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Ex- Officio Member Present: Ronald A. Whitley, Director
Staff Present: Jack Brooks, Park and Street
Tree Supt.
Nancy Beard, Acting Recreation
Supt.
Dottie Flohr, Secretary
'I. PROCEDURAL MATTERS
Item #1
The meeting,of the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission
Call to Orde
was called to order at 7:04 P.M.
Item #2
Roll Call
Roll call was taken. Commissioners Cohen, de Boom, Hopkins
King, Springer and Wolfe were present. Capretz was absent.
Item #3
Approval of
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Minutes
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Motion was made by de Boom and seconded.by King to approve
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the minutes of the July 2, 1985 meeting. Unanimous.
Item #4
Adoption of
Agenda
Prior to adopting the agenda, Chair Wolfe stated he would
Tike to see a better attendance record and more participa-
tion by the Commissioners in the forthcoming year. He
also asked the Commissioners to read the agenda packet and
visit those projects which are to'be discussed before the
Commission meets. In addition, Wolfe said he expects the
meetings to run smoothly and efficiently. Short and long
term goals will be developed along with greater Commission
exposure to the City and its citizens. Chair Wolfe stated
he is available at any time should there be any questions
or need for discussion.
After Chair Wolfe announced the Commission should adhere
to the time limits set for each item, the agenda was
adopted as presented with the addition of the Balboa Inn,
Informational Report, the Nature Park and'Theatre Arts
Center Brochure.
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II. ACTION ITEMS
Item #5 - Seating of New Commissioner - Clyda Brenner
Seating of
New
Chair Wolfe announced Commissioner Cohen was presented with
Commissioner
a plaque for her outstanding work as Chair at the last
meeting and said that it has been a pleasure to serve her
and that the Commission wishes her well.
Ron Whitley pointed out that from staff's viewpoint
Commissioner Cohen, with her positive and friendly attitude,
has been a delight to work with, and that although we are
sorry to see her go, her involvement in so many community
activities will continue to help us out.
Chair Wolfe opened the..meeting to public comments and
Jackie Heather of the City Council addressed the Commission.
She said Cohen has done tremendous work and thanked her
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very much-for all she has done for the City.
Evelyn Hart of the City Council addressed the Commission
and noted Cohen's particular accomplishments with regard
to the Community Youth Center and the Theatre Arts Center.
As Mr. Whitley presented Cohen with yellow roses, she said
it has been an interesting and enjoyable four years, during
which she has enjoyed working with both staff and the
Commission.
Chair Wolfe invited Clyda Brenner to.take her seat on the
Commission and noted Commissioner Brenner is very active
in Corona del Mar where she lives. Brenner was then
introduced to the "Commission and gave a brief background
of herself: Seating of the Commission then took place.
Item #6 - Presentation of Commission Recognition Awards
Presentatior
of Commissic
Ron Whitley reviewed the Commission Recognition Program
Recognition
adopted a few years ago which is based upon the involvement
Awards
of volunteers who give a significant contribution to the
City.
Mr. Whitley said the City is fortunate to have Harbor Area
Baseball which has as,its recreational philosophy that
every boy plays, The two individuals responsible for the
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direction of this program and who are being honored are
Rod MacMillian and Mike MacMillian.
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Three years ago a new baseball program was formed called
Newport Little League. The individuals who spent countless
hours organizing this program are Randy Holliday and Bill
Singer, who were then presented with their Special Recogni-
tion Awards. In addition, Paul Popovic was honored for
his contribution in refurbishing the City and school fields.
Randy Holliday addressed the Commission and said he really
appreciated staff's getting things done for them and that
they are working towards another Little League in Corona
del Mar. He also thanked Bill Singer for his expertise in
corporate matters.
Bill Singer addressed the Commission and thanked Randy
Holliday for implementing and initiating the Little League
program. He also thanked Rod MacMillian for bringing
baseball to the City in 1947 and Ron Whitley for giving
them an opportunity to provide another program for Newport
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Item #7 -,West Newport Park Development
West Newport
.Park Develop
Motion
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Ron Whitley reported the concept for the development of
ment
Seconded
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West Newport Park is being brought back to the Commission
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due to the recommendation changing the area to-no-parking
and using the appropriated funds for park development and
landscaping.
Following questions of staff concerning financing and
permits, Chair Wolfe opened.the meeting to public testimony.
Todd Schooler, 7400 West Ocean Front and a Director on the
West Newport Association, addressed the Commission. Mr.
Schooler, as Committee Chair in the Association for this
park, said their top priority in the design is that there be
no parking: He explained that due to size, etc., it is not
a recreational, facility and additional parking would not
solve any problems. The park should be designed to clean
up the area which would be for the local residents' use.
Following the close of public testimony, de Boom moved the
Commission accept the preliminary plans as presented.
Seconded by King. Unanimous.
Item #8 - .Naming of Park, 4th and Carnation
Naming of
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Park, 4th
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Ron Whitley reported that historically parks are named
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after streets or neighborhoods and not a person, although
Carnation
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this could be done with Council approval. This is a very
small park consisting of one -half acre which the developer
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provided.
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Following a brief discussion, King motioned the area be
named 4th Street Park. Seconded by Springer. Unanimous.
Item #9 - Naming of Park, North Ford
Naming of
Park, North
Ron Whitley reported that this area will be a large, heavily
Ford
programmed park with two ball diamonds. He suggested adding,
Bonita Creek Park to the list of park name alternatives
due to the nearby location of Bonita Creek to the park.
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Following discussion, Springer motioned to adopt North Ford
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Park as the name. Seconded by Hopkins. Motion fails.
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King motioned the area be named Bonita Creek Park. Seconded
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by Brenner. Motion fails.
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Chair Wolfe directed this item be put on next month's
agenda and King asked that Bonita Creek Park be added to
the park name list.
Item #10 - Request for Monument Plaque, Peninsula Park
Request for
Monument
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Ron Whitley reported staff has no objection to Mrs.
Plaque,
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Johnson's request for a monument plaque in honor of her
Peninsula
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husband who contributed to'the Balboa community. The
Park
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plaque would be in a raised contained planter.
Following an informal vote and discussion, de Boom motioned
the Commission accept Mrs. Johnson's request. Seconded by
Hopkins. Motion fails.
-Chair Wolfe directed a letter be sent under his signature
to Mrs. Johnson suggesting a tree be planted for her
husband's memorial.
Item #11 - Nominations for Commission Recognition Awards
Nominations
for Commissi
Ron Whitley reported staff is recommending three individuals
Recognition
for their time spent in service on the Street Tree Reten-
Awards
tion program. Following discussion concerning the
meritoriousness of their service, it was determined not to
present the awards to the three named persons.
Item #12 - Balboa Inn
Balboa Inn
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Ron Whitley reported Council Policy A -15, Places of
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Historical and Architectural Significance, was-:adopted
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May 28, 1985. The Policy allows for an older facility to
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be refurbished under a different set of building codes.
The facility has historical significance and there is no
tax advantage to the owner. The Commission's recommenda-
tion will be transmitted to the City Manager's office to be
combined with the reports from the Arts Commission and the
Newport Beach Historical Society which will then go to
Council.
Following discussion, King motioned to table this item until
the September 3,1985 meeting. Seconded by Hopkins.
Unanimous.
Staff will have a background informational report for the
Commission on this matter at the September meeting.
III. PUBLIC COMMENTS
None.
IV. DISCUSSION'ITEMS
Item #13 - Commission Subcommittees and Liaison
Commission
Responsibilities
Subcommittee
and Liaison
Following discussion, chairs and members to the Commission's
Responsi-
standing committees were appointed for a one yeah term as
bili.ties
follows:
Capital Improvement Committee - Chair Wolfe; de Boom
Budget Committee - Chair King; Wolfe
Tree Committee - Chair Hopkins; Brenner
Recreation Committee - Chair Brenner; King
Oceanfront and Beach Committee - Chair Springer; Capret
Friends of Oasis - Springer as Liaison
Friends of the Theatre Arts Center - de Boom as Liaison
Chair Wolfe and Ron Whitley will develop objectives for each
committee and mail to the respective Chairs.
Item #14 - Corona del Mar Community Center Program
Corona del
Mar Com-
Ron Whitley referred to.the News Release included in the
munity Cent(
agenda packet. There will be a special program on Labor
Program
Day, including a live band, neighborhood softball contests,
and,many activities, to commemorate the new Community Youth
'Center. The Commissioners and City Council are invited to
attend this event.
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Item #15 - Oasis Information
Oasis
Information
Commissioner Springer announced she has the financial
statements for Oasis should anyone wish to see them. Their
insurance has had a huge increase for which the City will
pay half, however, she noted the City is not liable for thei
excursions /trips.
Ed Williams, President of the Friends of Oasis, will be in
attendance at the next meeting to provide items they wish
to discuss.
Item #16 - Recreation Division
Recreation
Division
Ron Whitley announced Tom Line resigned effective July 26
and Nancy Beard is acting in his stead. Request to fill
the position will go to Council August 12 which will be
followed by an open competitive recruitment.
Hopkins commended Nancy Beard for her excellent efforts on
the 4th of July program at Mariners Park.which ran so
smoothly.
Item #17 - Park and Street Tree Division
Park and
Street Tree
Jack Brooks announced landscaping for Irvine Terrace Park
Division
has begun and invited the Commissioners to stop by and see
it.
Item #18 - Informational Report - Recap.
Informations
Report
Ron Whitley passed out an Informational Report concerning
the status of a number of items.
Chair Wolfe recommended follow up on those items which have
been voted upon.
For informational purposes, the Aquatic Park has not yet
raised enough money to proceed at this point in time. The
building requested by Mariners Library has been approved
in concept and now it is a matter of funding.
Item #19 - Nature Park
Nature Park
Commissioner King reported he has been approached by residen
of Harbor View Hills concerning upgrading the Nature Park.
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They would provide volunteers but would like some assistance
from the City.
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'Ron - Whitley gave a brief history of the park, specifically
noting it was dedicated to the City by The Irvine Company.
Since it is treated as a nature park, no funds have been
allotted to maintain it other•than litter pick up.
It was decided Jack Brooks wi11 meet with the Harbor View
Hills committee to identify'goals and objectives for the
Nature Park.
Item #20 - Theatre Arts Center Brochure
Theatre Arts
Center
de Boom, liaison to the Theatre Arts Center Board, passed
Brochure
out the Theatre's newest brochure.
V. SPECIAL, URGENT OR LAST MINUTE ITEMS
None.
VI. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the Parks, Beaches and
Recreation Commission adjourned at 9:07 P.M.
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Dottie Flohr, Secretary