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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04/03/1984 - PB&R CommissionMotion Seconded Ayes Motion Seconded Ayes Motion Seconded Ayes Mo_,� Seconded Ayes ,:2 Item No. 3 CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH n Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission N yG April 3, 1984 Z �'y y��?a City Council Chambers 7 p.m. INDEX Ex- Officio Member Present: Ronald A. Whitley, Director Staff Present: Tom Line, Recreation Supt. Jack Brooks, Park & Street Tree Superintendent Dottie Flohr, Secretary I. PROCEDURAL MATTERS Item #1 The meeting of the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commi- ssion was called to order at 7:10 P.M. Item #2 Roll call was taken. Commissioners Capretz, Cohen, Hopkins, King, Springer and Stuart were present. Commissioner de Boom was absent. Item #3 x King motioned the minutes of the March 6, 1984 meeting x be approved subject to amendment on Page 3, Item #5, x x x x Proposed-Modification of Beach Closure Times, to include that King requested the motion be split into two motions which was denied by Chairman Hopkins; and that Page 8, Item #9(a), Dedicated Tree Proposal, be corrected to show that Richard Demmer, not Gail Demmer, made the request. Cohen seconded. Unanimous. x Item #4 x x x x x The agenda was adopted as presented. .:i Item #5 x x Ron Whitley introduced Nancy Beard, new Recreation x x x x Supervisor, to the Commission and noted how delighted we are to have her and look forward to working with her. Nancy gave a brief background of herself and said she is pleased to be working for the City of Newport Beach. II. ACTION ITEMS x Item #6 - Theatre Arts Center Marquee x Ix Ix x x Ron Whitley reviewed the history and controversy con- cerning the Marquee at the Theatre Arts Center. He pointed out that this item has been carried over from CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH P Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission �G Page 2 '2 City Council Chambers 7 p.m. INDEX the March 6, 1984 meeting for a Commission decision. Mr. Whitley also explained the four alternatives propose by staff. Following questions by the Commission, Chair- man Hopkins opened the meeting to public testimony. Mr. and Mrs. Winston, 2500 Cliff Drive, addressed the Commission. They referred to Mrs. Winston's letter dated February 13, 1984 wherein she expressed their problems with the Marquee light. In addition, they noted that these problems were brought to the attention of the City in June, 1981 in the form of a petition from the residents of Newport Heights. Mr. and Mrs. Winston said they felt the sign is obnoxious, the neighbors don't like it, and it violates their privacy due to the tremendous amount of light cast into their home. They also commented that the sign is too large and serves no positive function. They mentioned the traffic and safety hazards and urged that the sign be removed and that a better Marquee be constructed, I ) possibly using spot lights that won't shine in the homes. Springer suggested the homeowners and the Theatre Arts group meet to determine a solution acceptable to all concerned and that the homeowners pay for a new sign if one is constructed. Mr. James Slack, Director at Large of the Theatre Arts Center, addressed the Commission. He felt the Marquee was needed because it advertises the current productions and makes it easier for people to locate the Theatre. He stated he also felt the sign is moderately.lighted and definitely not offensive. He added he was also present to answer any questions the Commission might have. Following the close of public testimony, various types of monuments were discussed. Capretz suggested that since the options are many and varied that an Ad Hoc Committee be appointed consisting of a representative from the Commission, a member from the Theatre Arts group, and'the homeowners association. King stated he did not agree with the public testimony in that he feels the sign is visible and not.a safety hazard. He is not opposed to the Marquee "but advised i the lights on the John Wayne Sculpture be adjusted to see if this would help alleviate the lighting problem. 3 CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH arks, Beaches & Recreation Commission Page 3 City Council Chambers 7 p.m. INDEX Capretz moved that the Commission appoint an Ad Hoc Committee composed of a Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commissioner, namely Springer, community members and a member of the Theatre Arts Center group to discuss the problem and make a recommendation to the Commission. Springer seconded. Following discussion, Capretz amended his motion to continue this item until the Ad Hoc Committee is selected Springer seconded. Unanimous. Cohen reported the Theatre Arts Center Board will meet on April 4 and she will ask that a representative for the Ad Hoc Committee be appointed at that time. It was decided that Springer will serve as Chair and Mr. Winston and Tom Line will.also serve on the committee. loved x Item #7 - Dedicated Trees Dedicated .ecr_ -led x Trees 1 et_ ! x x x x Ron Whitley reviewed staff's three recommendations con- cerning criteria to be met for all dedicated tree request in public parks. He stated the Commission must review every request for a dedicated tree and that there are two such requests before them now, namely, the Demmer request and the,Mesa- Harbor request. Questions and discussion followed concerning the wording in the first criteria, i.e., "significant contribution," and the question of whether there should be a plaque at all. Mr. Whitley pointed out that dedicated trees have plaques and donated trees'do not and are also not documented. King motioned the Commission accept the 3 recommendations of staff. Springer seconded. Unanimous. Applicants for dedicated tree requests will be made aware of the new policy. Mr. Whitley will communicate the new criteria to Mr. and Mrs. Demmer to determine if Adolph Demmer meets them and advise them they can also have a private ceremony with roo plaque. Mr. Whitley will also ask the Mesa- Harbor Club for more information to t determine if they meet the criteria. CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH N Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission 2 Page 4 City Council Chambers 7 p.m. INDEX Motion Seconded x x Item #8 - North Star Beach Request From IMUA Canoe Club North Star Beach Ayes x .x x x Ron Whitley gave a brief review of the IMUA Canoe Club's Request request to use North Star Beach and noted that this item From IMUA is again before the Commission inasmuch as the Dover Canoe Clut Shores Homeowners Association has since reviewed the issue and will be present to provide additional input. Mr. Whitley distributed a recent communication from the Canoe Club concerning an alternate site which is propert belonging to the State of California Fish and-Game, and which site has the approval of the Dover Shores Home- owners Association. He also distributed a plot plan showing the two proposed sites. Chairman Hopkins then opened the meeting to public testimony. Mr. Pete Drummond, President of Dover Shores Homeowners Association, addressed the Commission. He provided two site maps showing the proposed locations to be used by the Canoe Club. He stated the homeowners ( ) do not object to these sites provided the club members are reasonable.as to its use. The use of North Star Beach was discussed with the idea that Dennis Campbell, Coach of the Club, would 'have a set of keys to the lock chain. Mr. Ed Benson of the Dover Shores Homeowners Association addressed the Commission. He suggested the IMUA Canoe Club might want to work with the new aquatics center. He also added that there are restrooms at the ,portable North 'Star Beach area. He said the homeowners do not object to thi's location as long as the canoe members display good behavior. Dennis Campbell, Coach of the IMUA Canoe Club, addressed the Commission. He mentioned that the proposed site access under the brdige, located at the end of Polaris Street, is owned by The Irvine Company. The other area is controlled by Fish and Game and he will contact them shou.l,d the need arise. If they can use North Star Beach, he would have the only key to the chain lock and they would control and police themselves. He mentioned there are 50 members belonging to the club and they all arrive and leave at one time. He also assured the Commission that they would not abuse the privilege of using any site. ( J Upon close of public testimony, Ron Whitl,e y pointed out that should the Commission make a recommendation authorizing storage of the boats overnight, it would go on the City Council agenda for their meeting on April 23. He also added that since the County handles the mainten- ance, we should notify them as a matter of courtesy. CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH P Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission . 2 G Page 5 a City Council Chambers 7 p.m. INDEX Following a brief discussion, Capretz motioned the IMUA Canoe Club be allowed to use North Star Beach as long as they comply with the security and safety measures which are set forth for the general public. He also commended the Dover Shores Homeowners Association for taking such a positive and understanding attitude in working with the Canoe Club. Cohen seconded. Unanimous: Staff will present the recommendation to the City Council. lotion x Item #9 - Commission.Reco nition Program Commission econded x Recognitic oyes x x Ron Whitley suggested that Eric Tweit, Head Track Coach Program at Harbor High School•, be added to the two names listed for Commission recognition at the next regularly scheduled meeting on May 1. Mr. Tweit has put in a considerable amount of time.and effort working with our Track and Field Clinic. King motioned the Commission accept staff's recommendations as presented. Stuart ( seconded. Unanimous. II. DISCUSSION ITEMS I_t_em #lA - Street Tree Spray in Program Street Ron Whitley reviewed the City'.s Street Tree Spraying Tree Spray ing Progre Program which is monitored by the State of California. He reported that many calls are received, particularly from the Corona del Mar area, concerning our spraying and that it might,be hazardous. Mr. Whitley mentioned that the report included in the agenda packet is for informational purposes only so that the Commission is aware of the City's program. Jack Brooks reported that there is considerable research going on, however, due to costly regulations,.there are not many new chemicals coming on the market. He also reported that we are replacing City trees with a species that doesn't get pests, the result of which is that we are already doing less spraying. IV. INFORMATION REPORTS Item #11 - Park and Street Tree Division Park and Street Tre ( Jack Brooks reported that he expects 1000 trees will be Division trimmed during the month of April. At this rate, about 12,000 trees should be trimmed during the year. CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH P Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission N 2 G Page 6 City Council Chambers 7 p.m. INDEX Item #12 - Recreation Division Recreatioi Tom Line reported that the Lido 14 spring program has Division been a huge success. He also stated that 3 programs will be scheduled during the summer at the recently refurbished Scout House. V. SPECIAL, URGENT OR LAST MINUTE ITEMS Ron Whitley announced that the City Council's Marinapark Marinapar4 Ad Hoc Committee, consisting of Mayor Hart, Commissioner Cox and Commissioner Strauss, have met twice and they have scheduled another meeting for Thursday, May 3, at 7:30 A.M. in the City Council Conference Room. They have requested the Commission's Marinapark Subcommittee attend concerning the recommendations made in the Marina- park Study- Alternate Uses.Report as to the future of the area. :Capretz, as Chair, will attend and Tom Hyans, who served on the committee, will be invited to attend. King indicated he would like to attend also. Ron Whitley.distributed a registered letter dated Eastbluff March 30 from the Newport -Mesa Unified School District and Lincol concerning the leasing of Eastbluff Elementary School Schools and Lincoln Intermediate School. He pointed out the City has 60 days in which to respond, dur -ing which time no other prospects are contacted. Mr. Whitley is pre- paring a report concerning the use of facilities, what our anticipated lease might be, and /or recommendations as,to other alternatives. He will schedule this for the City Council's Study Session on May 14 at 2:00 P.M. An Ad Hoc Committee was formed consisting of Cohen as Chair, Springer and Hopkins to study the issue. Motion x Ron Whitley reported that the City Council agreed in Facilities Seconded x concept concerning the use of public facilities on a Ayes x x x commercial basis, however, Council felt it would be more Nay x appropriate to adopt the fee schedule at the time they change the policy. After approval by the Commission, the entire package consisting of facilities used by religious, political, and commercial groups plus the fee schedule for commercial groups will be transmitted to Council. CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH N Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission Page 7 City Council Chambers 7 p.m. INDEX Tom Line reported that the fee schedule as presented is compatible with other areas although some are much higher. He stated that the fees are still revenue making and are reviewed annually. Stuart moved to accept staff's recommendations as written. Springer seconded. King noted he was voting against the motion 'due to the fact that all costs are not covered. Motion carried. VI. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission adjourned at 9:10 P.M. Dottie F o r, Secretary s