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June 26, 2014- 6:30 PM
Committee Members:
Nancy Gardner, Council Member(Chair) Debbie Stevens
Tony Petros, Council Member Josh Yocam
Charles McKenna
Tyler Gentry
Kimberly Jameson Staff Members:
Joshua Olazabal Patrick Alford, Planning Manager
I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. CURRENT BUSINESS
A. ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY OBJECTIVES
Summary: The City Council has requested that EQAC prepare a proposed list
of objectives which would improve the City's environmental quality.
Recommended Action: Review attached materials; direct staff to prepare a recommendation to the City
Council.
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FUTURE AGENDA FOR DISCUSSION, ACTION OR REPORT (NON-DISCUSSION ITEM)
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ITEM TITLE: ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY OBJECTIVES
ITEM SUMMARY: Summary: The City Council has requested that EQAC prepare a
proposed list of objectives which would improve the City's environmental
quality.
RECOMMENDED Recommended Action: Review attached materials; direct staff to
ACTION: prepare a recommendation to the City Council.
This item is not a project as defined in Section 15378 (b) (2) of the
Public Resources Code.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
General Plan Natural Resources Element Goals and Policies (Attachment 1)
Harbor Commission Objectives (Attachment 2)
Water Quality/Coastal Tidelands Committee Goals (Attachment 3)
EQAC Member Kimberly Jameson's Comments (Attachment 4)
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Natural Resources Element
The City has historically been sensitive to the need to protect and provide access to these scenic
resources and has developed a system of public parks, piers, trails, and viewing areas. The City's
development standards, including bulk and height limits in the area around the bay, have helped
preserve scenic views and regulate the visual and physical mass of structures consistent with the
unique character and visual scale of Newport Beach. Located throughout Newport Beach, the City's
many small "view parks" are intentionally designed to take advantage of significant views. In addition,
the City provides policies in the Municipal Code and Local Coastal Plan that protect public views,
which is defined as views from public vantage points. As for the City's coastal and other bluffs, while
many have been preserved as parkland and other open space, most have been subdivided and
developed over the years, including Newport Heights, Cliff Haven, Irvine Terrace, and Corona Del
Mar.
ENERGY CONSERVATION
Natural Gas. Southern California Gas Company (SCG) provides natural gas service for the City.
Natural gas is a "fossil fuel" and is a non-renewable resource. Most of the major natural gas
transmission pipelines within the City are owned and operated by SCG. SCG has the capacity and
resources to deliver gas except in certain situations that are noted in state law. As development occurs,
SCG will continue to extend its service to accommodate development and supply the necessary gas
lines.
Electricity. Electricity is provided on an as-needed basis to customers within existing structures in the
City. Southern California Edison Company (SCE) is the distribution provider for electricity in
Newport Beach. Currently, SCE has no immediate plans for expansion of infrastructure, as most of
the City is built out. However, every year SCE expands and improves existing facilities according to
demand.
Goals and Policies
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Goal
NR 1
Minimized water consumption through conservation methods and other techniques.
Policies
NR 1.1 Water Conservation in New Development
Enforce water conservation measures that limit water usage, prohibit activities
that waste water or cause runoff, and require the use of water—efficient
landscaping and irrigation in conjunction with new construction projects.
(Imp 2.1, 7.1, 97.1)
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NR 1.2 Use of Water Conserving Devices
Establish and actively promote use of water conserving devices and practices in
both new construction and major alterations and additions to existing buildings.
This can include the use of rainwater capture, storage, and reuse facilities.
(Imp 6.1, 7.1, 17.1)
NR 1.3 Tiered Water Rates
Explore the appropriateness of implementing tiered water rates. (Imp 17.1)
NR 1.4 Alternative Conservation Measures
Explore implementation of alternative conservation measures and technology as
they become available. (Imp 7.1, 17.1, 18.1)
NR 1.5 Education
Establish educational programs on water conservation. (Imp 17.1, 29.1)
NR 1.6 Services for Lower Income Households
New developments which provide housing for lower income households that
help meet regional needs shall have priority for the provision of available and
future resources or services, including water and sewer supply and services.
(HE 2.2.8) (Imp 17.1)
NR 2
Expanded use of alternative water sources to provide adequate water supplies for present uses and
future growth.
Policies
NR 2.1 Recycled Water Use
Increase the use of recycled water in the City by continuing to provide financial
incentives, staff assistance, and training opportunities for customers, and expand
recycled water infrastructure and programs,when feasible. (Imp 17.1)
NR 2.2 Advanced Water Treatment Processes
Use alternative water sources for the City's water supply by implementing
advanced water treatment processes such as brackish groundwater and seawater
desalination programs,when feasible. (Imp 17.1)
Newport Beach General Plan
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Water Quality
Goal
NR 3
Enhancement and protection of water quality of all natural water bodies, including coastal waters,
creeks,bays, harbors, and wetlands. (Goal HB 8)
Policies ,
NR 3.1 Chemical Uses Impacting Water Quality
Support regulations limiting or banning the use insecticides, fertilizers, and other
chemicals which are shown to be detrimental to water quality. (Policy HB 8.1)
(Imp 6.1, 17.1)
NR 3.2 Water Pollution Prevention
Promote pollution prevention and elimination methods that minimize the
introduction of pollutants into natural water bodies. (Policy HB 8.2) (Imp 6.1, 8.1,
17.1, 18.1, 19.1)
NR 3.3 Ground Water Contamination
Suspend activities and implement appropriate health and safety procedures in
the event that previously unknown groundwater contamination is encountered
during construction. Where site contamination is identified, implement an
appropriate remediation strategy that is approved by the City and the state
agency with appropriate jurisdiction. (Policy HB 8.3) (Imp 6.1)
NR 3.4 Storm Drain Sewer System Permit
Require all development to comply with the regulations under the City's
municipal separate storm drain system permit under the National Pollutant
Discharge Elimination System. (Policy HB 8.4) (Imp 8.1, 19.1)
NR 3.5 Natural Water Bodies
Require that development does not degrade natural water bodies.
(Policy HB 8.5) (Imp 6.1, 19.1)
NR 3.6 Watershed Runoff Quality Control
Represent Newport Beach by participating in watershed-based runoff reduction,
water quality control, and other planning efforts with the California Regional
Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB), the County of Orange, and upstream
cities. Promote regulation of upstream dischargers (cities, Orange County,
residential and commercial uses) in the San Diego Creek and Santa Ana/Delhi
Channel watersheds. (Policy HB 8.6) (Imp 14.3, 14.16)
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NR 3.7 Newport Beach Water Quality Ordinance
Update and enforce the Newport Beach Water Quality Ordinance.
(Policy HB 8.7) (Imp 8.1)
NR 3.8 Permit Review Process
Develop and maintain a water quality checklist to be used in the permit review
process to assess potential water quality impacts. (Policy HB 8.8) (Imp 17.1)
NR 3.9 Water Quality Management Plan
Require new development applications to include a Water Quality Management
Plan (WQMP) to minimize runoff from rainfall events during construction and
post-construction. (Policy HB 8.9) (Imp 7.1)
NR 3.10 Best Management Practices
Implement and improve upon Best Management Practices (BMPs) for
residences, businesses, development projects, and City operations.
(Policy HB 8.10) (Imp 8.1, 17.1, 18.1, 19.1)
NR 3.11 Site Design and Source Control
Include site design and source control BMPs in all developments. When the
combination of site design and source control BMPs are not sufficient to
protect water quality as required by the National Pollutant Discharge
Elimination System (NPDES), structural treatment BMPs will be implemented
along with site design and source control measures. (Policy HB 8.11) (Imp 7.1)
NR 3.12 Reduction of Infiltration
Include equivalent BMPs that do not require infiltration, where infiltration of
runoff would exacerbate geologic hazards. (Policy HB 8.12) (Imp 6.1, 19.1)
NR 3.13 Natural Wetlands
Promote the use of natural wetlands to improve water quality. (Policy HB 8.13)
(Imp 6.1, 19.1)
NR 3.14 Runoff Reduction on Private Property
Retain runoff on private property to prevent the transport of pollutants into
natural water bodies, to the maximum extent practicable. (Policy HB 8.14) (Imp
17.1)
NR 3.15 Street Drainage Systems
Require all street drainage systems and other physical improvements created by
the City, or developers of new subdivisions, to be designed, constructed, and
maintained to minimize adverse impacts on water quality. Investigate the
possibility of treating or diverting street drainage to minimize impacts to water
bodies. (Policy HB 8.15) (Imp 7.1)
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NR 3.16 Siting of New Development
Require that development be located on the most suitable portion of the site
and designed to ensure the protection and preservation of natural and sensitive
site resources that provide important water quality benefits. (Policy HB 8.16)
(Imp 2.1, 6.1)
NR 3.17 Parking Lots and Rights-of-Way
Require that parking lots and public and private rights-of-way be maintained and
cleaned frequently to remove debris and contaminated residue. (Policy HB 8.17)
(Imp 2.1)
NR 3.18 Water Quality Education
Effectively communicate water quality education to residents and businesses,
including the development of a water quality testing lab and educational exhibits
at various educational facilities. (Policy HB 8.18) (Imp 29.1)
NR 3.19 Natural Drainage Systems
Require incorporation of natural drainage systems and stormwater detention
facilities into new developments, where appropriate and feasible, to retain
stormwater in order to increase groundwater recharge. (Policy HB 8.19) (Imp 6.1)
NR 3.20 Impervious Surfaces
Require new development and public improvements to minimize the creation of
and increases in impervious surfaces, especially directly connected impervious
areas, to the maximum extent practicable. Require redevelopment to increase
area of pervious surfaces,where feasible. (Policy HB 8.20) (Imp 6.1, 7.1)
N R 3.21 Animal Impacts on Water Quality
Limit feeding animals and depositing food or fish parts in Newport Bay.
(Policy HB 8.22) (Imp 8.1, 21.1)
N R 3.22 Water Quality Study
Retain qualified and objective water quality consultants to thoroughly review all
scopes of work for any proposed water quality study: (a) to be conducted,
sponsored or considered by the Watershed Management Committee (or any
subcommittee or successor entity) in making any decision affecting water quality
in Newport Beach; (b)related to water quality in the San Diego Creek and Santa
Ana/Delhi Channel watersheds; and (c)that is relevant to any aspect of the
establishment or enforcement of any order of the RWQCB including the Total
Maximum Daily Loads (TMDL) for Upper Newport Bay. (Policy HB 7.6) (Imp
8.1, 17.1)
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Goal
NR4
Maintenance of water quality standards through compliance with the total maximum daily loads
(TMDLs) standards.
Policies
NR 4.1 Total Maximum Daily Loads
Develop and implement the TMDLs established by the RWQCB, Santa Ana
Region and guided by the Newport Bay Watershed Executive Committee
(WEC). (Imp 6.1, 17.1, 98.1, 99.1)
NR 4.2 Funding for Restoration and Dredging Projects
Secure funding for the Upper Newport Bay Ecosystem Restoration Project and
long-term funding for successor dredging projects for Upper and Lower
Newport Bay. (Imp 14.3, 14.7, 14.11, 14.12)
NR 4.3 Restore Natural Hydrologic Conditions
Preserve, or where feasible, restore natural hydrologic conditions such that
downstream erosion, natural sedimentation rates, surface flow, and groundwater
recharge function near natural equilibrium states. (Imp 6.1, 14.11, 14.3, 19.1)
NR 4.4 Erosion Minimization
Require grading/erosion control plans with structural BMPs that prevent or
minimize erosion during and after construction for development on steep
slopes,graded, or disturbed areas. (Imp 6.1)
NR 5
Sanitary Sewer Outflows—Minimal adverse effects to water quality from sanitary sewer outflows.
Policies
NR 5.1 City Sewer Management and Master Plans
Implement the Sewer System Management Plan and the Sewer Master Plan.
(Imp 18.1)
NR 5.2 Waste Discharge Permits
Require waste discharge permits for all food preparation facilities that produce
grease. (I)V 18.1)
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NR 5.3 Sewer Pump Stations
Renovate all older sewer pump stations and install new plumbing according to
most recent standards. (Imp 18.1)
NR 5.4 Waste Discharge Permits
Comply with the RWQCB's Waste Discharge Requirements (WDRs) associated
with the operation and maintenance of the City's sewage collection system.
(Imp 18.1)
Air Quality
Goal
NR 6
Reduced mobile source emissions.
Policies
NR 6.1 Walkable Neighborhoods
Provide for walkable neighborhoods to reduce vehicle trips by siting amenities
such as services, parks, and schools in close proximity to residential areas.
(Imp 1.2, 2.1)
NR 6.2 Mixed-Use Development
Support mixed-use development consisting of commercial or office with
residential uses in accordance with the Land Use Element that increases the
opportunity for residents to live in proximity to jobs, services, and
entertainment. (Imp 1.2, 2.1)
NR 6.3 Vehicle-Trip Reduction Measures
Support measures to reduce vehicle-trip generation such as at-work day care
facilities, and on-site automated banking machines. (Imp 1.2, 2.1)
NR 6.4 Transportation Demand Management Ordinance
Implement the Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Ordinance, which
promotes and encourages the use of alternative transportation modes, and
provides those facilities such as bicycle lanes that support such alternate modes.
(Imp 7.3, 16.8, 16.11)
NR 6.5 Local Transit Agency Collaboration
Collaborate with local transit agencies to: develop programs and educate
employers about employee rideshare and transit; establish mass transit
mechanisms for the reduction of work-related and non-work-related vehicle
trips; promote mass transit ridership through careful planning of routes,
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headways, origins and destinations, and types of vehicles; and develop bus
shelters,bicycle lanes, and other bicycle facilities. (Imp 94.4, 94.9, 96.8, 29.1)
NR 6.6 Traffic Signal Synchronization
Encourage synchronization of traffic signals throughout the City and with
adjoining cities and counties to allow free flow of traffic. (Imp 94.9, 96.7)
NR 6.7 City Fleet Vehicles
Implement the program to replace existing vehicles in the City fleet with clean
vehicles that are commercially available and will provide needed services.
(Imp 30.9)
NR 6.8 Accessible Alternative Fuel Infrastructure
Support the development of alternative fuel infrastructure that is available and
accessible to the public, and provide incentives for alternative fuel vehicles.
(Imp 94.3, 94.5)
NR 6.9 Education on Mobile Source Emission Reduction Techniques
Provide education to the public on mobile source emission reduction techniques
such as using alternative modes of transportation. (Imp 29.9)
Goal
NR 7
Reduced air pollutant emissions from stationary sources.
Policies
NR 7.1 Fuel Efficient Equipment
Support the use of fuel efficient heating equipment and other appliances.
(Imp 94.95)
NR 7.2 Source Emission Reduction Best Management Practices
Require the use of Best Management Practices (BMP) to minimize pollution and
to reduce source emissions. (Imp 7.9)
NR 7.3 Incentives for Air Pollution Reduction
Provide incentives to promote siting or to use clean air technologies and
building materials (e.g., fuel cell technologies, renewable energy sources, UV
coatings,hydrogen fuel). (Imp 2.9, 6.9, 7.9)
NR 7.4 Use of Blowers
Consider eliminating the use of leaf blowers by the City, and discourage their
use on private property. (Imp 8.2)
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Goal
NR 8
Reduced air pollutant emissions from construction activities.
Policies
NR 8.1 Management of Construction Activities to Reduce Air Pollution
Require developers to use and operate construction equipment, use building
materials and paints, and control dust created by construction activities to
minimize air pollutants. (Imp 7.1)
Goal
NR 9
Reduced air pollution emissions from aircraft ground operations at John Wayne Airport.
Policies
NR 9.1 Efficient Airport Operations
Work with John Wayne Airport to minimize air pollution generated by
stationary and nonstationary sources. (Imp 14.3)
NR 9.2 Aircraft and Equipment Emission Reduction
Work with John Wayne Airport to encourage development and use of reduced
emission ground service equipment and transit vehicles. (Imp 14.3)
Biological R- . -
Goal
NR 10
Protection of sensitive and rare terrestrial and marine resources from urban development.
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Policies
NR 10.1 Terrestrial and Marine Resource Protection
Cooperate with the state and federal resource protection agencies and private
organizations to protect terrestrial and marine resources. (Imp 14.7, 14.11, 14.12,
14.16)
NR 10.2 Orange County Natural Communities Conservation Plan
Comply with the policies contained within the Orange County Natural
Communities Conservation Plan. (Imp 2.1)
NR 10.3 Analysis of Environmental Study Areas
Require a site-specific survey and analysis prepared by a qualified biologist as a
filing requirement for any development permit applications where development
would occur within or contiguous to areas identified as ESAs. (Imp 2.1, 6.1,)
NR 10.4 New Development Siting and Design
Require that the siting and design of new development, including landscaping
and public access, protect sensitive or rare resources against any significant
disruption of habitat values. (Imp 2.1)
NR 10.5 Development in Areas Containing Significant or Rare Biological
Resources
Limit uses within an area containing any significant or rare biological resources
to only those uses that are dependent on such resources, except where
application of such a limitation would result in a taking of private property. If
application of this policy would likely constitute a taking of private property,
then a non-resource-dependent use shall be allowed on the property, provided
development is limited to the minimum amount necessary to avoid a taking and
the development is consistent with all other applicable resource protection
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policies. Public access improvements and educational, interpretative and
research facilities are considered resource dependent uses. (Imp 2.1)
NR 10.6 Use of Buffers
Maintain a buffer of sufficient size around significant or rare biological
resources, if present, to ensure the protection of these resources. Require the
use of native vegetation and prohibit invasive plant species within these buffer
areas. (Imp 2.1)
NR 10.7 Exterior Lighting
Shield and direct exterior lighting away from significant or rare biological
resources to minimize impacts to wildlife. (Imp 2.1)
NR 10.8 Standards for Buck Gully and Morning Canyon
Prepare natural habitat protection regulations for Buck Gully and Morning
Canyon for the purpose of providing standards to ensure both the protection of
the natural habitats in these areas and of private property rights. Include
standards for the placement of structures, native vegetation/fuel modification
buffers, and erosion and sedimentation control structures. (Imp 2.1, 6.1)
NR 10.9 Development on Banning Ranch
Protect the sensitive and rare resources that occur on Banning Ranch. If future
development is permitted, require that an assessment be prepared by a qualified
biologist that delineates sensitive and rare habitat and wildlife corridors. Require
that development be concentrated to protect biological resources and coastal
bluffs, and structures designed to not be intrusive on the surrounding landscape.
Require the restoration or mitigation of any sensitive or rare habitat areas that
are affected by future development. (Imp 2.1, 14.7, 14.11, 14.12)
NR 10.10 Giant Kelp Reforestation
Support reforestation programs for giant kelp. (Imp 14.3, 14.1/, 14.12, 21.1)
NR 10.11 Tide Pool Exhibits
Support the construction of tide pool exhibits away from ocean beaches to
provide an educational alternative to the tide pools at Corona del Mar State
Beach and Crystal Cove State Park. (Imp 2.1, 21.1)
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NR 11
Protection of environmental resources in Newport Harbor while preserving and enhancing public
recreational boating activities.
Policies
NR 11.1 Harbor Area Management Plan
Develop a Harbor Area Management Plan that will provide a comprehensive
approach to the management of the resources of Newport Bay, such as
protection of eelgrass and other natural resources, dredging for navigation, and
continued use of private piers. (Policy HB 10.3) (Imp 21.1)
NR 11.2 Joint City/County Study
Prepare and fund a joint City/County study that would (a)identify the
respective services provided by the City and County in Newport Harbor,
(b) determine the cost of these services, (c)identify opportunities if any, for the
City and County to realign resources to provide services at reduced costs,
(d)identify the sources of revenue available to defray the cost of those services,
and (e)identify potential feasible methods of providing those services other tan
with public agency personnel such as volunteers. (Policy HB 10.1) (Imp 21.4)
NR 11.3 Eelgrass Protection
Avoid impacts to eelgrass (Zostera marina) to the extent feasible. Mitigate losses
of eelgrass in accordance with the Southern California Eelgrass Mitigation
Policy. Encourage the restoration of eelgrass in Newport Harbor at appropriate
sites,where feasible. (Imp 21.1)
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Eelgrass(Zostera marina)in Newport Beach
NR 11.4 Interagency Coordination on Establishing Eelgrass Restoration Sites
Cooperate with the County of Orange, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and
resource agencies to establish eelgrass restoration sites. (Imp 14.3, 14.7, 14.11,
14.13, 14.16)
NR 11.5 Eelgrass Mitigation
Allow successful eelgrass restoration sites to serve as mitigation sites for City
projects and as a mitigation bank from which eelgrass mitigation credits will be
issued to private property owners for eelgrass removal resulting from dock and
channel dredging projects. (Imp 14.3, 14.7, 14.11, 14.12, 21.1)
Goal
NR 12
Protection of coastal dune habitats.
Policies
NR 12.1 Exotic Vegetation Removal and Native Vegetation Restoration
Require the removal of exotic vegetation and the restoration of native
vegetation in dune habitat. (Imp 2.1)
NR 12.2 Dune Habitat Protection
Design and site recreation areas to avoid impacts to dune habitat areas, and
direct public access away from these resources through methods such as well-
defined footpaths, boardwalks,protective fencing, and signage. (Imp 23.1, 23.2)
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Coastal dune habitat
NR 12.3 Beach Sand Removal
Limit earthmoving of beach sand in dune habitat areas to projects necessary for
the protection of coastal resources and existing development. (Imp 6.1)
Goal'
NR 13
Protection,maintenance, and enhancement of Southern California wetlands.
Policies
NR 13.1 Wetland Protection
Recognize and protect wetlands for their commercial, recreational,water quality,
and habitat value. (Imp 1.2, 2.1, 21.1)
NR 13.2 Wetland Delineation
Require a survey and analysis with the delineation of all wetland areas when the
initial site survey indicates the presence or potential for wetland species or
indicators. Wetland delineations will be conducted in accordance with the
definitions of wetland boundaries established by California Department of Fish
and Game, and/or United States Fish and Wildlife Service. (Imp 14.7, 14.11, 14.12)
Goa
NR 14
Maintain and enhance deep water channels and ensure they remain navigable by boats. (Goal HB 13)
Policies
NR 14.1 Newport Bay Dredging
Support and assist in the management of dredging within Newport Bay.
(Policy HB 13.1) (Imp 14.3, 14.11, 21.1)
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NR 14.2 Interagency Coordination for Federal Navigational Channels
Cooperate with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in their maintenance and
delineation of federal navigational channels at Newport Harbor in the interest in
providing navigation and safety. (Policy HB 13.2) (Imp 14.11)
NR 14.3 Permit Processing
Secure blanket permits or agreements through the U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers and the California Coastal Commission to expedite permit processing
for residential and commercial dock owners in the Bay. (Policy HB 13.3)
(Imp 14.6, 14.11)
NR 14.4 Wetland or Estuary Capacity
Require that any project that includes diking, filling or dredging of an estuary
must maintain the capacity of the wetland or estuary as required by state and
federal law. (Imp 6.1, 14.11)
NR 14.5 New Structure Design
Require that all structures permitted to encroach into open coastal waters,
wetlands, and estuaries be sited and designed to be consistent with the natural
appearance of the surrounding area. (Imp 2.1, 6.1)
Goal
NR 15
Proper disposal of dredge spoils to avoid disruption to natural habitats.
Policies
NR 15.1 Dredging Projects
Monitor dredging projects within the region to identify opportunities to reduce
disposal costs and utilize dredge spoils for beach nourishment. (Imp 10.2, 14.1,
14.16)
NR 15.2 Regional Sediment Management
Participate in regional sediment management by maintaining records of the
number of channelized streams, miles of channelization in streams, volumes of
sediment extracted from stream channels and debris basins, and the grain size
distribution of the extracted sediments. (Imp 10.1, 14.11, 14.16)
NR 15.3 Interagency Coordination for Future Dredging Projects
Work with appropriate agencies to secure sediment disposal site(s) for future
dredging projects. (Imp 14.31, 14.11, 14.16)
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Goal
NR 16
Protection and management of Upper Newport Bay commensurate with the standards applicable to
our nation's most valuable natural resources. (Goal HB 7)
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Upper Newport Bay Ecological Reserve
Policies
NR 16.1 Funding Support for Upper Newport Bay Ecosystem Restoration Project
Support and secure federal funding for Upper Newport Bay ecosystem
restoration to restore the Upper Newport Bay to a more ideal ecosystem.
(Policy HB 7.1) (Imp 14.12, 14.13, 14.14)
NR 16.2 Big Canyon Creek Restoration Project
Coordinate the Big Canyon Creek Restoration Project so that its outcomes are
consistent with goals for Upper Newport Bay established by Orange County
and the Department of Fish and Game. (Imp 14.3, 14.7)
NR 16.3 Management of Upper Newport Bay Ecological Reserve (UNBER) 4
Support and implement cooperative management of the Upper Newport Bay
Ecological Reserve by cooperating with Orange County, California Department
of Fish and Game, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, local universities and colleges,
nonprofits, and volunteer organizations to improve resource management,
implement resource enhancement projects, and expand opportunities for
passive public access, recreation, and education. (Policy HB 7.2) (Imp 14.3, 14.7,
14.11, 14.16)
4 The Upper Newport Bay Ecological Reserve's official designation by the state of California may change to become
"State Marine Park."Until such time as that occurs,the Newport Beach community will continue to refer to UNBER as
an"Ecological Reserve."
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NR 16.4 Management of Upper Newport Bay Ecological Reserve
Assist the County of Orange in its management of the Upper Newport Bay
Nature Reserve, including the Peter and Mary Muth Center, to enhance the
Reserve's natural resources,passive public access (especially along the West Bay)
and public education programs. (Policy HB 7.3) (Imp 14.3, 23.4)
NR 16.5 Public Uses within Upper Newport Bay Ecological Reserve
Maintain public use of the Upper Newport Bay Ecological Reserve to the extent
such use is consistent with the preservation of sensitive resources.
(Policy HB 7.4) (Imp 2.1, 23.1)
NR 16.6 Water-Related Education and Research within Upper Newport Bay
Promote facilities in and around Upper Newport Bay to adequately serve as
water quality and estuarine education and research programs. (Policy HB 7.5)
(Imp 2.1, 23.1)
Open S• • - Resources
NR 17
Maintenance and expansion of designated open space resources.
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Banning Ranch Environmental Study Area
Policies
NR 17.1 Open Space Protection
Protect, conserve, and maintain designated open space areas that define the
City's urban form, serve as habitat for many species, and provide recreational
opportunities. (Imp 1.2, 2.1)
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NR 17.2 Other Uses of Public Sites Designated for Open Space
Consider conversion of public sites designated for open space to other uses only
when the conversion will meet a significant need, and there are no alternative
sites that could feasibly meet that need. (Imp 1.2, 2.1)
NR 17.3 New Open Space Areas
Consider opportunities to expand designated open space areas within the City.
(Imp 1.2, 2.1)
Archaeological and Paleontological Resources
NR 18
Protection and preservation of important paleontological and archaeological resources.
Policies
NR 18.1 New Development
Require new development to protect and preserve paleontological and
archaeological resources from destruction, and avoid and minimize impacts to
such resources in accordance with the requirements of CEQA. Through
planning policies and permit conditions, ensure the preservation of significant
archeological and paleontological resources and require that the impact caused
by any development be mitigated in accordance with CEQA. (Imp 7.1)
NR 18.2 Maintenance of Database Information
Prepare and maintain sources of information regarding paleontological or
archaeological sites and the names and addresses of responsible organizations
and qualified individuals who can analyze, classify, record, and preserve
paleontological and archaeological findings. (Imp 10.1)
NR 18.3 Potential for New Development to Impact Resources
Notify cultural organizations, including Native American organizations, of
proposed developments that have the potential to adversely impact cultural
resources. Allow qualified representatives of such groups to monitor grading
and/or excavation of development sites. (Imp 14.16)
NR 18.4 Donation of Materials
Require new development, where on site preservation and avoidance are not
feasible, to donate scientifically valuable paleontological or archaeological
materials to a responsible public or private institution with a suitable repository,
located within Newport Beach or Orange County,whenever possible. (Imp 11.1)
Newport Beach General Plan
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Natural Resources Element
Mineral - • -
Goal
NR 19
Minimized impacts from oil and gas drilling activities.
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Policies
NR 19.1 New Extraction Activities
Prohibit drilling for exploration work of any kind, production or refining of oil,
gas, or other hydrocarbon substances as provided in the City Charter and
Municipal Code. (Imp 2.1)
NR 19.2 Existing Extraction Activities
Allow existing wells to be used, if needed, for water injection systems that
increase oil extraction. (Imp 9.1, 14.16)
NR 19.3 New Offshore Drilling Activities and Exploration Work
Oppose new offshore oil, gas, and other hydrocarbon drilling activities and
exploration work. (Imp 9.1, 14.16)
NR 19.4 New Onshore Support Facilities
Prohibit onshore support facilities for offshore oil, gas, and other hydrocarbon
drilling, but allow support facilities for new or existing slant drilling operations
as permitted by the City Charter and Municipal Code. (Imp 2.1)
Newport Beach General Plan M
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Natural Resources Element
NR 19.5 Consolidation of Existing Uses
Encourage consolidation of existing oil, gas, and other hydrocarbon activities to
decrease the number of wells within the City limits and/or their impact on the
surrounding area. (Imp 2.1)
NR 19.6 Slant Drilling
Permit slant drilling in accordance with the City Charter and Municipal Code.
(Imp s.1)
Visual Resources
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NR 20
Preservation of significant visual resources.
Policies
NR 20.1 Enhancement of Significant Resources
Protect and, where feasible, enhance significant scenic and visual resources that
include open space, mountains, canyons, ridges, ocean, and harbor from public
vantage points, as shown in Figure NR3. (Imp 2.1)
N R 20.2 New Development Requirements
Require new development to restore and enhance the visual quality in visually
degraded areas, where feasible, and provide view easements or corridors
designed to protect public views or to restore public views in developed areas,
where appropriate. (Imp 20.3)
N R 20.3 Public Views
Protect and enhance public view corridors from the following roadway
segments (shown in Figure NR3), and other locations may be identified in the
future:
■ Avocado Avenue from San Joaquin Hills Road to Coast Highway
■ Back Bay Drive
■ Balboa Island Bridge
■ Bayside Drive from Coast Highway to Linda Island Drive
■ Bayside Drive at Promontory Bay
■ Coast Highway/Santa Ana River Bridge
■ Coast Highway/Newport Boulevard Bridge and Interchange
■ Coast Highway from Newport Boulevard to Marino Drive (Bayshores)
■ Coast Highway/Newport Bay Bridge
Newport Beach General Plan
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■ Coast Highway from Jamboree Road to Bayside Drive
■ Coast Highway from Pelican Point Drive to city limits
■ Eastbluff Drive from Jamboree Road to Backbay Drive
■ Irvine Avenue from Santiago Drive to University Drive
■ Jamboree Road from Eastbluff Drive/University Drive to Bayview Way
■ Jamboree Road in the vicinity of the Big Canyon Park
■ Jamboree Road from Coast Highway to Bayside Drive
■ Lido Isle Bridge
■ MacArthur Boulevard from San Joaquin Hills Road to Coast Highway
■ Marguerite Avenue from San Joaquin Hills Road to Fifth Avenue
■ Newport Boulevard from Hospital Road/Westminster Avenue to Via Lido
■ Newport Center Drive from Newport Center Drive E/W to Farallon
Drive/Granville Drive
■ Newport Coast from Pelican Hill Road North to Coast Highway
■ Ocean Boulevard
■ Pelican Hills Road South
■ San Joaquin Hills Road from Newport Ridge Drive to Spyglass Hill Road
■ San Miguel Drive from San Joaquin Hills Road to MacArthur Boulevard
■ State Route 73 from Bayview Way to the easterly City limit
■ Superior Avenue from Hospital Road to Coast Highway
■ University Drive from Irvine Avenue to the Santa Ana—Delhi Channel
■ Vista Ridge Road from Ocean Heights to Altezza Drive (Imp 2.1,20.3)
N R 20.4 Public View Corridor Landscaping
Design and site new development,including landscaping, on the edges of public
view corridors, including those down public streets, to frame, accent, and
minimize impacts to public views. (Imp 2.1)
N R 20.5 Public View Corridor Amenities
Provide public trails, recreation areas, and viewing areas adjacent to public view
corridors,where feasible. (Imp 2.1, 16.11, 23.2)
kaoC&M
NR 21
Minimized visual impacts of signs and utilities.
Newport Beach General Plan M
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Natural Resources Element
Policies
NR 21.1 Signs and Utility Siting and Design
Design and site signs,utilities,and antennas to minimize visual impacts. (Imp 2.1)
N R 21.2 Illegal Signs and Legal Nonconforming Signs
Implement programs to remove illegal signs and amortize legal nonconforming
signs. (Imp 2.9, 26.9)
N R 21.3 Overhead Utilities
Support programs to remove and underground overhead utilities, in new
development as well as existing neighborhoods. (Imp 2.1, 94.13)
Goal,
NR 22
Maintain the intensity of development around Newport Bay to be consistent with the unique
character and visual scale of Newport Beach.
Policies
NR 22.1 Regulation of Structure Mass
Continue to regulate the visual and physical mass of structures consistent with
the unique character and visual scale of Newport Beach. (Imp 2.1)
Goal■
NR 23
Development respects natural landforms such as coastal bluffs.
Policies
N R 23.1 Maintenance of Natural Topography
Preserve cliffs, canyons, bluffs, significant rock outcroppings, and site buildings
to minimize alteration of the site's natural topography and preserve the features
as a visual resource. (Imp 2.1)
NR 23.2 Bluff Edge Setbacks
Maintain approved bluff edge setbacks for the coastal bluffs within the
communities of Castaways, Eastbluff,Park Newport,Newporter North (Harbor
Cove), and Bayview Landing and neighborhoods from Jamboree Road to
Corona del Mar, north of Bayside Drive, to ensure the preservation of scenic
resources and geologic stability. (Imp 2.1)
Newport Beach General Plan
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N R 23.3 Open Space Dedication or Preservation for New Planned Communities
Require new planned communities to dedicate or preserve as open space the
coastal bluff face and an area inland from the edge of the coastal bluff adequate
to provide safe public access and to avoid or minimize visual impacts. (Imp 2.1,
3.1,4.1)
NR 23.4 New Development on Blufftops
Require all new blufftop development located on a bluff subject to marine
erosion to be set back based on the predominant line of development. This
requirement shall apply to the principal structure and major accessory structures
such as guesthouses and pools. The setback shall be increased where necessary
to ensure safety and stability of the development. (Imp 2.1)
N R 23.5 New Accessory Structures on Blufftops
Require new accessory structures, such as decks, patios and walkways, that do
not require structural foundations to be sited at least 10 feet from the edge of
bluffs subject to marine erosion. Require accessory structures to be removed or
relocated landward when threatened by erosion, instability or other hazards.
(Imp 2.1)
NR 23.6 Canyon Development Standards
Establish canyon development setbacks based on the predominant line of
existing development for Buck Gully and Morning Canyon. Do not permit
development to extend beyond the predominant line of existing development by
establishing a development stringline where a line is drawn between nearest
adjacent corners of existing structures on either side of the subject property.
Establish development stringlines for principle structures and accessory
improvements. (Imp 2.1, 6.1)
NR 23.7 New Development Design and Siting
Design and site new development to minimize the removal of native vegetation,
preserve rock outcroppings, and protect coastal resources. (Imp 2.1)
Energy Conservation
NR 24
Increased energy efficiency in City facilities and operations and in private developments.
Newport Beach General Plan
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Natural Resources Element
Policies
N R 24.1 Incentives for Energy Conservation
Develop incentives that encourage the use of energy conservation strategies by
private and public developments. (Imp 7.1)
N R 24.2 Energy-Efficient Design Features
Promote energy-efficient design features. (Imp 7.1)
N R 24.3 Incentives for Green Building Program Implementation
Promote or provide incentives for "Green Building" programs that go beyond
the requirements of Title 24 of the California Administrative Code and
encourage energy efficient design elements as appropriate to achieve "green
building" status. (Imp 7.1)
N R 24.4 Incentives for Provision of LEED Certified Buildings
Provide incentives for implementing Leadership in Environmental and Energy
Design (LEED) certified building such as fee waivers, bonus densities, and/or
awards recognition programs. (Imp 2.1, 7.1)
N R 24.5 New Methane Extraction Activities
Allow new methane extraction activities to reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
(Imp 2.1)
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Newport Harbor Commission Objectives
FY 2013 - 14
As approved by the Commission on September 11, 2013
and the City Council on October 22, 2013
These objectives are intended to support the mission of the Harbor Area
Management Plan and to carry out the role and key responsibilities of the
Harbor Commission: (1) to ensure the long term welfare of Newport Harbor
for all residential, recreational, and commercial users; (2) to promote
Newport Harbor as a preferred and welcoming destination for all to enjoy.
These proposed objectives are subject to the review and approval of the
Commission, and final approval of the Newport Beach City Council. Principal
responsibility for the achievement of each objective is assigned to a
subcommittee of the Harbor Commission, as noted below. Progress towards
these objectives will be reported, when appropriate, by the chair of each
subcommittee during regular meetings of the Harbor Commission. The chair
of each subcommittee is shown in italics.
Ensuring the Long Term Welfare of Newport Harbor
1) Support all efforts to achieve final interagency approval of the Newport Shallow Waters
Eelgrass Mitigation Plan, facilitating a new Regional General Permit (RGP 54) effective April
2014. The purpose of the Plan is to enable a more efficient and cost-effective RGP 54
permitting process for dock maintenance dredging through an ecosystem-based approach
to sustaining and promoting the population of shallow water eelgrass in all areas of Lower
Newport Bay where such eelgrass is found. [West, McIntosh,Avery]
2) Complete the development of recommendations for the best public use of Lower
Castaways, the last remaining undeveloped city-owned waterfront property. Collaborate
with the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission in developing specific
recommendations for presentation to the City Council. [Girling,Avery, Rhyne]
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3) Secure California Department of Recreation approval for a proposed amendment to the
Harbor Code which would grant an exception to the harbor speed limit for sanctioned sail
racing and human powered racing events.With such authorization, recommend the
proposed amendment to the City Council for enactment. [Blank,West]
4) Investigate the existing designations of Bulkhead and Pierhead lines throughout the
harbor in conjunction with current vessel overhang regulations and compliance. Determine
if specific changes to those harbor boundaries and overhang regulations or their
enforcement should be recommended to the City Council. Develop specific
recommendations to the Council if any changes are deemed appropriate. [Rhyne,
McIntosh, Stapleton]
5) Strengthen the Harbor Commission's public outreach to better communicate the
Commission's role, purpose, and objectives as a citizen's advisory voice for the harbor
community. [Girling,Avery, Blank]
Promoting Newport Harbor as a Preferred and Welcoming Destination
6) Collaborate with Newport Beach & Company to plan and execute a Harbor Summit event
involving key stakeholders in the harbor community. The Summit will engage the
stakeholders in the development of coordinated strategies for increasing the number of
visiting vessels, enhancing the harbor experience for visitors and residents, and better
supporting the businesses that serve all harbor users. [Blank, Girling,West]
7) Carry forward the results of last year's evaluation of existing public piers and potential
new locations for public piers. Present specific recommendations to the City Council on
public pier improvements and additions to facilitate better access to harbor area business
and amenities serving both visiting and local boaters. [Blank, Girling]
8) Complete the evaluation of public anchorage alternatives, specifically addressing the
concept of establishing an anchorage in the Turning Basin such as the one used on a
temporary basis during the 2012 Lower Bay dredging project. [Avery, McIntosh,West]
9) Update and publish a 3rd edition of The Complete Cruising Guide to Newport Harbor, first
published by the Harbor Commission in 2010. [West, Rhyne, Stapleton]
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City of Newport Beach U c9oR� s
Water Quality / Coastal Tidelands
Committee
March 14, 2013
2013 Goal Setting
1. Street Sweeping and Catch Basin Cleaning
2. Trash Booms in the Newport Bay Watershed
3. Storm Drain to Sewer Diversions — i.e. the "Arches"
4. Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) and Areas of Special
Biological Significance (ASBSs) — dry weather flows
and related issues
5. Newport Bay Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs)
6. Refuse and Household Hazardous Waste Pickup
Note: Projects are not listed in any specific order.
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Jameson Comments
Tuesday,June 17, 2014
1:37 PM
Subject Re: EQAC Meeting Availability required -ASAP
From Kimberly Jameson
To Gardner, Nancy;Alford,Patrick
Cc Kimberly Jameson
Sent Tuesday,June 03,2014 4:39 PM
list of objectives that we feel would improve the City's environmental quality.
I think EQACs original key concept is great--to contribute as a citizen's advisory committee that
provides a form of oversight, and citizen perspective,which serves as a form of quality control to,
perhaps,greatly improve the City's projects.
Problem is we don't get to meet much (because of lack of involvement,staffing constraints, -? -since
the days of Drellishak) and this renders EQAC not very effective. In my view, important projects(e.g.,
Banning ranch, Marina Park,Sunset ridge, etc) especially need citizen oversight and input to be
successful.
If we can find a way to get a dedicated EQAC cohort,and encourage open public attendance and
comment in our meetings, I still think we can improve the Environmental Impacts process through our
usual operations.
I think having fresh eyes on projects from the get-go (eyes outside the halls of the City's offices)can lend
good perspective,and our EQAC members have been pretty good in giving constructive input. Worth
the amount of staffing it needs to get that input on projects, probably, and is worthwhile since it shows
the City makes a good effort to garner citizen input.
to summarize as an objective:
Citizen input and oversight during City project EIR development and approval processes.
Kimberly
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Kimberly A.Jameson
aris.ss.uci.edu/—kjameson/kjameson.htmI
On Jun 03, 2014,at 04:05 PM, "Gardner, Nancy"<ngardner@newportbeachca.gov>wrote:
Kimberly, if you have thoughts about what you would like to see as EQAC priorities, please send them to
me or Patrick prior to the meeting, and I'll see that they're part of the discussion.
From: Kimberly Jameson [kimberlyajameson@icloud.com]
Sent: Friday, May 30, 2014 4:23 PM
To: Garciamay, Ruby
Cc: Alford, Patrick; Charles McKenna; Debbie Stevens; Josh Yocam; Josha Olazabal;
Merrit Van Sant; Gardner, Nancy; Petros, Tony; Tyler Gentry; Kiff, Dave; Harp, Aaron
Subject: Re: EQAC Meeting Availability required - ASAP
I'm out of town at a conference last 2 weeks of June and will not be able to attend an EQAC
meeting during that time.
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Kimberly A.Jameson
aris.ss.uci.edu/—kjameson/kjameson.htm1
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On May 30, 2014, at 03:46 PM, "Garciamay, Ruby" <RGarciamay@newportbeachca.gov>
wrote:
Please respond with available dates by Wednesday June 4. The
sooner the better as we need to find a location once a date and
time has been confirmed.
On behalf of Patrick Alford, Planning Manager,
EQAC members, we have been requested by City Council to meet and develop a
proposed list of objectives that we feel would improve the City's environmental
quality. Once we have developed such a list, it will go back to Council which will
give direction to the committee as to which objectives it would like EQAC to pursue
at this time.
Here are some proposed meeting times. Please let us know which time frame will
work for you. Once we get a good date, we will be in touch.
Based on prior meetings we are proposing that the meeting begin at 6:30 pm or
7:00 pm.
Proposed meeting location: Civic Center Community Room, if available.
014AvJUNE 2014--F-
Available
ailable Dates
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
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Thank you,
Ruby Garciamay I Department Assistant
City of Newport Beach Community Development Department
100 Civic Center Drive P.O. Box 1768
Newport Beach, CA 92658-8915
Phone 949.644.3200 Fax: 644.3229
Direct 949.644.3201 rgarciamay0newportbeachca.gov
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