HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-02-2017 PBR AGENDACITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
PARKS, BEACHES AND RECREATION COMMISSION
PB&R COMMISSION AGENDA
Council Chambers - 100 Civic Center Drive, Newport Beach
Tuesday, May 2, 2017 - 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.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 is not 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.
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IV.PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CONSENT CALENDAR
This is the time in which Commission Members may pull items from the Consent Calendar for
discussion (ITEMS V-A through V-C). Public comments are invited on Consent Calendar from
members of the audience. 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 Commission Member, members of the public are invited to speak on each item
for up to three (3) minutes per item.
All matters listed under Consent are considered to be routine and will all be enacted by one
motion in the form listed below. Commission Members have received detailed staff reports on
each of the items recommending an action. There will be no separate discussion of these
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.
V.CONSENT CALENDAR
Minutes of the April 4, 2017 PB&R Commission MeetingA.
Waive reading of subject minutes, approve and order filed.
04-04-2017 PBR Minutes
Parks, Trees & Beach Maintenance Divisions Activity ReportB.
Receive/file Activity Report of past and upcoming projects and events.
ITEM V-B
Recreation & Senior Services Activity ReportC.
Receive/file Activity Report of past and upcoming projects and events.
ITEM V-C
VI.CURRENT BUSINESS
Corona del Mar State Beach Volleyball Court Donation RequestA.
Consider the request to donate $2000 for the purchase of volleyball nets from Karyn Igar
on behalf of the family and friends of Ronald Hanks and Neal Cline.
ITEM VI-A
ATTACHMENTS A-C
Special Trees Removal - 318 and 326 Marine AvenueB.
Consider the request for removal of two Special City Eucalyptus trees located at 318 and
326 Marine Avenue and replaced with two 36" box Water Gum trees.
ITEM VI-B
ATTACHMENTS A-C
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Youth ProgramsC.
PowerPoint Presentation by Recreation Supervisor Brason Alexander.
VII.ANNOUNCEMENTS / 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-discussion item).
VIII.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.
IX.ADJOURNMENT
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission
Regular Meeting
April 4, 2016 – 6:00 PM
I. CALL MEETING OF THE PARKS, BEACHES & RECREATION
COMMISSION TO ORDER – 6:00 pm
II. ROLL CALL
Present: Marie Marston, Chair
Laird Hayes, Vice Chair
Tom Anderson, Commissioner
Roy Englebrecht, Commissioner
Dave Granoff , Commissioner
Walt Howald, Commissioner
Absent: Ron Cole, Commissioner
Staff: Laura Detweiler, Recreation & Senior Services Director
Mike Pisani, Municipal Operations Director
Sean Levin, Recreation & Senior Services Deputy Director
Dan Sereno, Landscape Manager
Justin Schmillen, Recreation Manager
Teri Craig, Administrative Support Specialist
Marie Lindeman, Administrative Support Specialist
III. NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
IV. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CONSENT CALENDAR
None.
V. CONSENT CALENDAR
A. Minutes of the March 7, 2016 PB&R Commission meeting.
Waive reading of subject minutes, approve and order filed.
B. Parks, Trees & Beach Maintenance Divisions Activities Report.
Receive/file Activity Report of past and upcoming projects and events.
C. Recreation & Senior Services Activity Report
Receive/file Activity Report of past and upcoming projects and events.
D. Tree Donation – West Jetty View Park
Approve the request to donate three 24” box Myoporum trees by Arbor Real
Estate and “Donated by Arbor Real Estate” at West Jetty View Park. The
donation will replace three Special Landmark (Myoporum) trees that failed
during the recent storm and necessitated an emergency removal.
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Motion by Commissioner Hayes, second by Commissioner Howald, to accept
Consent Calendar Items V-A through V-D. Motion carried; Cole absent.
VI. CURRENT BUSINESS
A. Lower Sunset View Park Extension
Provide guidance and comments for incorporation into the Lower Sunset View
Park Extension to begin the conceptual design process of the site.
Senior Civil Engineer Andy Tran said the design team wanted guidance and
feedback from the Commission. The scope of the project is to complete the
conceptual design and then other phases will be handled at a later date. He
introduced the team and presented on the two City owned parcels acquired from
Caltrans and the goals of the project.
Robert Barton, Design Project Manager from T.Y. Lin International stated that
architect Hunter Ruthrauff was unable to attend, but Landscape Architect Kim
Rhodes from David Evans & Associates was available tonight as well. He went on to
discuss the Mobility and Accessibility Plan and explained the proposed parking
garage and pedestrian bridge. Other possibilities noted were a bicycle node, fitness
stations, additional parking spots, a trolley stop, and a dog park.
Landscape Architect Kim Rhodes stated that the dog park could be 0.8 of an acre
and would be large enough to separate large and small dogs. She also mentioned
shade shelters, fitness equipment, walkways, seating, views, and connection to the
parking structure. She went on to say that should the City move forward with a dog
park there would be half the site left to incorporate those other elements mentioned.
Project Manager Tran stated that they would incorporate comments received at the
meeting into the conceptual design. Design alternatives would be presented to the
Commission, City Council, and community for selection of preferred alternatives.
Following that staff would look into grant applications for funding.
Commissioners voiced their concerns about the cost for a bridge and whether it was
a good idea to move forward with the project due to funding.
Additional discussions ensued regarding safety improvements for access to Sunset
Ridge Park; parking access and use; sight lines; possibility of a tunnel and if staff
should contact the Coastal Commission and Caltrans regarding crosswalk removal.
Pr0ject Manager Tran stated that the Caltrans Director’s Deed (agreement) included
a condition that the 2 parcels can only be used for recreational and public parking
purposes.
Chair Marston opened the public comments.
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Stan Rosenthal disagreed with Commissioner Englebrecht regarding a signalized
crosswalk due to safety and argued that a bridge was necessary. He presented the
Commission with pedestrian death statistics and that that the intersection of
Superior and PCH is the most dangerous one in Newport.
George Schroeder explained that the site had previously been considered for a
community center, but during the busy season the lot is full and traffic backs up.
As President of the West Newport Beach Association he indicated their highest
priority is for a pedestrian bridge across Superior and questioned if surface
parking counted as open space. He further questioned the safety of dog parks.
S. Harris Pinsky, a resident and dog owner, stated that current dog park is
inadequate. He visited the proposed site and was disappointed that the lot
charges for parking as other dog parks do not. He suggested finding an alternate
space for the dog park and using the space in question for sports.
Jim Mosher agreed that a tunnel would be better than a bridge. He indicated he
did not have a good visualization of the Superior bridge and was confused by the
presentation. With respect to the dog park he questioned if it was the best use for
this land and suggested the Commission consider alternative uses.
Judy Johnson suggested that trash cans be placed downwind because when
sitting at Sunset View Park there is a trash can next to the benches and if there is
a dog park the waste smell could be an issue.
Mark Wiltrain stated that the recreational area should not be used for cars or a
dog park, but rather for residents. He questioned the hours of a dog park and
asked who would be tasked with keeping it clean. He asked if staff could look into
subterranean parking and pedestrian tunnels. He said that he views the cost of
the project as an investment and wanted a dedicated lot for the Sunset Ridge
Park. He also suggested that the idea of a community center be revisited.
Sam Boctor lives at Newport Crest and overlooks the area. He stated that the
existing parking is empty 10 months of the year except for the summer and
holidays. He opposed the idea of a parking structure for cost reasons and
questioned if there really is a need for bridges as he feels safe crossing there. He
also brought up the issue of homeless people and hours of the park restrooms.
Chair Marston closed the public comments.
Additional discussion ensued regarding leagues or teams utilizing Sunset Ridge
Park with a better plan for parking and if there was potential for growth.
Deputy Director Levin stated that the park is underutilized and explained that the
use has dwindled because of parking and difficult access. Additional input on
recreational activities in the red area were recommended including picnic
benches, bike node and a dog park.
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B. Back Bay Signage Program
Back Bay Signage Program – Presentation by Newport Bay Conservancy.
Howard Cork, Newport Bay Conservancy, explained there was a consensus that
updated signage is needed in the Back Bay, and now that they have funding
sources the project will move ahead. Mr. Cork provided background on the
Newport Bay Conservancy and the bay itself.
Heather Cieslak, Newport Bay Conservancy, stated the goals of the project and
discussed the different purposes of signage and the desire to make signage
consistent across the Bay. She noted that OC Parks spent $50,000 on signage for
the west side of the bay and should be completed in mid-2017.
Commissioner Anderson said he runs into people all the time who are lost and
suggested they put signs up in the neighborhood and talk to local hotels about
wayfinding.
Mr. Cork explained they are producing a sign with an overview of the bay
showing different access points, hot spots, parking, etc. to go on the website and
in the parking lots.
Ms. Cieslak said the plan encompasses the entire bay and took into consideration
all the multi-use trails.
Chair Marston opened the public comments.
Jim Mosher said he lives near the Back Bay and that there are buoys that stand
out in a natural area and requested that they be toned down. He asked about the
Use Pass and if it would be required.
Chair Marston closed the public comments.
Chair Marston stated that no action was needed, and moved to the next item on the
agenda.
C. Bench Donation – Street End of the 300 Block of Jasmine Avenue
Consider the request to donate a bench from Donna Bussey for “Andrew ‘AJAX’
Jacks” at the street end of the 300 block of Jasmine Avenue.
Landscape Manager Sereno explained that the street end of the 300 block of
Jasmine Ave. was going to be re-landscaped and the Bussey family approached
the City regarding a bench donation. He stated that the bench is backless to
preserve views and discourage sleeping and noted that staff recommends
approval of the proposal. Commissioners noted their support of the project.
Chair Marston opened the public comments seeing none the public
comments were closed.
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Motion by Commissioner Granoff, second by Commissioner Howald, to approve a
bench donation from Donna Bussey for “Andrew ‘AJAX’ Jacks” at the street end of the
300 block of Jasmine Avenue Motion carried unanimously; Commissioner Cole absent.
D. Tree Reforestation – 1961 Port Provence Place
Consider the request for reforestation of a City Pyrus kawakamii (Evergreen
Pear) tree by Pamela Conner at 1961 Port Provence Place. If approved, the
replacement tree would be a 36” box Arbutus unedo (Strawberry) tree, installed
at homeowner’s cost.
Manager Sereno presented the reforestation request to replace an Evergreen Pear
with a Strawberry tree. He noted that requirements had been met and that the
homeowner’s association had accepted the request as well.
Discussion ensued regarding approval and the value of the tree. Manager Sereno
stated that the replacement cost was approximately $1,000 to $1,200 and would
be borne by the requestor.
Commissioner Englebrecht stated he did not support the reforestation.
Chair Marston opened the public comments.
Jim Mosher agreed with Commissioner Englebrecht. Additionally he questioned
the noticing on this type of matter whereby a single Council Member was
notified. He commented that these notices should be brought to the attention of
the full Council.
Chair Marston closed the public comments.
Motion by Commissioner Englebrecht, second by Commissioner Hayes, to deny
request for reforestation of a City Pyrus kawakamii (Evergreen Pear) tree by Pamela
Conner at 1961 Port Provence Place. Motion carried as follows:
Ayes: Englebrecht, Granoff, Hayes, Howald, Marston
Absent: Cole
Nay: Anderson
VII. ANNOUNCEMENTS / FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Director Detweiler announced that the Finding Dory Movie in the Park was Friday,
April 7 and the 3rd Annual Mayor’s Egg Roll at the Civic Center on Saturday, April 8.
She also reported that the Newport Beach Film Festival opens on April 20.
Director Pisani announced the Arbor Day Celebration would take place at Anderson
Elementary on April 27 at 8:45am with Chair Marston representing the
Commission.
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Discussion ensued regarding the replacement trees at West Jetty View Park and the
mulch giveaway at the OASIS Senior Center back parking lot this past weekend.
VIII. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
Jim Mosher commented on the City Council discussion regarding the renaming
of a park in honor of John Wayne and moving the Ronald Reagan statue to the
Civic Center Park. He reminded the Commission that about 13-14 years ago the
Commission decided that parks should not be named after people except in truly
extraordinary circumstances; i.e. Bob Henry Park, which is a policy he supports.
Mr. Mosher also commented on Mariner’s Park baseball field that he believes,
was rededicated without Commission approval. He thinks this was due to the
PB&R Commission approving a donation plaque for the batting cage last year,
but it appears now that the field has now been renamed.
Commissioner Howald stated that he was hopeful to learn more about Poppy
Avenue in a meeting with Engineer Mike Sinacori and that a discussion would be
held regarding tree issues.
IX. ADJOURNMENT - 7:54 p.m.
Submitted by: ________
Teri Craig, Admin Assistant
Approved by: _____
Marie Marston, Chair
NEWPORT BEACH
PB&R Commission Staff Report
CITY OF
Item V-B
May 2, 2017
PARKS MAINTENANCE:
Polaris Drive Stump Removal
Over the past couple of months, the Landscape Division’s tree maintenance contractor Great
Scott Tree Service has continued the clean-up effort from the recent winter storms. Last month,
Great Scott removed a massive Eucalyptus stump from a tree that fell along Polaris Drive and
blocked the roadway. A large crane was utilized to access the stump, which was high on a steep
slope, and ensured the removal was done safely and efficiently.
Have You Noticed at the Civic Center…?
Last month, Landscape
Supervisor Paul Ramirez and
Crew Chief Rich Trevino
worked with Park West
Landscape to upgrade the
parkway on Avocado Avenue
adjacent to the Civic Center.
In addition to grubbing out the
grass, Natal plums were
planted, mulch was added to
help keep moisture in the soil,
and the irrigation was
changed to a drip system to
save water.
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
May 2, 2017
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TREES:
As part of the City’s overall grid and annual trimming schedule, in March, the City’s tree service
contractor pruned trees in Eastbluff, Buffalo Hills, and Newport Coast, as well as responded to
service requests citywide.
Month of: # of Trees
Trimmed:
# of Trees
Removed:
# of Trees Planted:
March 2,931 111 29
BEACH MAINTENANCE:
Balboa Pier Fire Rings – Handicap Access
Handicap access is now available from both sides of the Balboa Pier to the fire rings.
On the south side of the Pier,
concrete was poured next to
the existing asphalt walkway
to four fire rings.
On the north side of the Pier,
a Trex board sidewalk was
constructed to allow handicap
access to four fire rings.
One fire ring on each location
allows for 360 degree access
to the fire rings.
Prepared by:
Dan Sereno, Landscape Manager John Salazar, Manager
Parks and Trees Division Field Maintenance Division
NEWPORT BEACH
CITY OF
To: PB&R Commission
From: Laura Detweiler, RSS Director
Sean Levin, RSS Deputy Director
Celeste Jardine-Haug, Senior Services Manager
Re: Recreation & Senior Services Department Monthly Activities Report
It’s Field Trip Time at the Tidepools
With the beginning of spring upon us and the end of the school year looming ahead, the local and not-so-
local schools kick their field trip itineraries into high gear. The
Office of Natural Resources reaps the rewards of these schedules
by hosting schools from pre-school to middle school at the Little
Corona tidepools. During a recent field trip a group of California
Sea Hares was spotted in the tidepools, which was a delight for
both the students and the staff.
On a separate occasion, a 6th grade group studying erosion was
led on a partial hike southeast heading towards Crystal Cove; and
shown examples of the erosion. The hike was was a great lesson
and a fun for all.
In addition to visiting
tidepools, the ISOpod truck has been booked to visit schools,
varying OC water districts, and other organizations for their
environmental festivals and events. The ISOpod was recently
upgraded with an efficient generator and inverter system, that
should allow the truck to run longer. This will help keep our
precious critters safe and comfortable while on the road. The
ISOpod, which has quickly become a “regular” at some events; is
looking forward to the opportunity to expand its territory to new
events popping up all over the county, thanks to the new
modifications.
Contracted Surf Programs Continue to Flourish
Surf classes, private sessions and surf camps offered through the City continue to be in high demand.
Council Policy F-14 specifies written notice to City Council when instructor fees exceed $120,000.
Instructors are paid a contracted percentage of the revenues generated and the huge programming
success has led to all of our surf instructors reaching this threshold well before their contract end date of
12/31/17.
Contract Surf Instructor
Contract
Start Date
Contract
End Date
Fees To
4/3/17
ENDLESS SUN SURF 05/01/2014 12/31/2017 $365,474
NEWPORT SURF CAMP 11/18/2013 12/31/2017 $569,977
OCEAN ADVENTURE PROGRAM 11/19/2013 12/31/2017 $786,368
Item V-C
May 2, 2017
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OASIS Instructor Receives Kudos!
Back in March, Judy Aprile, an OASIS fitness instructor, received the following card in the mail from a couple
who were visiting from out of town. Congratulations, Judy! Keep up the great work!
Dear Judy,
We feel very lucky to have found OASIS this past January. Physical Training at 7am taught by you was outstanding.
Your expertise, professionalism and friendliness was most appreciated. Your class was fun too! Thank you, Judy for
letting us joining your class. See you next year in January as we will be on Balboa Island again.
Sincerely,
Joan and Will Carney
New Weekend
Yoga Class at OASIS
Starting this weekend, OASIS will be offering a new Power Vinyasa Flow
Yoga class on Saturdays from 9:15-10:15am and Sundays from 10:45-
11:45am. A free sample class will be offered this Saturday, April 8 from
9:15-10:15am in the OASIS Dance Room. To register for the free sample
class, please click here.
For other question or more information about the class please email Leslie
Hardy at lhardy@newportbeachca.gov
Free Medical Lecture: Tips for Treating Senior Skin Conditions
OASIS Senior Center
Friday, April 21, 2017, 1pm
Like it or not, our skin changes as we age. For seniors, this can have a significant impact
as new skin conditions are discovered. Join our Hoag Medical Group family medicine
physician, Chrystene Nguyen, MD as she shares common skin conditions, treatment
recommendations, and preventative measures so you can take control of your skin.
Drug Take Back Event
OASIS will host the Police Department’s Drug Take Back Event on Saturday, April 29 from 10am-2pm in
the main parking lot. Unused medications can be turned in, free of charge.
Welcome to the Team Cesar!
Marina Park is happy to welcome Cesar Armas, as the new part-time Office Assistant
for Marina Park! He is a recent graduate from UCI where he studied Political Science
and Social Policy & Public Service. He enjoys traveling, drinking coffee, social
activism, going to Dodger games, watching reruns of The Office & Friends. He is
extremely excited to be here. We are just as excited to have him on our team in time
for the summer!
Summer Instructor Meeting
On April 13, Marina Park hosted three Summer Camp Instructor Meetings. Recreation Coordinators
covered Summer Camp policies, procedures, and best marketing practices. Special thanks go out to Kim
Pederson from Municipal Operations, who was able to join in and explain the importance of field
maintenance and the necessary procedures to keep our fields in great shape!
The meeting was informative and motivating to our great instructors who with the City will be running well
over 400 summer camps!
For more information on the camps offered or to register visit CampNewport.com.
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Newport Beach Youth Track & Field 2017
On March 31, the Recreation & Senior Services
Department and co-sponsor, Newport Balboa Rotary
Club hosted the annual Frank E. Anderson youth track
meet at Corona del Mar High School. The meet allows the
youth in the City between six and 15 years of age to
participate in a variety of activities including running,
long jump, softball toss, high jump, and shot put.
Over 400 athletes participated from the Newport-Mesa
Unified Schools and surrounding areas. The top six
finishers in each event qualified to compete in the
Southern California Municipal Athletic Federation
(SCMAF) Orange County Meet scheduled for Sunday,
May 21st at Estancia High School in Costa Mesa.
Following the Orange County meet, the youth that
advance from there have the opportunity to represent
Newport Beach at the SCMAF Finals on June 4 in Downey.
Thanks go out to the Department staff, Newport Beach
Police Explorers, Rotary volunteers, high school
volunteers, and all who helped make the track meet
possible.
Kudos To The Marina Park Staff
On April 7, Recreation Manager, Racquel Valdez received an email from one of our facility rental customers:
From: Tony Duckworth <tduckworth@cpoa.org>
Date: April 7, 2017 at 12:39:50 PM PDT
To: <rvaldez@newportbeach.gov>
Subject: Community Center and Staff
Ms. Valdez,
I had the pleasure of teaching a law enforcement class at your facility, Marina Park Community & Sailing Center –
what a wonderful place! I wanted to thank you and your fantastic staff for hosting us. Your staff is awesome – very
friendly and professional.
Thank you,
Tony
Tony Duckworth
Deputy Director
California Peace Officers’ Association
555 Capitol Mall, Suite 1495
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OASIS Senior Volunteer Fair
The OASIS Senior Center will host its first Senior Volunteer Fair on May
12th at 4p.m. This event is geared toward adults ages 50+. If you are
approaching retirement, enjoying retirement, or looking for a way to give
back, please join us for an informative event featuring local nonprofits
and government agencies providing volunteer opportunities. The
benefits of volunteering are endless: live longer, promote a healthier
lifestyle, gain a sense of purpose, stay connected and involved, help your
community, pay it forward. We hope to see you there!
For more information, please visit www.newportbeachca.gov/oasis or call
949-644-3244.
Warmer Weather Brings More Trash and More Beach Clean-ups!
Now that spring has sprung and we have “leaped forward” on our clocks, the sunny southern California
weather is strongly hinting at SUMMER! With summer comes beach-goers to the beautiful sandy beaches
of Newport Beach and with visitors, comes TRASH!
Of course, not all trash comes from our beach visitors, but
increased pedestrian traffic does have an impact. Trash is
also brought by wind, rain, and from off-shore. In order to
help with this ongoing issue, the Office of Natural Resources
provides opportunities for small or large groups to help keep
our beaches clean..
A monthly beach clean-up day is held the last Saturday of each
month and is open to any and all who want to participate.
Different beaches are chosen, such as Big Corona, Little
Corona, and the Balboa Peninsula (broken into sections) for each event. There is also the opportunity for private
beach clean-ups for smaller groups such as school programs or boy/girl scout troops who are earning hours or
badges towards their specific goals. These clean-ups generally focus on Big Corona or the tip of the peninsula.
During these cleanups, a Natural Resource Interpreter provides
a short presentation about marine debris and guides them
through the process. People can often be surprised at the
amount of debris/trash found and some of the unusual items
retreived; for example a car tire or a large hanging door wreath.
All sorts of trash can be found ranging from old buoys that have
broken free from their boats to small tiny plastic bits that have
degraded from plastic sand toys. From large to small, this
debris makes these locations far less desirable to human
visitors looking for a beautiful relaxing day or for our wildlife
who often mistake small plastic debris for food. Helping at one of these Beach Cleanup days will not only
help the environment but be an educational experience for the volunteers.
For more information on beach cleanups, email MarineEducation@newportbeachca.gov.
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Spring Break
Newport-Mesa Unified Scholl District students were ready to hop, skip, and jump right into Spring Break Camps
April 10-14 at a variety of our community centers, parks and beaches! We had eight active camps hosting 150
Spring Breakers who were able to: drop-in on a pop-up skatepark with Skatedogs, explore the Marine &
Microscopic Worlds with Bionerds, and have SEW much fun creating personalized bags with Fashion Camp!
Campers were also able to surf, sail, Playball, and engineer with LEGOs! It was a great week for everyone, and
a fun preview of what the 10 weeks of summer camps will look like.
Science – tech – engineering – art – math (steam)
The Recreation & Senior Services Department participated in the first STEAM
Night at Newport Coast Elementary. STEAM Night gave families a night of fun
hands-on activities and interactive exhibits. Over 200 families enjoyed the night
with some of our great contract instructors, including Conversa, Bio Nerds, Play-
Well Teknologies, Lisa Albert and Reina Rivera.
After the exhibits, food was available and
provided by Ninja with Attitude and Burnt Truck.
This was a great night filled with entertaining
activiites for the families of Newport Coast
Elementary.
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
March Park Patrol had the following number of contacts:
1. PATROL CHECKS
263 with Youth Sports Groups
535 Field related issues/checks
45 Park/Picnic/reservation issues/checks
168 Community Center issues/checks
404 Playground checks
2. PUBLIC CONTACTS
227 Education
4 Alcohol
132 Dog related
Written Warnings Issued – 5 (for parking and private instruction)
Citations Issued – 3 (2 for parking violations; 1 for dog off leash)
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FACILITY RENTALS
During the period of March 16 – April 15, 2017 there were:
15 Picnic/Park Area Rentals
8 Room Rentals
3 Field Rentals
8 Gym Rentals
10 OASIS Classroom Rentals
7 OASIS Event Center Rentals
34 Civic Center Community Room Rentals
12 Marina Park Picnic/Park Area Rentals
15 Marina Park Event Room Rentals
11 Marina Park Classroom Rentals
CYC Facility Rentals
4 NCCC Gym Rentals
17 NCCC Classroom Rentals
16 NCCC HOA Rentals
SPECIAL EVENT PERMITS (SEP)
Total SEP’s processed for 2016 – 262
Total SEP’s processed for 2017 – 94 (as of April 15, 2017)
Those events of note for the period of March 16 – April 15, 2017 are:
Movie in the Park – 4/7/17; Marina Park; attendance: 200
Mayor’s Spring Egg Roll – 4/8/17; Civic Center Green; attendance: 200
PARTICIPANTS ATTENDING 66,681 CUSTOMERS
RECREATIONAL CLASSES 23,499 CUSTOMERS
FITNESS CENTER 19,929 CUSTOMERS
PERSONALIZED SERVICES PROVIDED 8,099 CUSTOMERS
Includes:
Blood Pressure 150 Medical Equip Rentals 84
Counseling-Persons 170 Legal Assistance 28
Eldercare 6 All Rentals 48
Employment 17 Senior Assessment(hrs) 149
HICAP 28 Telephone Reassurance 560
Housing Counseling 90 Visual Screening 0
Information and Referral 6550 Taxes (Seasonal) 219
SENIORS RECEIVING TRANSPORTATION SRVCS 3,176 RIDERS
Care-A-Van/Shuttle
CUSTOMERS RECEIVING NOON MEALS @ OASIS 10,046 CUSTOMERS
*includes meals on wheels
VOLUNTEER SERVICES PROVIDED @ OASIS 9,407 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 275 CUSTOMERS
Day Trips & Extended Trips
SPECIAL EVENTS/SCREENINGS/LECTURES 1,657 PERSONS
HOAG Lectures (Various)
UCI Lectures (Various)
Presentations (Various)
Movies
Special Events
Sailing, Golf, Computer
Friends, Big Band and Let’s
Go Trippin’
WINTER 2017 OASIS QUARTERLY REPORT
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NEWPORT BEACH
PB&R Commission Staff Report
CITY OF
Item VI-A
May 2, 2017
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the PB&R Commission consider the request to donate $2,000 for
the purchase of volleyball nets from Karyn Igar on behalf of the family and friends of
Ronald Hanks and Neal Cline.
FUNDING REQUIREMENTS:
No City funding required. Costs for the plaques would be paid by the donor in addition to
the $2,000 for purchase of the Volleyball nets.
DISCUSSION:
City Council Policy B-17 (Attachment A) 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.
The City received a donation request from Karyn Igar to donate $2,000 for the purchase
of volleyball nets for the courts at Corona del Mar State Beach.
The value of the donation is $2,000. The donation is eligible to receive dedicatory plaques
for two courts. The submitted plaques verbiage complies with City Council Policy B-17,
and reads as “Ronald Hanks Court 1” and “Neal Cline Court 2”. Plaques would be affixed
to the existing Volleyball poles. Letter and signatures of support attached (Attachment B).
NOTICING:
The agenda item has been noticed according to the Brown Act (72 hours in advance of
the meeting at which the City Council considers the item).
Attachments: A. City Council Policy B-17
B. Letter from Family and Friends of Ronald Hanks and Neal Cline
C. Map and photo of requested court locations
TO: Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission
FROM: Sean Levin
Recreation & Senior Services Deputy Director
TITLE: Corona del Mar State Beach Volleyball Court Donation Request
B-17
PARKS, FACILITIES, AND RECREATION PROGRAM DONATIONS
PURPOSE
The City Council recognizes the need to promote community involvement and active
participation in quality of life components throughout the community, and the need to
establish a fair, equitable, and uniform procedure for which gifts may be donated to the
City. This policy establishes criteria for donations to assure area compatibility,
attractiveness, usefulness, and the capability to be maintained. Each donation
considered for inclusion in the City park public improvement and street system will be
subject to established limitations and guidelines for the particular area.
POLICY
A. Acceptance of donations of cash or tangible items
1. Based on the value of the donation, appropriate City staff will review the
acceptability of any donation and determine if the benefits to be derived
warrant acceptance of the donation.
2. Criteria for evaluation includes consideration of any immediate or initial
expenditure required in order to accept the donation, the potential and
extent of the City’s obligation to maintain the donation, and the
community benefit to be derived from the donation.
3. The cost of a tangible donation shall include a 10% maintenance fee paid
for in full by the donor. This maintenance fee is in addition to any other
fees or charges.
B. Types of Donations
Donations may be received in the form of cash, real, or personal property.
Restricted donations are those donations that the donor specifies for a particular
City location or purpose. Unrestricted donations are those donations that are
given to the City for unspecified use.
1. Cash Gifts
a. Donation of cash or items valued at below $10,000 may be accepted
by the City Manager. However, any donation considered a park
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facility improvement that would result in an installation of a
permanent fixture in the parks must be in compliance with section
B-4 of this policy, Park and Street Improvement Donations.
b. Donations of $10,000 and above may be accepted by the Parks,
Beaches and Recreation Commission.
c. Gifts of funds may be designated for restricted or unrestricted use.
d. Gifts of funds accepted by the City imply no other obligation
besides using donated funds for the specified purpose.
2. Trees
Tree donations add beauty to City parks and facilities. Trees may be
donated and installed at parks and parkway locations recommended by
the General Services Director and approved by the Parks, Beaches and
Recreation Commission. The minimum size of tree donations must be 24”
boxed containers unless waived by the Commission.
a. Tree donations are limited to specific species and limitations
identified in the City Donation Catalog.
3. Benches
Bench donations may be donated and installed in different areas of
placement including parks, streets, along the beachfront, within villages,
commercial districts, neighborhoods, on a specific island, etc. The Parks,
Beaches, and Recreation Commission, with the assistance of General
Services staff, shall designate the type, style, design, and placement of
City-owned benches on City property.
a. An inventory of designated benches and available bench locations
will be maintained in the City Donation Catalog.
b. Donation requests must be submitted to the General Services
Department and meet the following requirements:
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i. Bench donations along a city street, beachfront or other
public right of way will require the approval of the General
Services Director.
ii. Bench donations within a commercial district will require
notification of, and an endorsement from, the local business
association, if applicable.
iii. Bench donations for parks and facilities within a residential
community will require notification of residents and an
established homeowners association or common interest
development, when applicable, within 300 feet of placement.
4. Park, Public Improvement, and Street Amenities
Other amenities such as drinking fountains, tables, and other equipment
that will improve public places in parks, in and/or around public
buildings, streets, walkways, and trails may be donated to the City.
a. Other amenities that may be donated will be identified in the City
Donation Catalog.
b. Donation of public amenities valued at below $10,000 may be
accepted by the City Manager.
c. Donation of public amenities valued $10,000 and above may be
accepted or declined by the Parks, Beaches and Recreation
Commission.
d. Donations to be installed on public sidewalks shall meet the criteria
described in Policy L-15 Encroachments on Public Sidewalks and
approved by the Public Works Director and General Services
Director.
C. Naming Rights
Donors may receive naming rights on capital improvement projects for which
any donation matches or exceeds 75% of the total budgeted cost for the area
benefiting from the donation. All such donations will be submitted to the City
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Council for acceptance of the donation and the name to be applied to the project
in keeping with City Council Policy B-9 — Naming of City Parks & Facilities.
D. Sponsorships
Special Events are recognized as fundraising activities. Where donations or
sponsorship of a special event will require some form of recognition, and, in
order to provide recreational opportunities, corporate or organizational sponsors
may be recognized by use of logos and name on event banners and signage.
Signs and literature at all such special events would be at the discretion of the
appropriate Department Director. The size, scale and location of corporate logos
and names should not dominate the event facilities or area. Corporate logos
and/or names should not be displayed in a manner that would, in any way,
suggest the endorsement of the Department or the City. All signs must comply
with the City’s existing sign code and Council Policies B-3 and B-8.
E. Right to Decline
The City of Newport Beach reserves the right to decline any donation if, upon
review, acceptance of the donation is determined to be not in the best interest of
the City.
F. Special Privileges
Making a donation or co-sponsoring a special event does not entitle a
sponsor/donor to any special privileges other than those stated in this policy
such as recognition, plaques or displays at events, unless otherwise agreed upon
and approved by the Department Director or the City Council when
appropriate.
G. Gift Donation Catalog
The Recreation & Senior Services Director and General Services Director shall
review and present to the Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission periodically
the City Donation Catalog containing ideas for public donations.
H. Acknowledgements
1. Letter of acceptance of donation will be sent to donor.
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2. In some cases, recognition of donations may be given at Commission or
Council Meetings.
3. Plaques are reserved for donations meeting the following criteria:
a. Donors providing donations valued at $1,000 to less than $4,000
may elect to provide a dedicatory plaque not exceeding 2” x 6”
with a name designated by the donor preceded by one of the
following: “Donated by”, “Donated for”, “In recognition of”, or “In
Memory of”.
b. Donors providing donations valued at $4,000 or greater may elect to
provide a dedicatory plaque not exceeding 5”x7” with name, date and
dedication wording not exceeding 25 words. Plaque content must be
approved by the Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission.
c. Donors providing donations valued at least $1,000 that recognize
individuals or organizations that have provided distinguished long
term and/or significant service to the City may include a
dedicatory plaque not exceeding 5”x7” with name, date and
dedication wording not exceeding 25 words. Individuals can
include City employees with 25 or more years of distinguished
service, as determined by the PB&R Commission.
d. Plaques are at the expense of the donor, the City will assume
ownership and maintenance of the donated item and plaque
however, the City does not assume replacement costs due to
vandalism or theft. Plaques will remain on a donated item during
its useful life. The City reserves the right to remove and/or
relocate the donated item.
e. Plaque information will be entered on the Gift Donation Catalog
application form and ordered by the City.
Adopted - May 9, 2006
Amended – February 24, 2009
Amended – June 26, 2012
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ATTACHMENT C
NEWPORT BEACH
PB&R Commission Staff Report
CITY OF
Item VI-B
May 2, 2017
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the PB&R Commission consider the removal of two Special City
Eucalyptus trees located at 318 and 326 Marine Avenue and replaced with two 36” box
Water Gum trees.
DISCUSSION:
City Council Policy G-1 — Retention, Removal, and Maintenance of City Trees, requires that
the PB&R Commission approve the removal of Special Trees.
Staff is requesting approval for the removal of two City Eucalyptus trees located:
- In a tree well cutout adjacent to 318 Marine Avenue, and
- In a tree well cutout on the east side of Marine Avenue adjacent to 326A Marine
Avenue.
At staff’s request the City’s third-party Consulting Arborist inspected the site on March 28,
2017 and identified the trees as potential liabilities for failure. The City Arborist and
Landscape Manager agree with this determination and recommend their removal. The
attached Tree Inspection Reports/Tree Removal Reviews include the Tree Risk Assessment
Reports.
At Attachment A to the report are the Tree Removal Review, Tree Inspection Report, and the
Consulting Arborist’s Risk Assessment Report.
NOTICING:
Council Member Jeff Herdman and the Balboa Island Business Association have received
a copy of this report. Additionally, surrounding property owners, map attached, were
notified via postcard of the Commission Meeting related to this removal request. The tree
was posted with the attached notice regarding the removal request.
Attachments:
A. Photo of Water Gum tree and various reports described above
B. Map highlighting surrounding property owners notified of the Commission Meeting
C. Public Notice posted on trees
TO: Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission
FROM: Municipal Operations Department
Mike Pisani, Municipal Operations Department Director
949 644-3055, mpisani@newportbeachca.gov
TITLE: Special Tree Removals Request – 318 and 326 Marine Avenue
Replacement Tree Recommendation: Water Gum Tree