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CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
PARKS, BEACHES & RECREATION COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING HELD TUESDAY, APRIL 5, 1983
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
7:00 P.M.
I. PROCEDURAL MATTERS
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of Minutes - Meeting of Tuesday, March 1, 1983
4. Adoption of Agenda
II. 'PUBLI'C HEARING
5. Marinapark Study - Alternative Uses
III. DISCUSSION ITEMS
6. Cliff Drive Park Update (Report Attached)
7. Dedicated Tree Request (Letter Attached)
IV. INFORMATION REPORTS
8'. Recreation Division (Report Attached)
9. Park and Street Tree Division (Report Attached)
V. SPECIAL, URGENT OR LAST MINUTE ITEMS
VI. ADJOURNMENT
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
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arks, Beaches & Recreation Commission
March 1, 1'983
City Council Chambers 7 p.m. INDEX
Ex- Officio member present: Ronald A. Whitley, Director
Staff presentf. Jeffrey C. Kolin, Rec. Supt.
Jack Brooks, Park Supt.
Bob Lenard, Advance Planning Dir.
Pat Temple, Senior Planner
Dottie Flohr, Secretary
I. PROCEDURAL MATTERS
Item #1
The meeting of the Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commis-
Call to Order
sion was called to order at 7:07 P.M.
Item #2
Roll. call was taken. Ammerman, Capretz, Cohen, Cole,
Roll Call
Hopkins, Morin and Stuart were present.
Item #3
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Motion was made by Cohen and seconded by Ammerman to
Approval of
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approve the minutes of the February 1, 1983 meeting.
Minutes
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Item #4
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The agenda was adopted as presented.
Adoption of
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Agenda
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II. ACTION ITEMS
Item #5 - Special Recognition Awards - Boys Basketball
Special
Recognition
Chairman Stuart gave the Pledge of Allegiance preceding
Awards
the Special Recognition Awards for Youth Basketball.
He explained the qualities upon which this award is
based and the - purpose of encouraging continuous ,partici -.
pation by youngsters in the City Recreation Program.
Ammerman then presented the awards as Jeff Kolin took
pictures of each boy which will subsequently be mailed
to them.
Item #6 - General Plan Amendment 81 -2
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Plan Amend -
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Hopkins, distributed and summarized his report on the
ment 81 -2
General Plan Amendment 81x2 for the Fifth Avenue Parcels.
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He said the committee met with staff, The Irvine
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Company, interested residents., and representatives from
OASIS. Pat Temple explained that-if the recommenda-
tions are approved by the Commissioners, they would be
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City Council Chambers 7 p.m. INDEX
Item #7 - Body Surfing Area Between 40th and 44th
Body
Streets
Surfing
Area
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Ron Whitley addressed the Commission and gave a brief
review of the 1978 City Council Resolution which
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designated the area between 40th and 44th Streets for
body surfing only. The City Council asked that after
an evaluation period, a recommendation be reported back
to them. Since there was no public discussion nor
questions; Capretz motioned this area be designated
for body surfing only. Ammerman seconded. Unanimous.
III. DISCUSSION ITEMS
Item #8 - Marinapark Study
Marinapark
Study
'Ron Whitley expressed his appreciation for the work d'on
by the Marinapark Committee in compiling the Preliminar
Marinapark Study- Alternate Uses document. He asked for
any corrections, additions or deletions to the report
and, if none, to approve the report with the intent of
mailing it to interested homeowner associations.
Capretz, Chairman of the Committee, thanked staff for
their input to the report. He also emphasized the fact
that in the report they have not made a concerted effort
to involve the Marinapark tenants; hence,. the report
is directed exclusively to the best alternative uses
from a park 'and recreation standpoint.
Discussion followed and Morin recommended a cover lette
be attached to the report stating that our concern is
with the alternate uses only, and not the matter of
relocation of the tenants. Ron Whitley will write a
cover letter for Capretz' signature and, due to cost,
only one report will be sent to each homeowner associa-
tion. Mention will be made in the cover letter as to
how to receive additional copies.
Ron Whitley will also ask the Planning Department to
summarize existing legislation regarding relocating
tenants, etc., and this information will be forwarded
to the Commissioners.
The Marinapark Study- A1•ternate Uses will be a public
discussion item at the April 5 meeting and an action
item on the May 3 agenda.
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City Council Chambers 7 p.m. INDEX
sent to the Planning Commission for their consideration
at their March 10 meeting.
Stuart then opened the meeting for public discussion.
Mr. Dick Nichols, President of the Corona del Mar
Civic Association, addressed the Commission and read
a memo dated November 2, 1982 from the Planning
Commission to the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commis-
sion regarding the park and open space study. His
primary concerns were centered on a usable active park
on Site A and that there are no active park sites in
Corona del Mar. He also suggested locating an elderly
housing site adjacent to OASIS.'
Mr. Grant Howald, 243 Heliotrope, addressed the Commis-
sion. He stated that the Friends of OASIS, Inc. are
still working with The Lrvine Company to negotiate a
larger site for the future expansion of OASIS.
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Mr. Bernard Maniscalco-of The Irvine Company addressed
the Commission and expressed The Irvine Company's
concerns and recommendations concerning each of the
parcels. Mr. Brad Olson of The Irvine Company also
addressed the Commission. He stated that the area
south of Cameo Shores to Laguna Beach will be a state
park with land available for public recreation.
Discussion by the Commission followed the close of
public discussion. Ron Whitley reported that we are
working with the Planning Department to do an overall
review of the Open Space and Recreation,element and
that a Request for Proposal-'wil -1 be circulated shortly.
Stuart indicated his concerns regarding the limited '
resources and the fact that there is not enough current
data upon which to base a decision. However, due to
time constraints, the Commission must make a decision.
It should be noted that this is not a final decision,
as this will come back to the Commission at the time
the Tentative Map is filed.
Ammerman motioned the recommendation of the subcommitte
be adopted in its entirety. Cohen seconded. Motion
carried.
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IV. INFORMATION REPORTS
Item #9 - Recreation Division
Jeff Kolin explained the registration procedures and
reported that Spring Registration commences March 4.
Jeff also mentioned that the "Pride of Baltimore" had
a good arrival. Volunteers are needed on March 26 for
the All City /Rotary Club Track Meet at Harbor High
School.
Item #10 - Park and Street Tree Division
Jack Brooks reported we lost ten trees during the
storm and that our tree trimming policy has been a
huge help in keeping our losses down.
Item #11 - City Council Actions on Parks, Beaches and
ecr- eation atters
Ron Whitley reported that the City Council approved the
Bike and'Foot Race Policy as recommended by.the
Commission. Since a few races by outside groups have
already been scheduled, there will be a phasing in
period which will be accomplished by July, 1983.
V. - SPECIAL, URGENT OR LAST MINUTE ITEMS
Stuart reported that the subcommittee working on the
utilization of the Riverside Scout House met with
representatives of the community. Brian Jeannette's
report was read by Stuart regarding his review of the
site. Recommendations for alternate storage sites, for
the Friends of the Theatre Arts Center should be
received,by staff before the next Commission meeting
on April 5. After a site has been selected for
storage, the subcommittee will make recommendations for
various uses of the Scout House. We will not, however,
take any action until we have heard from the home-
owners association.
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Ammerman regretfully submitted his resignation due to
h1s move back East. Both Stuart and Ron Whitley ex-
pressed their appreciation for the outstanding job he
has done and how-much he will be missed.
VI. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the Parks, Beaches and
Recreation Commission adjourned at 9:32 p.m.
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Item 6
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
Parks, Beaches & Recreation Department
DATE: April 5, 1983
TO:: Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission
FROM: Parks, Beaches & Recreation Director
SUBJECT: Cliff Drive Park Update
Attached are reports that will bring the Commission up to date on
the progress made concerning the refurbishment of Cliff Drive Park.
At the Commission meeting of April 5, 1983, we will discuss these
and other factors necessary to complete the task.
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STATUS REPORT ON TIIE CLIFF PART{ CLUB IIOUSE
I have inspected the structure and have had sub - contractors
also review the building relative to aesthetic upgrade and
correct building code problems.
Generally, the building, in my opinion, is structurally sound.
The following is a list of items which I feel are necessary in
order to bring the building up to a usable state:
STRUCTURAL SYSTEM
No corrective work necessary,
ROOF
Repair area over bathrooms.
(Roof sheathing exposed)
WINDOWS
Repair all broken windows
Replace with double strength
Replace with tempered glass
PLUMBING
Replace all faucets
(water pressure is low due to
mineral buildup in galvanized
pipe)
Toilets and lays are marginal
LEAX @ CLOSET
Mastic sill plate at storage
closet - was originally a
patio slab
DRAINAGE
PLASTER
PAINTING
LANDSCAPE
GENERAL CLEANUP
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Divert water from rear hillside
to the street away from the
building.
Skim coat cement plaster in
bathroom walls
Repaint interior and exterior
Maintenance required
Park cleanup and removal of
theater costumes and props
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$525.
$250.
$ 75.
$200.
$300.
$900.
TOTAL: $2,350.00
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
. Parks, Beaches & Recreation Department
DATE: March 28, 1983
TO: Parks, Beaches & Recreation Director
FROM: Park Superintendent
SUBJECT: Cliff Drive Park Improvement
For the improvement of Cliff Drive Park, I am recommending three
se crate projects: (1) Landscaping of area by the Scout House;
(2� Extension of turf area along Cliff Drive; and (3) Removal
of part of the existing plant material on the slope and replace-
ment with native plant material.
The area around the Scout House should be graded; a retaining
wall installed along the sidewalk; the ice plant removed and
turf planted; and an irrigation system installed. This area
should be done with our Park Facility Improvement Fund.
The second and third recommendations should be done similar to
the method used to improve Jamboree Road Traffic Island. This
• would be an on- going maintenance project that would take a
couple of years to complete, and would be funded out of our
Maintenance Account and possibly through donations from the
community.
The turf areas would require removal of existing plant material
such as ice plant, filling in with soil as it is available,
revamping or new installation of an irrigation system and planting
of a turf grass.
The slope-- area would require repair of slopes, removal of view
blocking plant material and old, declining plant material, and
the installation of native plant materials such as Ceanothus,
Heteromeles Arbuifolia, Rhus, Schinus Molle and many others that
would be drought tolerant.
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DATE: March 29, 1.983
TO: Ron Whitley, Parks, Beaches & Recreation Director
FROM: Recreation Superintendent
SUBJECT: Alternate Storage Site for Friends of the Newport
Theatre Arts Center
Dick Brady, President of the Friends, will be meeting with me tomorrow
to examine the storage area which is available to them at the Las Arenas
Community Building located at 1714 W. Balboa Blvd., Newport Beach.
The area is of similar, but slightly smaller, size than that being used
at the Riverside Drive Scout House for storage of theater costumes;.,
props and scenery.
The Balboa Power Squadron represented by Don Lake will vacate the two
rooms at the Las Arenas Community Building if the Friends indicate that
they are satisfactory for their storage needs. New locks would be
installed to provide security for the storage areas which would be the
. only additional expense to the Department.
If both parties agree to the move, it should be completed by the end of
April. Repairs could then be made to the Scout House prior to summer.
I should have an answer from both groups by the end of the week.
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Item 7
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
Parks, Beaches & Recreation Department
DATE: April 5, 1983
TO: Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission
FROM: Parks, Beaches & Recreation Director
SUBJECT: Request for Dedicated Tree
As directed by the Commission, the request of the Spiritual Assembly
of the Baha'is to plant and dedicate a tree was clarifed to them by
the attached letter. Their response has been received and is
attached for your information.
As the request indicates, they desire to have the tree planted at
OASIS. I have communicated with the President of the Friends of OASIS
to obtain their approval and input.
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To: Park Commision
City of Newport Beach
3390 Newport Boulevard
Newport Beach, California 92662
Bear Sirs;
The Baha'i Community of Newport Beach is interested in
donating a tree to the City of Newport Beach in memory
of their fellow Baha'i,s who have been martyred in Iran.
As you may be aware, in the last year almost 209 Baha'is
have been executed, with numerous others imprisoned for
their religious beliefs.
Me, the Baha'is of Newport Beach, along with all Baha'is
around the world, share their grief, and praise their
constant faith and courage.
In rememberance of this we would like to plant a tree in
our city. Please inform us of the procedure.
Thank you for your time.
Sincerely,
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Majdeb Oandat
Assembly Member
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CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
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February 2, 1983
Mr. Mojdeh Vandat
Spiritual Assembly
P.O. Box 7145
Newport Beach, CA.
Dear Mr. Vandat:
of the Baha'is
92662
The Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission has reviewed
your request to plant a tree on City property. By
Commission policy you must specify type of tree desired,
exact location and wording•on plaque, if there is to be
one.. In addition, all costs must be incurred by the
person or group requesting the tree dedication.
If this information can be provide d
will be able to make a decision on
• next meeting of March 1, 1983. If
please feel free to give me a call.
Cordially,
Ronald A. Whitley
Director
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Mr. Ronald A. Nhitley
City of Newport Beach
Parks, Beaches and Recreation Department
P.O. Box 1763
Newport Beach, CA 92663 -3334
Dear Mr, Nhitley=
Thank you for your Setter of February 2, 1933 in regards
to planting a tree on City property.
The tree we would suggest for this purpose is an
Evergreen Pear or Olive Tree or if there is a type of
tree the City would prefer, we will be happy to plant
. that type. me are thinkig of planting it at Oasis
Senior Citizens Center in Corona Bel Mar. The
inscription on the plaque would read=
"Dedicated to Religious Freedon in the Morld in Honor of
the Baha'i Martyrs in Iran"
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
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Miss Mo,jdeh Vandat
Assembly Member
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RECREATION DIVISION
MARCH, 1983 PROGRESS REPORT
Adult and Youth Sports
Item 8
March was an extremely busy month for our youth and adult sports programs. Both
youth and adult basketball programs wrapped up their league play and began their
Orange County Tournaments. Two of our youth basketball teams won their division
and will continue on to the Southern California Tournament.
The rain stopped long enough for the water to be pumped off the Harbor High School
track. After a little sun and a lot of dragging, the track was ready for the
City meet. The Newport - Balboa Rotary Club provided lots of volunteers and the
track meet was enjoyed by everyone. The top finishers in each event will be
competing in the Orange County Championships on April 16 for boys and April 23
for girls at Los Alamitos.
Spring basketball leagues will-be starting the week of March 29. Twenty -two
teams have signed up for the three leagues. Registration for summer softball
will begin on April 11. Be sure and sign up early to guarantee a spot.
Senior Citizens
Elections for new Board members and officers were recently completed at OASIS.
Grant Howald was re- elected as President of the Friends. Congratulations, Grant!
Mark Fulmor was voted in as First Vice President and Bud Desenberg as Second
• Vice President. An orientation and goal setting session was conducted on March 19
at OASIS. Old and new Board members met with City staff members and discussed
the past, present and future of OASIS Center and its programs. Several new ideas
emerged and the training was helpful to all who attended.
Aquatic Programs
Preparations for summer aquatic programs are already underway. Interviews and
testing for summer sailing and aquatic positions will take place during.Easter
break. Both oral and- practical tests will be used to help identify the top
candidates. Training will take place in, June with the summer program beginning
June 20, 1983.
We are still hoping for the hot and sunny spring weather to hit, which should
help regis.tration.for spring aquatic programs. Registration is up compared to
winter, but has not done quite as well because of the rainy weather.
Special Events
Our final Mammoth Ski Trip finally made it to the slopes and everyone enjoyed the
skiing on the over 214 inches of snow. The first two trips this year suffered
from closed roads and low registration, but this trip had a full bus load. Two
or three trips will be planned for next year, but probably later in the year
such as February, March and April.
• A special Easter Egg Hunt is scheduled for April 2 at Eastbluff Park. The
Eastbluff Village Merchants Association is co- sponsoring the event this year.
A special magic show has been added to the day to help entertain the kids while
the Easter Bunny makes his appearance.
Interviews for summer day camp staff are also being conducted. So far the quality
of applicants has been very good. This will be the second year for Camp Newport
Beach which had a successful debut last year. Children 6 to 12 are eligible to attend.
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Special Activity Classes
• Registration for spring classes has been very heavy. So far $35,419 has been
received compared with a total of $42,308 for last spring. Second session
five week classes will begin registration about the end of April and should
surpass the total for last year.
Planning for summer programs is currently underway. The deadline for brochure
copy is April 8 with the finished summer brochure,.coming out in the beginning
of May. As usual; the office staff is beginning to feel the on= coming spring
.and summer rush -- our busiest time of year.
Upcoming Events
Easter Egg Hunt Eastbluff Park April 2 9:30 A.M.
Softball Registration PB &R Office April 11 8:00 A.M.
Mime Show OASIS M.P._ Room April 16 _10:30 A.M.
Basketball Registration PB &R Office April 18 8:00 A.M.
City Arts Festival Fashion Island May T4 & 1-5'12:Noon - 5 P.M.
Olympic Torch 10K Fashion Island May 22 8:00 A:M.
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PARK AND STREET TREE DIVISION
MARCH, 1983 PROGRESS REPORT
During the month of March, during and between the rains, the Park
Division employees performed the following tasks:
1. Finished landscaping the police station parking lot.
2. Installed a drainage system for the shuffleboard courts
at the Oasis Center.
3. Installed a mower strip along a slope at Westcliff and Dover.
4. Placed sandbags in various park areas where we were experiencing,
erosion problems during the storms.
5. Assisted General Services in filling sandbags.
6. Cleaned up debris from the storms at Peninsula Park, Corona del
Mar State Beach, Riverside Drive and Spyglass Hills Reservoir Park.
7. Removed the sprinkler heads and three backstops at Buffalo Hills Park.
Our Tree Crew performed the following durtAg the month of March:
1. Trimmed 644 trees.
2. Removed 9 trees.
3. Completed 2 Work Requests.
4. Performed emergency calls during the storm. (We lost only 7 trees.)
5. Assisted General Services with the filling of sandbags.
With the exception-of a few trees that we were not able to trim due to
cars being parked under them, we have finished trimming the Peninsula
and will be working on Balboa Island, 38th Street Park and Newport Heights.
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