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Home My WebLink About11/03/1992 - PB&R CommissionP • o 0 �o • Motion Ayes Motion Ayes • CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH Item #3 arks; Beaches 8 Recreation Commission November 3, 1992 o'er City Council Chambers 7 p.m. IN)EX Call to Order Roll Call Approval of Minutes Adoption of Agenda Review and Make Recom- mendations on General Development Plan for Upper New- port Bay Regional Park Ex- Officio Member Present: Ronald A. Whitley Staff; Present: Nancy Beard, Recreation Superintendent Dave McConnell, Recreation Supervisor Dottie Flohr, Secretary I. PROCEDURAL MATTERS Item #1 - Call to Order The meeting of the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission was called to order at 7:00 P.M. Item #2 - Roll Call Roll call was taken. Commissioners Compton, Demmer, Glasgow, Grant, Herberts, Schonlau and Vandervort were present. Item #3 - Approval of Minutes - Meeting of October 6. 1992 x Commissioner Herberts moved the minutes • be x x x x x x approved as presented. Unanimous. Item #4 - Adoption of Agenda x Commissioner Demmer moved the agenda be x x x x x x adopted as presented. Unanimous. II. ACTION ITEMS Item #5 - Review and Make Recommendations on General Development Plan for Upper Newport Bay Regional Park Director Whitley reported that the County of Orange is the agency responsible for regional parks, and that Newport Beach is fortunate to have such a park to serve both the County and the community. The General Development Plan has been reviewed by many groups and was reviewed by this Commission in August of 1991. Call to Order Roll Call Approval of Minutes Adoption of Agenda Review and Make Recom- mendations on General Development Plan for Upper New- port Bay Regional Park CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH Parks; Bezaches & Reoreation Commission •��'y "+¢� �o�l o Page 2 o `% va r< {s � ",e Gity Council t;namoars f p.m. iii- -A The Plan is a total system for a large area that will provide recreation and protect the environment for future generations. The Commission's recommendations will be forwarded to Ithe City Council for their meeting on December 14, 1992. Denny Turner, Design Manager of Harbors, Beaches and Parks for the County of Orange, addressed the Commission. Mr. Turner reported the ',EIR has been drafted and the plan is now ready to be reviewed by this Commission, the Planning Commission and the City Council. Mr. Turner explained that a Citizens Advisory Committee was formed in March of 1990 consisting of private citizens, agencies and homeowner associations, all of whom participated in the process and developing the Park Goals. The emphasis of the plan is on the environment and interpretation. • Mary Murray, Project Manager, addressed the Commission. Ms. Murray explained that the Citizens Advisory Committee met monthly and that, although there was controversy at `each meeting, the Park's Goals were developed through this process and implemented into the proposed general plan. Amanda Morrel, Associate for the County of Orange, addressed the Commission. Ms. Morrel reported that the ' plan as presented provides for a passive recreation park with orientation interpretation. The Goals and Objectives established the frame work for protecting the natural resources and human use demands. The site was divided into grasslands, scrublands and wetlands. Sensitivity zones were also established - high meaning human activity is prohibited; moderate meaning activity is allowed but restricted; and low meaning appropriate recreation uses without restrictions are allowed. Referring to the site's three parcels, namely, the West Bay Parcel, Santa Ana Heights and • Eastbluff Parcel, Ms. Morrel described each parcel's sensitivity and development plans. 3 This plan , will allow for the enhancement of natural plants and species, erosion control and interpretive opportunities, all of which will provide a balance between an ecological C N TY QF Parks:: � ohes d 0 0 0��4 GAL ~X NENWORT BEACH & Recreotion Commission Page 3 Citv Council Chambers 7 p.m. INDEX y. preserve and a human use plan. Commissioner Glasgow questioned the need for the Backbay Road, and Mr. Turner explained that ', this is a City road outside the park's borders. Although the park does not need the road to function, a committee has been formed to address problems and solutions. Commissioner Grant inquired about the possibility of transferring Big Canyon to the County. Mr. Turner advised that this idea is being discussed as an addition to the park. Commissioner Demmer voiced her concern about transferring Big Canyon to the County since we accepted Hoag Hospital's plans to enhance this site. Mr. Turner advised that the Backbay Road, and Big Canyon are not part of the plan being presented, and that there will be review and discussion on these at a later date. In response to a question from Commissioner Vandervort concerning bicycle trails, Mr. Turner explained that the bicycle paths ` will be "off road ", i.e., about 30' to 60' into the park from the road, and that low fencing and native plant material will be located along the road. A paved bicycle trail separated by a pedestrian trail of a different pavement will connect through the park. They propose one main trail ih contrast to the current , trails which were formed by trespassors. City ' staff are preparing the plans and the County will share 50% of the development costs. In response to a question from Commissioner Demmer, Mr. Turner advised that all County parks are free, however, at the present time parking fees are $10 per year or $2 per visit. Commissioner Herberts asked Frank Robinson if he agreed with the plan, and Mr. Robinson acknowledged his support for the plan. tion x Commissioner Grant motioned to support the plan as presented and to proceed with the land' conveyance with a caveat that there was discussion and concern about continuing to carefully monitor pedestrian and bicycle Ayes x x x x x x access. Unanimous. n U • 0 CITY 4F NEWPORT BEACH Parks; ..aches & Recreation Commission 6k'0�0(9& � Pag e 4 �� o h City Council Chambers 7 p.m. INCDC Determine Agenda for Joint Meeting with City Council Park and Street Tree Division Item, #6 - Determine Agenda for Joint Meeting with City Council, November 211992 Commissioner Glasgow recommended that the subject of budget cuts be addressed. Commission Grant agreed and suggested the Commission could state they are desirous to participate with staff in the process and make recommendations. Commissioner Glasgow also recommended the Commission discuss their philosophical approach for active park utilization. i Chair Compton reported that the Commission will first discuss programs that add to the community followed by the budget. In the meantime, staff will prepare reports on these two subjects to be transmitted to the Commission before their meeting with the City Council. Commissioner Grant or Glasgow will address the first subject and Commissioner Compton will address the budget process to be followed by full Commission participation. 111. PUBLIC COMMENTS IV. INFORMATIONAL AND COMMITTEE REPORTS Item #7- Park and Street Tree Division Nancy Beard explained that her subject r6port has been expanded to clarify current projects. Commissioner Herberts reported there have been complaints about the newly installed telephone at West Jetty View Park that might be used for drug dealing. Nancy Beard will contact the Utilities Department on this matter. Commissioner Glasgow reported the Little League shed at San Miguel Park needs to be repaired. Dave McConnell will pursue. In response to a question from Chair Compton, Nancy Beard advised that the 15 Palms in West Newport will be replaced this year. JIn response to a question from Commissioner Demmer, Nancy Beard explained that the restrooms at the Community Youth Center are finished and that the crews are still working Determine Agenda for Joint Meeting with City Council Park and Street Tree Division • CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH Parks: Beaches s w� 9 9 ws G� �0 3Nh cr d{. 0�� s & Recreation Commission Page 5 Citv Council Chambers 7 p.m. ITC Recreation Division Tree Committee Recreation Program Committee Park and Open Space Committee on the grounds. Item #8 - Recreation Division Referring to his report submitted, Dave McConnell corrected the date the winter brochure will be mailed to November 30. In response to Commissioner Demmer's inquiry about a title for the brochure, Mr. McConnell explained this is a concept many cities are adopting to advertise their brochure. Commissioner Grant suggested we advertise in the brochure for a new name, and the Commission agreed this was an excellent idea. Commissioner Demmer requested a Halloween event, on the west side of town, and Nancy Beard explained that although the Department would like to comply, the CYC facility is the only one adaptive to this event. Item #9 - Tree Committee Commissioner Herberts reported the committee reviewed 5 tree requests and agreed to remove and replace 3 trees and retain 2 trees. Commissioner Schonlau pointed out there is a tree on Bayside Drive which is 8" from the curb, the bark is split, and the tree has a' 1" crack in two sections. He questioned if this tree might be unsafe, and Nancy Beard stated she will investigate. Item #10 - Recreation Program Committee Commissioner Grant reported there is a field usage meeting on November 12. In addition, Little League has revised their program since they have now reorganized from one league to two leagues. Dave McConnell explained that there will be a meeting concerning the use of Lincoln with both leagues before the November 12 field usage meeting. Item #11 - Park and Open Space Committee f Commissioner Demmer inquired about the status Recreation Division Tree Committee Recreation Program Committee Park and Open Space Committee E CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH Parks. Beaches s d� s & Recreation Commission Page 6 City Council Chambers 7 p.m. INDEX Beach Committee Budget Committee Oasis Liaison of the facility inspection reports and pointed out the need to discuss them following their submittal. Nancy Beard advised she will provide a report for the Commission's December meeting. Commissioner Glasgow suggested a scheduling status of each park be prepared prior to their inspections. Commissioner Schonlau recommended the reports from the previous year be made available during inspections. Chair Compton agreed. Commissioner Grant pointed out the Commission's role is to advise staff in contrast to telling them what needs to be done. Item #12 - Beach Committee In response to a question from Commissioner Schonlau, Dave McConnell explained the Department's volleyball policy and that the City has the right to change the location bf a court. Item #13 - Budget Committee No report from Commissioner Glasgow! Item #14 - Oasis Liaisbn Commissioner Demmer reported that, despite the recent budget cutbacks at Oasis, their fundraising efforts are outstanding. The restrooms and classrooms are being renovated and painted to match the new expansion. i Commissioner Demmer pointed out the Los Angeles Times now offers subscriptions for half price to seniors. In response to a question from Commissioner Glasgow, Director Whitley explained there will be no formal Commission Christmas Dinner due to the Department's restricted budget. Following a brief, discussion, it was decided that the Commission and staff will celebrate the holidays at Oasis on December 15. Beach Committee Budget Committee Oasis Liaison CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH Parks, Se`aches & Recreation Commission Page 7 s� • 9Q �3��y 06~ p'd X City Council Chambers 7 o.m. INDDC Capital Improvements r V. DISCUSSION ITEMS Item #15 - Capital Improvements No report. VI. SPECIAL, URGENT OR LAST MINUTE ITEMS VII. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission meeting adjourned at 9:00 P.M. The agenda for this meeting was posted on October 27, 1992 at 2:30 P.M. outside the City Hall Administration Building. Dottie Flohr Secretary ii i Capital Improvements