Libraries, or at any Newport Beach Community Center. The magazine is also available for browsing online at newportbeachca.gov/recreation. Summer Fun Is Still Here Summer Day Camp has managed to not only enjoy the beach countless times during the summer but also visited many locations such as Knott's Berry Farm, the Aquarium of the Pacific and Sky High to name just a few with Disneyland this past week! Pint-Sized campers were not left behind, as they enjoyed their own adventures with visitors such as a petting zoo and a spaceship! 3 Movie Night At CYC Everyone was Kung Fu fighting at CYC last Friday night for our Kung Fu Panda 3 Movie in the Park! We had a great turn out and lots of fun activities for families to participate in. Not to mention the yummiest popcorn, free crafts, a raffle for the ultimate swag bag, and the Ninjas with Appetite food truck! Thank you to all those who helped get this event together and worked to ensure everyone had a great time. I appreciate you! Park Patrol The following patrol checks/public contact numbers reflect the Park Patrol daily calls for service as well as issues discovered during normal patrol activities. Due to the timing of the meeting, these monthly summaries will be two months behind (i.e. in June you will receive April summary). During the month of July Park Patrol had the following number of contacts: 1. PATROL CHECKS  34 with Youth Sports Groups  337 Field related issues/checks  25 Park/Picnic/reservation issues/checks  124 Community Center issues/checks  345 Playground checks  8 Other 2. PUBLIC CONTACTS  240 Education  49 Alcohol  131 Dog related Written Warnings Issued: 7 (parking violations; dogs off leash) Citations Issued: 1 (parking violation) FACILITY RENTALS & SPECIAL EVENT PERMITS During the period of July 16, 2016 – August 15, 2016 there were:  16 Picnic/Park Area Rentals  5 Room Rentals  2 Field Rentals  4 Gym Rentals  4 OASIS Classroom Rentals  0 OASIS Event Center Rentals  22 Civic Center Community Room Rentals  5 Marina Park Event Room Rentals  12 Marina Park Classroom Rentals  12 Marina Park Picnic Rentals  2 NCCC Gym Rentals  11 NCCC Classroom Rentals  16 NCCC HOA Rentals As of August 15, 2016 there were 210 Special Event Permits processed and issued for the year. Those events of note for this period are: OASIS Concert – 7/23; OASIS Senior Center; Attendance: 200 Concert on the Green “Hollywood Stones – 7/31, Civic Center; Attendance: 3000 National Night Out – 8/2, Bonita Canyon Sports Park/Spyglass Hill Park; Attendance: 600 Concert on the Green “Pacific Symphony – 8/14, Civic Center; Attendance: 3000 4 5 PARTICIPANTS ATTENDING 61,967 CUSTOMERS RECREATIONAL CLASSES 20,208 CUSTOMERS FITNESS CENTER 20,233 CUSTOMERS PERSONALIZED SERVICES PROVIDED 6,500 CUSTOMERS Includes: Blood Pressure 157 Medical Equip Rentals 91 Counseling-Persons 155 Legal Assistance 31 Eldercare 0 All Rentals 19 Employment 11 Senior Assessment(hrs)98 HICAP 37 Telephone Reassurance 381 Housing Counseling 97 Visual Screening 0 Information and Referral 5333 Taxes (Seasonal)90 SENIORS RECEIVING TRANSPORTATION SRVCS 3,560 RIDERS Care-A-Van/Shuttle CUSTOMERS RECEIVING NOON MEALS @ OASIS 8,964 CUSTOMERS *includes meals on wheels VOLUNTEER SERVICES PROVIDED @ OASIS 8,898 HOURS Includes:Kitchen & Home Delivered Meals Admin Travel Office Gift Shop Library Instructors Board of Directors Casino Night Rummage Sale Special Events/Montly Meeting/Pancake Breakfast PARTICIPANTS IN FRIENDS OF OASIS TRAVEL 333 CUSTOMERS Day Trips & Extended Trips SPECIAL EVENTS/SCREENINGS/LECTURES 2,169 PERSONS HOAG Lectures (Various) UCI Lectures (Various) Movies Presentations (Various) Special Events Sailing, Golf, Computer Friends, Big Band and Let’s Go Trippin’ a 2016 SPRING OASIS UTILIZATION REPORT 6 NEWPORT BEACH PB&R Commission Staff Report COUNCIL STAFF REPORT CITY OF Item VI-D September 6, 2016 RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the PB&R Commission approve the donation of a Tipuana tipu (Tipu) tree and a Pasadena Series bench for Timothy Trout at Bonita Canyon Sports Park. DISCUSSION: City Council Policy B-17 establishes criteria for parks, facilities, and recreation program donations within the City. The policy is structured to establish a fair and uniform procedure for making gifts to the City, and to make the donation process easier for staff and donors. The City has received a request from Susie De Silva to donate a Tipuana tipu (Tipu) tree and a Pasadena Series bench at Bonita Canyon Sports Park. The cost of the donation will include the 10% maintenance fee required by Council Policy B-17. The donation request and proposed locations were approved by the Municipal Operations Director. Since the value of each item donation is greater than $1,000, each item is eligible to receive a dedicatory plaque. The submitted plaque verbiage, which complies with City Council Policy B-17, is “In Loving Memory of Timothy William Trout.” NOTICING: Susie De Silva, Harbor View Community Association, and Council Member Edward Selich have received a copy of this report. Surrounding residents were notified of the Commission Meeting via postcard. Attachments: A. Donation Request Form B. Donation items location C. Map highlighting surrounding residents notified D. Postcard Notification E. Dedicatory Biography TO: Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission FROM: Municipal Operations Department Mike Pisani, Municipal Operations Director 949-644-3055, mpisani@newportbeachca.gov TITLE: Tree and Bench Donation – Bonita Canyon Sports Park NEWPORT BEACH PB&R Commission Staff Report COUNCIL STAFF REPORT CITY OF Item VII-A September 6, 2016 RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the PB&R Commission review and provide feedback on the final design for four (4) permanent pickleball courts at Bonita Canyon Sports Park West/Field 6. FUNDING REQUIREMENTS: Funding in the amount of $500k is budgeted in the FY2016/17 budget for final design and construction of four (4) pickelball courts located at Bonita Canyon Sports Park West/Field 6. DISCUSSION: The proclamation that pickleball is one of the “fastest growing sports in the country” continues to be supported by active, ongoing pickleball play in Newport Beach. Since the first “Pickleball Demo Day” in Newport Beach in June 2013, interest in the sport and program attendance have steadily grown (Figure 1). Volunteers continue to lead and organize matches year-round during drop-in play, Monday through Friday from 8:00a.m.-Noon. They also conduct free, introductory demonstrations twice a month for new players. Fee-based classes are also offered once a week for novice players to improve their skills. TO: Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission FROM: Justin Schmillen, Recreation Manager 949-644-3160, JSchmillen@newportbeachca.gov TITLE: Final Design for Permanent Pickleball Courts at Bonita Canyon Sports Park West/Field 6 Figure 1: Drop-in Pickleball Attendance Final Design for Permanent Pickleball Courts at Bonita Canyon Sports Park West/Field 6 September 1, 2015 Page 2 Temporary Courts at San Joaquin Hills Park On June 6, 2014, the PB&R Commission approved pickleball lines to be painted on one court at San Joaquin Hills tennis courts for a temporary pickleball facility. Staff was also instructed to determine a location for dedicated courts and provide an update to the Commission within 24 months. The temporary pickleball courts at San Joaquin Hills have proved sufficient for the start-up of pickleball play in Newport Beach. However, challenges have persisted with the location. The increase in pickleball attendance continues to impact parking for tennis and lawn bowling on high use days. Two sets of lines on a court distract players to the extent that tennis players avoid playing on the shared court. Pickleball players also find play challenging on a shared court that has a permanent tennis net and distances from the fence to court lines that are shorter than what the USA Pickleball Association (USAPA) specifies. Pickleball at San Joaquin Hills has also generated noise concerns from neighbors (players voices and the ball hitting the paddle). Though the residual sound is below the City of Newport Beach’s Municipal Code noise criteria (sound over 55 decibels for 15 consecutive minutes), City staff have made efforts to combat the issue. Staff installed sound dampening materials on court fencing, enforced the use of a quieter ball and have limited play to weekdays 8:00a.m. to Noon and weekends 8:00a.m. to dusk. Permanent Courts at Bonita Canyon Sports Park City staff investigated two locations for permanent pickleball courts; a passive park space at San Joaquin Hills and Bonita Canyon Sports Park, West, adjacent to Field 6. Early consideration was given to park space at San Joaquin Hills. However, the existing site challenges and a land easement would only allow for three pickleball courts at San Joaquin Hills, making Bonita Canyon Sports Park West a more suitable location. On September 2, 2015, the PB&R Commission approved the conceptual design for four permanent pickleball courts at Bonita Canyon Sports Park West, adjacent to Field 6 and consideration in the 2016/17 CIP funding proposal. On June 14, 2016 City Council approved 2016/17 Capital Improvement Project funds to design and construct permanent pickleball courts at Bonita Canyon Sports Park West. The passive park space at Bonita Canyon Sports Park, West, southwest of the existing tennis courts and residential area, allows for the development of four pickleball courts (Attachment A). The court dimensions including baselines, service & sideline areas and non-volley zones are specified to USAPA guidelines. The orientations of the courts are also designed to face North and South (between 5 and 10 degrees) to prevent players from looking into the sun. Perimeter fencing around the courts will be 8’ high to prevent balls from leaving the court area, with 3’ interior fencing to separate each court. Windscreens will also be included on all four sides of the perimeter fencing. Each court will have individual gate access and gate access to the adjacent court. A viewing area will split the four courts into two sections and connect with the existing pathway that runs the length of the park. The viewing area will consist of benches for seating and trash receptacles. The viewing area will be designed with the future addition of shade elements in mind. The water efficient landscaping around the courts will require low maintenance and use the existing recycled water irrigation system. The landscaping will include three Tristania laurina evergreen trees to minimize leaf litter on and around the courts. Existing restrooms, drinking fountains and two adjacent shade structures will remain in place and serve as additional amenities for players. Final Design for Permanent Pickleball Courts at Bonita Canyon Sports Park West/Field 6 September 1, 2015 Page 3 Courts will be located at least 300 feet away from the residential fence line and isolated from the existing athletic fields. Preliminary sound testing was conducted on August 25, 2015 and July 21, 2016 to determine pickleball paddle generated noise. Ambient noise from normal park activity and traffic from MacArthur Drive was measured continuously for ten minutes as a control. Readings ranged between 48 and 50 decibels. Readings were then taken 300 feet away from simulated pickleball play to reproduce the distance from the proposed courts to the closest home. However, readings from the introduced noise did not differentiate from the ambient noise readings. To record readings, testing was moved to a closer distance of 200 feet from the simulated pickleball play. Intermittent spikes of up to 52 decibels registered at times when the paddle and ball made contact, however the continuous readings generally matched the ambient noise range of 48 to 50 decibels during the ten minutes of simulated play. The 72 space parking lot and parking along Ford Road will provide sufficient parking for the increased park use that will occur from pickleball. However, it is important to note that this park is heavily used by AYSO soccer at varying times throughout the year and any additional courts beyond the four that are proposed would exceed capacity and therefore negatively impact parking for AYSO soccer and passive park users. NOTICING: The agenda item has been noticed according to the Brown Act (72 hours in advance of the meeting at which the Commission considers the item). In accordance with City Municipal Code, residents within 300 feet of the proposed pickleball courts at Bonita Canyon Sports Park West/Field 6 and additional homes adjacent to the park were noticed as identified in Attachment B. Newport Beach pickleball players were also noticed and resulting emails are shown in Attachment C. Attachments: A. Permanent pickleball court conceptual design for Bonita Canyon Sports Park West/Field 6 B. Pickleball Court Planting Plan 70% Submittal C. Noticing Map and Notice ATTACHMENT A ATTACHMENT B ATTACHMENT B ATTACHMENT B ATTACHMENT C Proposed Permanent Pickleball Courts at Bonita Canyon Sports Park June 2013 Pickleball Demo Day at San Joaquin Hills Tennis Court September 2013 Offer Indoor Drop-in Pickleball at Newport Coast Community Center February-June 2014 Pilot shared use with taped lines and temporary nets June 2014 Approved duel striping of 4 courts on 1 tennis court August 2015 PB&R recommends conceptual design for Bonita Canyon Sports Park and consideration for 2016/17 CIP funding June 2016 City Council approves CIP funding Pickleball in Newport Beach Pickleball Programs •Court Hours •Drop In Play •“Intro to Pickleball” Demos •Volunteer led •90 registrations since Summer 2014 •Beginner & Intermediate Classes •Fee based class •71 registrations since Fall 2014 •Other interests Pickleball Drop In Play Total Attendance No data available •No open play on weekdays •Noise of ball on paddle •Require use of a quieter ball •Installed sound dampening material on tennis court 1 and 2 •Limited parking on certain days •Encourage on street parking •Shared use impacts tennis play CURRENT SITE CHALLENGES SAN JOAQUIN HILLS BONITA CANYON SPORTS PARK WEST •Footprint allows for four pickleball courts •72 parking spaces with additional on street parking •300 feet away from residential area •Sound test showed low decibel levels •Minimal impact on existing programs & field use BONITA CANYON SPORTS PARK WEST SITE ATTRIBUTES •USAPA Specifications •Court Orientation •8’ high fencing including windscreens •Gate access •Benches and trash cans •Post-tension concrete courts •Preservation of existing shade structure •Water-efficient landscaping BONITA CANYON SPORTS PARK WEST DESIGN HIGHLIGHTS Review and provide feedback on the final design for four permanent pickleball courts at Bonita Canyon Sports Park West/Field 6 RECOMMENDATIONS QUESTIONS? -----Original Message----- From: Randy [mailto:rclance1@cox.net] Sent: Sunday, September 04, 2016 7:40 AM To: Recreation Subject: New Pickleball courts I am writing in support of the new courts. I could not imagine playing any competitive sports after a serious ankle injury caused me to fuse the area. Playing sports was a huge part of my life but I became too limited to participate until my friend suggested Pickle-ball. I am now hooked along with hundreds of others locally. I play 3-4 times a week and have made countless new friends. Thank you for the progress towards the new courts. Sincerely , Randy Lance Newport Beach resident since 1990 From: Bill Brown [mailto:bcubedbbb@yahoo.com] Sent: Sunday, September 04, 2016 4:44 PM To: sports Subject: Pickleball We need courts here. I support Pickleball and love to play it. Great sport for young and old. Bill Brown From: Ken PballKen [mailto:pballken@gmail.com] Sent: Monday, September 05, 2016 9:49 PM To: Schmillen, Justin; Patience, Molly; sports Subject: September 6, 2016 PB&R Commission Meeting I plan to attend. Please see attached document for concerns and comments. If possible, could this be added to package of information prepared for commission members. Good solid report. On behalf of all SJH Players we can hardly wait. Ken Krum From: Keith Frankel [mailto:Keith.Frankel@TriPointeHomes.com] Sent: Tuesday, September 06, 2016 1:17 PM To: Schmillen, Justin Cc: Ron Cole Subject: RE: Pickleball Courts: Staff Reports 2015 and 2016 Justin, Thank you for the information. As mentioned, I’m located at 1617 Port Abbey Place. For the record, in August 2015 timeframe, I do not recall receiving notice on the pickleball courts. I spoke with two direct neighbors who also never received notification. I’m sure there are more, although there are only two I asked. As a follow up, my concerns are as follows: 1) Proper Notification to Neighbors – Port Abbey residents are most directly affected by the Pickleball courts. Can you confirm that proper notice was sent out to the neighbors on Port Abbey? 2) Noise – I’m concerned – The basketball courts are tucked away and have several tree and building barriers from the homes on Port Abbey. Where the pickleball courts are located, there are no barriers and Port Abbey neighbors will bear the brunt of the added acoustics. 3) Kids Birthday Parties – this location is used for kids birthday parties approximately ½ the weekends of the year. It’s extremely popular for young kids birthday parties. Very often, this is the exact location bounce houses are placed – I’m assuming do to the proximity of the power sources. The new pickle ball courts will eliminate this park from being a birthday party gathering location. At this juncture, I would vote against the pickleball courts until the neighbors impacted can further assess the proposal. Thanks, Keith KEITH FRANKEL | Project Manager 19520 Jamboree Road, Suite 200, Irvine, CA 92612 p. 949.478.8665 c. 949.500.9548 f. 949.478.8601 Keith.Frankel@TRIPointehomes.com Visit us on: From: Pickle Ball [mailto:pickleballparadise@gmail.com] Sent: Tuesday, September 06, 2016 12:28 PM To: Patience, Molly; Ken PballKen; Jim Whistler Subject: Re: Request for Ant Removal Thanks, Molly for the fast response on the ant issue. We had 36 people on the courts on Labor Day. Speaking from my experience as a tennis instructor for 25 years, it was a very unsafe environment for play. Here's some top line ideas for how we can make it safer while waiting for the new courts:  Move the lock box to a back corner so egress is safer when walking through the courts  Bring it large long thin benches so people can sit down and not stand in the line of play  Use a white board so people can sign up on a particular court (this is how the other clubs do it with the added benefit of players can choose a game that is equal to their playing level). This also splits the crowd into sitting on the side they are playing on and stops all of the back and forth movement in a smaller area Unfortunately, I can't make the meeting tonight. Thanks again for the great support of the program. Karen From: Chris Edmonds [mailto:Christopher.Edmonds@calbt.com] Sent: Tuesday, September 06, 2016 2:31 PM To: Schmillen, Justin Cc: Keith Frankel (keith.frankel@TRIPointehomes.com); dastark76@yahoo.com Subject: Proposed Pickleball Courts Hi Justin, Could you please provide me a copy of the initial notice sent to the impacted residences? I never received it. I live at 1607 Port Abbey Place. I have several concerns with the proposed courts: 1. Sound – my children’s bedrooms are on the second floor of our house. We have two toddlers who nap during the day. How exactly was the sound test conducted? There is a slope that runs from the proposed courts down towards the back of the properties on Port Abbey / Port Sheffield. I would assume that the sound is louder on a direct line to the second story bedrooms? 2. Location – the neighborhood commonly referred to as the Port Streets is primarily a family neighborhood with younger families and children. As evidenced by the map on page 14 of the PBR Pickleball 2015 pdf, the proposed location is in a very low density area of Newport Beach. Why would you pick our family neighborhood for an odd game that mostly senior citizens play? 3. Parking – the two soccer fields are used for both weekend games and weekday practices. I run past the park during peak times. Cars are often parked all the way down the block towards Newport Hills Drive. Was the parking study conducted at all relevant times? 4. AYSO 57 – who are you working with from AYSO? Thank you, Chris Edmonds Executive Vice President California Bank & Trust, a division of ZB, N.A. 1900 Main St., Suite 200 Irvine, CA 92614 Office: 949-251-7772 christopher.edmonds@calbt.com NEWPORT BEACH PB&R Commission Staff Report COUNCIL STAFF REPORT CITY OF Item VII-B September 6, 2016 RECOMMENDATION: 1) Review and discuss Sustainability Plan; and 2) Direct staff to report any comments and/or recommendations to the City Council. INTRODUCTION At the April 26, 2016 study session, the City Council was presented with the Newport Beach Sustainability Plan (Plan) that was prepared by a citizen’s steering committee. At the June 14, 2016 meeting, the plan was placed on the regular City Council agenda. Following discussion, the Plan (Attachment A) was referred to the Planning Commission; Harbor Commission; PB&R Commission; Tidelands Management Committee; Environmental Quality Affairs Committee; Water Quality/Coastal Tidelands Committee and Finance Committee for review and recommendation regarding the plan’s implementation. DISCUSSION Newport Beach Sustainability Plan (Plan) The Plan was prepared by a citizen’s steering committee, chaired by Former Mayor/Council Member Nancy Gardner and Former Council Member Jean Watt. The list of preparers’ is provided as Attachment B. The Plan describes itself as “a unified vision and roadmap for the city, its residents and businesses.” The overall goal is to engrain sustainability into City functions and promote such practices in the private sector. The Plan is organized into seven sections: Education, Building/Development, Waste Reduction, Transportation, Energy, Water Conservation/Quality, and Urban Outdoors. Each section contains suggested goals for each area, as well as suggested programs and procedures to help achieve those goals. These programs/procedures generally fall into these categories: TO: Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission FROM: Michelle Clemente, Natural Resources Supervisor Justin Schmillen, Recreation Manager Patrick Alford, Planning Manager TITLE: Newport Beach Draft Sustainability Plan Newport Beach Draft Sustainability Plan September 06, 2016 Page 2 Incentives  Waiving or modifying fees  Fast track permits processing  Awards/recognition  More flexible regulations Promotion/Advocacy  Use of brochures, website, social media, presentations, etc.  Staff training and accreditation Partnerships  Utilities  Educational institutions  Nonprofits  Private sector City Infrastructure/Services  LEED1 qualified City buildings (where financially feasible)  Retrofitting existing City buildings  Water quality control and conservation  Waste reduction and disposal Development/Land Use  Alternative transportation  Landscape design and materials  Balancing jobs and housing  Alternative energy  Urban design  Opens space and natural area protection Data Collection/Analysis  Annual reports by City departments  Energy audits  Commission/committee progress reports 1 Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) is a widely used verification program developed by the non-profit U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) for the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of green buildings, homes, and neighborhoods. Newport Beach Draft Sustainability Plan September 06, 2016 Page 3 The Plan calls for building on existing City policies, programs and practices. A partial list of the City’s current sustainability efforts is provided as Attachment C. The Plan would likely require reallocating of existing City resources (i.e., funds, staff time, and materials) for training, data collection, report preparation and presentation, and dispensing information. The preparers’ of the Plan included an implementation cost matrix provided as Attachment D. Additional funding for staff and materials may also be required. The issue of dedicating City resources to sustainability programs would be considered primarily through the budget process on a department-by-department basis. The Community Development Department prepared a preliminary review of the Plan. Attachment E provides a matrix showing how each component of the Plan relates to existing State requirements, as well as current City practices. No specific regulatory changes are proposed and the plan emphasizes education and encouragement of sustainability practices in the private sector. However, the Plan could be interpreted as requiring the incorporation of sustainable design features as conditions of approval when reviewing discretionary permits for new development projects (i.e., conditional use permits, site development review, and coastal development permits). The Plan could also be interpreted as calling for the consideration of sustainability in future land use decisions. Parks, Beaches & Recreation (PB&R) Roles The PB&R Commission is established to act in an advisory capacity to the City Council in all matters pertaining to the parks, beaches, recreation, parkways and street trees. The Commission plays a role in planning of parks and recreation programs, as well as establishing policies for the acquisition, development and improvements of parks and beaches, and for the planting, care and removal of trees and shrubs in all parks, playgrounds and streets. Therefore, the Commission’s decisions can have an impact on the proposed sustainability plan elements including: Education, Building/Development, Waste Reduction, Transportation, Water Conservation / Quality, and Urban Outdoors. Key Factors The Recreation & Senior Services (RSS) Department plans, manages, and participates in a large number of natural resource and sustainability programs throughout the City of Newport Beach. With regard to the PB&R Commission, all current and planned activities (see Attachment F) do not conflict with existing policy referenced in the proposed Plan. Staff Comments & Recommendations This plan plays an important role in unifying departments and staff working in a number of areas addressed in the proposed plan, thus allowing for greater efficiencies. In order to best implement and integrate the Plan, it is recommended to include the complete list of current activities and efforts carried out by the Recreation and Senior Services Department’s Natural Resources staff. The language and organization of the Plan should also be reconsidered for better consistency with existing terminology, Newport Beach Draft Sustainability Plan September 06, 2016 Page 4 departmental operations and the General Plan. These recommendations and subsequent edits to the original Plan have been added in red text in Attachment F. Environmental Review This application is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) (the activity will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment) and 15060(c)(3) (the activity is not a “project” as defined in Section 15378) of the CEQA Guidelines, California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Chapter 3, because it has no potential for resulting in physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly. Noticing Notice of this application was provided pursuant to the provisions of the Municipal Code. Additionally, the item appeared on the agenda for this meeting, which was posted at City Hall and on the City website Attachments: A. Newport Beach Sustainability Plan B. Participant’s List C. Current City Sustainability Efforts D. Implementation Cost Matrix E. Preliminary Review of Sustainability Plan F. Newport Beach Sustainability Plan with Recommendations by the Recreation & Senior Services Department                           ATTACHMENT F RECOMMENDATIONS & ADDITIONS TO ACTIVITIES & KEY FACTORS SUPPORTED BY THE RSS DEPARTMENT    INTRODUCTION     THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING SUSTAINABLE   Whether it is the scarcity of water, the fragility of the power grid or the limited capacity of our roads and  landfills, our systems are challenged. To sustain our systems into the future, we need to make changes  in the way we use them. Some changes require little more than education and encouragement. Others  require investment and long‐term planning, but by committing to these actions, the City Council will  insure the high quality of life we enjoy in Newport Beach, protect City finances by reducing the need for  major capital expenditures, and carry on the vision of the early leaders who dredged the harbor, built  the jetties to provide a safe harbor entrance, and bought land outside the city to insure alternative  water sources. Just as it leads in other fields, Newport Beach can become a leader in sustainability.     A PLAN FOR NEWPORT BEACH   Newport Beach has long been a leader in water quality and has made major strides in water and energy  conservation, but we lack an overall plan to make the city more sustainable. This means gaps and a lack  of coordination among programs and departments. A sustainability plan will provide a unified vision and  roadmap for the city, its residents and businesses, so that we continue to be the "shining city on the  bay."     THE FIRST STEP   The critical first step is for the Council to establish the importance of sustainability in the city. With  sustainability a declared goal, all departments and all staff members will embrace the effort, and  residents will know their elected representatives are taking the lead in this important step.     ORGANIZATION OF THE PLAN   This plan has seven sections: Education, Building/Development, Waste Reduction, Transportation,  Energy, Water Conservation/Quality, and Urban Outdoors. There are suggested goals for each area as  well as suggested programs and procedures to help achieve those goals. Where the city already has  relevant plans, these are incorporated by reference or brought forward for new attention. Pertinent  General Plan policies are cited. Current City activities are listed in Attachment A.     ACCOUNTABILITY   It is important that accountability be built into the plan. This can be done by:   o  Regular interdepartmental meetings to review progress and promote integration, efficiency  and synergy, as is currently being done to address the drought.     o  Assignment of relevant programs to existing bodies such as the Harbor Commission; PB&R  Commission; Environmental Quality Affairs Committee; and the Water Quality/Coastal  Tidelands Committee.     o  Annual reports so that everyone knows how we are proceeding toward our goals.       1. EDUCATION   GOAL: Enhance the availability of information on sustainability and engage the  community in sustainability efforts.     There is a big educational component in sustainability, with new information emerging all the time. The  more residents and businesses know about sustainability, the easier it is for them to take the right steps.     BUILD THE CITY'S COMMUNICATION CAPACITY: The City is the natural information portal for residents  and businesses through its permit process and because of the diversity of skills and knowledge  represented in its workforce.     o  IMPROVE WEB SITE ACCESSIBILITY: Newport Green on the City's website has a lot of  information and links but needs redesign to make it more accessible. Put the Newport  Green logo on the home page. Identify and fill gaps in information. Continually refresh,  augment and present the information to show the City's commitment to sustainability and  to connecting with residents. Continue to update the Green Building Guidelines and  publicize all rebate programs and financial incentives.     o  MAKE THE BUILDING/PLANNING DESK AN INFORMATION SOURCE: Highlight Newport  Green on materials and signs and provide shelf space for pertinent brochures. Include  relevant information on sustainability when giving out permits and other City forms.    RECOMMENDATION: Expound on RSS programs & activities under “Continue Outreach Programs” subheading o  CONTINUE OUTREACH PROGRAMS: Waterwise and other presentations by knowledgeable  City staff have been well received and should be continued and expanded. Include the  following RSS programs:  1. Little Corona   i. Interpretive program and hikes  ii. Field trip program  2. ISOpod outreach and field trip programs  3. Community Day at the Back Bay Science Center (BBSC)  4. Orange County Natural History Lecture Series (BBSC)  5. Science of Sustainability Symposia (BBSC)  6. Lobster recruitment citizen science program  7. Fee Based Nature Recreation Programming  i. Citizen Science Academy  ii. Afterschool Program (BBSC)—Beginning Spring 2017  iii. Summer Camp (BBSC)  8. Western Snowy Plover (WSP) outreach program  9. Buck Gully (IRC)—Hikes, stewardship, and fire watch programs  10. Buck Gully (ENC)—School field trips  11. Big Canyon (IRC)—Stewardship programs  12. Big Canyon (ENC)—School field trips  13. Interpretive signage, and educational brochures distributed throughout the city such as  sharks, coyote, and WSP information  14. Conduct a number of volunteer trainings—WSP, BBSC, Little Corona  15. Outreach events such as Green on the Green, Earth Day, Imaginology, World Water Day,  and Children’s Water Festival  16. FiiN or Fostering interest in Nature program—overnight science program (Winter 2018)                 o PROVIDE UPDATES: List energy and financial savings accomplished through City efforts.       RECOMMENDATION: Expound on RSS programs & activities under “Utilize the New Media” subheading o  UTILIZE THE NEW MEDIA: Tap into the new ways people get information by inviting  students at local schools to create programming, apps‐‐and new audiences.   1. ISOpodOC.org website  2. Weekly NatureUp! Posts on social media  3. Coordinating with Marine Safety on Shark website  4. Cross posting of events and classes with partner organizations                 RECOMMENDATION: Add “Support Science” as a heading under the 1. EDUCATION section SUPPORT SCIENCE: It is crucial that we utilize science to promote, communicate and educate  about ecosystems and ecosystem health.  It is important that we maintain awareness of issues  present and future, and engage the public in the discussion. We need good science to support  clean healthy beaches and parks which is why we partner with the educational institutions  listed above                   RECOMMENDATION: Expound on RSS programs & activities under “Seek Out Partners” heading SEEK OUT PARTNERS: Whether it is a grant application, a restoration program or a how‐to seminar,  working with others can amplify City education efforts. These partners work with us on monitoring,  outreach, and support of programs. RSS natural resource partnerships include:  1. Sea and Sage Audubon  2. OC Marine Protected Area Council  3. Newport Bay Conservancy  4. Environmental Nature Center  5. Irvine Ranch Conservancy  6. Orange Coast River Park  7. OC Coastkeeper  8. Surf Rider Newport Beach  9. Crystal Cove Alliance  10. Natural Communities Coalition  11. Friends of Harbors Beaches and Parks  12. Discovery Science Center—Ocean Quest  13. UCI  14. UCI Oceans Initiative  15. CSU Fullerton   16. Cal Poly Pomona  17. CSU Long Beach  18. UCR  19. UCLA  20. Chapman University  21. Orange Coast Collage  22. Santa Ana College  23. Mt. SAC College  24. Irvine Valley College  25. Saddleback College  26. Orange Coast College  27. Citrus College  28. MBC Environmental Consulting  29. Newport Landing Sport Fishing  30. CDFW  31. CA State Parks  32. USFW  33. OCParks  34. CA Coastal Commission                 o  WORK WITH UTILITIES: Our local utilities have a number of programs, and the City should  continue to partner with them and expand the partnerships where possible.     RECOMMENDATION: Expound on RSS programs & activities under “Work with Educational Institutions” subheading o  WORK WITH EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS: UCI can be a valuable resource for City efforts,  especially in data collection, and local elementary and high schools provide opportunities to  educate and motivate future generations. RSS Natural Resources partners with a large  number of educational institutions at all levels in including:  1. UCI  2. UCI Oceans Initiative  3. CSU Fullerton   4. Cal Poly Pomona  5. CSU Long Beach  6. UCR  7. UCLA  8. Chapman University  9. Orange Coast Collage  10. Santa Ana College  11. Mt. SAC College  12. Irvine Valley College  13. Saddleback College  14. Orange Coast College  15. Citrus College  Staff hosts student research, training, projects, as well published projects, and professors.  There  is current work conducted in determining new outreach methods for university level research to  be communicated to the public visiting Little Corona in the form of podcasts.  We also work with  a number of high school, and middle school groups, and conduct field trips for elementary  schools                 RECOMMENDATION: Expound on RSS programs & activities under “Coordinate with Non-profits” subheading o  COORDINATE WITH NONPROFITS: Partnering with local environmental nonprofits can  enhance grant opportunities, and such organizations can be a resource for volunteers. Also,  these organizations can be utilized in City efforts to inform and engage the public. R&SS  Natural resources partners with a large number of nonprofits working in the community on  outreach, Stewardship, volunteer training, project development, implementation, and  management, as well as grant solicitation.  Nonprofit groups include:  1. Sea and Sage Audubon  2. OC Marine Protected Area Council  3. Newport Bay Conservancy  4. Environmental Nature Center  5. Irvine Ranch Conservancy  6. Orange Coast River Park  7. OC Coastkeeper  8. Surf Rider Newport Beach  9. Crystal Cove Alliance  10. Natural Communities Coalition  11. Friends of Harbors Beaches and Parks  12. Discovery Science Center—Ocean Quest                 RECOMMENDATION: Expound on RSS programs & activities under “Explore Private Sector Advances and Partnerships” subheading  o  EXPLORE PRIVATE SECTOR ADVANCES AND PARTNERSHIPS: Many private companies are  on the cutting edge of sustainability programs and processes, and the City should look for  opportunities to benefit from their knowledge. RSS Partnerships include:  1. MBC Environmental Consultants has worked with us on the development of our lobster  recruitment citizen science program  2. Newport Landing Sport Fishing works with us on fishing line disposal and recycling;   3. We also partner with a number of government agencies conducting similar or related  work.                 REWARD ACHIEVEMENT: Recognition motivates and educates.     o  SALUTE AWARDS AND PRIZES: Support the efforts of businesses like Roger's Gardens and  others who recognize achievement in sustainability by inviting winners for further  recognition by the Council.     2. BUILDING/DEVELOPMENT   GOAL‐‐ increase the use of green building techniques in new development and  remodels throughout the city.     Whether it is an alteration to a home or a brand new development, incorporating new techniques makes  for more efficient buildings and should be encouraged at every level.     MAKE IT EASY TO BUILD GREEN: The market is moving more and more toward energy‐efficient, green  housing, and the City should do as much as it can to facilitate this market.     o  REVIEW FEES: In reviewing fees, consider not just city costs but what activities the City  wants to encourage when setting the fees for items like solar permits or alternative fuel  pumps.     o  REVIEW CODES AND PROVIDE MORE FLEXIBILITY: If codes lag or mandate only one path,  those who want to build green may have to seek variances, a process which takes staff time  as well as causing delays for applicants. As an example, expanses of asphalt parking lots  create heat islands, and the required 90% compaction creates sterile soil. A simple solution:  provide the option of permeable paving and compaction of less than 90% where  appropriate.     o  CREATE A FAST TRACK FOR GREEN BUILDING: Creating two permitting paths encourages‐‐ but doesn't mandate‐‐green building. Create a checklist of desired green features. If  applicants can check off all the features, they get expedited permitting. (NR 24.1 Incentives  for Energy Conservation)     o  ENCOURAGE STAFF MEMBERS TO BECOME LEED ACCREDITED OR THE EQUIVALENT: The  more expertise on staff, the more assistance can be provided not just to applicants but to  other staff members.     o  EXPAND STAFF TRAINING AND AWARENESS: Provide sustainability education for all City  departments and all levels within departments to increase better city coverage on these  issues.     o  INCORPORATE SUSTAINABILITY GOALS: Have departments set sustainability goals for their  departments and have regular reports on performance.      TAKE A LEADERSHIP ROLE: Show the City is committed to sustainability with public buildings that can  provide a healthier environment for workers.     o  LEED BUILDINGS: Continue the policy that all City buildings must be LEED qualified or the  equivalent where financially feasible.     o  RETROFIT: Regular maintenance and repair of City buildings should incorporate  sustainability practices, and there should be cost‐benefit analyses of retrofitting older  buildings to make them more energy efficient.     o  ENCOURAGE SUSTAINABLE NEIGHBORHOODS: When reviewing development proposals,  consider the surrounding neighborhood/area and encourage development that looks  beyond the individual parcel and appropriately improves the public realm which may  include pedestrian and bicycle access, landscaping, and other improvements that promote  the area’s sustainability. (LU 5.6.1 Compatible Development, LU 5.6.4 Conformance with the  Natural Environmental Setting LU 6.1.2 Siting of New Development, CE 5.1.3 Pedestrian  Improvements in New Development Projects, CE 5.1.4 Linkages to Citywide Trail System and  Neighborhoods)     o  JOBS/HOUSING BALANCE: To the degree possible, work towards a jobs/housing balance  that reduces the need for long‐distance commuting.     o  HEALTHY TREES: Whether in parking lots or parkways, trees provide an aesthetic benefit as  well as shade and habitat. Focus on trees that provide large canopies but also avoid root  problems and are not heavy water users. To insure healthier trees, mandate BMPs for tree  wells including deeper holes and better soil arrangements.     o  LOOK TO THE FUTURE: Changing major systems once a house/building is completed can be  disruptive, difficult and expensive, so it is more practical to provide for future choices.     o  FORWARD FIT: Where financially feasible, promote best practices by encouraging all new  development to provide solar‐ready rooftops, gas pipe outlets for major appliances, and  outlets for plug‐in vehicles, so that if users choose, they can make energy upgrades easily.        3. WASTE REDUCTION   GOAL‐‐move toward a zero‐waste model.     Trash is expensive. The more we can reduce the amount of waste we produce, the better it is for our  budget and also for the environment since landfills are a major source of methane. In looking at  programs and policies, the City should always consider the Zero Waste mantra: Reuse, Recycle, Reduce.     Objective: redirect 100% of the waste stream from within the city to the best  and most appropriate use.     IDENTIFY ALL WASTE STREAMS: To have a comprehensive program, we must know the amount each  segment produces.     O DATA ANALYSIS: Analyze the amount produced through construction/demolition;  households (mixed and recyclables); businesses (malls, small and large shopping centers,  restaurants, apartment buildings) to determine the best BMP to reduce/reuse/recycle.      REDUCE CONSTRUCTION WASTE: Building material makes up 22% of landfill material statewide.     o  SUPPORT DECONSTRUCTION OVER DEMOLITION: Deconstruction provides for the reuse of  many elements. Consider incentives such as fast‐tracking for those who not only  deconstruct but use the material on site.     PROVIDE FOR HAZARDOUS WASTE DISPOSAL: Because the hours and location of the sites for hazardous  waste disposal are not always convenient, hazardous materials tend to accumulate in garages which is  hazardous in itself.     o  HAZARDOUS WASTE PICK UP: Work with the City's residential trash hauler to better  communicate the methods available for haz/mat pickups.     REDUCE OFFICE WASTE: Sustainable procurement and use practices save money and encourage green  businesses.   o  PAPER USE: Set a City reduction goal.     o  GO ELECTRONIC: Within legal and practical boundaries, use electronic means for notices,  etc., instead of paper whenever possible.     o  GOOD PACKAGING PRACTICES: To the degree possible, make packaging a consideration  when purchasing supplies.     REDUCE ORGANIC WASTE: Divert waste that can be reused from landfills.     o  COMPOST: Look for opportunities to expand the City's compost program.     o  STUDY A GREEN WASTE PROGRAM: Determine which gets a higher diversion of green  waste‐‐implementing a green waste program for residents or increasing the diversion  requirements with city haulers, and implement the better choice, taking into consideration  any additional cost.     o  SEPARATION OF MATERIALS: Work with the residential trash hauler(s) to continue  educating residents on the benefits of separating and recycling. Be sure that separated trash  is handled appropriately. Post the information on the city's website.     o  CONSIDER BIO‐COMPOSTING SYSTEMS: Such systems take organic waste including food  and compost it to produce a biogas that can be used as CNG fuel or to produce electricity.  Sites can be as small as 3,000 sq. ft. Form a task force to explore the feasibility of such a  system for the city.     o  FOOD WASTE PROGRAMS: Encourage local restaurants to participate in food waste  programs from groups like Surfrider Foundation.       RECOMMENDATION: Expound on RSS programs & activities under “Protect the Harbor & Beaches” heading PROTECT THE HARBOR AND BEACHES: Beaches, parks and other sites are often overwhelmed by the  amount of trash produced by their visitors. Include and highlight the following:  1. Natural Resources conduct a “Drains to Ocean” program as a one of our field trips we  offer.  2. Marine debris outreach and stewardship programming  3. Mayor’s Youth Council—Environmental Action Corps  4. All of Natural Resources marine or water education programs have a reductions of  litter/pollution component  5. Monthly park and beach cleanups hosted by R&SS Natural Resources  6. Coastal Cleanup Day.  R&SS NR hosts 5 sites citywide with 400‐500 volunteers annually.  7. Fishing line disposal and recycling program with receptacles at Lower Castaways,  Newport and Balboa Pier, and well as the Fun Zone.                  o  ADD CANS AND ROUTES: Working with trash haulers, identify areas that need more trash  cans and/or pickups to eliminate escaped trash.     RECOMMENDATION: move “Discourage Single-Use Materials”, “Water Refill Stations” and “Multi-Use Bags” subheadings from the “Provide for Hazardous Waste Disposal” heading and place under “Protect the Harbor and Beaches” heading. o  DISCOURAGE SINGLE‐USE MATERIALS: Plastic bottles and single use bags are a major  component of trash on beaches, in the harbor and in landfills.     o  WATER REFILL STATIONS: Work with private sector/non‐profit groups to replace existing  drinking fountains with water refill stations throughout the city.     o  MULTI‐USE BAGS: Encourage residents and businesses to use/provide multi‐use bags.                  RECOMMENDATION: Add ”Partnerships” heading to the 3. WASTE REDUCTION section   PARTNERSHIPS: We work with a number of partners to reduce the trash and increase recycling in the  City.                    4. TRANSPORTATION   GOAL‐‐ a transportation system with efficient traffic flow, convenient alternatives  to the automobile and which is friendly to pedestrians and bicycles.     Probably the most common complaint from residents is about traffic. Whether it is a daily commute  along Coast Highway or trying to take the family to the beach in the summer, congested roads mean  longer trips, increased emissions, more frustration for drivers and demand for new lanes/streets. By  promoting alternative means of transportation, the city can reduce the number of cars on the road, the  amount of emissions produced, capital expenses, and improve the quality of life for its residents.     ENCOURAGE ALTERNATIVE TRANSPORTATION MODES: The use of alternative transportation can  relieve congestion on the roads and take pressure off the busiest parking lots. (CE1.1.1 Comprehensive  Transportation System, CE 6.2.1 Alternative Transportation Modes)     o  BICYCLE MASTER PLAN: The adopted Bicycle Master Plan lays out comprehensive steps for  improving city streets and roads for bicycles and pedestrians. It is critical that the plan's  recommendations be enacted.     o  BIKE SHARING: This provides an easy way to encourage the use of bikes, particularly by  visitors and beachgoers, so it would serve the city well to bring in a bike‐share program from  a private vendor.     RECOMMENDATION: Expound on RSS programs & activities opportunities under “Bike Valet” subheading  o  BIKE VALET: Many residents and visitors would bicycle to events within the city if they  were sure of a place to leave their bikes. As part of the Special Event permit, encourage  bike valet programs at events held in the city. RSS could play a role in encouraging bike  use and bike valets at city programs.                 RECOMMENDATION: Expound on RSS programs & activities under “Increase Walkability” subheading  o  INCREASE WALKABILITY: Identify areas with incomplete sidewalk connections and improve  connectivity. (CE 5.1.2 Pedestrian Connectivity NR 6.1 Walkable Neighborhoods) RSS works  to develop and manage trails within the city                  o  PREFERRED PARKING: Provide preferred parking in city lots for car pools, alternatively‐ fueled autos, golf carts.     o  MAKE BUS TRAVEL MORE ATTRACTIVE: Work with OCTA to improve the comfort and utility  of bus stops. Work with local businesses to provide more links from the Newport Center hub  to places of employment. (CE 1.2.4 Public Transit, CE 4.1.1 Public Transit Efficiency, CE 4.1.6  Transit Support Facilities)     o  EXPAND EXISTING SYSTEMS: Work with existing businesses and institutions that already  provide transportation such as UCI and the "bar" cars on the Peninsula to develop additional  routes and hours.     o  GOLF CART ROUTES: Develop more routes for golf carts, especially ways to get to major  attractions like the beach and shopping centers.     o  ALTERNATIVE FUELS: Continue to support and expand alternative fueling stations‐‐CNG,  electric, hydrogen. NR 6.8 Accessible Alternative Fuel Infrastructure)     o  SHUTTLES: If a funding source can be identified, develop a program for free electric shuttles  to and around areas like the Peninsula, CdM and Fashion Island. Start with a summer  program, and consider partnering with schools for offsite parking locations. (CE 1.2.2 Shuttle  Service, CE 4.1.2 Seasonal Public Transit)     o  SCHOOL TRAFFIC: Work with the school district to encourage carpooling for those students  who drive. Identify and improve safety issues to encourage more students to bike and walk  to school. (CE 4.1.7 School Transit, CE 5.1.11 School Access)         IMPROVE TRAFFIC EFFICIENCY: More efficient streets mean better traffic flow and fewer emissions.     o  TRAFFIC LIGHT SYNCHRONIZATION: Continue to improve the synchronization of traffic  signals on all major thoroughfares. (CE 2.2.3 Traffic Control, CE 6.1.1 Traffic Signals, CE 6.1.2  Intelligent Transportation Systems, NB 6.6 Traffic Signal Synchronization)     o  SIGNAGE: Continue to review signs, whether directional or street identification, to be sure  they are easy to read and understand. (CE 1.2.1 Wayfinding, CE 7.2.2 Parking Signage, R 9.3  Sign Program)     o  NEIGHBORING CITIES: Coordinate with abutting cities to maximize alternative  transportation opportunities and to improve traffic efficiency. (CE 3.1.2 Integration of  Transportation Systems with Adjoining Communities and the Region, CE 6.1.3 Coordination  with Adjacent Jurisdictions NR 6.5 Local Transit Agency Collaboration)     o  HELP BUSINESS: The more residents shop within the city, the fewer miles they drive.     o  BUY LOCAL CAMPAIGN: Work with the Newport Beach and Corona del Mar Chambers on a  Buy Local campaign to support local businesses and eliminate miles driven.    o  SHORTEN COMMUTES: The closer people are to work, the less they have to drive.     o  SUPPORT WORKPLACE HOUSING: Work with major employers like Hoag and create  incentives for workplace housing.     IMPROVE PARKING AND ROAD INFORMATION: Neighborhoods near the beach suffer from cars circling  endlessly, trying to find parking.     o  BEACH LOT SIGNAGE: Have strategically‐placed signs well before the destination  announcing when beach lots are full and suggesting alternatives.     o  HIGHLIGHT ALTERNATIVE ROUTES: Take some of the pressure off local roads, particularly  Coast Highway, by pointing out alternatives with signs. Commission a study of the proposed  bypass option to use Newport Coast Drive as an alternative to Coast Highway through  Corona del Mar.     DECREASE EMISSIONS: Big trucks can be a major source of emissions.     o  REPLACEMENT: Continue to replace City vehicles fueled by gasoline. Set a goal for the City  fleet to be completely alternative fuels by the earliest practical date, taking into account the  financial considerations. (NR 6.7 City Fleet Vehicles)     o  CONSOLIDATE WASTE PICKUP: Improve the efficiency of waste pickup and reduce the  number of large trucks on streets and in alleys by working with the franchised haulers.        5. ENERGY   GOAL‐‐make the city as energy‐efficient as possible.     Energy providers have struggled to keep up with population growth, and resulting power outages are not  just inconvenient‐‐they can be disastrous. Reducing usage will help protect the grid while utilities work to  augment their capacity. To this end, the City has an excellent Energy Action Plan (EAP) that should  continue to be followed diligently.     Objective‐‐review, update and adopt the City's Energy Action Plan. (NR 24)     CONSERVE ENERGY: One of the most inexpensive ways to reduce energy usage is through conservation.     o  PARTNER WITH UTILITIES: Our local utilities have a number of programs to help residents  and businesses reduce energy usage, and the City should help promote these programs.     o  PROMOTE EFFICIENCY: Encourage where feasible the most energy‐conserving insulation,  windows, etc. in new building and remodels. (NR 24.2 Energy Efficient Design Features)     PRODUCE ENERGY: Energy savings translate into dollar savings while relieving stress on the grid.     o  SOLAR TREES: In parking lots, solar trees provide both welcome shade for cars and energy  for other uses. Develop a plan to install solar trees in City parking lots where it is  aesthetically compatible and financially feasible. Provide incentives for solar trees in private  lots.     o  SOLAR PANELS, BUILDINGS: Solar panels can provide a significant portion of a building's  energy requirements. Develop a plan to phase in solar power for City buildings where  financially feasible.     o  SOLAR POWER, HARBOR: Look for sites in the harbor to use solar panels to provide power.     o  OTHER SOLAR OPPORTUNITIES: Work with agencies and businesses to encourage solar‐ powered pay stations, signage and bus stop accoutrements.     o  BIOCOMPOSTING: (as discussed in Waste) Create a site for bio‐composting to convert  organic waste to gas and electricity.     MONITOR ENERGY: The EAP has a number of recommendations for monitoring energy use.     o  ENERGY AUDITS: Conduct regular energy audits of City buildings to insure efficiency. Report  findings on the City website.     o  ENERGY STUDIES: Use the Enterprise Energy Management Information System and the EPA  Portfolio Manager. to monitor City Hall and other City LEED (or the equivalent) buildings to  see how they perform vs. how they are supposed to perform to provide information for  better buildings in the future.     IMPROVE INFORMATION ACCESSIBILITY: Older style meters provide little information to users and  require drive‐to reading.    o  MODERN METERS: Work with utility companies to install state‐of‐the art meters so that  residents have timely information on usage and on‐site meter reading is eliminated.     o  REPORT CARDS: Have annual updates on usage so that residents know how the city is doing  on energy savings. Post on the City website.     6. WATER     6a. WATER CONSERVATION   GOAL‐‐make the city as self‐sufficient in its water supply as possible  while increasing conservation efforts.     The city is fortunate not to have to depend on a single source for its water, and it should continue to seek  additional sources. At the same time, conservation efforts should be expanded.     Objective‐‐meet and exceed State‐mandated requirements for conservation.     CAPTURE WATER: Runoff is wasted water that also impacts water quality.      o  CURB CUTS: Where practical and financially feasible, mandate that streets and parking lots  be designed to direct runoff to landscaped areas.     o  STORAGE TANKS: Where practical and financially feasible, infiltrate or capture and reuse on  landscape via storage tanks on site complying with low impact development.     o  RECYCLE WATER: The more recycled water replaces potable water for landscape, the more  potable water is available.     o  INCREASE RECYCLED WATER SUPPLY: The City has identified all purpIe pipe (recycled water)  outlets within and immediately adjacent to the city. Determine where extensions of the  pipes would create the most benefit (parks, golf courses). Seek private partners, and  develop an implementation program to extend the pipes to these areas as part of the  Facilities Finance Plan and budget. Permanently tie into CdM High School playing field  irrigation to use recycled water on a permanent basis. ( NR 2.1 Recycled Water Use)     o  GRAY WATER: Simplify the requirements for gray water system installation as much as  possible while remaining consistent with state standards.     o  GROUNDWATER RECHARGE: Look for new sites for recharge. Work with IRWD and Newport  Bay Conservancy to determine the feasibility of a site below San Joaquin Marsh. Install  infiltration galleries at the outfall of Buck Gully. ( NR 2.2 Advanced Water Treatment  Processes)   IMPROVE LANDSCAPES: Plantings suitable to our climate save water and can also contribute to water  quality by reducing runoff.     o  DEMONSTRATION GARDENS: Support demonstration gardens, both by the City and by  other groups, that showcase plants that use less water. Have photos on the City's web site  and also in the Building/Planning area.      o  TURF REMOVAL: Look at playing fields and other areas in the city for the replacement of  grass with artificial turf where practical and financially feasible. Provide incentives for turf  removal by residents and businesses.     o  SMART IRRIGATION SYSTEMS: The City should continue its successful program to provide  incentives for residents to change to smart systems, particularly in areas adjacent to  sensitive habitat.     STRENGTHEN THE MESSAGE: Utilize a variety of ways to get the conservation message out.     o  REACH RENTERS: Work with landlords to develop reliable and regular ways to communicate  with renters about conservation.     o  IMPLEMENT TIERED RATES: These can work as both encouragement to save and  discouragement to waste. With the guidance of the City Attorney and in conformity with  state law, implement a tiered rate plan that is tailored to individual requirements as much  as possible. (NR 1.3 Tiered Water Rates)     6b. WATER QUALITY     GOAL‐‐have a healthy ocean, bay and harbor as evidenced by high water quality.     The harbor and ocean are major financial engines for the city which has enacted many programs over  the years to protect water quality. These efforts must be continued and expanded where possible to  maintain the high reputation the city enjoys.     Objective‐‐have all beaches receive no lower than a B grade from Heal  the Bay and have zero postings in the harbor and elsewhere.     REDUCE RUNOFF: Water coming from streets and storm drains is the major conveyor of pollutants to  the ocean and bay.     RECOMMENDATION:Add an “Education and Outreach” subheading under “Reduce Runoff” heading; expound on RSS programs & activities under the new subheading     o  EDUCATION AND OUTREACH: RSS is involved with “Drains to Ocean” program and the  Sustainability Symposia at BBSC                 o  GREEN STREETS: Require street design to minimize runoff with curb cuts and bio swales  wherever possible. Where possible, retrofit existing streets to utilize parkways and medians  to capture runoff. (HB 8.2 Water Pollution Prevention, HB 8.15 Street Drainage Systems, NR  3.2 Water Pollution Prevention, NR 3.15 Street Drainage Systems)     o  NATURAL TREATMENT SYSTEMS: Look for opportunities to create systems, particularly  where water quality problems are occurring downstream. (HB 8.13 Natural Wetlands, NR  3.13 Natural Wetlands)     o  PERMEABLE PAVEMENT: Look for opportunities such as the repaving of alleys and parking  lots to use a permeable surface.       RECOMMENDATION: Expound on RSS programs & activities under “Reduce Trash” heading  REDUCE TRASH: Trash is not only unsightly but impacts water quality. Include the following RSS  activities related to reducing trash:  1. Natural Resources conducts a “Drains to Ocean” program as a one of our field trips we  offer.  2. Marine debris outreach and stewardship programming  3. Mayor’s Youth Council—Environmental Action Corps  4. All of Natural Resources marine or water education programs have a reductions of  litter/pollution component  5. Monthly park and beach cleanups hosted by R&SS Natural Resources  6. Coastal Cleanup Day.  R&SS NR hosts 5 sites citywide with 400‐500 volunteers annually.  7. Fishing line disposal and recycling program with receptacles at Lower Castaways,  Newport and Balboa Pier, and well as the Fun Zone.                 o  DEBRIS BOOMS: Identify additional areas for debris booms and install them in order to  capture trash before it reaches the bay and ocean. Have a regular maintenance program not  just for the trash removal but for site access.       RECOMMENDATION: Expound on RSS programs & activities under “Upstream Partners” subheading o  UPSTREAM PARTNERS: The Newport Bay Watershed Executive Committee is a group of  cities, the county and private entities that works together financially and otherwise to solve  problems affecting the bay. It is critical that the City play a major role in both the Executive  and Management (staff) committees to insure that all those who contribute to the problem  continue to be part of the solution. NR staff works with the Santa Ana Zoo to conduct water,  runoff and programs similar to “Drains to Ocean” to help educate residents about our  watershed, and the ocean.                   o  CDS UNITS AND MARINA TRASH SKIMMERS: Continue to expand both programs using  OCTA grants to fund the program.     o  CATCH BASINS: Catch basins can be a major source of pollutants, particularly when they are  never cleaned or cleaned irregularly. The City already cleans a number of basins annually for  private entities and should extend this program so that all catch basins are cleaned annually.     o  SANTA ANA DELHI TRASH REMOVAL PROJECT: Support this project and work with partners  to look for maintenance funding opportunities.     UTILIZE DIVERSIONS: Although not usually a first choice, diversion can be a solution to difficult water  quality problems where treatment methods have failed. It can also be a source of water for  groundwater replenishment.      0 IDENTIFY HOTSPOTS: Identify water quality hotspots and determine where it is feasible to  divert the source of pollution.      o UTILIZE RUNOFF: Many golf courses and other entities use recycled water. Explore the  possibility of having them accept diverted runoff to dilute the higher salt content of recycled  water.     ENCOURAGE CLEAN BOATING: An important part of our marine community, boats are also a source of  pollution from things like hull cleaning and older, inefficient engines.     o  PROMOTE BETTER METHODS AND PRODUCTS: Task the Harbor Commission to develop  proposals to lessen the impact of boats on air and water quality.     SUPPORT SCIENCE : Science can provide new methods of dealing with water quality problems. It can  also provide the basis for challenging water quality standards that appear arbitrary or ineffective.             RECOMMENDATION: Expound on RSS programs & activities under “UCI Oceans” subheading      o  UCI OCEANS: The City should take advantage of UCI Oceans which is committed to   establishing new partnerships. RSS and NR staff partner with UCI Oceans on monitoring, and   outreach                   0 KERKHOFF MARINE LAB: The City should promote and help fund this unique facility, both in  its location and the fact that it has an ocean‐intake pipe, something that would be virtually  impossible to get permitted today. UC Irvine is committed to partnering with the California  Institute of Technology, owner of the facility, on revitalization of the lab, both for marine  science studies and as a resource for marine education for youth.     o  GUTTER BUDDIES: The City should encourage the State Water Board to accept a natural  exclusion clause for bacterial TMDLs, as proposed in the biofilm study by residents (Dr. and  Mrs. Jack Skinner) and staff (John Kappeler). Such an exclusion would mean lower testing  costs and fewer beach closures while not negatively impacting swimmers' health.         RECOMMENDATION: Change the name Section 7. URBAN OUTDOORS to Section 7. NATURAL RESOURCES. Update relevant references in Section 6. Include water to this section, as water and the natural environment interplay as a system—an ecosystem, it is difficult to consider the two separate. It is also the organization in the General Plan   7. URBAN OUTDOORS 7. NATURAL RESOURCES                 GOAL ‐‐ protect and enhance recreational and natural open space.     From the Upper Bay to the beaches, Sunset Ridge Park to Buck Gully, the city's open spaces provide  recreation, solace and habitat within an increasingly urban environment. Protecting these resources  helps maintain the city's life style as well as property values and tourism. (LU 1.3 Natural Resources, NR  13.1 Wetland Protection)     CLEAN, HEALTHY BEACHES AND PARKS: Our parks and beaches are major attractions for both residents  and visitors and must be maintained at the highest level.         RECOMMENDATION: Expound on RSS programs & activities under “Partnerships” subheading    o  PARTNERSHIPS: Work with community groups on clean up and beautification programs  such as adopt‐a‐beach and adopt‐a‐park. These partners work with us on monitoring, outreach,  and support of programs. RSS natural resource partnerships include:  1. Sea and Sage Audubon  2. OC Marine Protected Area Council  3. Newport Bay Conservancy  4. Environmental Nature Center  5. Irvine Ranch Conservancy  6. Orange Coast River Park  7. OC Coastkeeper  8. Surf Rider Newport Beach  9. Crystal Cove Alliance  10. Natural Communities Coalition  11. Friends of Harbors Beaches and Parks  12. Discovery Science Center—Ocean Quest  13. UCI  14. UCI Oceans Initiative  15. CSU Fullerton   16. Cal Poly Pomona  17. CSU Long Beach  18. UCR  19. UCLA  20. Chapman University  21. Orange Coast Collage  22. Santa Ana College  23. Mt. SAC College  24. Irvine Valley College  25. Saddleback College  26. Orange Coast College  27. Citrus College  28. MBC Environmental Consulting  29. Newport Landing Sport Fishing  30. CDFW  31. CA State Parks  32. USFW  33. OCParks  34. CA Coastal Commission  O FEWER PESTICIDES: Continue to reduce the use of and find alternatives to chemical  pesticides and herbicides in city parks and open space. (HB 8.1 Chemical Uses Impacting  Water Quality, NR 3.1 Chemical Uses Impacting Water Quality)     RECOMMENDATION: Expound on RSS programs & activities under “Green Linkage” subheading o  GREEN LINKAGE: Develop a green linkage plan that connects the city's parks and beaches  with green corridors and pedestrian/bike ways. Work with local partners on new/expanded  trail networks . Possible TCA trail project, and support of the Coastal Trail network                   RECOMMENDATION: Change “Urban Forest” heading to “Natural Resources Planning   NATURAL RESOURCES PLANNING URBAN FOREST: Newport Beach is a TreeCity/USA recipient. Our  trees are a vital part of our neighborhoods                 RECOMMENDATION: Change “Urban Forest Master Plan” subheading to “Natural Resources Master Plan”    0 NATURAL RESOURCES MASTER PLAN URBAN FOREST: Finalize a master plan for the  replacement of trees that insures a good percentage of mature trees in every area of the  city at all times. Set a specific goal for the number of replacement and additive trees each  year                   RECOMMENDATION: Combine “Sea Level Rise” & “Develop an Ocean Plan” subheadings and content. Move to “Natural Resources Planning” heading and include as part of a proposed “Natural Resources Master Plan”.       0 DEVELOP AN OCEAN PLAN/SEA LEVEL RISE: While there has been a lot of discussion of the  bay, particularly Balboa Island, the ocean‐facing areas have been largely ignored. Develop a  plan to deal with sea level rise along the ocean front that avoids armoring and supports  natural treatments including deep beaches and dunes. The plan should include a schematic  for the use of dredging spoils, particularly from the Santa Ana River. (NR 5.1 Dredging  Projects) This could include sea level rise mitigation, ocean acidification, and beach  erosion/sand replenishment among other issues facing our ocean, and coastal resources                        o  PARKWAY TREES: Provide longer irrigation periods by the City to insure the survival of new  trees. Provide more information to homeowners on the care of trees in their parkways.     0 ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA: In addition to site suitability, in selecting trees include  criteria for species that support birds, bees and other important fauna.     RECOMMENDATION: Expound on RSS programs & activities under “Use Existing Plans” subheading  o  USE EXISTING PLANS: Make good use of plans already prepared by staff and community.  We currently work with in the frame work of a number of existing plans.  1. Integrated Regional Water Management Plan (IRWMP) for Upper Newport Bay  2. Buck Gully—NCCP—Natural Communities Conservation Plan, RRMP—Recreation and  Resource Management Plan , Operations Plan  3. Big Canyon—RRMP  4. CDFW MPA Management Plan (similar to NCCP on land)                 RECOMMENDATION: Expound on RSS programs & activities under “HAMP and Harbor Element” subheading  o  HAMP AND HARBOR ELEMENT: Task the Harbor Commission with oversight of the Harbor  Area Management Plan and Harbor Element of the General Plan, and have the Commission  present an annual report on how well the City is implementing them. Potential for RSS to  work with harbor on connections to the ocean and Back Bay (UNB)                RECOMMENDATION: Expound on RSS programs & activities under “Santa Ana River Trail Vision” subheading  o  SANTA ANA RIVER TRAIL VISION: Task the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission with  oversight of this plan, and have the Commission present an annual report on progress.  Natural Resources staff currently partners with Orange Coast River Park (OCRP) to facilitate  progress and communication between the various organizations working in this area                     RECOMMENDATION: combine “Continue to Provide Open Space Area” heading with “Protect Resources” heading and rename “Manage Open Space”.    MANAGE OPEN SPACE CONTINUE TO PROVIDE OPEN SPACE AREAS/ PROTECT RESOURCES: While most  of the city is built out, there are still areas that have been ignored and with care will provide new  recreational resources and habitat. The growth of population and accompanying development have  impacted our most sensitive areas.                  RECOMMENDATION: Add “Promote Protection of Open Space” subheading.   o  PROMOTE PROTECTION OF OPEN SPACE: Promote protection of open space.   One key  element missing from Section 7 is a natural resources protection/enforcement strategy.  As  we increase our management and recreational activities in these areas, we need to address  issues that arise from increased access, and human‐wildlife interfaces.  It is a condition of  our participation in the NCCP—Buck Gully.  NR staff is currently working with PD, and a  number of our partners to develop a volunteer program that will increase our ability to  monitor these areas, and provide for a city presence in our open space                   RECOMMENDATION: Expound on RSS programs & activities under “Orange Coast River Park” subheading  o  ORANGE COAST RIVER PARK: Continue to support the efforts of Orange Coast River Park,  Inc. to facilitate more coordination among landowners in improving this area. Natural  Resources  staff currently partners with Orange Coast River Park (OCRP) to facilitate  progress and communication between the various organizations working in this area                 RECOMMENDATION: Expound on RSS programs & activities under “Big Canyon Nature Park and Newport Canyon”  o  BIG CANYON NATURE PARK/JOHN WAYNE GULCH/NEWPORT CANYON: Follow the plans  created by staff and look for new opportunities to move efforts forward. (NR 16.2 Big  Canyon Creek Restoration Project). Natural Resources staff is working with partners  (IRC,CDFW, CA Coastal Commission, and NBC) as well as the Public Works Department in  these areas by implementing plans, and seeking funding  for plan implementation                  RECOMMENDATION: Add “Buck Gully” subheading.    0 BUCK GULLY: Natural Resources staff is working with partners (IRC,CDFW, NCC, ) as well as  the Public Works, Fire and Police Departments in these areas by implementing plans, and  seeking funding  for plan implementation                  RECOMMENDATION: Add “Ocean and Bay Beaches” subheading.     o  OCEANS AND BAY BEACHES: NR staff works to promote stewardship and thoughtful use of   our beaches                 RECOMMENDATION: Expound on RSS programs & activities under “Tidepools” subheading 0 TIDEPOOLS: Work with Orange County Marine Protected Area Council to expand programs  protecting the sensitive rocky areas from Big Corona to Crystal Cove. NR staff work with a  number of partners in the successful management of the rocky intertidal environment  including outreach and education, and monitoring                  RECOMMENDATION: Rename “Upper Bay” subheading to “Upper Bay-Back Bay”; Expound on RSS programs & activities under this new subheading o  UPPER BAY UPPER BAY‐BACK BAY: Work with other landowners and the Newport Bay  Conservancy to implement recreation and restoration plans. (HB 7.2, HB 7.3, NR 16.3, NR  16.4 Management of UNBER; HB 7.4, NR 16.5 Public Uses within UNBER; HB7.5, NR 16.6  Water Related Education and Research within UNBER; NR 16.1 Funding Support for  UNBER).NR staff works with CDFW, BBSC, UCI OCParks, and NBC to fund and implement  management plans, conduct education and outreach, monitor ecosystem health, coordinate  various groups working in the bay, and facilitate monitoring, and recreational/educational  activities                   RECOMMENDATION: Rename “Western Snowy Plover” subheading to “Coastal Dunes-Western Snowy Plover Critical Habitat”; Expound on RSS programs & activities under this subheading o  WESTERN SNOWY PLOVER COASTAL DUNES‐WESTERN SNOWLY PLOVER CRITICAL  HABITAT: Continue to work with both residents and the California Department of Fish and  Wildlife to protect breeding areas for the plover. NR staff works with USFW, CDFW, CA  Coastal Commission to promote suitable habitat areas for wintering and nesting  populations, as well as monitoring, and education/outreach programs                  RECOMMENDATION: Add “Environmental Study Areas (ESAs) citywide” subheading.   o ENVIRONMENTAL STUDY AREAS (ESAs) CITYWIDE: The R&SS Natural Resources staff  recommends assessing all ESAs within the City for prioritization of management activities in  order to promote and provide increased usable open space for recreational and educational  opportunities.  Integrate City policies with State and Federal programs and planning targets  for ecosystem function, recreational access, and enhanced quality of life                 RECOMMENDATION: Add “Support Science” heading.   SUPPORT SCIENCE: It is crucial that we utilize science to promote, communicate and educate about  ecosystems and ecosystem health.  It is important that we maintain awareness of issues present and  future, and engage the public in the discussion. We need good science to support clean healthy beaches  and parks which is why we partner with the educational institutions listed above                  Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission September 6, 2016 04/26/16 –Study Session Presentation 06/14/16 –Council refers plan to: Planning Commission Harbor Commission Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission Tidelands Management Committee Environmental Quality Affairs Committee Water Quality/Coastal Tidelands Committee Finance Committee 2 Prepared by a citizen’s committee Chaired by Nancy Gardner and Jean Watt Unified plan to make the City more sustainable Integrate practices into City functions Promote practices by the private sector 3 Education Building/Development Waste Reduction Transportation Energy Water Conservation/Quality Urban Outdoors 4 Incentives Promotion/Advocacy Partnerships City Infrastructure/Services Development/Land Use Data Collection/Analysis 5 Waiving or modifying fees Fast track permits processing Awards/recognition More flexible regulations 6 Multimedia Brochures Website Social media Presentations, etc. Staff training and accreditation 7 Utilities Educational institutions Nonprofits Private sector 8 LEED-qualified City buildings Retrofitting existing City buildings Water quality control and conservation Waste reduction and disposal 9 Alternative transportation Landscape design and materials Balancing jobs and housing Alternative energy Urban design Opens space and natural area protection 10 Annual reports by City departments Energy audits Commission/committee progress reports 11 RSS currently plans, manages, and oversees a large number of natural resource protection, and sustainability projects as well as programs throughout the City of Newport Beach. Coordinates with nonprofits: OC Coastkeeper Eelgrass Restoration Project Protect the Harbor and Beaches:Marine debris outreach and stewardship programming “Drains Oceans Program” Orange Coast River Park: Continue to support the efforts and more coordination among landowners in improving this area. Natural Resources staff currently partners with Orange Coast River Park (OCRP). 12 For more information contact: Patrick J. Alford, Planning Program Manager 949-644-3235 Palford@newportbeachca.gov www.newportbeachca.gov NEWPORT BEACH PB&R Commission Staff Report COUNCIL STAFF REPORT CITY OF Item VII-C September 6, 2016 RECOMMENDATION: That the PB&R Commission A. Uphold the Municipal Operations Director’s (MOD) decision to remove two Washingtonia robusta (Mexican fan palm) trees at 239 Carnation Avenue, Corona del Mar in order for development of the property to occur; or B, Approve the relocation of one or two Washingtonia robusta (Mexican fan palm) trees at the expense of the property owner elsewhere on the property. DISCUSSION: At the July 5, 2016 PB&R Commission meeting, an item was presented which was an appeal by the Palisades Condominium Association regarding the Municipal Operations Director’s approval of the removal of two Washingtonia robusta (Mexican fan palm) trees at 239 Carnation Avenue, Corona del Mar. Relocation of the trees is required to allow development of the property. At the August 2, 2016 Commission meeting, staff returned with a proposal to move the two palm trees to vacant sites on the parkway between 2500 and 2520 Seaview Avenue. The Commission and adjacent residents dismissed that alternative. Following a lengthy discussion about the need to retain the 3-car garage in the project, the Commission directed staff to seek alternatives to this requirement from the Public Works or Community Development Department which would allow the palm trees to remain on site. Moreover, the Commission passed a motion to recommend to the City Council that these trees be designated as Special Trees within the G-1 Policy. TO: Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission FROM: Municipal Operations Department Mike Pisani, Municipal Operations Department Director 949 644-3055, mpisani@newportbeachca.gov TITLE: Continuation: Follow-up - Removal of Two Washingtonia Robusta (Mexican Fan Palm) Trees – 239 Carnation Avenue Continuation: Follow-up - Removal of Two Washingtonia Robusta (Mexican Fan Palm) Trees – 239 Carnation Avenue September 06, 2016 Page 2 After the meeting, Staff discussed the garage situation with the Community Development Department. Tandem parking is allowable under the current approval, however, it would require 35 feet of depth from the right of way line, which is not possible with the design of the home. Replacing the 3-car garage with a smaller garage would require a variance from the Planning Commission and specific findings to be met. Consequently, the property owner and his architect have developed a plan to move the trees into the City right of way on the far northern edge of his property. To the north of 239 Carnation is a 5 foot piece of property between the project site and 301 Carnation Avenue. The property owner of 239 Carnation has attempted to reach the owner of this unbuildable property, but has been unable to do so. However, staff has approved the placement of the palm trees within the City right of way at this location, utilizing the street frontage in front of 239 Carnation and the 5 foot strip of property to the north. Attachment A shows the approximate location where the trees would be moved. Stephen Perkins, the owner of the property at 239 Carnation Avenue, recently forwarded an email from a resident at 315 Carnation Avenue opposing the retention of the palm trees and Mr. Perkins stated that the residents on either side of his property (233 and 301 Carnation Avenue) also oppose retaining the trees (Attachment B). If staff’s decision to remove the trees is upheld, the developer would be required to pay the cost of the tree removal and provide funds to plant two 48” box trees elsewhere in the community, since City Council Policy G-3 (Preservation of Views) prohibits the planting of street trees in the 200 block of Carnation Avenue. If Mr. Perkins funds the movement of one or both of the palm trees elsewhere on his property, the requirement to fund the planting of new trees would be waived. NOTICING: Council Member Scott Peotter, Andrew Goetz (the architect for the redevelopment project at 239 Carnation Avenue), and Voss, Cook & Thel LLP have received a copy of this report. Additionally, surrounding property owners were notified of the Commission Meeting related to this item via postcard (Attachment C). Attachments: A. Proposed relocation diagram B. E-mail from Stephen Perkins C. Meeting notification postcard sent to adjacent property owners From: Richard Madenburg [mailto:madenburg@outlook.com] Sent: Thursday, September 01, 2016 8:38 PM To: Pisani, Mike Cc: Cho, Kathryne; Lindeman, Marie; Lindeman, Marie Subject: Removal/Moving of Trees at 239 Carnation Ave Municipal Operations Department Mike Pisani, Municipal Operations Department Director 949 644- 3055, mpisani@newportbeachca.gov Dear Mr, Pisani I am concerned that your office did not proceed with the Motion passed by the Commission at the August 2nd meeting to recommend to the City Council that these trees be designated as Special Trees within the G-1 Policy. The 239 Carnation Property Owner is lobbing some of the neighbors to support the removal of the trees as being a nuisance – however, the property owner is also being “silent” on the overarching issue that removal of the trees will allow the expansion of the drive-way frontage and will permanently eliminate a current city designated public parking space. The greater community interests need to supersede the interest of an individual property owner attempting to build a massive house on a tiny lot! It is requested that the Commission’s recommendation that these trees be designation as Special Trees needs to be acted upon immediately. No decision to Move or Remove the Subject Trees should be made prior to a public discussion with the City Council! Thank you for respecting the direction of the Commission! Richard Madenburg 306 Carnation Ave CDM, CA 92625 madenburg@outook.com Darrin Ginsberg 301 Carnation Ave Corona Del Mar, Ca 92625 September 1, 2016, Michael Pisani and Dan Sereno Municipal Operations Director City of Newport Beach 562 Superior Ave Newport Beach, Ca 92663 Sent via mail and email Mr. Pisani and Mr. Sereno: Please be advised that as homeowners at 301 Carnation, we are opposed to moving the 2 existing Palm Trees to the Proposed relocation diagram which borders our property line. We believe that these Trees should be moved elsewhere in the city. We are opposed to the relocation as proposed for several reasons including: 1- We have young children and a puppy who play in our front yard and they could get seriously injured if palm branches or fronds drop on them. Moving the trees closer to us only increases that chance. 2- Trees already drop fronds on our cars and on our property. We have two fairly expensive cars including a Rolls Royce which is parked in front and damage to either car could be costly. This happens every time it gets very windy. 3- We just built a very expensive new home and have landscaped it with care. The roots of the existing palms are huge and have outgrown the area and if relocated closer to my property, they will grow into or onto our property and could cause significant damage. If this happens, I would have no choice but to look to the city pay for any damages to my property. As residents of the city, our family likes Palm Trees as they are very nice to look at but they just don’t fit on this property any longer. I think they should be moved elsewhere in the city. Sincerely, Darrin Ginsberg   NEWPORT BEACH PB&R Commission Staff Report COUNCIL STAFF REPORT CITY OF Item VII-D September 6, 2016 RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the PB&R Commission consider the reforestation request of a City Schnius terebinthifoliys (Brazilian Pepper) tree by Jack Schoellerman at 2845 Cassia Street. If approved the tree will be replaced with a 36" box Magnolia Cultivar at the applicant's cost. The applicant has met the procedural requirements for reforestation established in City Council Policy G-1. DISCUSSION: In September 2015, staff inspected a Brazilian Pepper tree located at 2845 Cassia Street as a result of a tree removal request from the property owner Jack Schoellerman. The removal of the tree was requested due to damage to public and private property. His request was denied and was informed of the City’s reforestation process. Jack Schoellerman met the procedural requirements for the reforestation request of the tree at 2845 Cassia Street. Additionally, the Board of Directors of his legally established community association provided the attached resolution in support of the request. The Commission may either approve or deny the reforestation request. If approved by the Commission, there will be a one-for-one replacement, a 36” box Magnolia Cultivar, of the tree at the applicant’s cost. NOTICING: Jack and Katharine Schoellerman, the Eastbluff Homeowners Community Association, and Council Member Kevin Muldoon have received a copy of this report. Attachments: A. Reforestation Application (email) B. Tree Removal Report/Review and photos C. Reforestation Check List D. City Council Policy G-1, Section V. Reforestation of City Trees TO: Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission FROM: Municipal Operations Department Mike Pisani, Municipal Operations Department Director 949 644-3055, mpisani@newportbeachca.gov TITLE: Reforestation Request – 2845 Cassia Street