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Home My WebLink About09/04/1984 - PB&R Commissionl 4otioh Seconded ayes Item No. 3 CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH n Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission o • 2� September 4, 1984 ��< City Council Chambers 7 o.m. INDEX Ex- Officio Member Present: Ronald A. Whitley, Director Staff Present: Tom Line,.Recreation Supt. Dottie Flohr, Secretary I. PROCEDURAL MATTERS Item #1 The meeting of the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission Call to was called to order at 7:05 P.M. Order Item #2 Roll Call Roll call was taken. Commissioners Capretz, Cohen, de Boom,• Hopkins, Springer and Wolfe were present. Commissioner King was absent. Item #3 Approval of Minutes x Chair Cohen amended the minutes of the August 7, 1984 x meeting as follows: Item 5 on Page 2, paragraph 2,, the x x x -x second sentence should read "The President of Mariners Homeowners Association called Mr. Whitley and said they were against the program." On Page 5, Item 6, the name, Joan Taylor, should be corrected to read Reenie Taylor. Motion was made by de Boom and seconded by Wolfe to approve the amended minutes. Unanimous. Item #4 Adoption of Agenda The agenda was adopted as presented. II. ACTION ITEMS Item #5 - Presentation of Commission "Community Service Presentatio Awards' of Commissi "Community Chair Cohen reported that in 1980 the Parks, Beaches and Service Recreation Commission started presenting Community Service Awards" Awards to those individuals who had made an unusual and significant contribution to the community. At present this is done approximately every three months. Chair Cohen reviewed the background of the Annual 4th of July Program at Mariners Park and reported the Commission would recognize the past chairs of this event for their unique contribution to the City. In addition, Michael Mooslin was present on behalf of Naugles which donated all the food for the July 4th program in 1984. LaVerne Healy lotion Seconded ayes Vays (,V ) 3 CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH n Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission 10 I EI Page 2 � City Council Chambers 7 p.m. INDEX was recognized for her outstanding service to the Theatre Arts Center as House Manager. J. Michael Ray and Carol Martin, who were unable to attend, were recognized for their significant contribution to the Beach Committee. As Chair Cohen gave a brief description of each individual's involvement, Commissioner Hopkins presented the respective plaques. Mr. Ken Jacobson, Chief of the'Marine Safety Division, made the presentation to Reenie Taylor, who was responsible for making the first junior lifeguard program such a tremendous success. Item #6 - Tree Removal Request Tree Remova' Request x Ron Whitley reviewed Council Policy I -9 which provides x direction for the City's Tree Retention Policy. Due to this policy, staff is limited as to what decisions they can x x x x make on specific requests. Mr. Whitley also pointed out that if removal is for the sole benefit of the owner, the owner can remove a tree at his /her own cost and replace it under our supervision. He explained that Dr. and Mrs. Peter on 1300 Estelle Lane, who have requested "removal of a City tree, do not want to remove it at their expense. Following questions and discussion, Cohen moved the Commis- sion permit removal of the Petersons' tree by the City. Seconded by Hopkins. Motion fails. The tree removal reques is denied. Commissioner de Boom suggested that in staff's communication to Dr. and Mrs. Peterson they be advised they may remove the tree at their expense. III. PUBLIC COMMENTS None IV. DISCUSSION ITEMS Item #7 _ City Council Policies, Annual Review City Counci' Policies, Ron Whitley reported that the I Series, which directs the Annual Revif policies for the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Department, is provided to the Commission for their review. This will be an action item at the October 2 meeting, at which time staff and possibly other groups, i.e., Friends of OASIS and Friends of the Theatre Arts Center, will recommend changes. Council will act on these in November or December. Ron Whitley very briefly reviewed each of the I Policies and answered questions, of the Commission. I CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH o Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission 2� Page 3 1.0 s{ City Council Chambers 7 p.m. INDEX In regards to I -8, Chair Cohen suggested the Public Works Department notify the Commission before taking out a street of trees,-and that any trees being removed which would have a significant impact on the community be brought to the attention of the Commission. Commissioner Capretz suggested. the word, "beaches," be included in I -16 wherever there is reference to public parks. V. CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED Item #8 - Letter from Dr. Clifford Jordan Re. Aquatic Center Letter from Dr. Cli,ffor A letter from Dr. Clifford Jordan expressing his concerns Jordan Re. over the proposed aquatic facility was provided to the Aquatic Commission. Mr. Whitley reported that Newport Beach Aquatic Center has redesigned their original concept, resulting in a lower height of the building and reducing it to 18,000 s.f. As a result of this, they have gained the approval of the majority of the Dover Shores Homeowners Association. The Commission's input was provided to the Planning Commis- sion which will be considering their Use Permit on September 6, 1984. VI. INFORMATION REPORTS Item #9 - Park and Street Tree Division Park and Street Tree Commissioner Hopkins gave special appreciation to the spray Division crew who made an extra effort in his neighborhood to notify residents to close their doors and windows. Ron Whitley referred to Jack Brooks' report and noted that the fifty Eucalyptus Trees on Irvine Avenue which were removed were already dead trees. The University of California Agricultural Division will be looking at the trees con- cerning total removal. It was suggested the Commission recommend to Council that they communicate to the Costa Mesa City Council regarding the idea of sharing the cost of removing the trees on Irvine Avenue if they have to be removed in the future. Item #10 - Recreation Division Recreation Division Tom Line reported that fall mail -in registration is now in process. Analysis of the summer program is being done now. He also mentioned the Aqua Show on August 26 was•a success and that the City's Annual Golf Tournament will be held October 19 at Irvine Coast Country Club. CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH o Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission 2 Page 4 City council Chambers 7 p.m. INDEX The concrete for the Theatre Arts Center sign was repoured for a better angle and the sign should be up next week. VII. SPECIAL, URGENT OR LAST MINUTE ITEMS Ron Whitley passed out a memo from Council Member Jackie Heather to the Mayor and City Council concerning retaining Eastbluff School for community purposes. Ms. Heather asked that this be brought to the Commission's attention for information purposes. Mr. Whitley explained that she is requesting a 60 day extension so that the City and possible users of the facility can form a plan for reconsideration of the building which this Department does not plan to use. Ron Whitley reminded the Commission that a tour of the rest - room facilities has been scheduled on September 29 at 10:00 A.M. A few members of the Beautification Committee will also join the tour. 1 Chair Cohen reported she received calls concerning the poor condition of the baseball fields, more particularly at San Miguel and Mariners. Ron Whitley explained that staff continually tries to upgrade the fields, however, in the case of San' Miguel, Little League used the turf prematurely knowing it was not in good condition.. Commissioner Capretz reported he received a call regarding the openings in the Newport Pier railings which the caller considered a dangerous condition. Mr. Whitley will check to see whose responsibility this is. VIII. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business,.the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission adjourned at '8:50 P.M. Dottie Flohr, Secretary s