HomeMy WebLinkAboutSS2 - Update on the Western Snowy Plover Management Plan (PA2018-074) - CorrespondenceReceived after Agenda Printed
February 28, 2023
Item No. SS2
From: Rieff, Kim
To: Mulvey, Jennifer
Subject: FW: Comments re Snowy Plover management plan- please enter into the public record
Date: February 28, 2023 6:57:48 AM
From: Denys Oberman <dho@obermanassociates.com>
Sent: February 27, 2023 5:55 PM
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Subject: Comments re Snowy Plover management plan- please enter into the public record
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Mayor and Council Members:
I understand that the Council is going to be reviewing the Snowy Plover management plan at the
upcoming
City Council Study Session of February 28.
Since September, 2022, 1 have been walking to and around the areas of the ocean -side beach
between D Street and the end of the oceanfront boardwalk ( F St.) , which is the area designated as
Habitat for the Western Snowy Plovers.
My husband, neighbors and I have had the opportunity to directly observe the site, and the Snowy
Plovers, on a regular 5 days/week basis.
We are pleased to report that the Snowy Plovers have been there, consistently and are in
abundance. They appear to have gone through nesting and reproduction cycle with success, and are
flourishing without evidence of any threat of predators or excess traffic.
Currently, there are two manmade cement paths at D and E Street, adjoining the oceanfront
boardwalk. There are no structural boundaries around the area habited by the Snowy Plovers.
We recommend that the area be left in current state: the occupation of the Snowy Plover is robust ,
and should not be tampered with. Specifically, we request:
• No more man-made structures, including fences or paths.
• Simple signage of limited scale, which conforms with the natural environment at the
intersection of D Street and the boardwalk.
Sign content can include designation of Snowy Plover habitat area as endangered species,
and separate sign prohibiting dogs and motorized vehicles from entering the area.
Newport Beach is fortunate to be the home of this beautiful endangered species —let's
nurture the natural environment without feeling compelling to turn it into a highly
populated destination which can threaten the Plovers.
Thank you,
Denys H. Oberman
Resident and community stakeholder
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Denys H. Oberman, CEO
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Newport Beach, California, City Council 2/28/2023
Topic: Coastal erosion, and sea level rise; Proactive measures needed!!
Whereas: Over 70% of the US population now agrees that the climate crisis is real. The scientists are
saying that sea level will have risen by 1 foot in 2050; which is with moderate efforts in reduction of
greenhouse gases. We have 200 mm sea level rise since 1900, with 104 mm of that rise is since 1993.
1 foot is 304.8 millimeters. The Greenland and Antarctica glaciers are melting faster than expected. The
western Antarctica's Thwaites Glacier, about the size of Nebraska is held back by Thwaites Ice Shelf.
Which when it breaks off /melts will increase sea level by 2 feet. This will mean that Balboa Island,
much of the Balboa peninsula and upper Back Bay will be under water. Sea level rise is occurring faster
than projected.
Whereas: West Newport Beach coast has lost near half of its shore since I loved here 25 yrs ago. As of
2/26/2023, there is only 10 more feet of sand till the shower pole that is positioned on the shore at the
end of Orange St will be taken by the ocean. Pictures of loss of Beach from Feb 22 to Feb 26 of this year
All efforts to address the Climate Crisis should be on the table.
Opportunity is knocking!
Let us save our beautiful city for our grandchildren and their grandchildren!
Newport Beach has implemented some renewable energy measures, which has reduced our cities
energy costs, and we are composting biodegradable trash. There are now opportunities with Federal
and State subsidies to have Newport Beach lead our county and the state in reducing greenhouse gases;
reducing the risk of sea level rise, which would destroy our city. With the Federal government
programs supporting reduction of fossil fuel energy use in the Inflation Reduction Act and the Bipartisan
Infrastructure Law, our city has opportunities to champion the move to renewable energy and its
implementation. Residents could make even more money if they get solar panels before April, when the
reduction of daytime energy credits from the Utility companies drops by 75%.
Item 8: on the agenda discussing a cost sharing agreement about OC Beach erosion control project.
West Newport Beach does not have the sand to offer to the beach between 28th to 44 street section.
West Newport Beach also needs beach replenishing.
Let us create an Apollo type Project: Newport Beach: the Green Energy City.
I ask that the council create a committee to create a Climate Action Plan as soon as possible, and report
back monthly on our progress. Residents should be on the committee. I request to be one of the
residents on the committee.
We need to inform our residents and support them in taking advantage of the subsidies. If our residents
would all have solar panels with the battery storage and convert to electric heating, air conditioning and
hot water, besides saving money, and after April if they have battery storage, they could sell their extra
energy to help our neighbors. They would also save on powering their electric cars.
I also would like to suggest a friendly competition with our neighboring coastal cities to see who could
make the conversion the fastest and to the highest percentage or reach carbon neutral status. Each city
would pay a participation fee and who ever reached the goal first would win the pot.
I love living in Newport Beach. I would be very upset to see Newport Beach be taken by the sea. I would
be embarrassed to tell our grandchildren; we ignored the risk of the Climate Crisis.
I would appreciate if you would get back with me about what the city council is doing to address this
issue.
Also, I would like to hear a report on the compliance of businesses, especially restaurants and residences
with the collection of compostable trash.
Sincerely,
Virginia Anders-Ellmore
324 Canal Street, Newport Beach, CA 92663, 714 403-5180