HomeMy WebLinkAbout02/08/2012 - Harbor CommissionNEWPORT BEACH HARBOR COMMISSION MINUTES
City Council Chambers
February 8, 2012
CALL TO ORDER 6:00 P.M.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL Commissioners Rodheim, West, Rhyne, McIntosh, Avery present. Commissioner
Duffield absent.
Council Liaison: Mayor Pro Tem Nancy Gardner
Staff: Manager Chris Miller
Supervisor Shannon Levin
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON - AGENDA ITEMS
None.
MINUTES
Commissioner West motioned to approve the minutes and Commissioner Rhyne seconded. Motion
carried.
ACTION & APPEAL ITEMS
ITEM #1
Subject: ExplorOcean.
Abstract: A presentation on ExplorOcean from Rita Steinlund.
Discussion: A presentation on the ExplorOcean design was given by Rita Steinlund, President.
ExplorOcean will revitalize the Fun Zone area and expand from the existing Newport
Harbor Nautical Museum. An economic analysis of the programming is being conducted.
The facility will offer increased commercial and visitor opportunities. The plans for the
facility can be viewed at http: / /explorocean.org.
Action: Receive and File
ITEM #2
Subject: Derelict Boats.
Abstract: Discussion of derelict boats in Florida and Newport Beach.
Discussion: The Harbor Commission discussed the possibility of composing a group of volunteers to
help upkeep of derelict vessels. There is some money for derelict boat disposal but the
City of Newport Beach's derelict problem doesn't fit into that category. The vessels
covered by the grants are typically sunk and /or hazards to navigation. Commissioner
West suggested that this issue should be further reviewed, the problem defined, and
come back at another meeting to properly discuss the issue.
Action: Receive and file.
SUB - COMMITTEE REPORTS
Cruising Guide: This is on track with weekly meetings. Publication is expected for February.
Code Enforcement: Commissioner Avery commented staff did an excellent job handling the
enforcement of MV Majestic.
Visioning: Avery is reviewing the Harbor and Bay Element of the General Plan to include that
in the Visioning. The Visioning Subcommittee will require increased public input
and community outreach.
Mooring: There will be an update next month.
Commissioner Rhyne mentioned that the state government is attempting to re-
budget DBAW again. A letter for signature should be sent by all interested to
petition the Governor.
COUNCIL LIAISON REPORT:
None.
HARBOR RESOURCES UPDATE
Manager Miller gave a PowerPoint presentation on harbor updates. The update is posted at
http://www. ne wportbeachca. gov /index. aspx ?page =1777
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Jim Mosher informed the Commission that the final appointees to the Harbor Commission will be announced
on an upcoming Council Agenda once the Screening Committee makes a recommendation. Stanley Seplan
addressed the concern that chase boats for rowing are creating large wakes and causing rocking on docks.
RECOMMENDED TOPICS FOR FUTURE AGENDAS:
• Ships to Reef
• Eelgrass
• OCC Sea Base
DATE OF NEXT MEETING: Wednesday March 14, 2012
ADJOURNMENT: Meeting adjourned around 8:00 PM.
The agenda for the Regular Meeting was posted on February 4, 2012 at 4:45 p.m. on the City Hall Bulletin
Board located outside of the City of Newport Beach Administration Building.
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Harbor Commission Chair