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CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
PARKS, BEACHES & RECREATION
AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS @ NEW CIVIC CENTER
100 Civic Center Drive
TUESDAY, October 1, 2013– 6PM
PB&R Commission Members: Staff Members:
Tom Anderson, Chair
Ron Cole, Vice Chair
Kathy Hamilton
Walt Howald
Roy Englebrecht
Marie Marston
Jack Tingley
Laura Detweiler, Recreation & Senior Services Director
Sean Levin, Recreation Superintendent
Mark Harmon, Municipal Operations Director
Mike Pisani, Deputy Municipal Operations Director
Teri Craig, Administrative Assistant
1) CONVENE MEETING OF THE PARKS BEACHES & RECREATION COMMISSION TO ORDER
2) ROLL CALL
3) NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
Public comments are invited on agenda items generally considered to be within the subject matter jurisdiction of the
PB&R Commission. The City provides a yellow sign-in card to assist in the preparation of the minutes. The completion
of the card is not required in order to address the PB&R Commission. Speakers must limit comments to three (3)
minutes. Before speaking, we invite, but do not require, you to state your name for the record. The PB&R Commission
has the discretion to extend or shorten the speakers’ time limit on agenda or non-agenda items, provided the time limit
adjustment is applied equally to all speakers. As a courtesy, please turn cell phones off or set them in the silent mode.
4) CONSENT CALENDAR
All matters listed under Consent Calendar 4A-4C are considered by the PB&R Commission to be routine and will all
be enacted by one motion in the form listed below. The Commission Members have received detailed staff reports on
each of the items recommending approval and there will be no separate discussion of these items prior to the time the
Commission votes on the motion unless members of the Commission, staff, or the public request a specific item to be
discussed and/or removed from the Consent Calendar for separate action. Members of the public who wish to discuss
a Consent Calendar item should come forward to the lectern upon invitation by the Chair.
A. Minutes of the September 3, 2013 regular meeting.
Recommendation: Waive reading of subject minutes, approve and order filed.
B. Parks & Operations Division Activity Report.
Recommendation: Receive/file monthly Activity Report for activities and upcoming projects.
C. Recreation & Seniors Services Activity Report.
Recommendation: Receive/file Activity Report for activities for past and upcoming projects and events.
5) CURRENT / NEW BUSINESS – Staff Report
A. Uptown Newport Project — Review of Public Parks
Recommendation: Review & approve park amenities on the two public park concepts for the Uptown
Newport project totaling two (2) acres.
B. Commission Liaison Appointment to the Blackball (Surfing Regulations) Working Group
Recommendation: Consider request of Recreation staff to appoint Vice Chair Ron Cole and
Commissioner Jack Tingley as liaisons to the Newport Blackball Working Group
coordinated by the Fire Department Marine Operations Division to review current
surfing policies.
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C. MOD Presentation – Urban Forest Maintenance Program
Recommendation: Receive & file.
D. Special Tree Removal — 621 Poppy Avenue
Recommendation: Consider request of MOD Staff to remove one (1) City Special tree –
Neighborhood Eucalyptus (Desert Gum) tree located adjacent to 621 Poppy
Avenue to mitigate a potential liability due to severe root loss, a declining canopy
and an increased chance of failure and replaced with Australian Willow trees at
the same location.
E. Special Tree Removal — 547 Riverside Avenue
Recommendation: Consider request of MOD Staff to remove two (2) City Special tree –
Neighborhood tree located at 547 Riverside Avenue to mitigate potential liability
due to severe canopy decay and replaced with Australian Willow trees at the
same location.
F. Special Tree Removal — 1739 Candlestick Lane
Recommendation: Consider request of MOD Staff to remove one (1) City Special tree –
Neighborhood tree located in the parkway at 1739 Candlestick Lane as the tree
cannot be safely root pruned without incurring potential liability and possible tree
failure.
G. Reforestation Request — 2201 Channel Road
Recommendation: Consider reforestation request from Paula Gonzales to remove one (1) City
Carrotwood tree from 2201 Channel Road and replace with a 36” box Australian
Willow at the site.
6) PARKS, BEACHES & RECREATION COMMISSION / STAFF ANNOUNCEMENTS, AD HOC
UPDATES OR MATTERS WHICH MEMBERS WOULD LIKE PLACED ON A FUTURE
AGENDA FOR DISCUSSION, ACTION OR REPORT (NON-DISCUSSION ITEM)
7) PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
Public comments are invited on non-agenda items generally considered to be within the subject
matter jurisdiction of the PB&R Commission. Speakers must limit comments to three (3) minutes.
Before speaking, we invite, but do not require, you to state your name for the record. The PB&R
Commission has the discretion to extend or shorten the speakers’ time limit on non-agenda
items, provided the time limit adjustment is applied equally to all speakers.
8) ADJOURNMENT
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission
Regular Meeting
September 3, 2013 – 6pm
1) CONVENE MEETING OF THE PARKS BEACHES & RECREATION COMMISSION TO
ORDER – 6:00 p.m.
2) ROLL CALL
Present: Tom Anderson, Chair
Ron Cole, Vice Chair
Kathy Hamilton
Walt Howald
Roy Englebrecht
Marie Marston
Jack Tingley (Arrived at 6:05 p.m.)
Absent: Kathy Hamilton (Excused)
Staff: Laura Detweiler, Recreation & Senior Services Director
Mike Pisani, Deputy Municipal Operations Director
Crystal McDonald, Deputy City Clerk
3) NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
4) CONSENT CALENDAR
A. Minutes of the August 6, 2013 regular meeting.
Recommendation: Waive reading of subject minutes, approve and order filed.
B. Parks & Operations Division Activity Report.
Recommendation: Receive/file monthly Activity Report for activities and upcoming projects.
C. Recreation & Seniors Services Activity Report.
Recommendation: Receive/file Activity Report for activities for past and upcoming projects and
events.
D. Pulled by Commissioner Englebrecht
Motion by Commissioner Howald; seconded by Vice Chair Cole to accept items 4A – 4C of
the Consent Calendar. Motion carried by acclamation.
D. Reforestation Request — 2848 Alta Vista Drive
Recommendation: Approve reforestation request from Eastbluff Homeowners Association
(EHCA) for homeowners Keith Hall & Susan Lemke to remove one City Lemon-scented Gum tree
from 2848 Alta Vista Drive and replace with a 36” box Russet Magnolia to be located within the
parkway at the site.
Commissioner Englebrecht commented on the age of the tree noting its value. He stated
that he was opposed to removing the tree and urged the Commission to deny the
request.
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In response to Vice Chair Cole's inquiry, Deputy Director Pisani reported that the tree
poses no safety concerns but is messy.
Commissioner Englebrecht warned against setting a precedent by approving this
request. He stated that valid reasons should be given before for removing a tree such as
hazardous conditions or damage to property, not merely because of debris.
Commissioner Marston commented on the need to comply with Council Policy G-1.
Chair Anderson opened the public discussion.
Jim Mosher addressed the City's Tree Ordinance and the list of recommended
replacement trees. He reported that the recommended replacement tree is not included
on the list.
Chair Anderson closed the public discussion.
Commissioner Englebrecht commented that it is the Commission's discretion to deny
the request and that by approving the request and recommending a tree not on the
City's list of appropriate replacement trees would be committing a violation of its own
established criteria. He stated that that tree removal applications should be put on hold
until this issue is completely vetted.
In response to Commissioner’s Cole's inquiry, Deputy Director Pisani reported that this
tree is a parkway tree, that parkway trees are on City land and are maintained by the
City.
Commissioner Cole agreed with Commission Englebrecht's comments.
In response to Commissioner Marston's inquiry, Deputy Director Pisani reported that
the City trims parkway trees and that these trees have been trimmed in the past two
years.
Discussion ensued regarding the rationale for staff's recommendation of a replacement
tree not on the established tree list. Deputy Director Pisani responded that trees in the
area have been replaced with this type of tree being recommended.
Commissioner Howald indicated he sympathizes with the homeowner and stated that he
is not opposed to continuing the matter until a clear policy can be established.
Chair Anderson agreed with Commissioner Englebrecht's comments.
Motion by Commissioner Englebrecht; to deny the request until an established tree
policy is created by the Commission and approved by Council. Motion fails due to a lack of
a second.
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Motion by Vice Chair Cole; seconded by Commissioner Englebrecht to deny the reforestation
request from Eastbluff Homeowners Association (EHCA) for homeowners Keith Hall & Susan
Lemke. Motion carried by acclamation.
5) CURRENT / NEW BUSINESS – Staff Report
A. Special Tree Removal — 15th Street adjacent to 544 Aliso Avenue
Recommendation: Consider request of MOD Staff to remove five (5) City Special trees –
Neighborhood trees located at 15th Street adjacent to 544 Aliso Avenue to mitigate potential liability
due to severe root decay with exposed sulfur conks and replaced with Australian Willow trees at the
same location.
Deputy Director Pisani presented details of the report noting that staff recommends
removal of the trees due to root decay and sulfur conks.
Discussion ensued regarding valid reasons for requesting removal of the trees. Deputy
Director Pisani stated that there is danger of tree failure because of the decay.
In response to Chair Anderson's inquiry regarding other trees in the vicinity littered with
debris and trash, Deputy Director Pisani reported that staff will be evaluating those trees as
well.
Chair Anderson opened the public discussion.
Jim Mosher reported that the recommended replacement trees are on the tree list. He
reported that conks are seasonal and are a fungus that grow inside the trees and are not
visible during part of the year and are not necessarily detrimental to the trees.
Chair Anderson closed the public discussion.
Commissioner Englebrecht questioned if staff could get a second opinion and possibly
provide another solution. However, he stated he would accept staff's recommendations.
Discussion followed regarding involving homeowners, changes to the sidewalk once the trees
are removed and if removing only two of the five trees could mitigate the problem.
In response to Commissioner Howald's inquiry, Deputy Director Pisani reported that the
matter was initiated by a resident but recommendations to remove the trees were made by
staff and that the City will incur the cost of removal and replacement.
Commissioner Tingley referenced the Irvine Avenue area and noted the project turned out
nicely because mature trees were planted to replace those removed.
Deputy Director Pisani reported that the replacement trees will be between eight- and ten-
feet tall.
Commissioner Howald stated that the trees need to be removed and agreed with
Commissioner Tingley's comments regarding replacing them with mature trees.
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Motion by Commissioner Tingley; seconded by Commissioner Howald to approve the
request to remove five (5) City Special trees – Neighborhood trees located at 15th Street adjacent
to 544 Aliso Avenue as recommended by staff and direct staff to review the type and size of tree
with which to replace them. Motion carried by acclamation.
B. Special Tree Removal — 621 Poppy Avenue
Recommendation: Consider request of MOD Staff to remove one City Special tree –
Neighborhood Eucalyptus (Desert Gum) tree located adjacent to 621 Poppy Avenue to mitigate a
potential liability due to severe root loss, a declining canopy and an increased chance of failure and
replaced with Australian Willow trees at the same location.
Deputy Director Pisani introduced the item and reported that the property owner has
requested that this item be continued until the Commission's October meeting since she is
out of town and would like the opportunity to address the Commission. He added that she did
not initiate the request for removal.
Commissioner Marston indicated she had suggested conducting a study regarding Poppy
Avenue trees in the past and wondered if the matter could be deferred until completion of the
study.
Chair Anderson stated that a map of the area would be useful.
Commissioner Marston reiterated that she commented on the matter a year or two ago and
expressed concerns regarding the trees on Poppy Avenue.
Discussion ensued regarding the a Commission study of the Poppy Avenue trees.
Deputy Director Pisani reported that the matter has not yet been scheduled. The matter of a
tree at 300 Poppy Avenue is scheduled to be heard by Council at its September 10, 2013
meeting.
Motion by Commission Cole; seconded by Commissioner Englebrecht to continue the
matter until the PB&R Commission meeting in October. Motion carried by acclamation.
C. Ad Hoc Committee – Street Tree Designation List and G-1 Policy Revision
Recommendation:
1. Adopt separate Ad Hoc Committees for Updating the Street Tree Designation List and the
Revision of Council Policy G-1
2. Adopt a separate Ad Hoc Committee for Updating the Street Tree List and a separate Ad Hoc
Committee for Modifying Council Policy G-1; and appoint two (2) commission members to each
Ad Hoc Committee.
Deputy Director Pisani presented details of the report noting recommendations to develop
to Ad Hoc Committees as stated above. He addressed the scope of work to be completed by
the Ad Hoc Committees and the intent.
In response to Chair Anderson's inquiry, Director Detweiler clarified the need for two Ad Hoc
Committees.
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Chair Anderson requested volunteers for the two Ad Hoc Committees.
Commissioner Howald addressed the importance of both Ad Hoc Committees and offered to
serve on the Ad Hoc Committee in charge of Modifying Council Policy G-1.
Commissioner Englebrecht stated that there may be some duplication and wondered about
the possibility of establishing one Ad Hoc Committee and including members of the public.
Director Detweiler reported that staff will also be involved and reiterated that two members
of the Commission would be assigned to serve on each.
Deputy Director Pisani reported that original intent was to have one Ad Hoc Committee to
address Policy G-1 and have staff address the Street Tree List, since it is a staff function. He
added that the Street Tree List Ad Hoc Committee would probably last four to five months
and the G-1 Ad Hoc Committee, longer. He added that the Ad Hoc Committees would
provide updates to the Commission as a whole.
Commissioner Englebrecht volunteered to serve on the Street Tree Designation List Ad Hoc
Committee along with Chair Anderson.
Commissioner Howald volunteered to serve on the G-1 Ad Hoc Committee along with
Commissioner Hamilton.
Chair Anderson opened the public discussion.
Jim Mosher commented on conflicts with the policy and disagreed that the Street Tree
Designation List is a staff function and stated that it should be open to public participation.
Chair Anderson closed the public discussion.
Motion by Chair Anderson; seconded by Commissioner Marston to adopt the formation of
an Ad Hoc Committee to address the Street Tree Designation List consisting of Commissioner
Englebrecht and Chair Anderson and the formation of an Ad Hoc Committee to address
modification of the G1 policy consisting of Commissioner Howald and Commissioner Hamilton.
Motion carried by acclamation.
6) PARKS, BEACHES & RECREATION COMMISSION / STAFF ANNOUNCEMENTS,
UPDATES OR MATTERS WHICH MEMBERS WOULD LIKE PLACED ON A FUTURE
AGENDA FOR DISCUSSION, ACTION OR REPORT (NON-DISCUSSION ITEM)
Commissioner Marston reported attending an Off-Leash Dog Park meeting where a
member of the public suggested the consideration of having a one-hour per day segment of
time for dogs to be off leash and that the matter was deferred until it could be considered by
the Homeowners Association. She added that some of the homeowners in the meeting were
not in agreement with the idea.
Regarding the Lower Castaways Park Design, Director Detweiler reported that the
Committee is scheduled to meet September 6, 2013, in conjunction with the Harbor
Commission and has been publicly noticed.
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Commissioner Howald invited Commission members to attend a lunch and tour at OASIS on
October 23, 2013, at 11:30 a.m.
Commissioner Cole announced an upcoming meeting to discuss the matter of Blackball.
Chair Anderson made a request to have the matter of tracking adult leagues in terms of
resident and non-resident members placed on a future agenda.
7) PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
Jim Mosher commented on the Off-Leash Dog Park and reported that the PB&R
Commission is often left out of the loop on City items such as the Bicycle Master Plan, plans
for Art in the Park and health problems at beaches.
Director Detweiler reported the official conclusion of the City's summer programs and
reported on the implementation of a pickleball program and addressed the possibility of
converting some of the existing tennis courts into pickleball courts. Staff will continue to
monitor the use of tennis courts while considering the matter.
8) ADJOURNMENT @ 7:09 p.m.
Submitted by: ________
Crystal McDonald, Deputy City Clerk
Approved by:
Tom Anderson, Chair
Recreation Services
Monthly Activities Report
To: Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission
From: Sean Levin, Recreation Superintendent
Celeste Jardine-Haug, Senior Services Manager
Re: Recreation & Senior Services Department Monthly Activities Report
Park Patrol to the Rescue!
On August 26, Park Patrol Officer DJ Ferris was on patrol near Corona del
Mar State Beach when he heard children screaming. Officer Ferris investigated the situation and at the top of the hill he found a school bus.
Near the front of the bus he found a 4 foot long rattle snake. Officer Ferris
proceeded to move the children a safe distance away and secured the
area. Newport Beach Police Department Animal Control was contacted
and arrived on scene in time to capture the large rattle snake and
relocate it back into the hills.
Summer Wrap Up!
The Recreation Division just wrapped up twelve weeks of summer camp
programming. A variety of new camps were added including; Hula for
Kids, Chess, Astronaut Adventure, and Disneyland Parade Camp. This
summer brought 4,699 contract class participants which is an increase of 9.5% from 2012. The total revenue generated was $1,192,241.00.
An additional 1,000 Boys and girls ages 5-12 had a blast at the staff
operated camps at the Community Youth Center (CYC) and Balboa
Community Centers. The children enjoyed visits to the Newport Beach Library, beach days, and exciting excursions to Disneyland and Wild
Rivers. Thanks to the staff and parents for making this a memorable
summer!
Feedback was great and here’s what some parents had to say:
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“The class schedule and format were excellent. The teacher encouraged and engaged the students beautifully-- all very impressive.”
“Great counselors!!!” “Coaches were professional, approachable, enthusiastic, and had good rapport with children.”
“Love the instructors and this camp. We loved it so much we took another week before the camp ended for summer.”
“This class taught a skill, was a confidence booster for both children and adults and had extra activities (kayaking, paddle boarding) to engage in when there was little wind for sailing -- a real bonus. Great experience.”
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Talent Found in Newport Beach
The 3rd Annual OASIS Talent Show held on August 21 was
once again a crowd pleaser. Over 350 seniors attended this
fun event that featured 13 different talented senior acts
including singers, dancers, musicians and a comedian. A
good time was had by all at this annual event. Compliments are still pouring in from those who enjoyed the show.
No Room On The Rocks!
Even with cooler than normal temperatures at the beach, August was a very
busy month for the Marine Protected Areas. In August alone, Marine
Protection staff had over 13,000 public contacts - primarily at Little Corona
Beach. Staff focused on educating beach goers in a fun, informative way to help everyone have a good time while being mindful of why the area is
special. This year the goal was to gain a better understanding of how the
current marine protection program is working, and how it can be improved.
The focus is on interpreting and educating with artifacts and signage.
Traveling Tidepool!
Within the next few months we will be kicking off new signage and the
Traveling Tidepool; a vehicle that will function as a mobile interpretive
center at Little Corona, and provide an opportunity for on-site educational outreach. As these various strategies are implemented, the
impacts on visitor behavior and the biological health of the tidepool
residents will be observed.
Special thanks for the help of the very dedicated volunteers who spend
hours talking to people about the need to care for the coast, and
explaining how everyone can make a difference!
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Pickleball
Join in the sensation of Pickleball, the fastest growing senior sport in America! Pickleball, a combination
of tennis and ping pong on a badminton sized court, made its debut on Friday, Sept 6 at the Newport
Coast Community Center. Special thanks to the great staff members who have been working hard to bring
this great sport to Newport Beach. Three temporary courts will be set up for the next 6 months with the
goal of analyzing interest within the community. Play will be on Mondays and Fridays from 12:30 to
3:00pm in a drop-in basis.
In preparation, the Department had a training day to help staff become familiar with the rules of the game.
Staff is excited to see what is to come!
Extra! Extra! Read All About It! Jennifer Sisoev Gets Promotion!
Jennifer Sisoev was promoted from Assistant Recreation Coordinator to Fitness
Center Coordinator. Jennifer has been working at the OASIS since March 2012
and has a Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science, a Master of Public
Administration degree and is currently working towards a Master of Gerontology degree. Jennifer enjoys taking road trips with her husband,
giving belly rubs to their English Bulldog, and camping with her in-laws.
City Family Grows!
Robin Brunner the newest employee at the OASIS Senior Center joins the Transportation team as a part-time Senior Services Driver. Robin began driving professionally for Unitrans while a student at UC Davis and progressed to driving the
senior bus for the City of Davis. Robin has also worked in the Senior Center doing
scheduling and dispatching and has most recently, worked at Merritt College in
Oakland, as an Athletic Business specialist in the Sports Department. Robin relocated
to Newport Beach to be closer to his family and is a great addition to the City team!
New Sports Webpage
To better serve our adult and youth sports participants, the city of Newport Beach Sports page has a new look and friendly URL. www.newportbeachca.gov/sports
The new software is by Teamsideline, providing us with a better interface for sports participants. With the
new webpage we will be able to list up to date league schedules and standings, cross market the
programs, centralize participant forms and rules, and provide up to date field conditions through email, text and home page notification.
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Coastal Cleanup Day
Marine Protection hosted Coastal Cleanup Day on September 21. Each year hundreds of volunteers come out to help clean our coast. This year nearly 400 people signed up for this year’s efforts to help make
trash extinct! If you would like to volunteer for monthly beach cleanups hosted by Newport Beach Marine
Protection, please contact Michelle at mclemente@newportbeachca.gov.
Surfs Up!
The 25th Annual City of Newport Beach Surf Championships was held Sat/Sun September 28-29, 2013 at
54th/56th Street Beach.
Hootenanny in the Heights
This past Sunday, Recreation partnered with Councilman Tony Petros to put on Hootenanny at the Heights at Cliff Drive Park. The event brought the surrounding community together to enjoy an afternoon full of
music, games, arts & crafts, and a BBQ hosted by the Newport Beach Fire Department. The goal of the
event was to give the community a chance to meet their councilmember’s and City staff to share their
thoughts and 150 residents came out for the festivities from 11:30am-2:00pm to do just that!
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After-Class Enrichment Programs
This past week kicked off another year of After-Class Enrichment
(ACE) programs at Mariners and Newport Elementary schools. The
programs offer a unique opportunity for students to take specialty classes with some popular instructors. This year, classes such as, robotics, skateboarding, yoga, surf and mixed media are being
offered. Currently there are 210 participants in the program at
Newport Elementary and 157 at Mariners.
New Hot Spot: The OASIS!!
In an effort to attract Baby Boomers and working seniors, the OASIS expanded its nighttime and weekend
events. In September, the 3rd monthly Bunco Night was hosted. Bunco is a fun dice game that is easy to
learn and provides hours of fun. An average of 48 people attend this fun filled event each month.
Also new to OASIS is a Monday Night Football Party with kickoff is at 5:40pm. This event includes a light dinner and is free.
Last, but certainly not least, on September 28, OASIS hosted a Beach Boys tribute band in the courtyard.
This event sold out in less than three weeks with 230 tickets sold. This was the second concert in the new
courtyard. Back in July, OASIS hosted a Beatles tribute band with over 200 in attendance. Word about how
enjoyable this concert was spread quickly and folks were lined up to buy tickets for the Beach Boys concert. With programs for people in their 50s through their 90s and beyond, OASIS truly has something
for everyone!
Stroke Prevention Seminar
The Orange County Stroke Association presented a community education event on Preventing Strokes
through Diet and Exercise on September 18. The presentation covered: stroke risk factors, TIA’s, stroke
warning signs and stroke prevention. A FREE Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Screening was also offered to seminar participants.
Fall Prevention Presentation
The Down with Falls Coalition recognized Fall Prevention Awareness Week at OASIS on September 25. The program presented an overview of the consequences of falls, the myths and realities of older adult
falls, the causes of falls, and practical tips on the prevention of falls. Among older adults, falls are the
leading cause of injury deaths, unintentional injuries, and hospital admissions for trauma. Falls can take a
serious toll on older adults’ quality of life and independence. OASIS wants to help convey the message
that falls are preventable.
OASIS Fitness Center Stats & Graphs
August 2013 Memberships: As of August 31, 2013 the Fitness Center has 1,913 active members. Of these
members, 96.6% of them are Newport Beach residents and 5.4% of them are non residents. Future
promotions are being considered, although limited space in the Fitness Center may be an issue in
accommodating an influx of new members.
Memberships Sold per Month
(Year to Year Comparison)
*October 2010 Grand Opening omitted
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Fitness Center Usage: In the month of August; 1,026 individuals used the fitness center a total of 6,087 times.
The busiest days are Mondays and Wednesdays with an average use of 232 per weekday and 124 on
weekends.
Average Users per Day for August 2013
Personal Training Revenue: Personal training is a popular option at the Fitness Center, and had a noticeable
increase in monthly revenue this August 2013 ($22,996) compared to August of last year 2012 ($9,990).
Overall, the OASIS Fitness Center has collected approximately $42,026 for the 2013-2014 fiscal year.
FY 13-14 Personal Training
Revenue by Month
(July 30-Aug. 26)
FY 12-13 Personal Training
Revenue
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Park Patrol
Requested calls are assigned visits by staff or schedule or phone requests. Customer Contacts
are the number of times they stopped and spoke to customers other than requested calls. Due to
the timing of the meeting, these monthly summaries will be two months behind (i.e. in June you
will receive April summary). During the month of August, Park Patrol had the following number
of contacts:
1. REQUESTED Requested Calls
17 with Youth Sports Groups
2 Field related issues/checks
10 Park/Picnic/reservation issues/checks
27 Community Center issues/checks
16 Playground checks
16 other
CdM Beach Contacts
- 130 BBQ
- 115 Charcoal
- 101 Tents
2. PUBLIC CONTACTS
204 Education
15 Alcohol
96 Dog related Citations Issued – 8 issued — 7 for parking violations; 1 for private tennis lesson at Grant
Howald Park
FACILITY RENTALS & SPECIAL EVENT PERMITS
During the period of August 16 – September 15, 2013 there were:
18 Picnic/Park Area Rentals
4 Room Rentals
1 Field Rentals
6 OASIS Classroom
1 OASIS Event Center
As of September 15, 2013, there were 246 Special Event Permits processed and issued for the
year.
Those events of note for this period are:
CdM 1 Mile Swim: CdM State Beach, 8/24- Attendance: 200
CdM Car Show: CdM State Beach, 9/8- Attendance: 1500
Swim for Life: CdM State Beach, 9/15- Attendance: 300
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OASIS UTILIZATION REPORT
August 2013
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SEPTEMBER 20 - OCTOBER 20
“An Act of Imagination” - 8:00 pm Thursday-Saturday & 2:00 pm Sunday
Newport Theatre Arts Center (2501 Cliff Dr)
SEPTEMBER 23 - OCTOBER 5
Friends’ Boutique & Rummage Sale - 9:00am – 2pm
(Collection dates 9/23 – 10/3 – Sale Dates 10/4-10/5)
OASIS Senior Center (801 Narcissus Ave)
OCTOBER 14
Monday Night Football — Free 5:30pm
OASIS Senior Center (801 Narcissus Ave)
OCTOBER 16
Flu Shots — Free 9:00 – 11:00am
OASIS Senior Center (801 Narcissus Ave)
OCTOBER 12
Art in the Park - 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Civic Center Green (100 Civic Center Drive)
November 27
Thanksgiving Luncheon - Free Noon
OASIS Senior Center (801 Narcissus Ave)
DECEMBER 6
Breakfast with Santa - 9:30 am - 11:00 am $15
Newport Coast Community Center (6401 San Joaquin Hills Road)
January 1, 2014
Tournament of Roses Parade Excursion - 5:00 am - 1:00 pm $125
Meet at OASIS to board Deluxe Charter Bus
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PB&R Commission Staff Report
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Agenda Item No.5A
October 1, 2013
RECOMMENDATION:
Review and approve park amenities on the two public park concepts for the Uptown
Newport project totaling two (2) acres.
FUNDING REQUIREMENTS:
No fiscal impact to the City. Parks will be developed and maintained by the applicant.
INTRODUCTION
Project Setting
The subject property is located within the airport area and is approximately 25.05 acres
in size. The property is currently developed with two office/industrial buildings that are
being leased to TowerJazz Semiconductor. Vehicular access to the project site is from
Jamboree Road and Birch Street. The site is surrounded to the north, west, and south
by commercial/office uses within the Koll Center Newport office park. Jamboree Road
forms the eastern boundary of the project site, and beyond Jamboree Road to the east
is undeveloped open space within the North Campus of the University of California,
Irvine.
TO: Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission
FROM: Recreation Department
Laura Detweiler, Rec & Sr Service Director
949-644-3157, LDetweiler@newportbeachca.gov
PREPARED BY:
Sean Levin, Recreation Superintendent
949-644-3159, slevin@newportbeachca.gov
Rosalinh Ung, Associate Planner
949-644-3208, rung@newportbeachca.gov
TITLE: Uptown Newport Project – Review of Public Parks
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GENERAL VICINITY MAP
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DETAIL VICINITY MAP
Koll Center
Newport
UCI North
Campus
SCE
Substation
County
Courthouse
Half Dome
Building
TowerJazz
facility
Subject
Property
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Background
On February 26, 2013, the City Council approved the land use entitlement applications and
environmental review for the Uptown Newport project which consists of the removal of
existing office and industrial uses in two primary phases and the construction of a mixed
use community consisting of 1,244 residential units, 11,500 square feet of neighborhood-
serving retail space, and approximately two (2) acres of park space (Attachment A). The
parks are being designed for the planned community and will be accessible to the general
public as well. Phase 1 (Attachment B) will include demolition of the existing single-story
office building “Half Dome”, and development of the westerly portion of the property and the
frontage along Jamboree Road. Phase 1 will include the development of up to 680
residential units and up to 11,500 square feet of retail space, and is projected to commence
in 2014 and be completed in 2018. Phase 2 (Attachment C) will include demolition of the
existing TowerJazz building, and development of the remaining 564 residential units on the
easterly portion of the property. Timing for Phase 2 construction would be contingent upon
the existing lease of the TowerJazz facility, which will expire in March 2017, but could be
extended to March 2027 by TowerJazz.
On September 5, 2013, the Planning Commission approved the Master Site Development
Review application which includes detailed plans and specifications for the master site
improvements to ensure that the project will be developed in a cohesive manner in phases
consistent with the approved Uptown Newport Planned Community Development Plan. As
a condition of approval, the final design of two (2), one-acre neighborhood public parks
shall be reviewed and approved by the City of Newport Beach PB&R Commission.
DISCUSSION
Uptown Newport has two (2), one-acre neighborhood public parks and each will be built
with each development phase. The Phase 1 Park is located adjacent to the mixed-use
retail node and provides for a prominent visual entry and focal point. The Phase 1
neighborhood park amenities include: a water fountain, activity lawn, tot lot, pedestrian
pathways, a hardscape plaza and promenade, a public art feature; barbeque grills; and
shaded seating areas. The Phase 1 Park is also designed to accommodate vendors
with small kiosks along the promenade, special events (i.e., farmers market and art
shows), movies-in-the-park, and special performances if desired.
The Phase 2 Park is located along the Spine Street and the secondary entry off of
Jamboree Road, and provides for a prominent visual entry and focal point. The Phase
2 Park amenities include: a water fountain, open lawn areas, pedestrian pathways, a
hardscape plaza, a public art feature, barbeque grills; and shaded seating areas. The
Phase 2 Park also includes recreational courts such as bocce courts and a sand
volleyball court.
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NOTICING:
The agenda item has been noticed according to the Brown Act (72 hours in advance of
the meeting at which the City Council considers the item). Residents within 300 feet of
the Uptown Park project were noticed.
Attachments: A. Uptown Newport Site Plan
B. Phase 1 Park
C. Phase 2 Park
Exhibit A
Exhibit B
Exhibit C
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PB&R Commission Staff Report
CITY OF
Item No. 5B
October 1, 2013
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the PB&R Commission appoint Commissioners, Ron Cole and
Jack Tingley to serve as liaisons to the Newport Blackball Working Group coordinated
by the Fire Department Marine Operations Division to review current surfing policies.
BACKGROUND:
On September 11, 2013 the Newport Blackball Working Group (NBWG) met for an
initial meeting to study the existing surfing regulations in Newport Beach. The stated
purpose of the group is to examine current City of Newport Beach municipal codes and
practices for managing surfing and identify areas that may need change or modification.
The group is tasked with examining the overall surfing management program and
looking at specific regulations to see if they reflect the best practices and are meeting
the needs of the community. Department staff from Fire, Police and Recreation and
Senior Services will also serve on the committee.
Recommended changes to policies would come before the PB&R Commission and then
be forwarded to City Council for final approval.
NOTICING:
The agenda item has been noticed according to the Brown Act (72 hours in advance of the
meeting at which the PB&R Commission considers the item).
TO: Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission
FROM: Laura Detweiler, Rec & Sr Services Director
949-644-3157, LDetweiler@newportbeachca.gov
Rob Williams, Marine Operations Chief
949-644-3045, rwilliams@nbfd.net
TITLE:
Commission Liaison Appointment to the Blackball (Surfing
Regulations) Working Group