HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-05-1984 - AgendaCITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
PARKS, BEACHES AND RECREATION COMMISSION
• REGULAR MEETING TO BE HELD TUESDAY, JUNE 5, 1984
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
7:00 P.M.
AGENDA
I. PROCEDURAL MATTERS
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of Minutes - Meeting of May 1, 1984 1101 CLYOuIIX61e
4. Adoption of Agenda
II. ACTION ITEMS
5. Proposed Fee Schedule for Use of Recreation
Facilities (Report attached)
III. DISCUSSION ITEMS
6. Beach Committee (Commi- ssioner Capretz)
7. Theatre Arts Center Marquee (Report attached)
IV. INFORMATION REPORTS
8. Park and Street Tree Division (Report attached)
9. Recreation Division (Report attached)
V. SPECIAL, URGENT OR,LAST MINUTE ITEMS
VI. ADJOURNMENT
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Item No. 5
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
Parks, Beaches and Recreation Department
DATE: June 5, 1984
TO:. Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission,
FROM: Parks, Beaches and Recreation Director
SUBJECT: Proposed Fee Schedule for Recreation Facilities
The revised and corrected proposed fee schedule for the use of public facilities
is provided for the Commission's review and recommendation.
In addition, variance to policy has been approved, upon request, by the City
Council for the following groups:
Facility
Carroll Beek
Carroll Beek
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Las Arenas
Las Arenas
Mariners
Mariners
r�
LJ
Group
B.I. Improvement Assoc.
Alcoholics Anonymous
Alcoholics Anonymous
Balboa Power Squadron
Overeaters Anonymous
Overeaters Anonymous
Day & Times
of Use
7:30 pm - 10 pm
lst Tues. of mo.
7:30 pm - 11 pm
Mondays
7:30 pm - 10 pm
Tuesdays
Monthly Lease
except Sundays
and Tuesdays
8:00 pm - 10 pm
Tuesdays
8:00 pm - 10 pm
Fridays
Present Fee
& Yr. Estab.
$10 /mtg.
1981
$1'0 /mtg .
1981.
$20 /mo.
1981
$125 /mo.
1982
$10 /mtg.
1980
$10 /mtg.
1980
The staff would like to discuss these fees with the Commission for possible
revision.
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EFFECTIVE
JANUARY 1, 1983
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CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
PARKS,
BEACHES
AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
3300 Newport
Boulevard, Newport Beach, CA. 92663
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CURRENT FEE SCHEDULE
'
Set -U
'Non- Profit Group P ivate
Fee
Resident Non- Resident Resident Non - Resident
MEETING ROOMS,
(1st 2 hours
/additional hour;
2 hour minimum)
C.Y.C.
$20
$15/8
$22/11
$30114
$47/20
Carroll Beek
20
15/8
22/11
30/14
47/20
Mariners Multi- Purpose
20
15/8
22/11
30/14
47/20
Theater Arts Center
20
15/8
22/11
30/14
47/20
OASIS Center
20
15/8
22111
30/14
47/20
City Council Chambers
n/C
15/8
22/11
30/14
47/20
AUDITORIUMS
OASIS Multi- Purpose
$40
$60125
$70/35
$80 /40
$100/45
TAC Theater
40
30/12
35/15
40/17
50/22
SWIMMING POOLS
Harbor High School
50 meter
$30/15
$40/20
$50/25
$60 /30
25 meter
20/10
30/15
40120
50/25
Corona del Mar H.S.
20/10
30/15
40/20
50/25
TENNIS COURTS
!
Mariners*
$11/7
$13/8
$17/9
$22/11
C.Y.C.
11/7
13/8
17/9
22/11
Las Arenas*
11/7
13/8
17/9
22/11
San Joaquin Hills
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11/7
13/8
17/9
22/11
West Newport
11/7
13/8
17/9
22/11
Harbor High School
11/7
13/8
17/9
22/11
Corona del Mar H.S.
11/7
13/8
17/9
22/11
*$10 for first 2 hours,
$5 for
each additional
hour in addition
to rental fee
per court
for night lighted tennis
courts
BALL FIELDS
C.Y.C.
w/o lights
$15
$12/5
$15/7
$15/7
$20/9
W/ lights
15
20/8
25/11
25/11
30/14
Lincoln
W/o lights
15
12/5
15/7
15/7
20/9
w/ lights
15
20/8
25/11
25/11
30/14
Mariners
15
12/5
15/7
15/7
20/9
Eastbluff
15
1215
15/7
15/7
20/9
Buffalo Hills
15
12/5
15/7
15/7
20/9
Peninsula Park
15
12/5
15/7
15/7
20/9
6 Ensign
15
12/5
15/7
15/7
20/9
PICNIC AREAS /PARKS
$10
$15
$17.50
$20
(Weddings, Birthdays,
(Extra
charges will
be made for special
services.)
etc.)
GYMNASIUMS
(1st
3 hours /additio
al hours)
Harbor High School
$22/9
$25/10
$35/11
$45/13
Corona del Mar H.S.
22/9
25/10
35/11
45/13
Ensign
•
22/9
II
25/10
I
35/11
45/13
Lincoln
22/9
25/10
35/11
45/13
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EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 1984
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
PARKS, BEACHES AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
• 3300 Newport Boulevard, Newport Beach, CA 92663
CURRENT FEE SCHEDULE
SET -UP NON-PROFIT GROUP
FEE RESIDENT NON- RESIDENT
PRIVATE
RESIDENT NON- RESIDENT'
MEETING ROOMS
$30
(1st 2 hours
/.additional hour;$
2.hour minimum)
$30
Theatre Arts Center
$20.
1$15/8
$25/13
30/15-
$50/20
Carroll Beek
20
15/8
25/13
30/15
50/20
Mariners Multi- Purpose
20
15/8
25/13
30/15
50/20
OASIS Center Class Room,
20-
15/8
25/13
30/15
50/20
City Council Chambers
n/C
15/8
25/13
30/15
50/20
Community Youth Center
20
15/8
25/13
30/15
50/20
AUDITORIUMS
OASIS Multi- Purpose
$50.
$60/25
$70/35
$80/40
$100/50
TAC Theatre
50
30/12
35/17.50
40/20
50/25
SWIMMING POOLS
Plus Staff- (:Lifeguard)
Harbor High School
50 meter
N/A
$30/15
$40/20
OUTSIDE GROUPS
25 meter
20/10
30/15
INQUIRE AT
SCHOOL DISTRICT'
Corona del Mar H.S.
20/10
30/15
TENNIS COURTS
Mariners*
N/A
$11/7
$13/8
$17/9
$22/11
C.Y.C.
11/7
13/8
17/9
22/11
Las Arenas*
11/7
13/8
17/9
22/11
San Joaquin Hills
11/7
13/8
17/9
22/11
West Newport
11/7
13/8
17/9
22/11
Harbor High School
11/7
13/8
17/9
22/11
Corona del Mar H.S.
11/7
13/8
17/9
22/11
*Night lighted tennis courts
BALL FIELDS
C.Y.C.
w/o lights
N/A
$12/6
$15/7.50
$16/8
$20/10
w/ lights
20/10
25/13
30/15
30/17.50
Mariners
12/6
15/7.50
16/8
20/10
Eastbluff
12/6
15/7.50
16/8
20/10
Buffalo Hills
12/6 ,
15/7.50
16/8
20/10
Peninsula Park
12/6
15/7.50
16/8
20/10
-PT,&k�IC AREAS /PARKS
N/A
(N dings, , Birthdays,
$15/7
$20/9
$22/10
$25/12
etc.)
(•
xtra charges
will be made for special
serv,i
es)
GYMNASIUMS
(1st
3 hours /additional
hours)
Harbor High..Schoo1
N/A
$22/9
$25/10
OUTSIDE GROUPS
-•-kNQJIREAT -• ---
Corona del Mar H.S.
22/9
25/10
SCHOOL'DISTRICT
Ensign
22/9
25/10
Lincoln
22/9
25/10
• Meeting Rooms
COMMERCIAL RATES
Set -Up Fee
lst 2 hours /Additional Hour
C.Y.C.
$30
$70
$35
Carroll Beek
$30
$70
$35
Mariners Multi- purpose.Room
$30
$70
$35
Theatre Arts Center -
$30
$70
$35
OASIS Center (Classrooms)
$30
$70
$35
OASIS Mutli- purpose Room -
$50
$150
$75
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June 5, 1984
TO: Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission
FROM: James T. Capretz -Beach Study Committee Chairman
The Committee Consisted Of:
Mr. Capretz, Mr. J. Michael Ray, Mrs. Carol Martin, and
Commissioner Diana Springer.
History and Minutes of Committee:
...} A. This Committee was formed in October of 1983 as a result
of inquiries of Commissioner Capretz and others about the role of
the PBR Commission in monitoring and preserving one of the most
important assets in the recreational portfolio of the City of
Newport Beach, that is, its beaches. After reviewing the formal
role of the PBR and its responsibilities pursuant to city charter
and related documentation, the Committee elected to meet with the
various agencies within the city that dealt with the beaches and
study their relationship to each other. The agencies and the
• individuals responsible for them include the Marine Department
under David Harshbarger; Ben Knowland, Department of Public Works
and Wade Beyeler, General Services director.
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B. The Committee first met with Dave Harshbarger in the
Marine Department. After meeting with each of the agencies and
their various responsibilities for the beaches it is clear that
the Marine Department has principal responsibility for most beach
related activity, including the responsibility for marine safety
and the tidelands administration. The Department is divided into
a marine safety division and tidelands operations division. In
his presentation, Mr. Harshbarger gave a very descriptive expla-
nation of the three agencies and their various responsibilities
as well as the details of the workings of the operations of his
two divisions. Mr. Harshbarge.r made the following observations:
(1) that his department would not mind periodically reporting to
the Parks, Beaches, and Recreation Commission; (2) that although
there is no strict line of division between the various agencies'
responsibilities and although various problems do periodically
surface as to which agency bears the responsibility, should any
conflict arise, the city manager's office would be responsible
for resolving a problem since the City Manager is in charge of
directing the various agencies. Mr. Harshbarger did indicate
that there was a very good working relationship between the
various agency heads and if, for example, the Marine Department
noticed certain maintenance work needed, a call to the General
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Services Administration would usually insure completion of the
task. The specific problem of the diminishing beach at Little
Corona as well as the rocky surface of the current beach was
brought to Mr. Harshbarger's attention for his comment.
Mr. Hashbarger apparently has been involved with the city of
Newport Beach for a period of years and was well aware of the
eroding beach as well as the swath that cuts across the beaches
as a result of heavy drainage of water from Buck Gully. While
Mr. Harshbarger indicated he did not know the solution, he indi-
cated that an engineering question was involved and perhaps a
study should be undertaken, and money should be allocated for a
study of the Little Corona situation. Mr. Harshbarger would sup-
port a review of that particular beach area. Mr. Harshbarger did
provide a very informed description of the effect of the waves
and storms on the various beaches of Newport Beach. He used a
large map in his headquarters which was very descriptive to
outline the beaches available and the effect of the storm waves
on the beach areas. It was concluded that Mr. Harshbarger is
very knowledgeable about beach erosion and the cause of same and
also very aware of the impact of the various storms and seasons
on this most valuable asset. A history was related by
Mr. Harshbarger of the West Newport erosion problem and how that
situation was corrected. Mr. Harshbarger also discussed the
lifeguard responsibilities including the number of guards used
and the part -time or seasonal system that is used for providing
• back up during busy times. He further gave a detailed presen-
tation on the meaning of the tidelands administration which
includes the management of harbor activities and property. He
further discussed the Marine Department's activities in rela-
tionship to maintaining the various piers.
C. The Committee next met with Ben Knowland, head of the
Public Works Department. In addition to committee members,
Mr. Harshbarger also attended this meeting. The Committee
explained to Mr. Knowland its role was to discuss the role of the
Department of Public Works in the preservation and maintenance of
the beaches of the city of Newport Beach; to discuss problem
areas such as the Little Corona beach erosion and to discuss the
role of the three agencies. Mr. Harshbarger informed us that
informal meetings were typically conducted among the three agency
heads or between any two which may be involved in any given
problem areas. In certain instances, more than one agency would
be used to resolve the problem. Typically,, it was a smooth
working relationship although isolated problems sometimes occur.
One particular instance was recited by Dave Harshbarger about a
report of a floating dock in the bay whereby there was some con-
fusion as to the proper authority to respond. One of the ideas
that came from the discussion of these issues was the possibility
of having the PBR Commission and /or staff act as a forum for any
citizen request for action concerning the beaches or for the
resolution of any problems concerning the beaches. It was at
• this meeting that it was reinforced that the Marine Department
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• might periodically report to the Commission on beach activities
and that it would be appropriate for the Commission to request
the City Council to direct the Marine Department to report on the
beaches as a recreation area. Further discussion was held with
Mr. Knowland and others including how capital improvement
requests were made through the City Council; through various
departments in the city; through citizen action groups such as
the homeowners associations, etc. A discussion followed as to
how the resources are allocated that are available for capital
improvement projects. The highest priority being given to pro-
jects which resolve those things which are a hazard to life and
property. It was reported that approximately ninety percent of
the beach capital project requirements are made through the
Marine Department including those items that require a spe-
cialized study or report. The next item discussed at this
meeting was a discussion of the Little Corona beach situation.
Mr. Knowland acknowledged the beach erosion and other problems
stemming from (among other things) the increased drainage that is
flowing through Buck Gully as a result of improvements in the
area and nearby areas that drain through the canyon. It was
suggested by Mr. Knowland that the one remedy he knows would be
the installation of a drainage pipe that would empty some
distance off shore. He estimated that such costs, however, may
run as high as $1.0 million and this would probably make such an
improvement prohibitive. It was also mentioned that the
• installation of a groin much as those that were installed in
West Newport may stablize the beach area but that too would be a
very expensive project. Mr. Knowland also mentioned that he
believes any future housing or other projects would probably add
to the erosion of the beach as a result of the increased drainage
through the canyon.
D. The Committee then met with Wade Beyeler, head of the
General Services Adminitration, Mr. Beyeler discussed in detail
the beach cleaning details that he uses, the beach cleaning per-
sonnel, and equipment that he uses for the year round maintenance
of our beaches. The details discussed including the starting
times and the amount of times per week the beaches are cleaned
(including variances for heavy summer traffic). Mr. Beyeler
discussed the aging condition of his various items of equipment
as well as his organizational structure. A beach foreman is
responsible for getting certain areas clean when returning to
report to his operational foreman. Mr. Beyler mentioned that
certain beach maintenance remedial jobs are of such magnitude
that a contractor need be hired to get the job completed, par-
ticularly where special equipment is needed or the size dictates
it. Mr. Beyeler mentioned how he has a small budget for any out-
side contract work that needs to be done and that if a more
substanitive project need be undertaken, he will typically meet
with Public Works and Public Works will hire the outside contrac-
tor to complete the job. Mr. Beyeler also mentioned the pick up
• and servicing of the various bins of beach trash. In reference
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• to the Little Corona beach, Mr. Beyeler mentioned that due to the
steep and narrow roadway leading to the beach, he can only get
certain small equipment in for the cleaning. One of the recom-
mendations made at that particular meeting, was that there needs
to be a procedure established for the organization and periodical
clean up of the Little 'Corona Beach area. Mr. Beyeler also
suggested that there is a satisfactory level of cooperation bet-
ween the various agencies and despite their various limited
budgets, they were able-to do an adequate job. In addressing the
general problem of erosion and drainage that exists with the
Little Corona Beach, Mr. Beyeler indicated that he too was aware
of the situation at that beach. He would suggest that an eva-
luation be made of the controversial dam that had been
constructed some years prior to see if it is doing the job
intended or whether or not it should be removed. He further felt
some channelization work needed to be done upstream which would
channel the water in a direct and clear method. One of the ways
of clearing this channel would be to talk with the Fish and Game
Department about clearing out the current dense growth area.
Although it was not directly said, one of the messages from this
meeting was that if funds were budgeted for extra clean up and
the moving of sand for Little Corona that would provide some
relief •of the problems although that would not provide a long
term remedy or solution to the problem. Mr. Beyeler also indi-
cated that a further study of the Buck Gully and the problem
would be desirable but that he recognized getting the funds for
the study may be a difficulty. He suggested that the General
Fund may be available for such a study. He then suggested that
one examine the question as to whether or not the Little Corona
Beach area was in the tidelands area and if so., it may be that
tidelands oil revenue would be available to pay for whatever stu-
dies and /or work is necessary to remedy the problem. Mr. Beyeler
closed his remarks by indicating that he may need an additional
beach cleaner with equipment in the near future if he is going to
be able to continue to perform his job satisfactorily. The
meeting with Mr Beyeler concluded the Committee's interviews.
The Committee then met on two separate occasions to discuss their
findings and to formulate a response to the PB &R Commission. The
observation is made that each of the agency heads was cooperative
and informative and that there did seem to exist a good working
relationship between the respective agencies.
THE FOLLOWING RECOMMENDATIONS ARE MADE BY THE COMMITTEE
AS A RESULT OF ITS STUDY.
1. That the policy regulations of the PB &R be reviewed
and appropriately modified to include a clear and more decisive
explanation of the responsibility and functions of the PB &R
Commission for the City maintained beaches.
2. That the PB &R Commission assume an active role
40 as beach "watch dog" and monitor the use and maintenance of these
most valuable resources.
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• 3. That the Commission request the City Council to
direct the Marine Department, the Department of Public Works,
and the General Services Administration to orally report no less
than quarterly on their activities and on the condition and usage
of this resource; it is further suggested that at the first pres-
entation each department briefly explain their duties and liabi-
lities to the Commission. Also consider reports from the Police
on public safety issues.
4. That a public comments section be added to the
agenda of each PB &R Commission meeting whereby the public is
allowed to comment on matters effecting our beaches. The time of
each speaker is to be limited to three minutes per person.
5. That the Beach Committee be dissolved and the PB &R
Commission take full responsibililty for the "watch dog" services
that we are recommending be a part of our responsibily;
6. That the Commission report to the City Council at
the time it makes a request for quarterly reports, that the
informal relationship existing between the various departments
and agencies which impact our beaches is currently working but
that a review and evaluation should be made of the organizational
structure for maintaining a long -term liaison between the various
agencies as well as establishing a formal procedure for resolving
• any problems which may occur as the City grows and the respective
agency heads changes, to ensure that the beaches which are main-
tained by the City are maintained at the highest possible level.
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7. That the particular problems that exist with that
beach, known as Little Corona, be studied by a qualified engi-
neering firm or an outside resource and that the funds for such
a study be initially solicited from the General Fund or from
tidelines funds. Little Corona Beach is a popular, state owned
and city maintained beach that has diminished in size due to ero-
sion apparently caused by the long -term actions of the sea as
well as by certain increased drainage that has flowed down the
canyon and which may be partially caused by a certain dam
construction whereby the beach meets Buck Gully. The problems
are not only beach erosion but also concern the type of sand pre-
sent as well as a rock bottom that has developed off shore. At a
minimum, it is recommended that the City Council consider that an
environmental impact report be deemed necessary before any
further building of any type is allowed which property would
drain into Buck Gully.
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Item No. 7
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
Parks, Beaches and Recreation Department
DATE: May 17, 1984
TO: Parks, Beaches and Recreation Director
FROM: Recreation Superintendent
SUBJECT: TAC Marquee
On Tuesday, May 15, 1984, I met with Commissioner Springer, Mr. and Mrs.
Winston, and Jim Slack for the purpose of coming to an agreement where
a new Theatre Arts sign should be located. An accord was reached by the
City, Winstons and Theatre representative as to the placement of a new
Theatre sign that would be used for advertising Theatre performances.
The sign will be placed on the grass area directly in front of the existing
sign, but it will not face towards the east or the Winston's home. A
double faced sign pointing towards the north and south in order to accommodate
traffic on Riverside Drive will be designed and constructed.
The effect to other homes should be minimal and the group agreed that the sign
should be artistic in nature and within the design concept of the Theatre
itself.
• I've contacted several sign companies for the purpose of determining a cost for
the sign. The costs were between $2,000 and $2,500.with installation. Mr.
Winston mentioned that'he could easily cut the cost of the sign in half if we
went with one of his people. Since the City is not against saving money, I
will work closely with Mr. Winston to see not only if we can save money, but that
we get a sign of quality and one that is acceptable to the Friends of the Theatre.
I have recommended to the Theatre group and the Winstons that the City would
like to develop a design concept that can be agreed upon by all parties and the
City. This design will include mounting, lighting, width, length and materials
to be used. The designs could be $100 or a little more. Mr. Winston mentioned
that he has someone who could do the designs cheaply. Before the sign is
constructed, an agreement by the Winstons, Theatre representatives and City of
Newport Beach will take place as to all facets of the Theatre sign. Lighting
of the sign seems to be a major issue and will be worked out in the design specs.
I am aware that you desire the sign to be purchased by the City, and I would
suppose that we will also pay for the design of the sign.
If this or any of the information I've mentioned is contrary to your desires,
please let me know. I will continue forward with the seeUring of a new TAC
sign unless I hear differently from you.
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Tom Line
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Item No. 8
• PARK AND STREET TREE DIVISION
MAY, 1984 PROGRESS REPORT
Our Park Crews performed the following tasks during the month
of May:
Fertilized all turf areas.
Completed concrete work at Riverside Scout House.
Lined ball fields for Recreation Division.
The Parks Division and the Tree Division worked together on the
planting of the Palm'Trees on Newport Boulevard
Our Street Tree Division performed the following:
Trimmed 1,448 trees.
Planted 88 trees.
Removed 1 tree.
• Completed 9 work requests.
Areas being trimmed are Westcliff and the 'Palm Trees on the
Balboa Peninsula.
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Item No. 9
RECREATION DIVISION
• -MAY, 1984 PROGRESS REPORT
Senior Citizens
A new class met in May at the OASIS Center and was well received. The new
class, which meets every Wednesday, is called "Eating for Health and Fun."
The class instructor is Pat Ridgers.
Human Services staff will soon be moving into their newly remodeled offices.
Getting the room ready for business has taken a lot of work from many
volunteers and staff. The whole OASIS Center should be greatly improved by
the refurbishment project and programming will be enhanced.
A new committee met in April and May. This committee is comprised of splendid
volunteers interested in starting and maintaining a medical library at the
OASIS Center. An anonymous donor gave the Center $1,000 to help start the
medical library. The committee is very enthusiastic about the library completion.
Fun and exciting events that were completed in May included:
May 10 - Harbor View Elementary School Chorus Sing Along
May 12 - Pancake Breakfast
May 16 - Executive Board Meeting
May 18 - Shared Housing Mixer
May 18 - Sports Party
May 19 - Films
May 20 - Jazz Group
Upcoming events include a general membership meeting, U.S. Olympic talks
and discussions, fitness classes, Glaucoma screening, Medicare and Social
Security meetings.
Aquatics
Summer swimming lessons will be starting soon and the City's aquatic program
is in the middle of hiring and training staff. In- service training will take
place June 9, and the two weekend session will prepare prospective lifeguards
and instructors for the summer's activities.
• The soon to be completed spring swimming lesson program was a great success.
Revenue projections were increased by $1,000 over last year's revenue. Spring
lessons are becoming very popular.
The City is currently sponsoring Newport Aquatics. Newport Aquatics is formerly
r2o- the Beach Swim Club and the City has taken over the registration, hiring of
coaches, contract monitoring, facility lease, and is also the liaison with the
May
13
- Tea Dance
May
15
- Corona del Mar Chamber
May 16 - Executive Board Meeting
May 18 - Shared Housing Mixer
May 18 - Sports Party
May 19 - Films
May 20 - Jazz Group
Upcoming events include a general membership meeting, U.S. Olympic talks
and discussions, fitness classes, Glaucoma screening, Medicare and Social
Security meetings.
Aquatics
Summer swimming lessons will be starting soon and the City's aquatic program
is in the middle of hiring and training staff. In- service training will take
place June 9, and the two weekend session will prepare prospective lifeguards
and instructors for the summer's activities.
• The soon to be completed spring swimming lesson program was a great success.
Revenue projections were increased by $1,000 over last year's revenue. Spring
lessons are becoming very popular.
The City is currently sponsoring Newport Aquatics. Newport Aquatics is formerly
r2o- the Beach Swim Club and the City has taken over the registration, hiring of
coaches, contract monitoring, facility lease, and is also the liaison with the
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parents support group. The City hopes that the swim team will double its
• registration during the summer and become a very popular City program.
Sports Camps
The City will once again be hosting summer Sports Camps for Costa Mesa and
Newport Beach school youth. Camps will be held at Corona del Mar High School
and Newport Harbor High. Football, basketball and tennis are some of the
sports being offered. The City of Costa Mesa, Newport Beach, administrators
from the Newport -Mesa Unified School District, and coaches from both schools
have settled on a new agreement for the running of the Sports Camps.
Sailing and Tennis Classes
Both sailing and tennis are booming. Spring sailing class participation is on
the increase and tennis participation is increasing with the excellent weather.
All instructors are getting prepared for the big summer program. All sailing
contracts have been signed and tennis.courts will be programmed to the maximum.
Revenue for tennis is rising sharply.
Maintenance
The Department has just completed interviews for a new Maintenance Man I. A
decision is forthcoming as to who the new employee will be, but we are hoping
the person will be ready to start on Monday, June 11. Major responsibilities
of this position are the cleaning of the City's recreational facilities and
• multi- purpose rooms.. An excellent group of candidates showed up for the
interviews.
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Special Activities
Contract classes have gone quite well this spring. Registration was good and
facility use was at a maximum. Registration started May 25 for summer classes.
There are several new programs being offered this summer. Four classes are
scheduled for the remodeled Scout House.
Camp Newport will once again take its place in our summer programming. This year
the Camp will be conducted at the Community Youth Center and there will be 3 two -
week sessions of fun and games for Newport youth. Excursions to Knotts Berry
Farm, Marineland, Disneyland and the beach are scheduled for each session.
Work is continuing on the Scenic 5K Run. Hopefully, 1000 to 1500 runners will
participate in this event sponsored by the City of Newport Beach and the
Corona del Mar Chamber of Commerce. The 5K is scheduled for June 9 and will take
place in Old Corona del Mar. Registration fees include a T- shirt, door prizes
and jogger milk shakes. Registration is $10.00 for the June 9 run.
The Mariners Park July 4th Committee, in cooperation with the City of Newport
Beach Parks, Beaches and Recreation Department, is continuing its planning for
the July 4th parade and picnic. Festivities include a bike parade, picnic,
contests, games and entertainment.
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Adult Sports
• Registration and classification games for the summer slow pitch leagues have
been completed. This year 278 teams applied for league play. Seventy two
teams had to be denied entrance to the leagues because of lack of space.
However, 206 teams are registered in our adult softball leagues, which is 24
more teams than last year. League games will' begin May 29.
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Twenty four teams have registered in the City's adult basketball league. Games
will begin June 4 and the spring league will be completed the last week of May.
Youth Sports
Registration for the girls softball program have begun and they are proceeding
slowly. Practices started May 21 at five elementary schools in the afternoon.
Games begin June 18 on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Coaches are still being inter-
viewed and hired for the program.
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