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PARKS, BEACHES & RECREATION COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING HELD TUESDAY, February 5, 1980
*' !, CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
7:30 P.M.
AGENDA
I. PROCEDURAL MATTERS:
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of Minutes - Meeting of Tuesday, January 8, 1980
4. Adoption of Agenda
II. RECOMMENDATIONS FOR ACTION:
5. Small Boat Launching Study (Report Attached)
III. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION;
6. Proposed 1980 -81 Budget
Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission Meetings are tape recorded;
Testimony limited to 5 minutes
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IV. COMMITTEE REPORTS: -
7. Bikeway Trails - Chairman: Ross
8. Budget Committee Chairman: Cole
9. Litter Control Committee Liaison: Winburn - Cole
10, Ocean Front General Plan Chairman: Lovell
11. Park Planning, Devl. & Mtc. Chairman: Schwarz
12. Parkway Trees Chairman: Cole
13. Recreation Facilities Chairman: Winburn I
14. Recreation Programs Chairman: Green
15. Senior Citizen OASIS Chairman: Ross
16. Theatre & The Arts Chairman: Green
V. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS:
17. Council action on P B.& R Items
18. Balboa Island Park Development
19. Recreation Division
20. Parks Division
VI. SPECIAL, URGENT OR LAST - MINUTE ITEMS:
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COMMISSIONERS
PRESENT: x x x x x x
ABSENT: x
MOTION: x
Ayes: x Ix x x
Absent: x
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ROLL CALL
Ex- Officio members present: Ronald A. Whitley, Director
Royleen White, Rec. Supt.
Jack Brooks, Parks Supt.
A motion was made by Commissioner Ross to adopt the minutes
of the December 18, 1979 meeting. Motion carried.
The Agenda was adopted as presented,.'
II. RECOMMENDATIONS FOR ACTION: #5
Director Ron Whitley provided background information on the
Smallwood Encroachment Request. This is an attempt to
rectify the situation by requesting through proper pro-
cedures the work that has been and is being done there.
Chairperson Winburn reviewed the 1971 background informa-
tion concerning this matter and the Public Works Depart-
ment provided a chronological up -date on what has happened
in summary of the situation..
The City's policy in regard to encroachment was reviewed.
It was noted that operational policies and procedures have
been to allow land -strip and certain improvements to the
private properties if the adjacent owner will maintain the
land -strip and, improvements. This beautifies an'area-and'
maintains it where the city may not be able to do so. The
City remains strict in the policy that encroachment does
'not obstruct a view for any adjacent or across - the - street
neighbors.
Mr. Whitley pointed out that the Smallwood strip improve-
ments have done the following:
1) Created a situation where people are forced to use the
proper access to Little Corona Beach rather than the
- previously allowable descent down the cliffs.
2) The improvement to the property is attractive; the City
couldn''t afford to maintain or install in this manner.
Dr. Ken Smallwood presented pictures to the Commission of
the improvements made to this area since 1971.
• Commissioner Ross inquired whether or-not Dr. Smallwood
would be interested in buying the improved property if it
were legally available to him and he inferred he would be.
Mr. Whitley will pursue whether or not this is feasible.
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Smallwood
Encroachment
Request
COMMISSIONERS
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MOTION:
Ayes:
No:
Absent
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Commissioner Ammerman registered his concern that the 12"
brick wall had been installed on private property and
there may be some long -term easement evolve in the future.
Commissioner Ross also indicated her concern that a prece-
dent might be set if this encroachment were allowed.
Chairperson Winburn stated she felt this area was an
attractive nuisance before the improvement since it was
an: area where people were able to slide down a 40" em-
bankment to the beach below. The 12" brick wall now deters
this hazardous descent and lessens the injury risk to the
public.
It was moved-by Commissioner Green that the Commission
approve the Smallwood variance request-and-recommend to the
City Council that they approve this variance.
Motion carried.
III. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION: #7:
This matter'will be placed on the Agenda for the next'
Commission meeting in February in order that all reports
will be in from the Police, Marine, and Traffic Engineer-
ing Departments. The American Legion has informed us that
there is no launching ramp at their facility; they have a
marina and dry storage area which is used by-the public
and there is a waiting list at this time.
Mr. Don Donaldson appeared before the Commission on behalf
of the American Legion and informed them that the launching
ramp was taken out about 15 years ago. The Legion has 51
spaces rented to anyone on a first come -first serve basis.
The hoist they have is limited to 1,500 pounds. Mr. Don-
aldson reviewed the history of the development of the park
and barbeque area at this site and stated the American Le-
gion is willing to cooperate -wi.th the City in any way pos-
sible; he indicated they would have to do away with sever-
al slips to put in a new-launching hoist. It would also be
necessary to add personnel if such a plan were implemented.
Item #6:
Recreation Superintendent presented thoughts on, "What is
This Thing We Call Recreation ?" Her thoughts, in summary:
Recreation should be geared to the individual; anything
that makes him or her feel, good about themselves. The
goal should be to provide for leisure needs for all ages.
There is a need to study whether or not we are meeting the
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Encroachment
Permit,
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Small Boat
Launching
Report
Recreation
Philosophy
COMMISSIONERS
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needs of the people in our community. The emphasis and
philosophy in our community seems to be, "Does it make
money ?" If it does, we go ahead. Does this really meet
the needs?
Ms. White indicated that the Parks, Beaches and Recreation
Commission could be a good help in establishing political
aid to the Recreation Department in helping to promote a
better rounded program. She requested a meeting with the
-sub- committee in the near future who will come back to the
Commission at a later date with recommendations.
The possibility of a Needs Assessment survey was considered
and it was determined that to be done with accurate results
it-would be necessary to have this done by an outside pro-
fessional 'agency which is almost monetarily prohibitive.
Anbther'suggestions was that we ask the local newspapers
to print a questionnaire.
Item #8:
Recently there has been an expressed interest in, renewing
the badminton program with the Recreation Department.'
Mr. Whitley informed the Commission, that there are not
enough - facilities available for those few persons who are
interested in badminton. When we did have the program, it
was not self- supporting and few people participated
IV. COMMITTEE REPORTS
Item #9:
The budget is now in the process of being prepared and
before it is submitted to the Finance Department, a meeting
of the budget committee will be held to point out areas in
need of support.
COMMISSION,LIAISON
Item #16:
A copy of a letter from Cindy Houston, Chairperson of the
Litter Control 'Committee was reviewed. It will be for-
warded to City Council, and will request ways and means of
enforcing the litter control laws. .
'Item #18:
The Theatre Arts season begins the evening of January 10th
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Recreation
Philosophy,
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Badminton
Program
Budget
Committee
Litter Control
Committee
Theatre & The
Arts
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with -the presentation of "Summertree',' For the'first-
nighters, there is a champagne party following the'
performance. The Commission was requested'to support
the efforts of the theatrical group.
VI. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS:
Item #19:
The December, 1979 Progress Report was present to the
Commission, together with the Fall 1979 Program Analysis.
Chairperson Winburn requested that in future reporting,
a comparison be given of the previous year'-s statistics.
It was noted'by Commissioner Cole that tennis is dropping
down as a sport•which•appears to be a national trend.
Item #20:
• Commissioner Cole complimented the Parks Division on the
excellent job the department is doing. The Tree Committee
will meet with Jack Brooks in the near future concerning
the pine trees that need to be removed.
Item #21:
The Commission reviewed a,draft of the Oasis Senior Center
Operation and Relationships. A few years ago t e same
VP of document was formu ated which never received ap-
proval by the Commission or City Council. This is an
effort to formalize a policy in regard to what the rela-
tionship should be between- the Friends of Oasis and the
Recreation Department.
The Commission approved the above mentioned draft which
will be forward to City Council for their meeting of
January 28, 1980.
Council Action: Approval by Council authorization was
given by the City Manager to hire a consultant architect
for the Balboa Island Park - Development. Mr. Whitley has
met with this commi.tt(e on the Balboa Park 4 or 5 times
and they are confident they can build a two -story building
with the funds allotted. The $138,000 will provide a
community building and develop a park site. This also
will include architect's fees.
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Recreation
Parks
Friends of
Oasis
City Council
Actions
COMMISSIONERS
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VII. SPECIAL, URGENT OR LAST - MINUTE ITEMS:
Art Show
Commissioner Cole discussed the matter of the Art Show
to be held in May. 'He requested that there be a sec-
tion established for the art work of the handicapped
population. He suggested inviting works from Fairview
Hospital patients and other handicapped facilities in
this area.
Chairperson V nburn remarked upon the success of the
retirement party held for Helen Orr, Secretary -on
January 4th.
ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 9:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
MAGGIE BALDWIN, Secretary
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DATE: January 30, 1980
TO: PARKS, BEACHES AND RECREATION COMMISSION
FROM: Parks, Beaches and Recreation Director
SUBJECT: SMALL BOAT LAUNCHING
The Small Boat Launching Committee chaired by Commissioner Gary Lovell, after
significant investigation and study presented a committee report (attached) to
the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission at their meeting of November 6,
1979. 1 '
This report resulted in an action of the Commission to recommend to the City
Council that the public swimming beach at 18th and Bay be altered to provide
a small boat launching area. This recommendation would provide•a smaller pro-
tected swimming area and utilize the 18th street area for boat access.
Prior to sending this recommendation to the City Council, anticipating that the
Council would desire comments from City staff on possible affects, this Depart-
ment solicited reactions from the Police Department, the Traffic Engineer and
the Marine Department. Reports regarding the recommendation are attached to
this communication from two departments. And, Mr. Dave Harshbarger, Di.rector
of the Marine Department,'will be in attendance at our meeting of February 5,
1980, to provide input and answer any questions you might have.
Additionally, the Commission asked that the chairperson communicate with the
Newport Harbor American Legion Post No. 291 and the Balboa Peninsula Point Asso-
ciation regarding the expanded public use of city property leased to these
groups. They have responded, by letter, to the report as outlined by the com-
mittee. Their letters are also attached to this communication. And, it is anti-
cipated that both groups will be represented at our meeting.
Finally, if changes are to be implemented for additional hand launching of boats,
it is necessary to finalize recommendations for Council consideration soon. For
this reason, the entire report is scheduled for action at your meeting of 2/5/80.
RW:mb ONALD W. WHITLEY
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GARY B. LOVELL
1201 DOVE STREET, SUITE 600
NEWPORT BEACH, CALIFORNIA 92660
(714) 752.8516 • FROM L.A. (213) 936 -2288
November 6, 1979
MEMO R A N D U M
TO: P B E R COMMISSION
FROM: SMALL BOAT LAUNCHING SUBCOMMITTEE
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RE: COMMITTEE REPORT -
After several meetings and substantial individualized investigation, the
Small Boat Launching Subcommittee has defined its goals and has narrowed
down its selection of sites. Initial definitions adopted to guide the
committee are as follows:
. 1. Small Boat -- a non - motorized boat up to 201 in length and
weighing less than 500 pounds.
2. Launching costs -- anywhere from "free" up to a $50 annual
charge.
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3. Launching facilities --
a. Concrete or metal trailer ramp leading into bay
b. Mechanical or hydraulic lift mechanism into bay.
c. Hand 'launching areas (i:e., stree,t ends, etc.)
The committee originally selected some 10 potential launching sites, and
a committee member was assigned to investigate each such site based upon
the following outline:
1. Location
2. Type of launching facility currently available or recommended
3. Parking availability
4. Cost. -- either present or recommended
5• Restroom availability
6. Other facilities in vicinity (i.e., groceries, fuel, bait 6 tackle,
maintenance and repairs, etc.)
• 7. Ownership of site (including any lease arrangements)
8. Other restrictions (i.e., boat size limit, membership requirements,
etc.)
9. Recommendation
After weighing the recommendations of reporting committee members, some
of the sites were deleted as either being impractical or already being
utilized to their maximum potential use. Other sites were "deferred"
from consideration of immediate usage due to legal, construction or other
problems. Though complete reports on each site are - attached to this
report, a summary of sites and recommendations is as follows:
SITE SELECTION SUMMARY
SUBCOMMITTEE
LOCATION RECOMMENDATION REASONS
1. "N" STREET b BAY Defer Site currently leased by City to
BPPA and public use will require
negotiations with Homeowners
Association
2• '7th STREET E BAY Delete Site too narrow and too costly
(N H Yacht Club) for installation of boat launching
facility.
3. 15th STREET E BAY Okay Recommend continuation of current
use.
•4. 16th STREET 6 BAY Defer Site currently leased by City to
(Amer. Legion) -American Legion, and will require
• negotiation for public usage.
5• 18th STREET & BAY' Okay New design prepared by Committee
to accomodate both swimmers and
boat launchers.
6. 28th STREET E BAY Delete Private owner bars public launching;
long wait list.
7. Under ARCHES BRIDGE Defer City /County owned parcel, but would
require negotiations with parking
lot owner for access.
8, OC /UCI SAILING CENTER Delete Presently utilized to maximum capacity
for highest and best use.
9• NEW COAST'HWY BRIDGE Defer Ownership of these potential future
launching sites is awaiting legal
determination
10. BACK BAY LAUNCH AREAS Defer Good launching facilities for non-
sailing vessels; but new bridge
clearance only 21'
Recommendations for potential additional sites will be gratefully received
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Respectfully submitted,
SMALL LAUNC I NG BCO TTEE
Enclosures By RY LOVELI
10/25/79
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1. Location:
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"N" Street and Bay (between "M" and Granada). Location has approxi-
mately 225' of open beach, of which some 120' is public, including a public
pier in the middle. The 105' private strip includes an open beach at the
eastern end, a concrete launching ramp, and a rectangular mooring float ad-
joining the public pier. The entire private portion is fenced and posted,
with a combination lock securing gates to the launching ramp.
2. Type of Facility:
'There is a fully improved concrete launching ramp, approximately 12'
wide, for use by boats up to 16' in length (according to sign), and enclosed
by fence and locked gate.
3. Parking Availability:
Street only; approximately one mile to Main Street parking lot in Balboa.
4. Cost:
As noted below, it is recommended that both a "summer" and "all year"
fee be assessed to those non - members wishing to use this facility, to help
defray its earlier development costs and present upkeep.
5. Restroom Availability:.
One mile to Balboa Pier or fun zone facilities.
6. Other Facilities:
A1'1 shopping facilities available at Main - Street, Balboa, one mile
distant.
7. Ownership of Site:
City of Newport Beach, owner and lessor -- Balboa Peninsula Point
Association, lessee. Year to year lease -- renewable on August 8th
each year. Lease covers 11,790 sq.ft., including 118.97' of water
frontage and 83.67 of street frontage. Rental: Lessee to erect and
maintain improvements $0. Improvements revert to City on termination
of lease. Insurance: lessee must provide $5,000,000 liability insurance.
8. Other Restrictions:
a. Current rules allow boats only up to 16' in length.at $20 /yr.mininur charge.
b. Membership in BPPA currently required, at $10 /year dues.
c. Bylaws of BPPA currently apply to location.
9. Recommendation:
It is recommended that City Council authorize a committee to negotiate
with BPPA for both "summer" and "annual' permits for non - residents to utilize
this launching site, with.the fee for each of these permits calculated to
compensate BPPA for improvements, maintenance, and insurance costs.
Reporting Subcommittee Member: Gary B. Lovell
10/25/79
tf SMALL BOAT LAUNCHING
SIT_F #7:
is 1. Location:
City /County /State owned property underneath Arches Bridge, near south-
east corner of Coast Highway and Newport Boulevard; only present access is via
bicycle path or through Jolly Roger driveway and parking lot.
2. Type of Launching Facility Recommended:
Either hydraulic lift mechanism or concrete ramp.
3. Parking Availability:
Jolly Roger parking lot may be available during winter months, but
during summer is overtaxed by Jolly Roger, adjoining office building, and
yacht brokerage. Closest year -round parking would be beneath Hoag Hospital,
at northwest corner of Coast Highway and Newport Boulevard. Foot access to
site is possible. Another possibility would be City Hall'weekend parking
(for a fee).
4. Cost: ,
Cost of constructing a launching ramp is estimated at $25,000; cost
of hydraulic lift mechanism approximately $10,000. Either facility would
require an individual in attendance and liability coverage.
5. Restroom Availability:
City Hall is• available during weekday business hours; otherwise
West Newport Park facilities approximately half mile distant.
6. Other Facilities:
All shopping facilities are available in Lido Village Mall.
7. Ownership of Site:
Original ownership in State, through tidelands trust; trusteeship
assigned to City and thereafter leased to Orange County from 4/1/58 through
6/30/2008 (50 -year lease). Parking lot area is Teased by City /County to (name unknown)
Jolly Roger corporation,for the same 50 -year period.
8. Other Restrictions:
None.
9. Recommendation:
This site does not appear feasible for immediate usage. However,
it is recommended that City Council direct the subcommittee to contact the
lessee of the parking lot to ascertain the possiblity of usage for ingress
and egress for boats and trailers. It is further recommended that,more
precise cost figures be obtained for either type of launching facility --
i.e., ramp or hydraulic lift.
Reporting Subcommittee Member.OAhY B.`LOVE�L
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LOCATION & DESCRIPTIOId OF LAUNCHING FACILITY
The 18th Street launching area is currently a 15 foot wide
opening in the curb located at the Bayside end of 18th Street and
P�;y Avenue. The opening consists of a 6 foot paved rain ^:Y!ich
ends in the Marin$ Park Beach and allows small boat 0%,., erS access
to the Bay. This is done by trailering the boat onto the ramp and
then to hand carry or slide the boat across the beach to the water's
edge; thib distance averages about 70 feet, depending upon the tide.
PARKING
Metered parking is available orlon- Bay Al;enue directl;,:
in froYit of the beach, in lots adjacent to 19th Street and Balboa
Boulevard, and along Balboa Boulevard. Other nearby parking is
readily available along side streets and at the Newport Prier parking
areas, No parking specifically for boat trailers, this being double
length spaces, is provided. Trailers must be parked •,.ithin available
rnarlced parking spaces.
RESTROOM AVAILABILITY AND OTHLR'FACILITIES IN VICINITY
Public restrooms are located on the Marine Park Beach at
19th Street and Bay Avenue. Grocery stores and restaurant facilities
are also within close walking distance.
COST
Use of t
charges for trailer
run 21.4¢ per $ hour
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he launching
and car are
per space.
area is free of charge. Parking rreter
the only costs involved here, t--rhich
The launching area is on Newport Beach City property and
is designated for public use.
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Restrictions which currently affect small boat launching
at the 18th Street area are: 1) Trailers are prohibited on the beach.
2) Cars and trWheel'drive vehicles are prohibited on the beach.
The restriction trhich prevents use of 18th Street for small boat
launching is that it has been designated as a protected swimming area.
In July 1979, the beach was closed for the summer months'until Sept-
ember 15 to small boat launching. The Marine Department exercised
it's option to close the beach to boat launching citing concern for
potential city liability problems in the event of an accident.
As a protected wwimming area, the increasing heavy use of 18th
Street for small boat launching had caused safety hazards, according
to the Marine Department officials, with boats passing through protected
swimming areas.
As the situation exists, the 18th Street launching area will again
be closed during the summer months when more`people,ake using the
area for recreation. This will virtually exclude small boat owners
from using the Newport Beach Harbor and ocean areas during the
summer months.
0 Rk1COMMENDATIONS
The 18th Street launching area is the most widely used
launching area by trailerable sail boat owners and their families
because it allows for access to the ocean, contains necessary
restroom and other facilities and ample parking ((depending
on-the time of day and season . It also consists of a relatively
large beach that can accomodate families, and friends for
picnics, swimming and ether recreational beach activities while
bo,;)ting. The boats using 18th Street are small and can usually
only accomodate 2 -4 people at a time,and the beach area provides
an ideal "home base' for families.
A relatively simple solution which would provide for the
safe use of the 18th Street area and Marine Park Beach by both
small boat owners and swimmers would be to merely change the
boundaries of the swimming area to provide a safe launching and
boat use area. (See attached illustration.)
As shown by the illustration, by eliminating the portion
of the swimming area to the east of the launching area -the
problem of boats passing through the protected swimming area is
also eliminated. This would still provide more than ample area
for swimmers and at the same time accomodate the legitimate
need of the small boat owners to launch in the Newport Beach area.
The need is especially crucial for the launching of small trailerable
sail boats such as catamarans. The 18th Street launching area
is currently one of the only areas in Newport Beach that also
allows access to the ocean. Other areas, such as the Back Bay,
r:hich is excellent for motorized boats, for instance, are blocked
by bridges that will not accomodate the sail and mast heights
of these trailerable bail.boats.
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A cloariy visible sign could be posted to inform users
Of the 18th Street launching area of regulations and restrictions
and reduce or eliminate abuses of the boat launching privileges.
The 18th Street launching area could easily be self - policed,
provided its users :sere made aware of any re ulations and
restrictions.
The fact that regulations are not currently posted, i.e.
no boating through swimming area, no driving on beach, etc.
is to a great part responsible for the events which led, to
the elimination of launching this past summer.
The creation of a trailer parking area on the beach or
near the launching area would provide an excellent service for
small boat owners using the area and help to reduce parking
congestion in the vicinity.
A paved ramp on the beach allowing for trailers to be
,.,,,heeled down to the water's edge would also simplify small
boat launching by eliminating the need to carry or slide the
boat across the beach. The status quo, however, is adequate.
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i!nnll. Boat Launchi.n3. Facilities -
e2L."y�I !iLLS AQunri.c Park
I:oaL launching fee: $4.00-per day .
Prir•,.i.nv avni.li.able; for approx. 600 cars; with 100 spaces available in the
boat l:iunchi.ng arena.
Facilities include a small 3roeery store; and b,:throoms for day users.
haunch facility is open to the public 24 -hours per day, 365 days per year.
There is no beach area for parking small boats. They-only very small
boat -, such as sabbotte, on the beach.
Charge for day use by non -boat. launching people is $ .75- adults
.25- children
This area is not adequate for sailboats. The launch area is sheltered
from the wind= sailboats are blocked from the harbor by the bridge,;
and-the backbay area is not really•good for sailboats due to the
depth of the shores, and the narrowness of the bay.
DeAnza Marina - corner of Bayside and Pacific Coast Highway
Sam Nigral, mgr., lessee of Irvine Company, property owners.
Boat Launchin,* facility - paved ramp, fee of $4.50 per boat.
Parking was for 120 units, now is 0•due to bridge construction.
No gas available, food concession taken out due to Midge construction.
Up untill a couple of months ago, this was probably one of the best
small boat launching (not sail, however) areas in Xewport. However,
the facility has been effectively put out of business because of 'the
bridge construction. The lessee says that no one can tell him if there
will be anything left after the new bridge has been built.
The bridge is to be approxximately three ti.m,
one. The area where the current bridge hits
side of the bay is to be for future parking.
bridge is constructed with cement bulkheads,
will be removed to install a cement ramp.
Reuben E. Lee area:
This area, which is adjacent to the old, and
the site of a floating, restaurant.
ss the width of the present
land on the Corona del Liar
As the area around the
it is unlikely that they
new bridges, is currently
The area is constructed of cement bulkheads, and the launching would
have to be done with a hoist. Parking would be a problem due to the
business at the restaurant, and the possible conflicting use times,
particularly in the early evenings, add Sunday brunch times.
'Anothcr problem with this area is the wl.nd conditions. '.ehon the tifte
is Into tho bacle b:iy, it can create 8-W-1. 'ft currents due to the
suction, or funrn l efloct c..:rlsed by iaatri- novi.n into n large resavoi.r
throu -I•i t smaller onenin;;. In addition, there i.s little i -Axid in this
urea clu^ to the- Cliffs off of Dover. Shores and tho blocka3a' created
• by thr• Rc ubon E. Lin and the Condos in Bayshores.
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iii i'I L!IC:::la'.•'': h�i'7..1rCI C"1:i �rob1 ^i ^.s in oettine, In a ?'tit OUt Of any lL ?l!' ?Ch
ait:a w1do -11 may be built- at this point.
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CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
December 7, 1979
TO: PETE GROSS, CHIEF OF POLICE
DAVE HARSHBARGER, MARINE DIRECTOR
RICH EDMONSTON, TRAFFIC ENGINEER
FROM: Parks, Beaches and Recreation Director
SUBJECT: SMALL -BOAT LAUNCHING AT 18th ST. AND BAY
The Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission recently established a
committee to study the small -boat launching situation in this community.
A copy of the committee's report is attached for your information.
Specifically, the Commission has decided that the recommendation concern-
ing boat launching at 18th St. and 'Bay, page 5, be forwarded to the City
Council for implementation. Prior to forwarding to the Council, your
input regarding the proposal is desirable. It is hoped that a response
can be obtained by 12 -26 -79 so that the possibility of including the
• recommendation on the Council agenda of 1 -7 -80 can be accommodated.
And, if there are any questions or clarification needed, please feel
free to give me a call.
RW:h
cc: Robert L. Wynn
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. CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH'
POLICE DEPARTMENT
January 2, 1980
TO: Ronald A. Whitley,'P.B.& R. Director
FROM: I Chief of Police
SUBJECT: SMALL BOAT LAUNCHING AT 18th STREET AND BAY
This is in response to your memo requesting comments on the proposal
to expand small boat launching at 18th Street and the bay.
While this is one of the few small beaches with a lifeguard on duty and
available for family use, our primary concern with this proposal is the
parking situation. In our view, there is insufficient parking space
available for this area to be used for boat launching.
There are no double length parking spaces available, which forces the
• boat owner to detach his trailer and park it in a metered space or
park it unlawfully in a red zone. Many boat owners remove their
trailer license plates when unloading, the boat which creates problems
in enforcing parking regulations. Because we cannot issue a citation
to a vehicle without evidence of registration, we must store the
vehicle or .ignore the violation. Most boat owners know this. A further
problem is that many boat owners chain their trailers to their vehicles
or a parking meter. As our parking control officers are not equipped
with bolt cutters, this practice compounds the enforcement problem.
There is no set -up or get -ready area for the boaters, which results
in tow vehicles and trailers being parked in red zones and sometimes
in the roadway, while the owner prepares the boat for launching.
This creates serious driving hazards for other motorists in an area
with heavy pedestrian traffic, including many children.
It is our experience that this area cannot be, "easily self - policed,"
as proposed by Mr. Johnson. The boaters have not demonstrated a
willingness to do this in the past.
Some of the proposals violate Section 17.16.020 of the Newport Beach
Municipal Code. That section specifically prohitits the use of trailers
for boat launching at this site. This section also provides that,
"only hand - carried vessels," may be launched. To term some of the
catamarans, that require five or six people to unload them from a trailer
• and drag them across the beach, as "hand - launched," may be stretching
is
Ronald A. Whitley
Samll Boat Launching
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the intent of this legislation somewhat.
I cannot think of a location that is ideal for small boat launching,
but 15th Street and Bay Avenue is a better choi,ce in our view. That
area provides as much or more parking. The beach is small and seldom
used by bathers, which minimizes the pedestrian - vehicle conflict. The
roadway is wide, which provides for greater vehicular safety and
visability.
Charles R. Gross
Chief of Police
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• POST OFFICE BOX 826 • BALBOA, CALIFORNIA 92661
January 15, 19£0
Ms. Joan Winburn, Chairperson
Parks, Beaches and Recreation Department
City of Newport Beach
3300 Newport Blvd.
Newport Beach, California 92663
Dear Ms, Winburns
This letter is in response to your letter dated December 13, 1979'to
the Balboa Peninsula Point Association (B.P.P.A.,) regarding "public"
use of the Association's boat launching ramp. What you propose is
termination of the lease agreement between the B.P.P.A, and the City
of Newport Beach for the bayfront property easterly of "N" Street.
This property has been leased by the B.P.P.A, for thirty years. The
B.P,P.A. is of the opinion that for numerous reasons the property is
• uniquely unsuited for "public" use.
The following items cover all aspects of the proposed "public" uses
HISTORYs
- The original lease with the B.P.P,A, was signed on
November 28, 1949 for twenty years and extended on a
",yearly basis, indefinitely" on August 8, 1969.
- The B.P,P.A. represents approximately 850 residences
on the Peninsula Point from Main Street in Balboa and
extending easterly to the Jetty.
- About half of the residents are currently members of
the B,P.P.A. with fifty ramp users.
- The B.P.P.A. has invested about $300000, (replacement
cost) in capital improvements to the property.
- The B.P.P.A, has been a good tenant with no liability
to the City and superb facility maintenance.
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PROBLEMS WITH PUBLIC USE:
- Security. Unauthorized use of the ramp has been a major
problem. It is secured by a combination lock. The
combination is changed annually, or oftener as required,
as the combination tends to become common knowledge. To
prevent unauthorized use for some years, the B.P.P.A.
has employed an attendant to check and verify members'
use of the ramp. This has been very successful. Obviously,
"public" use would require a full time, year -round atten-
dant to control use of the ramp.
Boat & Trailer Storage. The storage area can accommodate
4 to 5 boat trailers, obviously inadequate for "public"
use but quite adequate for B.P.P.A. use. Street parking
of trailers is prohibited with complete cooperation of
B.P.P.A. members. Overnight storage is strictly prohibited
and violator's boats are routinely impounded by the Harbor
Department.
- Parking. While your "plan does not, seek to address the
always difficult summer parking problem." it will surely
make the parking situation untenable. In particular,
"Public" ramp use will undoubtedly cause severe parking
problems year round in the immediate residential area.
• REQUIRED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS FOR "PUBLIC" USE:
- The winch will have to be replaced at an estimated cost of
$5,000. The current winch is rated for "light" duty at
2,000 lb. maximum weight of trailer and boat.
- The dock is due for complete replacement due to excessive
annual maintenance at an estimated cost of $5,000.
- The two inboard pilings have reached the end of their use-
ful life (8 years) and will require replacement very soon
at an estimated cost of $4,000,,
- For "public" use the ramp requires complete replacement at
an estimated cost of $10,000.
- The ramp electrical system requires an upgrade for "public"
use at an estimated cost of $2,000.
- The beach bulkhead is hazardous for "public" use and there-
fore, requires complete replacement for an estimated cost
of $300,000.
- Total capital improvements to make the facility suitable
is for "public" use are estimated to be $326,000.
1� Winburn - P.B. & R.
• OPERATING EXPENSES:
- To maintain adequate security
(7 days per week.) attendant is
of $20,000, per year.
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for "public" use, a full -time
required at an estimated cost
- Maintenance of the facility, including winch repair, cable
replacement, dock repair, painting, and general maintenance
will cost an estimated $5,000. It is all done free by the
B.P.P.A. members now.
- Since the swimming area will be "public ", an additional life-
guard will be required at an estimated cost of $6,000. per
year.
- Management of the facility, including members' records, per-
sonnel administration, maintenance requirements, etc., will
cost for "public" use an estimated $6,000. per year. This
function currently is done at no expense by the B.P.P.A.
Ramp Chairman.
- Total estimated annual o erating expenses for "public" use
of the "N" Street Beach /Ramp Facility are $37,000.
We can appreciate your attempt to locate and develop additional
• boating facilities for the residents of Newport Beach. However,
we feel that with further study, it will become very apparent that
this location in a residential area is totally unsuited for "public"
use. It is already fully utilized to its capacity by members of the
B.P.P.A. "Public" use of this ramp will aggravate an already im-
possible summer traffic situation with movement of many cars with
boat trailers.
For your information a copy of the B.P.P.A. Ramp Rules is attached.
Sincerely,
William Wren
President
Balboa Peninsula Point Association
1118 E. Balboa Blvd.
Balboa, California 92661
xc: Councilman Donald
Mrs. Gary Lovell,
Mr. William Gurr,
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A. Strauss
Advanced Planning Dept.
Ramp Chairman
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B.P.P.A. RAMP RULES
'those rules are for your benefit and protection. Your compliance will result in
of only consideration to other members, but the continued availibility of this
Valuable facility.
1. In order to qualify for Ramp membership, you must be a property owner, or
renter, and a B.P.P.A. member, ,plus, pay fees based on size of boat.
2. Ramp membership and use is limited to the B.P.P.A. member and the immediate
family. It is not available to friend's or guest's boats under any circumstances.
3. Payment for Ramp membership can be anytime during the year and is not prorated.
The fiscal year runs from June 1 to May 31.
4. The Ramp combination is changed in June each year and may be changed oftener,
at which time you will be notified.
5. The lock combination is 11SECF= " and should not be disclosed to other than an
immediate family member.
6. Maximum weight of trailer and boat combined is 2000 lbs. Exceeding this weight
will burn out the winch.
7. Do not park trailers on the street. It irritates the neighbors.
8. Do not leave trailers overnight in storage area. The area is very limited.
•9. Do not leave boats tied to dock longer than 20 minutes as dock space, is extremely
l imi.ted.
10. Do not leave boats overnight tied to the dock under any circumstances or they
will be presumed stolen and will be towed away by the Harbor Department.
11. Lock winch and gate after each use. This is vitally necessary to protect the
winch and also to prevent unauthorized use of the Ramp.
12. Your Ramp Attendant this year is I {ellae Blessing. She is there each Sunday
and I3olidays to clean the area, check for paid Ramp members and to assist you
in launching and retrieving your boat. Your cooperation with her will be
appreciated.
13. Notify the Ramp Chairman regarding any equipment failures.
14. Special circumstances may dictate deviations from these rules. These must be
coordinated and approved in advance by the Ramp Chairman.
15. Please Lake care of the facility as if it were yours. It is, and you pay the bills.
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8/15/79
Bill Gurr
Ramp Chairman (1974 -1950)
673 -3603
Newport Harbor
Amerieau Legion Post No. 291
215 15th Street
Newport Beach, California
673.5070
January 3, 1980
City of Newport Beach
Parks, Beach and Recreation, Dept.
3300 Newport Blvd.
Newport Beach, CA 92663
Attention: Joan Winburn,
Chairperson, P. B. & R. Commission
Dear Commissioner:
• Subject: Your letter of December 13, 1979 addressed to The American
Legion.
The American Legion does not have a launching ramp.
We do have a 55 boat public marina.
We do have 51 boat dry storage spaces that are rented to the public on
a monthly fee basis.
At the present time, we are at capacity in the marina and dry storage
area and we do have a lengthy list of applicants waiting for marina or
dry storage spots.
Yours truly,
Donald Donaldson
President, Board of Directors
American Legio Post No. 291, Inc.
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CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
PARKS, BEACHES AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
PROPOSED BUDGET
FISCAL YEAR 1980 -81
7500 - Administrative Account
Approved 1979 -80 $140,705
Proposed- 1980 -81 $109,660
(Decrease due to locating Recreation Clerk in the'7600 (Recreation) Account)
7600,- Tax Supported Recreation..Account
Approved 1979 -80 $ 70,395
Proposed 1980 -81 $116,795
(Increase due to placing Recreation Clerk from 7500 and Capital
Outlay requests of $20,400.
7700 - Pa"ks and Parkway Maintenance
Approved 1979 -80 $813,630
Proposed 1980 -81 $848,455
(Increase due to additional personnel request for two tree trimmers)
7800 - Recreation - Self Supporting
Approved 1979 -80 $258,408
Proposed 1980 -81 $271,085
7900 - Senior Citizen
Approved-1979 -80 $50,060
Proposed 1980 -81 $89,810
(Increase due to additional.personnel request for a maintenance man
.and $21,000 for Capital Outlay for the new multi- purpose building).
2/5/80
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CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
RECREACTION DIVISION
• PROGRESS REPORT: JANUARY, 1980
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SENIOR CITIZENS
The Center experienced a short period of semi- chaos, as Secreatry Barbara Durkee
was hospitalized unexpectedly at the same time that Supervisor Judy O'Shaughnessy
was in the hospital for eye surgery. The volunteers at the Center carried on
their duties, however, and service was not disrupted. Barbara came back to work
January 21 and Judy returned January 30.
The Friends of Oasis have applied for two federal grants through the County of
Orange. One is a transportation grant and the second is for rennovation.
SPECIAL CLASSES,
The winter session began January 7; simultaneously, the rain began to fall,
causing cancellation of outdoor classes such as tennis, golf, and sailing.
Weather permitting, make -up lessons will be scheduled.
Even though winter is traditionally a slow time, special activity registration
for 1980 thusfar shows an increase over last winter. Tennis revenues are approxi-
mately the same.
The first "Sing -A -Long was held January 13 and drew almost sixty people.
YOUTH AND ADULT SPORTS
Adult softball is attempting to complete the season; however, the weather is not
cooperating. Adult basketball should finish by early February at latest. Youth
basketball games began January 12. Several divisions had to be cancelled due to
lack of participation.
The Cross - Country Meet held January 5 at Eastbluff Park was quite successful.
Forty children registered for the event. All who ran January 5 advanced to the
Orange County meet; of these, nine youngsters were eligible to participate in the
SCMAF meet in San Diego.
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CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
RECREACTION DIVISION
PROGRESS REPORT: JANUARY, -1980 •
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SPECIAL PROGRAMS
The sale of advertising has been progressing quite satisfactorily. To date,
$3,100 in advertising has been sold. First copy will, appear in the spring brochure.
The new curtain has been installed at the Theatre Arts Center and in enhances the
facility a great deal. Mirrors have also been installed in Room #3 downstairs
which will make the area much nicer for dance and exercise classes.
Attachment: Schedule for Special Recognition Awards.
ROYLEEN WHITE
Recreation Supertntend'ent
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• PARKS DIVISION
ACTIVITY REPORT: JANUARY, 1980
Irvine Avenue Plant ice plant on four islands
L�ib�rar� Install jute netting on slope to correct
San Clemente Dr. erosion problem
City Hall Re- landscaped area by Parks, Beaches and Recreation Office
W.,Newport Fertilized shrubs on P E right -of -way
Built 7 park benches and replaced 2
Painted Parks, Beaches and Recreation Offices during
rainy days
Tree Crew Activity Report
Trees Trimmed:
664
Trees Planted:
6
Trees Removed:
7
Number of Work Requests:
14
Areas Being Trimmed:
Buffalo Hills
Westcliff
Palms in Corona del Mar