HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014-01-07_3_Mike Melby’s Comments to LUE Policy MasterCity of Newport Beach - LUEAA Committee
Mike Melby's Comments to LUE Policy Master - 01106114
LU 1
1 apologize for missing the discussion here. The deletion of the ending subordinate clause
(i.e., "through the recognition that Newport Beach is primarily a residential community")
makes sense, if the intention is simplifying the language. However, I would suggest it
remain, as such deletion would remove what is seemingly intended to be a key emphasis of
the stated goal.
The clause emphasizes that whether we are considering a residential, commercial or
visitor - related matter, we principally maintain a common goal of preserving our identity as
one of the most beautiful, pristine and prestigious residential beach communities.
Understanding the need to also focus on commercial progress in order to foster optimal
municipal success, Newport is, above all, a community that views itself as the ideal place to
go home.
LU 1.4 Growth Management
Agreed on the strike of "conservative," as it is not even defined here (e.g., low beta, minimal
capital risk, non - cyclical). Any strategy /plan should never be pegged and always undergo
an approval process.
LU 1.X2 Healthy Population
Not sure we need the "physical" qualifier in front of "health," as am I am sure we don't
condone practices that adversely affect "mental" or "spiritual" health either. Could simply
say "healthy" or even "health and wellness," as a thorough catchall.
LU 2.X Recreational Centers
In the parenthetical, the listed examples are not technically "phases of life." Should read,
"(e.g., childhood, family, senior citizenship)," or rephrase "phases of life."
LU 2.X2 Healthy Foods
Apologies for missing the discussion on this as well. I assume this was struck because it is
implied in LU 1.X2 Healthy Population and /or LU.2X3 Locally -Grown Food or because it
was decided the provision isn't relevant. I do think a goal of ensuring Newport doesn't
become a haven for cupcake stores and grilled cheese sandwich shops would be nice, but
the healthy lifestyle- centric community/market should tease this one out for us naturally.
Following LU 6.7.2...
Balboa Peninsula - Lido Village
We interchange "the City Council" and "City Council." Consider making consistent (both
used here in highlighted section).
Following LU 6.13.6...
Newport Center / Fashion Island
Highlighted section is confusingly wordy. Consider re- wording.
Following LU 6.18.4...
Mariners' Mile
In the highlighted section, end of first sentence, change punctuation to
"revitalization areas."
Periods and commas always go inside quotations.
Thanks!