HomeMy WebLinkAbout11-06-1990 - AgendaCITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
PARKS, BEACHES AND RECREATION COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING TO BE HELD TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 1990
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
7:00 P.M.
I.
PROCEDURAL MATTERS
1.
Call to Order
2.
Roll Call
3.
Approval of Minutes - Meeting of October 2, 1990
4.
Adoption of Agenda
II.
INFORMATIONAL AND COMMITTEE REPORTS
5.
Park and Street Tree Division (Report Attached)
6.
Recreation Division (Report Attached)
7.
Tree Committee - Chair Herberts
8.
Recreation Program Committee - Chair Compton
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Parks and Open Space Committee - Chair Vandervort
10.
Beach Committee - Chair Taft
11.
Oasis Liaison - Commissioner Demmer
12.
Theatre Arts Center Liaison - Commissioner Compton
III.
ACTION ITEMS
13.
Tree Appeal - 1038 Sea Lane (Report Attached)
14.
Tree Appeal - 30 Morro Bay (Report Attached)
15.
Volleyball Court Relocation (Report Attached)
16.
Bolsa Avenue Park Proposal (Report Attached)
17.
Develop Agenda for Joint Meeting with City Council
(Report Attached)
IV.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
V. DISCUSSION ITEMS
18. Status of Capital Improvement Projects (Report
Attached)
19. Facility Inspections (Report Attached)
20. Bonita Creek Park Noise Report (Report Attached)
21. Capital Improvement Proposals 1991 -92 (Report
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Attached)
VI. SPECIAL. URGENT OR LAST MINUTE ITEMS
VII. ADJOURNMENT
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Ex- Officio Member Present: Ronald A.
Whitley
Staff Present: Nancy Beard,
Recreation
Superintendent
Jack Brooks,
Park and Tree
Maintenance
Superintendent
Dottie Flohr,
Secretary
I PROCEDURAL MATTERS
Item 01 - Call to Order
all to Order
The meeting of the Parks, Beaches and
Recreation Commission was called to order at
7:00 P.M.
Item #2 - Roll Call
olI Call
Roll call was taken. Commissioners Compton,
Demmer, Grant, Herberts, Konwiser, Taft and
Vandervort were present.
Item #3 - Approval of Minutes - Meetina of
kpproval of
September 4, 1990
inutes
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Commissioner Herberts moved the minutes of the
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September 4, 1990 meeting be approved.
Unanimous.
Item #4 - Adoption of Agenda
Adoption of
The agenda was adopted as presented with the
Agenda
addition of Dedicated Plaques under Item ##8
and North Star Beach under Item ##17.
II. ACTION ITEMS
Item #5 - Analysis of Ambient Liaht from
Analysis of
Lincoln Athletic Center
Ambient Light
Chair Grant turned the meeting over to
From Lincoln
Athletic
Director Whitley who referred to the history
Center
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of the subject project which is covered in the
report submitted. After refurbishment of the
facility, candlepower was increased as one of
the objectives to provide better lighting.
However, this has caused problems in the
adjacent neighborhood. A third consultant,
RWR Pascoe, Electrical Engineers, recently
completed an investigation and report, and
their representative is present to answer any
questions.
Chair Grant opened the meeting to Public
Hearing and Dr. Robert Pike, 3 Monterey
Circle, addressed the Commission on behalf of
Spyglass Hills Community Association. Dr.
Pike expressed their appreciation for the
Commission's concern on the lighting problems
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and stated they would prefer to follow the
consultant's recommendations
as presented in
his report as well as implementing reasonable
hours for usage. He reported that in the past
lights have been poorly managed and have
occasionally been on until 11:00 P.M. In
addition, he felt they were installed with no
regard to views and his home is like having
high beams directed at every room. He stated
it was his understanding that the original
goal was to make the field fit for softball,
however, during the process consideration was
not given to nearby residents.
Commissioner Herberts commented that when she
visited 1907 Yacht Enchantress, which is
adjacent to Spyglass Hills, it was also
affected by the lights.
In response to a question by Commissioner
Compton, Dr. Pike explained that all the poles
are a problem, however, the side closer to San
Miguel has less impact.
Mr. George Havriluk, 27 Point Loma, addressed
the Commission on behalf of club soccer and
softball. He urged a compromise be reached so
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the fields can remain open for these
activities.
Dr. Jack Ericksmoen, 3601 Blue Key, addressed
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the Commission on behalf of AYSO Region 57.
He reported that if the lighting were
withdrawn, it would have a devastating effect
on the 900 children who live in the area. He
stated their group does not play at night but
uses the field for practice in the early
evening, and that Club Soccer uses the lighted
fields afterwards.
In response to a question by Commissioner
Compton, Director Whitley explained that
reconfiguring the fields and not changing the
lights would not help the homeowners.
Dr. Robert Pike, 3 Monterey Circle, addressed
the Commission and pointed out he is not
against sports. He feels the problems are
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with the ball fields when the lights are
turned up and not the
soccer program.
Director Whitley explained that the field was
originally lighted in 1974 specifically for
baseball and that the pole height is the same
and in the same general location.
Mr. Ralph Raya, consultant representing RWR
Pascoe Engineering., addressed the Commission.
He reported they were contacted to identify
the lighting problems and offer solutions
which are provided in their report. During
his review he pointed out that lights which
are required for softball are not the same as
those needed for soccer. When the soccer
fields were reoriented further away, the light
fixtures were aimed at a higher angle creating
an ambient light in the sky which is what the
Spyglass Hills homeowners are seeing. He
reported the initial intent was to light the
ball field and the lights were properly
designed for this, however, they are wrong for
the soccer fields. His recommendation would
first be to re -aim the existing problem light
fixtures. If there is not sufficient
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candlepower and the glare is not eliminated,
he suggested the soccer fields be reoriented
to the original design layout and the lighting
products and fixtures be re- evaluated: Should
the latter not solve the problem, then high
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pressure sodium lamps should be considered.
There being no further Public Testimony, Chair
Grant closed the meeting to Public Hearing.
Motion
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Commissioner Compton moved to accept the
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consultant's recommendations by first re-
aiming the lights for a one week trial basis
to see if this meets the needs of the
homeowners and athletic groups. If this is
not satisfactory, the fields should be
relocated and the lights re -aimed for a two
week trial basis. If the problems continue to
exist, then the consultant's third
recommendation to change the lighting system
be implemented. Unanimous.
In response to Chair Grant's concerns on
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lighting management, Nancy Beard reported
staff is trying to remedy past problems and
she explained the new automatic override
system which automatically turns the lights
off Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at 9:00
P.M. and Monday and Friday at 10:15 P.M.
There is no weekend use. The lights can also
be manually turned on /off before that time
frame.
Dirctor Whitley advised staff is attempting to
educate users to manually turn the lights off
when they are through using the fields.
Commissioner Demmer asked when the Commission
will have an evaluation and Director Whitley
advised the Deparatment will act immediately
and have a report for the Commission's
November 6, 1990 meeting.
Commissioner Konwiser recommended additional
time management is needed on holidays.
Director Whitley agreed and advised staff will
handle this matter.
Item #6 - Basketball Court in Channel Park
Basketball
Director Whitley reported notification was
Court in
Channel Park
made that this item would be reviewed at the
Commission's October meeting. He also passed
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out a letter received from Mr. Garvey, 205
43rd Street, which favors installing the
court.
Chair Grant explained that the half basketball
court has been provided as a capital budget
item and at this time the decision can be
reversed or approved.
Chair Grant opened the meeting to Public
Hearing and Ms. Meredith Butler, 4313 Channel
Place, addressed the Commission in favor of a
half basketball court. Her only concern was
with parking problems, however, after
consulting the City Manager, the City has
agreed to either reconstruct her driveway or
paint it red.
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There being no further Public Hearing, Chair
Grant closed the meeting to Public Hearing.
Motion
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Commissioner Compton motioned to proceed with
installing a half basketball court t
proposed location in Channel Park. Unanimous.
Item #7 - Enhancement of Jetty View Park
Enhancement
of Jetty
Chair Grant reported he spoke with Public
View Park
Works and they pointed out that all changes
presented on public right of way require an
encroachment permit through their Department.
Chair Grant opened the meeting to Public
Hearing and Mr. Curt Herberts, 2290 Channel
Road, addressed the Commission. Referring to
the concrete which is part of the seawall, he
suggested it be covered with dirt and made a
berm. He also recommended City Ordinances
concerning wall and fence height be strictly
enforced by the building inspectors.
Mr. Brion Jeannette, architect for the Grasso
residence, addressed the Commission. He
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presented the preliminary plan and explained
the proposed landscaping concept and house
location. One of the main issues is the
fishermen who use the bench and cut bait,
resulting in a dirty and smelly area. Another
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issue is the proposed sidewalk which is
subject to Public Works approval.
In reviewing the plan, Mr. Jeannette stated
their intent is to take the extension of the
seawall down to grade level for security
purposes and relandscape; relocate the
fishermen; add a sidewalk; rebuild the wall;
plant grass to the bulkhead; and raise the
fence for security reasons.
Director Whitley advised that raising the
fence between the park and Grasso property
would obstruct views and Chair Grant suggested
using shrubbery in lieu of raising the fence.
Mr. R.J. Mitchell, 2172 Oceanfront, addressed
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the Commission. He stated he favors Mr.
Grasso's improvements and
recommends the
proposed plan be accepted. He agreed the
fishermen's bench is an attractive nuisance
and that raising the wall or fence would
restrict views.
Mr. Chuck Ryffel, 2294 Channel Road, addressed
the Commission. He, too, agreed the fishermen
create a mess and that there is easy access to
the fishing area. He felt there is no way to
keep people out without having a wall and it
should be provided so there is no direct and
easy access onto private property. He added
that he hoped the turf areas would allow the
landscaping to survive.
Mr. Curt Herberts, 2290 Channel Road,
addressed the Commission. Mr. Herberts
recommended cactus type plants be planted in
the planters and that bushes be added to keep
the fishermen off the grass. He suggested a
concrete rubble ramp be built out 15 -20 feet
to move the fishermen down and make the area
nice for everyone.
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Mr. Don Hammono addressed the Commission. Mr.
Hammono spoke of the hazardous condition which
exists at the bulkhead which needs to be
addressed to protect children from falling.
He felt the park is beautiful and would
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benefit from the additional landscaping.
Mr. Glen Davis, 2183 E. Ocean, addressed the
Commission and spoke in favor of the proposed
plan. He added that he would prefer access be
limited.
Mr. Chuck Ryffel, 2294 Channel Road, addressed
the Commission and stated he favors moving the
fishermen but•is against any more concrete in
the bay.
Mr. Al Grasso, 2296 Channel Road, addressed
the Commission. He expressed his gratitude
for his neighbors coming to the meeting. He
felt there are not many parks with a view such
as West Jetty View Park, however, the initial
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use has been taken away by the fishermen.
Nobody can use the bench it
area and is a
constant cleaning problem. Mr. Grasso
reported he is trying to enhance the park and
make it more usable for the people, rather
than having it a fishing hole. Referring to
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the, existing 18" high bulkhead, he felt it has
no structural value. He reported he would be
happy to maintain the landscaping and bear the
expense of moving the bench.
Commissioner Konwiser pointed out Public Works
requires 8t of the coping closest to the bay
remain.
In response to a question from Commissioner
Herberts, Mr. Grasso pointed out no trees will
be removed.
Director Whitley advised that Department
policy is that the adjacent property owner pay
for initial landscaping expenses, after which
the City maintains the area.
There being no further Public Testimony, Chair
Grant closed the meeting to Public Hearing.
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During discussion, Commissioner Compton stated
he had no problem with the sidewalks, fence
and bulkhead.
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Commissioner Demmer suggested the fishermen be
moved from the park to the jetty or else
something be provided for.them away from the
park. She also stated she favors enhancing
the landscaping and views and adding benches.
She does not, however, like the idea of the
sidewalk cutting into the view park.
Commissioner Vandervort felt the sidewalk is
appropriate and favors the plan presented.
Commissioner Herberts addressed the Commission
and those present and asked if they felt there
would be a conflict of interest on her part
and, if so, she would refrain from discussion
and voting.
There being no response, Commissioner Herberts
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stated the bulkhead and issues such as certain
sidewalks will have to be addressed by Public
Works. She commented that she spoke with the
Tidelands Administrator who stated there
should be no problem taking the bulkhead to
grade level. Commissioner Herberts also
emphasized that this Commission's jurisdiction
lies directly with the park itself.
Commissioner Herberts stated she is in favor
of the landscaping plan as the fishermen's
area is smelly, filthy and unsanitary.
Commissioner Herberts recommended a higher
wrought iron type fence be added to the top of
the legally allowed 3 foot wall between the
park and Grasso property which would help the
security situation and not restrict views.
Motion
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Commissioner Konwiser moved to approve the
plan and recommend the architect and applicant
pay special attention to the use of pycantha
or natal plum at the location where the 18"
curb wall abuts the bulkhead on the subject
property.
Commissioner Herberts amended the motion to
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include approval of plans only as they relate
to the park under the Parks, Beaches and
Recreation Department's jurisdiction; the
remaining issues to be addressed by the Public
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Works Department. Unanimous.
Item 08 - Council Poliov I -22 Naming of Cif
Parks
Chair Grant announced that Policy I -22, Namina
of City Parks, has been brought back for the
Commission's review due to numerous requests
for plaques in parks for those who have passed
away.
Director Whitley reported the subject policy
has been reviewed by staff and it indicates
what the City Council had directed the
Commission provide, namely (1) It allows for
naming of parks, (2) It identifies areas where
plaques can be put, and (3) It allows site
amenities to be dedicated in a park.
Director Whitley further explained that when a
site amenity is added, such as a drinking
fountain or bench, it cannot have a plaque.
Commissioner Konwiser felt the policy should
be amended to specifically address plaques and
that the word "dedicated" be'clarified.
Commissioner Demmer recommended sites need to
be identified to place plaques for those who
are not exceptional or distinguished. She
also suggested other cities and counties be
contacted to review their policies on the
matter.
Director Whitley advised he has made inquiries
and many cities do not have such policies,
however, some cities allow plaques any place.
In the past, City Council has not encouraged
placement of plaques in the City.
Commissioner Konwiser recommended adding Item
#6 to state that commemorative plaques and
monuments shall not be allowed.
Commission Compton motioned Policy I -22 be
X x x referred to a subcommittee for review and
brought back to the Commission. Unanimous.
INDEX
Council
Policy I -22
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Free Appeal
:apital
'rojects
Goals and
Objectives
At Commissioner Herberts suggestion, the
Commission determined that the Park and Open
Space Committee review Policy I -22 and that
commissioner Demmer attend in Chair Grant's
stead.
Item #9 - Tree-Appeal, 2027 Deborah Lane
Director Whitley reported that in talking with
the homeowner, Mrs. Wilcox first requested the
item be continued and then decided the
Commission should review it. Should her
appeal be denied, she indicated she would
appeal it to the City Council.
Commissioner Herberts reported both the Tree
Committee and staff recommended the tree be
retained since it is a beautiful tree and
there is no history of sewer problems.
Commissioner Herberts moved the subject tree
be retained.
Commissioner Demmer asked if the tree was
diseased and Jack. Brooks advised it is
infected with an insect but is not diseased.
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Unanimous.
III. PUBLIC COMMENTS
IV. DISCUSSION ITEMS
Item #10 - Capital Projects
In response to a question from Commissioner
Taft, Director Whitley informed the Commission
that both Little Corona and Inspiration Point
are under construction.
Commissioner Compton inquired about dressing
rooms at the Theatre Arts Center and Nancy
Beard replied they will be recommended for
next fiscal year.
Item All - Goals and Objectives
Commissioner Konwiser stated he felt spending
Free Appeal
:apital
'rojects
Goals and
Objectives
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a lot of time on the Goals and Objectives
report was not all that necessary and it would
take a lot of work to follow through when
things seem to be running smoothly.
Commissioner Vandervort referred to Page 2,
Item 7, and recommended the word "where" be
inserted to help clarify the sentence. She
also referred to Page 5, Item 7, about
offering registration through a charge payment
system. Nancy Beard explained a fee would be
attached and that this use of payment has
raised revenues in other cities.
Referring to Page 8, Commissioner Vandervort
pointed out that Objective 2 of the Parks and
Open Space Committee also includes the full
Commission.
On Page 91 Commissioner Vandervort recommended
the dates following Items (a) through (e)
under Item #6 be deleted.
Commissioner Herberts questioned Item 8 on
Page 8 referring to reducing Commission tree
removal time. Chair Grant explained the
concept is to reduce the Commission's time on
appeals by giving them more review at the
subcommittee level.
Commissioner Konwiser questioned Item 4 on
Page 2 referring to the Parks Division's
objective to reduce water by 200. Jack Brooks
explained the Division feels they can make
this reduction where water is wasted and still
have green parks.
Commissioner Konwiser referred to Objective #1
of the Tree Committee on Page 7 which states
Policy I -12, Obstruction of Views by Trees, be
clarified. Since I -12 has now been deleted,
Commissioner Konwiser felt there is presently
no view policy and urged Policy I -12 be
reconsidered since it has been used to justify
a number of problem areas, more recently those
on Larkspur.
Following discussion on Ordinances and
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rk and
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vision
Recreation
Division
nication
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Policies as they relate to views, Commissioner
Vandervort moved to bring Policy I -12 back a!
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an action item. Unanimous.
Commissioner Demmer referred to Item 3 on Pag(
9 and suggested new projects be added. It wa!
determined that Cliff Drive Park and Newport
Shores Park be added as Items (d) and (e).
Item 012 - Park and Street Tree Division
Item #12 was addressed following Item #9.
Commissioner Herberts questioned a tree
removal not approved by the Tree Committee anc
Jack Brooks explained this was done because
root pruning was not sufficient to solve the
problems.
Commissioner Herberts requested replanting or
the median parking lot at the Balboa Pier.
Item 413 - Recreation Division
Nancy Beard reported the information for the
winter brochure is due October 5 which
includes a message from the Commission.
Commissioner Demmer asked about the
continuation of the travel sports wagon and
Nancy Beard explained staff is still
determining if it will be continued at Newport
Heights for a few days during the school year.
Item 414 - Communication Received Bonita
Creek Park, Dan Rabun
Director Whitley reported Mr. Dan Rabun, who
spoke at the Commission's September 4 meeting
on Bonita Creek Park, has sent another letter
dated September 14 to the Commission. Mr.
Rabun took his issue to the City Council and
they have asked for additional data.
Director Whitley passed out a letter just
received from the Newport Beach Junior All
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Division
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American Football Association wherein they are
instituting policies to relieve the noise and
parking problems during their use of the park.
Commissioner Vandervort reported she went to
Bonita Creek Park on Saturday morning and felt
they are doing a good job reducing the noise.
In addition, although many cars pass Mr.
Rabun's home, most do not go into the park.
She also did not see any illegally parked cars
and felt the noise level was minimal.
Commissioners Compton and Herberts agreed that
when they were there, they saw no problems and
felt the program to be very worthwhile.
V. COMMISSION COMMITTEES
Item #15 - Tree Committee
Tree Committee
Commissioner Herberts, Chair of the Tree
Committee, reported they met September 26 and
addressed nine removal requests, four of which
are Carobs and have termites. Jack Brooks
will pursue. -
Item #16 - Recreation Program Committee
Recreation
Commissioner Compton, Chair of the Committee,
Program
Committee
reported they met and reviewed four policies
for minor clarification.
Item #17 - Parks and open Space Committee
Parks and
Commissioner Vandervort, Chair, reported they
Open Space
Committee
met and discussed North Star Beach.
Director Whitley reported he met with several
members of the Dover Shores Community
Association and some controversy exists. When
the capital improvement process starts, North
Star Beach will be included and the
Association notified to provide input for the
Commission's consideration.
Director Whitley passed out the Park Facility
Inspection Reports that staff completes every
3 months which shows what occurs after
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inspections.
Commissioner Vandervort announced the
Commission's Facility Inspection Reports are
due next month. In addition, policies and
objectives for November will be reviewed by
the Park and Open Space Committee along with a
special meeting to review Policy I -12.
Item #18 - Beach Committee
Beach
Committee
Commissioner Taft, Chair, reported they met
September 20 to review minor changes in the
volleyball regulations.
Commissioner Taft reviewed his report
submitted, noting that the word "both" will be
deleted under Item 3 in Procedures for
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Installation Approval.
The Marine Safety Department requested changes
be made between 40th -44th Streets due to the
heavy concentration of courts in this area in
order that access be easier for emergency
equipment. As a result, the committee
determined the court at 4105 Oceanfront be
moved to the end of 41st Street and the court
at 4307 Oceanfront be moved to the end of 44th
Street and all courts be moved out to a point
at least 50 feet from the adjacent property
line.
Commissioner Vandervort questioned if it were
not an informal policy not to put courts in at
street ends where there is a lifeguard
station.
She also felt that Rental Resident /Owner
should not be included on the Application for
Court Installation. Commissioners Taft and
Konwiser concurred.
Nancy Beard advised that both owners and
rental residents are notified regarding court
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removals and installations.
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Chair Grant questioned if the proposed
relocations will require the notification
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process. Director Whitley agreed stating that
they also need to be posted.
Motion
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Commissioner Compton motioned that the Beach
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Committee's recommendations be approved with
the exception of the proposed relocations to
be reviewed at the Commission's November
meeting after posting; and that Rental
Resident and Owner be deleted in the
Application for Volleyball Installation.
Unanimous.
Commissioner Compton recommended steel poles,
which the volleyball players favor, be used if
these courts are moved. Director Whitley will
pursue.
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Commissioner Vandervort suggested a review be
made of the cost effectiveness of metal poles
since there is deterioration in those
installed one and a half years ago at Corona
del Mar Beach.
Item 419 - Oasis Liaison
Oasis Liaison
Commissioner Demmer reported the bids for the
garden relocation were too high, therefore,
the Parks Division will do the job.
She also reported an additional $100,000 cost
increase will be requested for the Oasis
expansion.
Chair Grant referred to the green belt area
near the parking lot across from Oasis and
asked the Tree Committee to review planting
trees at this location.
Director Whitley advised the community
association had adamently opposed trees be
planted at this site.
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Item 420 - Theatre Arts Center Liaison
heatre Arts
enter Liaison
Commissioner Compton reported the Commission
is invited to complimentary tickets on Tuesday
and Sunday nights. The Theatre has taken over
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the Recreation Room and converted it into a
dressing room. Cabinets have been put in the
old dressing room.
VI. SPECIAL. URGENT OR LAST MINUTE ITEMS
VII. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the Parks,
Beaches and Recreation Commission adjourned at
10:40 P.M.
The agenda for this meeting was posted on
September 25, 1990 at 10:30 A.M. outside the
City Hall Administration Building.
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Dottie Flohr, Secretary
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PARK.AND TREE DIVISION Item No. 5
OCTOBER, 1990 PROGRESS REPORT
• Our Park crews performed the following tasks in addition to normal maintenance
during the month of October.
West Newport Park
Removed Wind Mill palms because they couldn't take the ocean exposure.
Balboa Library
Planted (1) palm from existing nursery stock in our Corporate Yard.
Oasis Senior Citizen Center
1. Garden plot project redesigned and put back out to bid.
2. Removed exi.sti.ng Pine trees to clear the way for the garden plots.
Kings Road Park
Removed and replaced two (6" x 8" x 4') boards on the steps which were rotting
out and deemed to be unsafe.
Bayside Parking Lot Between Marguerite and Jasmine
1. Installed automated irrigation systems.
• 2. 'Spread out and graded 60 yards of imported top soil.
3. Poured approximately 30 feet of concrete curbing to separate our planter
from the adjacent property.
4. Trimmed existing trees and shrubs.
5. Installed new landscaping.
"M" Street Park
1. Removed turf from around the Pine tree to develop a planter area.
2. Poured approximately 50 feet of concrete edger strip.
3. Planted with one gallon color.
Inspections performed by our Sprinkler Technician Crew Chief for Public Works
East Pacific Coast Highway: 2 coverage tests, 2 valve tests, 1 controller test.
West Pacific Coast Highway: 3 main line pressure tests, 1 lateral line pressure
test.
Corona del Mar Bluffs - Lookout Point
• Completed needed repairs on surfaceArain.
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Irvine Terrace., Beek Park, Bayside Drive Park
• Sanded where needed, stain and linseed oiled all wood playground equipment.
For the Recreation Department Park Crews performed the following:
Picked up and delivered an organ which was donated to the Oasis Center for the
rummage sale.
Delivered 25 delineators and a roll of caution tape for a special event.
Installed new sand in the playground areas at•the following locations: San
Miguel Park, Irvine Terrace Park, Buffalo Hills Phase I, Bayside Drive Park
and Newport Community Center.
Our Street Tree Division Performed the Following:
Trimmed 850 trees.
Planted 24 trees.
Removed 2 trees.
Root Pruned 10 trees.
Completed 4 work requests.
Areas being trimmed this month: Corona del Mar south of Pacific Coast Highway,
Palms Central Newport. Transplanted 21 palms from West Newport to Newport
Boulevard'(-Ill and Irvine Avenue (.10).
Trees were removed at the following locations:
Balboa Library Dead 1 -Palm
30th Street Parking Lot Dead 2 -Palm
Trees were planted at the following locations:
Balboa Library 1 -Palm
30th Street Parking Lot 2 -Palm
--Jack roo <s
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• RECREATION DIVISION
OCTOBER, 1990 PROGRESS REPORT
Contract. Classes
Contract classes continue to do well. We are in the middle of our
fall season. 3,000 people are currently enrolled in classes. Our
Art After School class began this month. This class is sponsored
by the Newport Harbor Art Museum. 15 children are participating in
the class. We are also holding a waiting list of 11.
The winter brochure is now in production. 24 new classes will be
offered this winter.
Don't forget about the November 10 and 11 Holiday Arts and Crafts
Fair at Mariners Park. It promises to be an exciting event.
Aquatics
We are still staffing the Marian Bergeson Aquatic Center although
our open swim hour participants are waning.
Sailing
. Our sailing registration is up 20% from last fall. That's great
news. The sailing program has been suffering through a slow year.
Youth and Adult Sports
The Flag Football program is going strong. 130 boys and girls are
participating in the program and playing their games on Thursday
evenings at Grant Howald Park. In November three teams will be
sent to the Orange County Championships hosted by the City of Costa
Mesa.
The 182 teams competing in our softball and basketball leagues will
conclude around the Thanksgiving Holiday barring any rainouts or
unforeseen delays.
Youth Services
The youth staff spent the month preparing for the 2nd Annual
Halloween Haunt. 400 to 500 boys and girls and moms and dads came
through the spooky center where they were made to walk through a
grave yard where the likes of Kay Mart, Candy Cane and Rip Tide
were buried; then on to everyone's worst nightmare -- Freddy Kruger's
bedroom. They had to wade through a swamp; work their way through
the vertigo black and white room; in and out of jail; and if they
were lucky, they made it to the reception area where they had punch
and cookies with Grant and Inez Howald. It was a great night.
• You'd be surprised what a bunch of amateurs on a low budget can do!
seniors
go OIL
Seniors
• October has been a busy month due to two major programs. The
Annual Holiday Craft Fair scheduled for October 27 was successful
once again. Approximately 30 vendors, including Oasis groups,
filled the Multi- purpose Room with handcrafted gifts and crafts.
Approximately 300 people turned out to get a jump on holiday
shopping. The Friends of Oasis sponsored a Halloween Party on
October 28. This party was attended by 150 fully costumed seniors
ranging from Dracula to Groucho Marx. A good time was had by all!
Nan y Be d
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OASIS SENIOR CENTER
MONTHLY ACTIVITIES /UTILIZATIOR REPORT
Classes /Groups
2864
Long Trips
Human Services
Alberta, Canada
41
Another Passage
28
Meetings
Blood Pressure
117
Braille
13
Board of Directors
22
*Care -A -Van
194
Executive Committee
9
Case Management (hours)
25
General Membership
88
Chair Exercises
103
Long Range Planning
Counseling
6
Human Services Committee
10
Employment
189
Fundraising
54
Information /Referr-al
420
Newsletter Collating
30
Medicare Assistance
2
Newsletter Committee
27
OASIS Singles
72
Shared Housing
84
Day Trips
• Telephone Reasurance
181
9 -6 Del Mar Races
20
9 -11 LACMA
24
9 -25 Lawrence Welk
21
Volunteer Hours
2399
9 -28 Walkers Not Rockers
15
Van Transportation
378
Nutritious Lunches
758
Special Events
Octoberfest
200
*This included one way and round trip ridership.
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Item No. 13
• CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
Parks, Beaches and Recreation Department
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DATE: October 29, 1990
TO: Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission
FROM: Parks, Beaches and Recreation Director
SUBJECT: TREE APPEAL - 1038 SEA LANE, CORONA DEL MAR
The attached letter represents an appeal of the decision made by
the Street Tree Committee to retain the Ficus street tree at 1038
Sea Lane. Also provided is the original staff inspection report
and the notification of the Street Tree Committee's action.
If there are questions, please feel free to call.
Ronald A. Whitle
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Mr. Bob Wynn SQ • _. v 3
City Manager b, 'SEP2 71990ap-
3300 Bewport Blvd. J CRY IEanager
Newport Beach, CA c11r of r:.,,,••e,� Beach
Dear PLr. Wynn:
During the first week of Sept. I ca ed
and asked that someone from the Parkway
Tree Committee come to my home to discuss
removal of the large ficus in our parkway
area.
Yesterday, Mir. A. Z. Tast came—out to inspect
the tree, spoke to our neighbor, Jean Morris,
and told her he did not want to talk to us
about the tree as he is a "tree lover" and
would not consider removal. Both my wife and
I were home at the time and Mrs. Paorris told
him that and also explained the problems
we have had with this 30+ year old fici,s.
i tried to flag P•'r. Tast down as he was
leaving but that was to no avail.
I would like you to know a few facts regarding
the problems we have had with the tree:
Approximately 4 years ago we had a gas leak
that turned out to be the problem of the Gas
Co. but while we were getting quotes for
replacement we were told by all that one
day we would have serious problems with
the ficus. The Gas Co. had many problems
with the roots at that time and they were
trimmed back.
In 1986, 4 slabs of our sidewalk had to be
replaced by the City because of root damage.
In Oct., 1989, Sams Rooter did work on our kit-
chen line running 20' towards the street also
stating ficus roots would eventually cause
serious damage to our pipes running to the
street.
In June, 1989 we had to replace the mower edge _
around the ficus and that new cement is rising,
with the roots and is completely loose from
its foundation.
Currently our curb is broken and several of
our friends, not to mention ourselves, have
caught tires on that ragged break which is
becomming worse daily.
Three of our neighbors, on either side of us
have had their trees removed. The City recent-
ly replanted a new ficus two doors ;sown.
tie are not asking the City to incur the expense
and actually remove the tree. �e will do that
if we can get permission. We have recently
put in several thousand dollars of brick work
in our front yard and it will be most upsetting
if the roots from this much "overgrown for the
area" (about 6'x7') ficus tree creates damage.
i:e realize the committee meets this evening
and its probaly too late for this letter to
be heard, but we would certainly appreciate
the opportunity to speak to one of the committee
about this problem and let them know that we
too are "tree lovers" and have 5 others on our
property. Yx. Tast was unconcerned with out
problem. Sincerely,
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Name:
Address: lb
Phone Number:
Complaint: y
Date: 9 —6 ` 90
Species: /7
Damage: ~' -
sidewalk: LJ
Curb: (� L`2nc�'sd� P ✓s�iJ.,47L 4"
'Parkway: r1
Other: A
Parkway: Concrete M Brick f--1 Turf 0ther.M '
Comments: /S i Fezi, Sew,,g
Ss�s� .CVO, 3%� �2Ffi of 4 7 Peon /..e
Inspected by:
Supervisor's Recommendation:
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P.O. BOX 1768, NEWPORT BEACIJ'CA 92659-1768
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Comments:
Sincerely,
Jack Brooks
Park and Street Tree Superintendent
decision. please send a Tett6r•to-thb•Parks.,Ieaches and,
Recreation'Commiss on: Attention: 'Jack Brooks:
,City Ordinance 13.08.040;- Tampering With Planting,Prohibi.ted
NO ;pers kn-shall"'t,
rim,.-cut idoWn damage'-'IremoVe".or 4est•oy`any-
tree growing upo n any public'pa ,kt'.beach or,playground, or -,#e
•grounds of any!publjc:building,�,ora public• streetriqhtof-way,
without wri tte
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CITY' OFNEWFORT BEACH*
PARKS. BEACHES AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT:
P.O. BOX 1768, NEWPORT BEACIJ'CA 92659-1768
'Polak
(714) 644410',
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TO: Mr. 'Carr
1038Sea1ane
Corona del Mar, California
926,25
Your r equest for tree removal has been reviewed,.by,the.
Street Tree Committee and has been denied..
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Comments:
Sincerely,
Jack Brooks
Park and Street Tree Superintendent
decision. please send a Tett6r•to-thb•Parks.,Ieaches and,
Recreation'Commiss on: Attention: 'Jack Brooks:
,City Ordinance 13.08.040;- Tampering With Planting,Prohibi.ted
NO ;pers kn-shall"'t,
rim,.-cut idoWn damage'-'IremoVe".or 4est•oy`any-
tree growing upo n any public'pa ,kt'.beach or,playground, or -,#e
•grounds of any!publjc:building,�,ora public• streetriqhtof-way,
without wri tte
.n,,,permis�si .,o .the
330.0 New'port Boulevard, Newp'ort Beach'
Item No. 14
. CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
Parks, Beaches and Recreation Department
DATE: October 29, 1990
TO: Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission
FROM: Parks, Beaches and Recreation Director
SUBJECT: TREE APPEAL - 30 MORRO BAY DRIVE
The attached letter and related material provide the Commission
with information necessary to consider the appeal of Ms. Barbara
Butler on the two street trees at 30 Morro Bay Drive.
If there are questions, please call.
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Name: /��,j2 y.
Address: _2!z-'26 A46,ur0
Phone Number:
Complaint:
Species:
Damage:
Sidewalk: 0
Curb: f3
Parkway: f-1
Other: F-3
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Date:
Parkway: Concrete I-2 Brick 1ZI Turf Other El'
Comments: ScwE2 /�8'/2o Hr 3�
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Inspected by: V,4,i�e eon
Supervisor's Recommendation:
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH, ' . 1. -PARKS. BEACHES AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT, V.
P.O. BOX 1768, NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92659 - 17.68
(714);;64.4- 3162' ..:. .
TO: Mrs ".-'Butler
#30 Morro Bay
Corona del Mar, Ca., 92625 '
Your request for tree removal has been reviewed by the
Street Tree Committee and has been denied
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Comments:
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sion please send a letter'�to the Parks, Beaches and -
' w,. • Recreation' Commisiibn. Attention: Jack-Brooks: ;.
;'- •City. Ordihante,13:08. 040, - ": Tamperin4 W'itK�- Planting 'Prohibited
No, person'- sha1_l, trim, 'cut down,, damage,'; remove 9r: destroy; any,
;,"tree growing;.upon any public. park,• beach. oriplayground;.or, <the
; •• , :grounds of.. any.:public,building', 'or --a publicrstreet right -of -way;
without wr#teq;permjssjon,of,the City•Manager..
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Sincerely,
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Jack Brooks"•
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Park and t Street 'Tree Superintendent
`Y
"you wish to ialoeal the Street Tree Committee
sion please send a letter'�to the Parks, Beaches and -
' w,. • Recreation' Commisiibn. Attention: Jack-Brooks: ;.
;'- •City. Ordihante,13:08. 040, - ": Tamperin4 W'itK�- Planting 'Prohibited
No, person'- sha1_l, trim, 'cut down,, damage,'; remove 9r: destroy; any,
;,"tree growing;.upon any public. park,• beach. oriplayground;.or, <the
; •• , :grounds of.. any.:public,building', 'or --a publicrstreet right -of -way;
without wr#teq;permjssjon,of,the City•Manager..
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Item No. 15
• CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
Parks, Beaches and Recretion Department
DATE: October 29, 1990
TO: Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission
FROM: Parks, Beaches and Recreation Director
SUBJECT: VOLLEYBALL COURT RELOCATION
Recommendation:
Relocate beach volleyball court from 4105 Ocean Front to 41st
Street end. Relocate beach volleyball court located at 4307 Ocean
Front to 45th Street end (10 to 15 feet).
Discussion:
The relocation of the two courts was prompted by a Marine
Department request (attached).
Also included is a letter from Mr. Mayer, 4107 Seashore Drive, in
• support of the relocation of the above courts to street ends. Mr.
Mayer also requests relocation of all mid - street courts to the
street ends, therefore, eliminating all mid - street courts.
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• Parks, Beaches and Recreation Department
DATE: October 29, 1990
TO: Nancy Beard, Recreation Superintendent
FROM: Bob Granger, Recreation Supervisor
SUBJECT: BEACH VOLLEYBALL POLE INFORMATION
Currently, Corona del Mar State Beach is the only location with
metal poles (9 sets) . The reason we substituted metal for wood in
that specific location was due to the wooden standard being
constantly replaced as people used them for fire wood.
The metal poles are holding up fairly well. They are rusting from
the inside out. We predict in 2 or 3 years the rust will have
penetrated the outer surface.
Staff recommends aluminum poles with powder painting or hot dipped
galvanized poles to avoid the rust potential.
• Staff is currently researching the cost of the wooden poles vs. the
metal type.
The remaining courts throughout Newport Beach are the blue wooden
standards. The poles were painted blue to designate authorized
locations and ensure residents, users and City maintenance workers
that such courts were approved by the Parks, Beaches and Recreation
'Commission.
Bob Granger
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THE PARKS, BEACHES AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT WILL BE REVIEWING
THIS VOLLEYBALL COURT PLAYING AREA AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATION:
4307 OCEANFRONT
4105 OCEANFRONT
THESE VOLLEYBALL COURT LOCATIONS WILL BE REVIEWED FOR MOVING
TO 40TH AND 44TH STREET ENDS AT THE PARKS, BEACHES AND
RECREATION COPTIISSION MEETING OF TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 61 1990,
COPT9ISSION MEETINGS ARE CONDUCTED IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS,
3300 NEWPORT BOULEVARD, BEGINNING AT 7:00 P,M, OR AS SOON
THEREAFTER AS POSSIBLE,
ALL INTERESTED PERSONS ARE INVITED TO ATTEND SAID HEARING AND
EXPRESS THEIR OPINIOIS FOR OR AGAINST THE PROPOSED REVISIONS
TO THE VOLLEYBALL COURTS, SHOULD YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS,
PLEASE CONTACT BOB GRANGER, RECREATION SUPERVISOR, AT 644 -3151,
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cq4FpA r Marine Department
July 12, 1990
TO: BOB GRANGER, PARKS BEACHES AND RECREATION
FROM: Eric Bauer, Area 1B Supervisor
SUBJECT: QUANTITY AND PLACEMENT OF VOLLEYBALL COURTS -
We are experiencing some difficulties with the placement and number of
courts in the West Newport area. While it is our feeling that volleyball
is essential to the beach environment, we need to consider a method of re-
viewing the location of some of these courts.
The area that is in need of immediate review is the area between 40th
Street and 44th Street, where there are five courts. All other four
block sections have, at the most, two courts, with most sections having
• only one or none. The density of volleyball activity in this area makes
it difficult and dangerous to maneuver emergency equipment. This particular
area is also the narrowest point on the beach and the most densely populated.
Because the - courts in this area are haphazardly located with relationship to
the houses and the water, beach access for our vehicles is very limited on
crowded days.
Our suggestions would be to have a maximum of three courts per four block
section, with consideration given to beach access for emergency vehicles.
The courts should be placed an equal distance apart and an equal distance
from the houses. What the exact distance from the houses should be needs
to be put up for further discussion.
The final potential hazard is that some of the large beach trash con-
tainers are placed in close proximity to the coilrts and pose a potential
hazard.
Thank you for your consideration of this issue.
Sincerely,
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Eric A. Bauer, Marine Safety Officer
Marine Safety Department
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3�cc: David Harshbarger, Marine Director
John Blauer, Lieutenant, Marine Safety Department
3300 Newport Boulevard, Newport Beach
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4107 Seashore Drive. Newoort Reach, CA
October 15, 1990
Newport Beach Parks R Recreation Dept.
c/o 11r. Bob Granqer^
City Hall
Newport. Beach. CA 92663
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OCT 19 1990
Clir CLERK
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NEWMI BECH
92663. (714)
Subject. volley Ball Courts. 4405 Seashore Drive. NB.
Dear Mr. Granger,
I am the owner /resident of 4107 Seashore Drive
and wish to submit my uroent support to withdraw the permits for
not only 410: but for ALL mid —block volley ball courts.
As suggested. they should be .relocated in front of street
accesses away from homes.
We alonq with most permanent residents cherish the pristine
nature Of quiet ocean front living.
As a matter of fact. the city COUnty and state are soendino
millions for- improvements of infrastructure to enhance the
ouality of life in West Newport. The trend in hOUSinp is now
towards expensive sinol.e family residences away from duplexes
use for SUmmer /Winter rental=_.
I have lived with the old conflict between Residents and Non—
Residents for 30 Years.
The Residents which are always directly affected by activities
in front of their homes. obviously want to protect their quality
of life from deterioration. It must be understood that
every home owner considered and accepted the orevailinq
��Taconditions and amenities the public beach provide=_ at the time of
property purchase and has learned to live with these but also
iayer will protect them.
'Wnciimen
tanager Non— residents on the other hand do net have to out up with the
,ttorney nuisance created by crowds, bub never the less always seem to
M:l•Dlr• generate more pressure on the residents to accept less.
3ltgi D11* These same people would never stand for such nuisances in front
a&RDIr. of their own home=_.
.lan1 Dir
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'vy.iilr policy to accommddate the general oublic in a manner which does
Whet not result in a deterioration of the Ouality of life of Beach
'rr-ont Residents and the choices of amenities available for so
l,nnq.
•The siiecific width of the,beach should also be considered.
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Dear Mr. Granger,
I am the owner /resident of 4107 Seashore Drive
and wish to submit my uroent support to withdraw the permits for
not only 410: but for ALL mid —block volley ball courts.
As suggested. they should be .relocated in front of street
accesses away from homes.
We alonq with most permanent residents cherish the pristine
nature Of quiet ocean front living.
As a matter of fact. the city COUnty and state are soendino
millions for- improvements of infrastructure to enhance the
ouality of life in West Newport. The trend in hOUSinp is now
towards expensive sinol.e family residences away from duplexes
use for SUmmer /Winter rental=_.
I have lived with the old conflict between Residents and Non—
Residents for 30 Years.
The Residents which are always directly affected by activities
in front of their homes. obviously want to protect their quality
of life from deterioration. It must be understood that
every home owner considered and accepted the orevailinq
��Taconditions and amenities the public beach provide=_ at the time of
property purchase and has learned to live with these but also
iayer will protect them.
'Wnciimen
tanager Non— residents on the other hand do net have to out up with the
,ttorney nuisance created by crowds, bub never the less always seem to
M:l•Dlr• generate more pressure on the residents to accept less.
3ltgi D11* These same people would never stand for such nuisances in front
a&RDIr. of their own home=_.
.lan1 Dir
3 leeC (ef It is my opinion that the City Council mu =_t fo- mulate a permanent
'vy.iilr policy to accommddate the general oublic in a manner which does
Whet not result in a deterioration of the Ouality of life of Beach
'rr-ont Residents and the choices of amenities available for so
l,nnq.
•The siiecific width of the,beach should also be considered.
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This deliberation should not only include vollev ball courts. but
also prohibit the placement, of permanent improvement=_ on narrow
stretches of shiftino sands, such as additional bicycle paths a.nd
consider General Services access and ease of oolicino.
turfing and ouiet beach enioyment by the oener•al public in fr nt
of residences has not been a problem for us and should be
encouraged in future planning.
Volley ball courts and tournaments directly-in front of homes. on
the other hand, have manv negative attributes for the residents.
such as: -
i. It concentrates crowds 40 -50 feet from our patios-
2. '
Ib concentrates trash. Reach cleanuo equipment has to drive
around the nets, leavino trash uncollected.
It concentrates noise in front of homes.
4. It creates an unbelievable amount of dust, which the off share
winds blow towards and into the homes.
One really must be into dust to enjoy a PBQ dinrer on rhe
patio when oame=_ are in or•ooress.
. They block o.ff.beach areas for specific rather than general
use and disrupt the wonderful natural view.
6. The counts are too close to the front orooerty !Ines a--d
should be placed at least 75 feet out.
7. Police and Lifeguards have problem=_ with the court=_.
P. The width of the beach should be considered when pla•_Inq
c n u•rt S.
There are presently THREE. not two volley ball counts. end to
end. within the 4100 block of Seashore. which is one of the
narrowert stretches of .beach..
4101 Seashore. . - ;0 feet out from prop line.
4105 Seashore. 66 feet out from prop line.
at 42nd Street access.
I hope this letter will be considered favorably when this matter
is debated.
Si erely Yours.
cc:/Mayor of Newport Peach,
Ruth Plummer
Mnt" er C. aver• West Newport Home Owners Assoc.
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A R C H I T E C T. A. 1. A.
October 19, 1990
City of Newport Beach
3300 Newport Blvd.
-Newport Beach, CA 92660
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RE: Creation of public park by way of road closure at Bolsa Ave.
Dear Members of the City Council:
In order to meet the needs of our citizenry and further beautify
our community, we ask your approval of this park proposal.
Our West Newport Heights area, bounded by 15th, Old Newport Blvd.,
Orange and Westminister streets, has no park space available to
it. Also, no large undeveloped private parcel exists that might
be acquired. Therefore, we look forward to this alternative method
of park development by the closure and conversion of a portion
of Bolsa.
Bolsa Avenue is a low -use residential street, approximately 255
yds. long, running from 15th St. to Old Newport. By "disconnecting"
it from the commercially-oriented, Old Newport Blvd., we can keep
traffic residential within our area.
Probable costs of implementation are considered by Public Works
to be fairly minimal - under $100,000, because of the lack of
land acquisition costs. Also, the recent building in our area
has contributed substantially to the "park fund" by of the
park dedication fees charged to,each new housing unit. Yet, these
monies have not gone back into our neighborhood. With this park,
we hope to change that.
After initial meetings with the heads of the city departments
necessarily involved, we've accumulated the items required for
approval - except for one item, and that's City Council blessing.
To sum up, then, we present our proposa1 by saying we
we want it, we deserve it, and we improve the city by
it.
Thank you,
�1 Brad Smith& Bill Guidero 1
for the West Newport Heights Homeowers
2515 EAST COAST HIGHWAY CORONA DEL MAR, CALIFORNIA 92625
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October 1, 1990
City of Newport Beach
3300 Newport Blvd.
Newport Beach, CA
RE: Closure of Bolsa Ave.
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Dear Members of the Planning Commission and City Council:
I have reviewed the proposed plans for the closure of Bolsa
between Broad St. and North Newport Blvd. as presented by Mr.
Brad Smith. I have no opposition to this proposal, and support
the notion of creating a neighborhood park in its stead.
Yours,
Ralph Irwin
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City of Newport Beach
3300 Newport Boulevard
Newport Beach, California 92660
Re: Closure of Bolsa Avenue
912 Via Lido Nord
Newport Beach, California 92663
October 12, 1990
Dear Members of the Planning Commission and City Council:
I have reviewed the proposed plans for the closure
of Bolsa between Broad Street and North Newport
Boulevard as presented by Mr. Brad Smith. I have no
opposition to this proposal and support the notion
of creating a neighborhood park in its stead.
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Allan J. Carlton, Jr.
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OCT 19 1990
CITY CLERK
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PETITION.TO•SUPPORT THE ROAD CLOSURE
OF BOLSA AVENUE BETWEEN NORTH NEWPORT BLVD. AND BROAD ST.
The undersigned homeowners and residents wish to .make their feelings known
to the members of the Planning Commission and City Council.
We are in support of the closure of the street at this location, as well as
the proposed creation of a public ,park area.
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The undersigned homeowners and residents wish to make their feelings known
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Item No. 17
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
Parks, Beaches and Recreation Department
October 29, 1990
Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission
Parks, Beaches and Recreation Director
JOINT MEETING WITH CITY COUNCIL NOVEMBER 26, 1990
The Commission is scheduled to meet with the City Council at their
Study Session on November 26, 1990 at 2:00 P.M. Chair Grant has
determined that the Goals and Objectives developed by the
Commission is an item that should be shared with the Council. In
addition, an information data report will be developed that shows
the diversity of our programs. Other items of interest should be
determined to allow an agenda report to be prepared.
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Item No. 18
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
Parks, Beaches and Recreation Department
DATE: October 29, 1990
TO: Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission
FROM: Parks, Beaches and Recreation Director
SUBJECT: CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS, 1990 -91
CARRIED OVER
Restrooms - CYC, Eastbluff - Public Works Department bid package to
City Council for authorization to proceed.
Field Renovation - CYC - Public Works Department bid package to
City Council for authorization to proceed.
Little Corona - Construction contract awarded.
1990 -91
Cliff Drive Park Design
Newport Shores Park
Oasis Expansion
Channel Place Park Basketball Court
Playground Equipment Replacement
Backbay Regional Park
$ 15,000 - Being reviewed
by homeowners
$150,000 - Consultant
selected by
Public Works
$500,000 - Plans and specs
being prepared
$ 15,000 - Bids received
$ 35,000 - Las Arenas
equipment
purchased
Information Sheet Attached
Ronald A. Whitley
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PROJECT STATUS
With earnest and Informative input from Citizen Advisory
Committee participants, a preferred concept of the General
Development Plan for Upper Newport Bay Regional Park has
been been developed. Remaining is an Informational
presentation of the Concept Plan to the Harbors, Beaches and
Parks Commission scheduled for September 26. Completing this
phase of the project represents the product of a longer -thon-
expected planning process to allow discussion from concerned
special interest groups who provided valuable feedback for
Planning of the park. The remaining General Development
Planning Process includes refinement and design of the park
Plans as well as a General Development Plan Report, a master
Plan guide for the ultimate development of the park. In
conjunction with this document, a Resource Management Plan
Report, a user's manual to park personnel for managing the
Park's resources, will be provided. A final Harbors, Beaches and
Parks Commission presentation is expected toward the end of the
year.
PREVIOUS CAC MEETINGS
Previous CAC meetings brought forward various community
•reactions to proposed troll designs. Noting these varied
reactions, HBP presented three park concept plans that
consolidated citizen input from past meetings into three
general categories. Low, Medium and High Intensity Plans. A
fourth plan, the HBP Park Concept Plan, attempted to meld
these three CAC plans Into one that allowed the optimum
recreational use and yet provided the greatest protection of
the sensitive resources of the park.
Many planning issues pertained to conflicting natural
resources and human use needs on the Westboy parcel.
Recognizing the limited carrying capacity of that park parcel
to support all historic recreational uses without Jeopardizing its
sensitive natural resources, it was finally determined to limit
uses to a pedestrian- orlentation. The following briefly provides
an overview of the proposed HBP concept elements listed by
park parcel for future park development,
EASTBLUFF PARCEL
1. Retain existing bike and pedestrian connections at
Jamboree. Improve pedestrian connection.
2. Retain existing paved bike troll along Backbay Drive
with improved delineation for bike trail.
3. Retain automobile use on Backbay Drive. Add
parking bays along Backbay Drive.
• 4. Provide no blufftop trolls. Provide bike and pedestrian
troll connection to Eostbluff Park.
UPPER NEWPORT BAY
REGIONAL PARK
NEWSLETTER
September 7990
fits Is the third in a series of
newsletters designed to Inform
interested parties of the Upper
Newport Say Regional Park status
during the General Development
Planning Process.
SANTA ANA —
HEIGHTS PARCEL
WESTBAY--J V EASTBLUFF
PARCEL. PARCEL
5. Provide limited boardwalk Interpretive nodes
(pedestrian) at key areas along Backboy Drive.'
6. Provide interpretive group parking / staging area at
Sheilmoker Island for group tours.'
SANTA ANA HEIGHTS PARCEL
z Retain existing formal bike, riding, and hiking trails.
8. Provide no additional trails. Revegetate informal dirt
trails (such as troll adjacent to the wetlands) to
consolidate use.
9. Provide pedestrian, bike, and equestrian connections
to Mesa Drive.
10. Enhance the corridor for wildlife,
WESTBAY PARCEL
11. Provide on interpretive Center near University Avenue,
with limited on -site parking (approximately 100
spaces).
12. Retain existing paved bike trails along University and
Irvine Avenues. Provide bicycle rest- stops.
13. Provide no equestrian trails west of the Santa Ana
Delhi Channel Bridge.
14. Provide a perimeter pedestrian trail located parallel,
but away from Irvine and University Avenues with
berming and vegetation to buffer use from Irvine Ave.
15, Provide a blufftop trail forpedestrlans, use restrictions
compatible with critical biological periods.
16, Provide overlooks for interpretation of upland and
lowland habitats.
Recommendations for non -park property. Requires
coordination with State of California and /or City of
Newport Beach,
UPCOMING SCHEDULE
The concept plans will be presented to the Harbors, Beaches and
Parks Commission as an Informational Item on September 26, no
action Is required at this time. The next scheduled CAC meeting
will be held October 10 at 7,00 PM of the Newport Dunes Aquatic
Park in Newport Beach. Notices regarding this meeting will be
molled,to -CAC members approximately one week prior to the
meeting. CAC members who do not receive a notice should
contact Mary Murray at HBP (714) 568.4979.
COUNTY OF ORANGE
Harbors, Beaches 0 Parks
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Item No. 19
• CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
Parks, Beaches and Recreation Department
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DATE: October 29, 1990
TO: Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission
FROM: Parks, Beaches and Recreation Director
SUBJECT: FACILITY INSPECTIONS
The attached is recycled as a reminder that Facility Inspections
are due by December 1, 1990.
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CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission
DATE: September 11, 1990
TO: Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission
FROM: Taylor Grant, Chair
SUBJECT: Facility Inspections
The following locations have been determined as those to be
inspected by each Commissioner:
Jo Vandervort
Bonita Creek Park
Las Arenas Park
38th Street Park
Bayside Drive Park
Kings Road Park
Rhine Wharf Park
A. Z. Taft
Buffalo Hills Park
Lincoln Athletic Center
West Newport Community Center
Begonia Park
"L" Street Park
Spyglass Park
Taylor Grant
Carroll Beek Community Center
Mariners Park
West Newport Park
Channel Place Park
Lido Park
Spyglass Reservoir Park
Pete Compton
Cliff Drive Park
Newport Theatre Arts Center
Ensign View Park
Lookout Point
Westcliff Park
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Gale Demmer
Eastbluff Park
Oasis Senior Citizens Center/
Oasis Passive Park
Galaxy view Park
Newport Island Park
West Jetty Park
Virginia Herberts
Grant Howald Park /CYC
San Joaquin Hills Park
Inspiration Point
Old School Park
Bayview Park
John Konwiser
Irvine Terrace Park
San Miguel Park
Jasmine View Park
Peninsula Park
15th Street Park
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Item No. 20
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
Parks, Beaches and Recreation Department
October-22, 1990
STUDY SESSION
ITEM. NO.
TO:
Mayor
and City
Council
FROM:
Parks,
Beaches
and Recreation Director
SUBJECT: BONITA CREEK PARK, JR. ALL - AMERICAN FOOTBALL
The attached letter and related material from Mr. Dan Rabun
requesting resolve of Bonita Creek Park uses was preliminarily
reviewed by the City Council on September 24, 1990. The Council
requested information on parking, noise, hours of operation and
scheduling. Specifically, the following is provided:
1. Parking. There are 109 parking spaces within Bonita "Creek
Park. This parking allocation is the - largest of any public
park in Newport Beach. We are currently working to provide
overflow parking on MWD land adjacent to the park.
2. Noise. The Jr. All- American Football Program does create
cheering, referee whistles and noise above levels found in
most youth sport activities. We have conditioned their use
to not allow air horns, amplified sound or musical instru-
ments.
3. Hours of Operation: The park is available for use from
9:00 A.M. to 10 :00 P.M. Our lights are programmed to not
allow use after 10:00 P.M. as a courtesy to surrounding
neighbors.
4. Scheduling. The Jr. All- American Football Program uses
Bonita Creek Park on eight (8) Saturdays for games. A
copy of their official game schedule is attached. In
addition, local teams practice on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and
Thursdays from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.
A similar letter. from Mr. Ra" "bun to the Parks, Beaches and
Recreation Commission was considered at their meeting of Septem-
ber 4, 1990. The Commission unanimously approved a motion to
continue the use of the facility by Jr. All- American Football with
the time and noise conditions as listed to be strictly enforced.
The Commission felt that every effort was made to inform the
residents that Bonita Creek Park would be night lighted and used
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for community sports groups. The Irvine Company disclosure
statement used in the sales process clearly stated that the park
will be a public athletic facility and will involve lighted night
time use.
The park planning process was lengthly and involved a large number
of users and local residents to determine the approved plan. All
components of the park were well thought out and the design has
,received an award from the California Architects Association.
The, Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission has had several
members monitor the Jr. All- American Football Program this fall.
They have found the program to be very worthwhile and problems of
noise and parking to be of minimal impact. They have expressed a
desire to provide verbal comments when the City Council addresses
this matter.
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Ronald A. Whitley
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FIELD SCHEDULE FOR JR, ALL AMERICAN FOOTI -a i
BONITA CREEK PARK
ALL SATURDAYS
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'OCTOBER 13TH 2 GAMES FROM 3:00 PM TO 10:00 P
OCTOBER 20TH 2 GAMES FROM 3:00 PM TO 10:00 P
OCTOBER 27TH 3 GAMES FROM 9:00 PM TO 6:00 PM
NOVEMBER 3RD 2 GAMES FROM 3:00-PM TO 10:00 PH
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To give a little background, the City had for many years desired
to have an "active recreational facility" for "high intensity"
uses like softball, football, and soccer and the last possible
location in the City was the present site. Three things went wrong
however in the planning, and design of the "park" as it is today.
1. The park is bordered on one side, in close proximity, to single
family homes.
2. The design of the park did not allow for the presence of these
homes.
a. Hon Whitley, lion 'Hebb, and Jim iiewicker all told me that
noise was not considered in planning and designing the park.
The lighting was the largest concern at -'.he 'irte:.
b. The entrance to the park is such that all traffic to and
from the park must pass through a residential area - the
large majority being directly behind the single family homes.
c. The active, noise generating areas are toward the homes
while the passive areas such as the parking lot are away
from the homes.
3• The City, although it required that disclosure be made to all
buyers in the area, did not do anything to ensure that this was
done adequately. Noone at the City reviewed the disclosure
statement, no drawings or other documented information was made
available when requested, and no signs or other public notice
was posted at the site to inform of the City's "intent to �rovide
active recreational facilities with night lighted fields." Copies
are attached of what was posted and what should have been posted
(as was done in an identical situation in Yorba Linda.). Attached
also is a copy of the disclosure we signed. The disclosure does not
mention football, nor does it use the words "active" or "high intensity" which
are both key words commonly used and understood in describing park facilities.
1. Page 55, Paragraph 4, North Ford PC Text Copy attached.
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I am requesting your help in resolving a very
serious
problem.
The Bonita Creek "Park" facility
is being used
for
activities
which it is not• designed to
accommodate. The
noise
and traffic
thereby created is a major nuisance
and hazard
to
both the local
residents and the "park" users.
Furthermore,
the
disclosure given
to us at the time we bought
our homes (before
the
"park" was ever
built) did not disclose that
this type of activity
and nuisance
would be present.
To give a little background, the City had for many years desired
to have an "active recreational facility" for "high intensity"
uses like softball, football, and soccer and the last possible
location in the City was the present site. Three things went wrong
however in the planning, and design of the "park" as it is today.
1. The park is bordered on one side, in close proximity, to single
family homes.
2. The design of the park did not allow for the presence of these
homes.
a. Hon Whitley, lion 'Hebb, and Jim iiewicker all told me that
noise was not considered in planning and designing the park.
The lighting was the largest concern at -'.he 'irte:.
b. The entrance to the park is such that all traffic to and
from the park must pass through a residential area - the
large majority being directly behind the single family homes.
c. The active, noise generating areas are toward the homes
while the passive areas such as the parking lot are away
from the homes.
3• The City, although it required that disclosure be made to all
buyers in the area, did not do anything to ensure that this was
done adequately. Noone at the City reviewed the disclosure
statement, no drawings or other documented information was made
available when requested, and no signs or other public notice
was posted at the site to inform of the City's "intent to �rovide
active recreational facilities with night lighted fields." Copies
are attached of what was posted and what should have been posted
(as was done in an identical situation in Yorba Linda.). Attached
also is a copy of the disclosure we signed. The disclosure does not
mention football, nor does it use the words "active" or "high intensity" which
are both key words commonly used and understood in describing park facilities.
1. Page 55, Paragraph 4, North Ford PC Text Copy attached.
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The situation that has made the above deficiencies evident is the
Bonita Creek "Park" for the Junior All America Football Program.
The issue is not us against youth sports as some people try to
twist it. This same problem would exist with any large public
event held at the "Park ". The noise and traffic generated by such
events is unreasonable and downright unbearable. For three evenings
a week and anywhere from 6 to 13 hours on Saturdays we are subjected
to shrill referee whistles every 30 seconds or so, screaming coaches,
crowd noise from up to 300 people., organized cheerleading teams,
busloads of singing supporters,, car horns, 'traffic from•50n -1000
extra cars, etc.; etc., etc. I•have measured sound -levels over 75.
decibels (dba) at my bedroom window up to 900 or 10 :00 pm on
Saturday. The levels rarely fall below 55 dba (the current limit
on noises generated by pool equipment and such). To be subjected
to this kind of noise is unbearable psychological torture. I invite
every Council Member to visit my home and see for themselves if the
noise is reasonable. In summary, the use of Bonita Creek "Park"
for this program is inappropriate.
In terms of a solution, I offer the following.
1. This program was conducted for several years before Bonita Creek
was built at Corona Del Mar High School. I have not heard a
good reason why it could not be moved back there.
2. If that is not possible, why not use the same facilities that
the local high school football teams use? They can't be
scheduled for Saturdays.
3. Locate a proper facility in another nearby City.
4. If night lighting is required, add the lights at CDM High School
or some other such facility.
If I had received the proper disclosure that this type of situation
would exist at the "Park ", I would never have bought my home, as I
believe noone else would either. As an example, imagine what would
happen-if you tried to build this same facility with the same noise
and traffic in an existing neighborhood. You could •never do it. We
have no Community Park anywhere nearby that we can use.
What should have been a Community Park has been turned into an
athletic stadium that imports all its activity from other areas
and leaves us local residents to suffer the consequences. This
is not fair.
I urge you to put yourselves in our position. I believe that a
solution should be easy to find with a little effort.
I am anxious to meet with you to present my case and-to answer any
questions you may have.
• Attachments: Excerpt from North Ford PC Text
Park Signs .(2)
Disclosure Statement
L.A. Article -Noise Limits
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affordable for a period of ten 1101 years from the data of
original occupancy. Dependent on the availability, of Mortgage
Revenue Bond Financing and CDBG funds, the City will determine
the mix of ownership and rental affordable housing units.
These affordable housing units shall be developed prior to or
concurrent with the other development in the North Ford area
and the additional 221,2!0 square, feet of office permitted in
Xoll Canter Newport - Office Site C.
3. That A fire station site 11>6 reserved within the project area.
4. That residential uses developed shall comply with the
requirements of the park dedication ordinance thrpugh' land
dedication. The park "to shall be parcelled, and made
accessible concurrent with approval of the first residential
development. The City shall have the right to ceemence site
improvements concurrent with development or the first
residential tract. If the entire park is not developed prior t<
occupancy of the first residential unit, a mechanism shall be
edt a ed to intorm all first and subsequent occupants and
ownors or the commmnity park location and the intent to provide
active recreational facilities Vito night lighted fields
S. That the Eastoluff Drive extension Do deleted from the City's
Master Plan of Streets and Highways.
6. That the extension or University Drive South to Hastbluff Drive
North be designated on the City's Master Plan or Streets and
Highways as A Primry Road - four lanes divided.
7. That projected noise contour lines be adjusted for revised
roadway alignments.
U. That letters, of service regarding water, sewer, and school
services be executed prior to approval of any Tentative Tract
Map.
9. That a development agreement between the City of Newport Beach
and The Irvine Company be executed prior to or concurrent with
any rurther discretionary approvals. This agreement shall
address provision of affordable housing, parkland dedication,
traffic and circulation system improvements, dedications and
exactions, the fire station reservation, and the phasing or all
components. Tne development in North Ford /San Diego Creek
South and the additional 221,250 square feet of development in
Koll Center Newport - Office Site C shall be subject to this
agreement.
30. At the time of future discretionary approvals the project shall
be required to contribute a sum equal to its fair share of
future circulation system improvements as shown on the City's
Master Plan of Streets and Highways and other mitigation
measures as required. The 2[1,250 square feet of otrice and
120 dwelling units shall not be subject to fair share
requirements.
Regularly passed one adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of Newport
Beach on the 28th day or September, 1983, by the following vote, to wit:
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The lend use map on the reverse side depict current and proposed land uses in the area surrounding your new dwelling on IoVunit
of tract in Newport North. The map is provided for your Information and should be fully reviewed to determine
�v your property might be affected by future development.
1. Future Development: Present plane to develop the real property posed at Ford Road and the So Joaquin HNie 11ansporueon Cor-
adjoln ng or in the vicinity of your unit or lot ars described on the
land use map. No warranties or representations are made that
such land uses will be carried out or will remain the same in the
future. Future development not shown on the map may occur.
2. View: Any view from your lot or land, whether developed or_
undeveloped, is not intended as part of the value of your property
and is not guaranteed. Future development may affect yourview.
3. Overflights: Residents of Newport North can expect airplane
and jet noise from overflight activities originating from John
Wayne Airport.
4. UCI Land Use: The area easterly of MacArthur Boulevard between
a�i i_W and University Drive is within the University of Cal -
lfomia inclusion area, currently planned for future development.
5. San Joaquin Hilts Transportailon Corridor: The County of Orange
has adopted on its master plan of arterial highways an'approved
route for the planned San Joaquin Hills Transportation Corridor.
The Transportation Corridor will extend from the Corona del
• Mar Freeway (Route 73) at Jamboree Road in the City of Newport
Beach, continue generally parallel to an easterly relocated
MacArthur Boulevard adjacent to Newport North and turn east
near Bonita Canyon Drive.
Near Newport North, the configuration of arterial highways was
scrutinized closely as part of transportation analyses prepared
by the County of Orange and City of Newport Beach. It is antick
pated that modification of several planned and existing arterials
will be proposed as part of the San Joaquin Hills Transportation
Corridor construction. At this time the County is proposing that
MacArthur Boulevard be relocated easterly to accommodate the
corridor, that a segment of Bonita Canyon Drive easterly of
MacArthur be abandoned and that Bison Avenue be extended
easterly to interchange with the corridor and to connect with
California Avenue on the U.C.I. campus. Noise levels in Newport
North will increase when the corridor is constructed.
For further information, contact the Orange County Transporta-
tion and Planning Division at (714) 834.5390
rldor and could vary in size from approximately two saes to four
am Aocess to the Park- end -Ride facility would be schleved
diracdy from special corridor ramps to ford Road.
7 Public Park: A twelve -acre city -owned facility is proposed for the
oorner Drive and LeVida. Facilities could include:
Two (2) softball fields, ons'(1) adult soccer field, concession
area, and parking faciltties. THESE FACILITIES WILL INVOLVE
LIGHTED NIGHT TIME USE. For informatlon please contact the
City of ewport at (714) 8443151.
a Commercial Site: The site consists of approximately five was
meson Avenue and Camelback. The anticipated devel-
ooment will consist of approximately 50,001), square feet of
restaurant and retail uses and a service station. The buildings
may be a maximum of thirty -two feet high with Nhted parking
faculties.
9. Can n l arldfl11: The Cotmly of Orange operates a major
- soli waste Ian u n Coyote Canyon (approximately 2 miles
southeast of Newport North) serving the central and southern
portions of Orange County. This facility is planned to be in opera-
tion through the end of 1986. For further Information, contact the
Orange County General Services Program, Solid Waste Manage-
ment Office, (714) 834.8100.
10. Sayview Development: The area located northwesterty of Newport
North at the comer of Bristol and Jamboree is planned to include
single - family detached and attached homes, office buildings and
a hotel.
J1. Geologtc gonditlons: An inactive ged!ogical (earthquake) fault"
zone was discovered during mass grading of the Newport North
community. Certain grading procedures were followed as recom-
mended by the developer's soils engineer. Soil and geotechnical
reports are available at the City of Newport Beach.
12. No Representation: No salesperson, employee or agent has the
authority to make any representations to you which contradict
the foregoing matters. You acknowledge that no representations
have been made to you by any such persons upon whom you
have relied in the purchase of the property. Please indicate below
6. Transit Facility Orange County: A Park - and -Ride facility is,pro- any contrary statements made by a sales representative.
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Item No. 14
September 14, 1990
Parks, Beaches and Recreation Dept.
City of Newport Beach
3300 Newport Blvd.
Newport Bch., CA 92663
The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the problems assosciated
with using Bonita Creek Park for the Jr. All American Football Program.
This past Saturday September 8, was the first game day. We were
awakened at 6:30 am by the sounds of someone hammering while assembling
some bleachers to be used for team photographs. He decided to do this
in the'end zone near our homes. At the same time a large flatbed
truck rumbled by, delivering the scissor lift platform used for
videotaping the games. The extra car traffic continued in earnest
from then up to the start of the games at 9 am, when the parking
lot was full (note that there were no softball games scheduled for
this day) and the bike lanes around the park were filled with 35 cars
parked illegally (not counting the 15 cars or so that can now park
legally along the south side of the park). I estimate that during
a one hour period from 8 to 9 am, there were 150 extra car trips
behind my home above normal for a Saturday. (That's one every 24 seconds)
Each car (assuming the radio is not blasting or they don't honk their
horns to signal a friend) creates a decibel level of 62 -65 dBA for
4 -5 seconds. This equates to a major nuisance.
The entire scenario repeats itself at 2 hour intervals as each new
game is played.
Now we get to the noise from the games themselves. This was a "short"
-day in that the games only lasted for 6 hours (from 9 am to 3 pm).
The effect of cheering and referee whistles blowing every 30 seconds
or so is absolute psychological torture. You cannot imagine it unless.
you have to live through it. One hour is too much, let alone the
usual 12 or 13:
I understand that this activity used to be held at Corona Del Mar
High School. Why can't it be moved back there?
I implore you to investigate possible alternate sites for this
activity baseion -my conviction to continue to appeal my cause to
the City Council and beyond if necessary.
cc Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission
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Sincer ,
Dan Rabun
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NEWPORT BEACH 1R. ALL AMERICAN FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION,_ INC.
881' DOVER DRIVE, SUITE 14 -'27
NEWPORT BEACH, CALIFORNIA 92663
October 2, 1990 (714) 646 -0931
Dear Mr. Whitley
Director of Parks,Beaches & Recreations'
City Of Newport Beach
3300 Newport Boulevard
Newport Beach, California 92663
Dear Mr. Whitley:
The Board of Newport Jr. All- American Football wanted me to drop
you a note voicing our concern and actions involving the noise
and parking at Bonita Creek Park.
We have instituted the following policies for this season:
• 1) We have banned any artificial noise makers (air horns,
trumpets etc.)
2) We are no longer using hammers at any time, to pound
stakes used to rope field.
3) We have eliminated the use of rented scissor platform
which was delivered by a semi - truck.
4) The cheerleaders now only practice one evening per
week, Tuesday from 6 -7:30 PM.
5) We have informed all parents to park in softball lots
first and to carpool when possible.
Being a 100% volunteer organization, glitches sometimes happen.
We hired a photo,company to take team photos on our first game
Saturday. Unbeknownst to us, the photo company erected a video
platform early in the morning. This will not happen again. A
video platform has been built by one of our parents and the need
for the rental platform delivery has been eliminated.
The community support and involvement for our program is growing
dramatically. The program is 300% larger than it was four years
• ago, in terms of youth participation.
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We wish to make every effort to get along with the community.
The sounds of children laughing, yelling, and having a, good time
in a supervised safe environment, sure beats gang warfare, the
sound of gunfire, and the blight of graffiti.
Thanks for letting us give the kids a chance.
BestA regards,
zz�L'
John M. Walz
President
cc: Taylor Grant
Nancy Beard
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Item No. 21
• CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
Parks, Beaches and Recreation Department
DATE: October 29, 1990
TO: Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission
FROM: Parks, Beaches and Recreation Director
SUBJECT: CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROPOSALS 1991 -92
Our preliminary review and proposed development for 1991 -92 Capital
Improvement requests should occur in November.
Projects identified to this point are:
1. Oasis Expansion - Third and final year funding - $350,000.
2. Newport Shores Park - $50,000 needed to complete this
project.
3. North Star Beach - $100,000 to develop turf and picnic area.
• 4. Park Facility Improvement Fund - $50,000
5. Bolsa Ave. Mini Park - $75,000
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6. Playground Equipment Replacement Fund - $50,000
7. Cal Trans East Linear View Park - $100,000
8. Lincoln Soccer Field Lights - $40,000
Ronald A. Whitley,
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