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PARKS, BEACHES AND RECREATION' COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING TO BE HELD TUESDAY, MARCH 7, 1995
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
7:00 P.M.
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - Meeting of February 7, 1995
III. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Members of the public are invited to comment on non agenda items.
Speakers are limited to three minutes.
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
• All matters listed under Consent Calendar (1 -8) are considered by
the Commission to be routine and will all be enacted by one motion
in the form listed below. The Commission members have received
detailed staff reports on each of the items recommending approval.
There will be no separate discussion of these items prior to the time
the Commission votes on the motion unless members of the
Commission, staff or the public request specific items to be
discussed and/or removed from the Consent Calendar for separate
action.
Members of the public who wish to discuss a Consent Calendar
item should come forward to the lectern upon invitation by the
Chair, state their name and Consent Calendar Item Number, and
complete the sign -in card provided at the podium.
L Acceptance of Donation and Change of Designated Street Tree
(Report Attached)
Approve change of designated street tree on Acacia Avenue and
• accept donation of four trees and concrete grates from Ruby's
Restaurant.
2. Tree Donation (Report Attached)
Accept donation of one palm tree from Nann Von Oppenheim.
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3. Bench Donation (Report Attached)
• Accept the donation of one bench from Helen Stanley.
4. Bench Donation Plaque (Report Attached)
Deny request from Jennifer Albers to deviate from City Council
policy regarding verbiage for donated bench plaque.
5. Maintenance Safety Inspections (Report Attached)
Status report on maintenance safety inspections originally
undertaken by the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission
and staff members.
6. Park and Tree Division (Report Attached)
Report of Park and Tree Division activities during February and
upcoming projects for March.
7. Recreation and Senior Services (Reports Attached)
Report of activities during February for these two divisions.
8. Date for July Commission Meeting (Report Attached)
Approve meeting on July 11 due to 4th of July Holiday.
9. Main Street Ficus Trees (Report Attached)
Removal of sidewalk trees in Central. Balboa.
10. Tree Removal at 350 Buena Vista Avenue (Report Attached)
Appeal to remove three Ficus trees.
11. Progress Report on Recreation and Open Space Element
(Verbal Report)
12. Report from Park and Open Space Committee (Verbal Report)
Meeting of the combined review team for the Upper Castaways
View Park on February 28.
13. Marian Bergeson Aquatic Center (Report Attached)
Discussion of appropriate action regarding use of pool.
VI. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
• Matters which Commissioners may wish to put on a future agenda or raise
for discussion.
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Staff present: David E. Niederhaus, General
Services Director
Nancy Beard, Recreation
Superintendent
Marcelino Lomeli, Park and Tree
Maintenance Superintendent
Dottie Flohr, Secretary
I. ORDER AND ROLL CALL
The Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission was called to
order at 7:00 P.M.
Roll call was taken. Commissioners Compton, Demmer,
Glasgow, Grant, Hart and Schonlau were present.
Commissioner Vandervort was absent.
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
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Commissioner Grant moved the minutes of the January 3,
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1995 meeting be approved as presented. Unanimous.
III. PUBLIC COMMENTS - None
IV. CONSENT CALENDAR
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The following items were approved except for those items
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removed from the•Consent Calendar.
Item #1 - Communication
Accept letter from Cherie Hart regarding her resignation from
the Commission.
Item #2 - Bench Donation
Approve donation of one concrete bench from Toby and
Jennifer Albers.
Item #3 - Removed from Consent Calendar
Item #4 - Park and Street Tree Division
Approve report of Park and Tree Division activities during
January and upcoming projects for February.
Item #5 - Removed from Consent Calendar
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Item #3 - Tree Removal Main Street, Balboa
Director Niederhaus reported that the graphics displayed
were submitted by Ken Delino, Assistant City Manager, who
is out of town and'has no objection to this item being
postponed to the March meeting. The graphics show the
proposed streetscape design and improvements intended to
help revitalize the area.
Commissioner Demmer recommended that this item be
postponed to the March meeting. She requested the Urban
Forester prepare a report assessing the value, health and
condition of the subject trees. Correcting page 2 of the report
submitted by Mr. Delino, she stated that this Commission, by
policy, reviews all aspects of public tree removals.
Commissioner Demmer also recommended that a,committee
be formed to review the proposed design.
Doug Boyd, 2101 E. Balboa, addressed the Commission and
gave a brief history of the Specific Area Plan. Mr. Boyd
stated the ficus trees are currently so heavy that the Pavilion
cannot be seen and the roots are also very invasive. He
recommended the trees be removed in order to provide the
merchants with an open streetscape and a pedestrian friendly
environment.
Jack Camp, 1401 Quail Street, addressed the Commission on
behalf of Langdon- Wilson, the design firm retained to
develop the streetscape for 'Main Street. Mr. Camp reported
that there is a total of eighteen trees, eight of which• are
proposed to be removed in order to open up the street while
maintaining the canopy effect. Three trees would be removed
on each side of the street and two located by the Pavillion;
leaving ten trees. Six parking spaces are also proposed for
removal.
Cindy Doran addressed the Commission on behalf of those
residents opposed to the tree removals. She stated that the
trees add an overall beauty to the area and hide the
homeliness of the store fronts, cracked cement and telephone
wires. She pointed out that 100 residents were contacted on '
the subject and 90% oppose removing any trees.
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Elaine Linhoff, 1760 E. Ocean Boulevard, addressed the
Commission. Ms. Linhoff commented that removing the
parking might help to make the area more pedestrian friendly
but stated she is opposed to the tree removals.
Kay Mortenson, 1530 Miramar Drive, addressed the
Commission. Ms. Mortenson stated the ficus trees are one of
the most attractive features in the area which not only provide
shade but also a continuous line and nice canopy effect. She
recommended eliminating some parking, retaining the trees
and requested the project be postponed until there is more
input.
Virginia Herberts, 2290 Channel Road, addressed the
Commission. Mrs. Herberts stated the sidewalk was built in
1930 and there is no commitment yet for street repair. She
urged the trees be retained and that suggestions from the
merchants be considered.
Jack Camp, Langdon - Wilson, addressed the Commission to
clarify the total design concept. Mr. Camp reported that the
intent of the design is to improve the street and create more
space while maintaining the canopy. The trees slated for
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removal have root problems and the trunks also infringe on
the merchants' doors.
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Dayna Pettit, 1741 Plaza del Sur, addressed the Commission
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and pointed out that the Specific Area Plan will take 1 -2 years
to implement and that the downtown area needs help now.
Mrs. Pettit explained that this project has been going on for
four years and has been well publicized. In addition, the
Balboa Merchants Owners Association is anxious to move
forward on the project. She recommended removing the six
parking spaces on Main Street and removing the eight trees,
which would be replaced later when the sidewalk and, street
improvements are made with those that are low maintenance
and within the correct dimensions. Mrs. Pettit pointed out the
Belmont Shores project on 2nd Street in Long Beach as an
excellent example of opening up sidewalks for the merchants.
Director Niederhaus explained that the area of sidewalk in
front of Britta's Cafe will be repaired in two weeks due to
extensive root damage. Although the trees are valuable, the
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potential for sidewalk damage is high requiring constant
surveillance and minor grinding of the concrete. Tree
removal evaluation reports will be prepared for the
Commission's March meeting.
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Gary Malazian addressed the Commission and stated this
subject has been discussed for the past 1 -1/2 years. He
recommends removal of the trees followed by replacement of
those appropriate to the area.
Hearing no further public testimony, Chair Glasgow closed
the meeting to public hearing.
Motion
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Commissioner Demmer motioned to postpone this item to the
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Commission's March 7 meeting. Unanimous.
A committee was formed consisting of Commissioners
Demmer and Schonlau who will.meet with Mr. Niederhaus,
Mr. Delino, the Balboa Merchants Owners Association-and
the Balboa Peninsula Point Association.
Item #5 - Recreation and Senior Services
In response to a question from Commissioner Demmer,
Nancy Beard explained that although class registrations are
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good, outdoor programs have been adversely affected by the
recent rains.
Commissioner Demmer requested a representative from Oasis
present a progress report on their intergenerational program
that just started, which is a homework assistance project to
promote children's learning skills.
In response to a,question from Commissioner Grant, Nancy
Beard explained there have been three bids received for the
Lincoln lighting controls.
Chair Glasgow pointed out that the athletic fields should not
'be used after it rains and that a policy be developed to address
this issue.
V. DISCUSSION ITEMS
Item 46 - Public Hearing Regarding Castaways
Chair Glasgow gave a brief review of the original and
alternate plans proposed for the Upper and Lower Castaways.
He reported that The Irvine Company has just announced
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they have withdrawn the alternative plan for the area and will
proceed with the currently approved plan.
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Don Webb, Public Works Director, addressed the
Commission and passed out the letter just received from The
Irvine Company. Mr. Webb reviewed the original concept
approved by The Irvine Company providing for a 4.8 acre
active park at 16th and Dover which will include two baseball
diamonds, one soccer field, restrooms, parking lot, tot lot area
and trails. Recommendations for the View Park Area include
the addition of installed railings, bike trails and parking'lot for
about 40 spaces. Should the City Council approve the
conceptual plan at their February 27 meeting, a landscape
architect will be retained to proceed with the plans.
Commissioner Demmer reported that the Concept 1 plan
provided for a parking lot in the open area with a.road leading
to it from Dover Drive. Don Webb concurred that this was
approved by this Commission and the Coastal Commission.
Mr. Webb read portions from the Coastal Commission report
and pointed out that public parking is necessary for public
access. A traffic signal will also be installed at Cliff Drive
and Dover Drive.
Kip Kula, 708 St..James Place, addressed the Commission
and stated the local residents have not seen, nor have they
approved, the parking spaces in the passive area. He.stated he
feels the best access is 16th Street and urged that there be no
parking spaces in the natural area.
Kurt Yeager, AYSO representative, addressed the
Commission and suggested the baseball fields be minimized
so that multi use fields can be used to accommodate the needs
of the younger children.
Stephen Gilbert, Treasurer of Newport Harbor Lutheran
Church, addressed the Commissiomand reported that they
were in support of the alternative concept. Mr. Gilbert read
portions of a letter from Reverend Kirlin- Hackett directed to
the Commission and requested time to review the plans. They
are very concerned about the parking problems posed by the
approved concept and that they will end up in the "parking
business."
Commissioner Grant explained that there will be a parking lot
to service the active park and one to service the passive
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portion. Activities will not be scheduled on Sunday
mornings.
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Marianne Towersey, 501 Kings Place, addressed the
Commission, on behalf of the Newport Conservancy. Ms.
Towersey suggested consideration be made to purchasing 3
units or 1/2 acre for an additional soccer field and that a
footbridge be built at Cliff Drive over the wetlands for safety
purposes. She further stated she felt a parking lot by the
passive park is not needed since it will be mostly neighbors
who will use it.
Don Webb, Public Works Director, commented that the
Coastal Commission requires a parking lot but does not
stipulate how many spaces. From his experience, there is
never enough parking spaces at park sites. Forty spaces are
currently planned for the passive park, however, this number
can be modified.
Karl Kemp, 128 Kings Place, addressed the Commission and
stated there has been no discussion in the'past on the parking
issue. He requested a different method be used.
Commissioner Schonlau read a portion of the Coastal
Commission report „wherein it states "Public parking is
necessary to assure public access.”
Jim Bailey, 2301 Margaret Drive, addressed the Commission.
He requested the Coastal Commission take another look at the
plans so that there can be more local input. He commented
that the passive area is very important and he would like to
participate in its planning,
Marge Palomar addressed the Commission and stated she felt
that not many parking spaces are needed for the passive park
area.
Rochelle O'Donnell addressed the Commission and stated she
felt access is needed at 16th Street. She requested the area be
kept natural; that there be no parking lot in the passive area;
and that the Coastal Commission be approached again.
Joe Sanchez addressed the Commission and stated that
although he supports the original concept, he requests
research to locate a dog park in a non intrusive area.
Ed Heath of the Newport Conservancy addressed the
Commission and supported access from 16th Street and a
proposal to acquire an additional half acre for field purposes.
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Bob Newberry, 6 Park Place, addressed the Commission and
stated the majority of the residents support a passive park,
therefore, he suggests eliminating one baseball diamond for
more.parking and walkways.
John Sturgess, 601 Cliff Drive, addressed the Commission.
Mr. Sturgess, President of Cliff Haven Community
Association, stated that there already is enough parking,
namely, at the church, high school, commercial areas and side
streets.
Commissioner Grant reported the overlay plan as presented
was recommended in order that the parking lot would not be
visual. He pointed out that a park cannot be built relying on
private parking since demand often overflows onto residences
resulting in traffic problems, trash, etc. Adequate parking is
required where the facility is used.
Marianne Towersey, 501 Kings Place, addressed the
Commission and stated her opposition to a parking lot at the
passive area.
There being no further public testimony, Chair Glasgow
closed the meeting to public hearing.
Commissioner Demmer explained that this Commission
serves an advisory role and asked that residents submit their
opinions to their respective Council representative. The
Commission is well aware of the problems associated with
active parks and they also spend a great deal of time
researching the needs of the entire community.
Commissioner Demmer further stated it is important to
remember that the existing private vacant lot will become a
public park for all residents.
Item #7 - Communication
Commissioner Demmer referred to the letter transmitted to
the Commission from Pat Brubaker, Chair of the City Arts
Commission, wherein they propose a partnership to be
involved in planning city parks. Commissioner Demmer
reported she spoke with Pat and'Phyllis Drayton and
explained the Commission's committee process. She
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suggested a committee be formed consisting of three
Commissioners and two Arts Commissioners to address this
idea. In addition, she asked if the Commission would be
interested in seeing a slide presentation by Bob Miller, State
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Park Planner, concerning functional public art design
amenities for public facilities.
The Commission determined that they would like to see the
slide presentation at a future Commission meeting and-that
they will inform the Arts Commission when they begin their
review of development plans. In the meantime, the Arts
Commission may address the Commission at any of their
regular meetings.
VI. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
VIL ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the Parks, Beaches and
Recreation Commission adjourned. at 9:45 P.M.
The agenda for this meeting was posted on January 31, 1995
at 4:00 P.M. outside the City Hall Administration Building.
Agenda No. IV -1
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7, 1995
To: Park, Beaches & Recreation Commission
From: General Services Director
Subject: Acceptance of Donation: and Change of Designated Street Tree
Recommendation
To change the designated street tree from Carrot Wood(Cupaniopsis
anacardioides) to Emerald Cascade Acacia on Acacia Avenue in Corona del Mar
and accept the donation of four trees and concrete grates.
History
• Mr. Ron Yeo, a landscape architect representing the Corona del Mar Chamber of
Commerce Beautification Committee, contacted staff regarding the street trees in
the Corona del Mar. The Beautification Committee would like to assist the City to
phase more desirable tree species as replacements throughout Corona del Mar.
Discussion
Mr. Yeo and Ruby's Restaurant has proposed that since there are no street trees
at the corner of Acacia Avenue and East Pacific Coast Highway that four
Emerald Cascade Acacia( Acacia subporosa "Emerald Cascade" ) trees be planted
at this location. Currently, there are eight different tree species on Acacia
Avenue. Staff suspects that the original planting on this street was Bailey
Acacia(Acacia baileyana) since two very old species remain.
The current designated street tree is Carrot Wood, a species that has caused
damage to the sidewalk and curb on Acacia Avenue. The tree being
recommended is a new variety of Acacia that is more desirable to the limited
growth space in the parkway and coincides with the name of the street.
Attached, is some information on the Emerald Cascade Acacia.
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. Ruby's Restaurant has offered to pay for the four Acacia trees including
decorative concrete tree grates. Staff would remove the concrete, plant the new
street trees, and install the donated tree grates. Staff will continue to work with
the Beautification Committee and return in the future with additional
recommendations relative to street trees.
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Very respectfully,
David E. Niederhaus
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(Acacia, Bower Wattle, River Wattle) Chart: C47
Legamtnosae (Legume family)
Origin: Australia, Mexico, Southwest U.S.
Species characteristics:
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green Small tree with weeping branches. Fast growing with can-
opy 20 - 30' tall and 20' wide.
Think - Gray bark, smooth to fibrous.
Foliage - Narrow, drooping, threadlike 3- veined light green leaves that are
sticky and dotted with glands.
Flowers /fn:it - Small fragrant yellow flowers bloom in paired puffs, in the
spring followed by long, narrow, beanlike, tan pods with many seeds.
Cultivars - "Emerald Cascade" and "Emerald Showers" are graceful, weeping,
also 20 - 30' tall.
Significant pest problems are powdery mildew and spittlebugs.
• Site suitability:
Sunset zones - 8, 9,13 - 24.
Clearances - Suitable for 2 - 3' parkways or 3 x 3' cutouts and under utility
lines.
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Good for streetsides, medians, parks and lawns.
Culture considerations:
Prefers sandy to clay loam. Protect from strong wind and hot inland sun Can'
tolerate sbade and seacoast exposure. Has brittle wood.
Comments, notes:
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Agenda Item No. IV-2
March 7,1995
To: Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission
From: General Services Director
Subject: Tree Donation
Action
To accept the donation of one Guadalupe palm tree(Brahea eduhs) from Ms.
Nann Von Oppenheim that would be planted in a planter located in the
landscaped area along Edgewater Avenue.
• Discussion
Ms. Nann Von Oppenheim sent the attached letter requesting the donation of a
Guadalupe palm to replace a Kaffir plum that was recently removed due to
hardscape damage. The palm tree would be planted by City staff and maintained
by Ms. Von Oppenheim who resides adjacent to the landscaped area. I have also
att ached information regarding the characteristics of the palm tree. Additionally,
if the palm tree is not acceptable, Ms. Von Oppenheim would substitute the
planting with a ity approved shade tree.
Very respectfully,
David E. Niederhaus
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Nann Von Oppenheim
507 West Edgewater
Newport Beach, CA 91661
714 - 723 -4567 PAX.' 714. 673.1339
February 22, 1995
Mr. •David Niederhaus
General Services Director
City of Newport Beach
3300 Newport Blvd.
Newport Beach, CA 92659 -1768
• Dear Mr. Niederhaus:
This letter is to confirm some of the items discussed at 507 West Edgewater this last Friday
between you and me, my son, Randall Brown, my employee, R.E, Goodwin, and my
attorney, James Capretz. This discussion centered on the trees, concrete, and landscaping
south of our boat dock in the yard area north of the sidewalk In front of our house.
You have indicated that the city of Newport Beach believes that to protect itself and me
from the potential liability should an accident occur in this yard area that the city will take
out existing concrete and bricks and reslope the walk into the yard area to meet ADA
criteria. Further, that the city will demolish the planter box and remove the eastern -most
tree and stump. Further that the planter box will be rebuilt by the city. You stated that you
felt the city would entertain our offer to donate a 10' to 12' tall Guadalupe (slow growing)
palm tree (with smooth bark having a 12" to 14" trunk girth), to replace the tree taken out.
Please use this letter as our official offer and request whatever city department is involved
to review and approve this replacement tree and the transportation and installation of the
tree at 507.
You further indicated that any damage by the city workers to my electrical or
plumbing/sprinklers in the yard area would be repaired and that the concrete area east of
the center walkway into the yard area would be replaced with grass similar to the yards of
my two neighbors to the east.
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Please advise us of the city's decision as to the gift of the Guadalupe palm tree. Would also
appreciate being notified of any change to the plans we discussed last Friday and
notification of any and all future public meetings, letters from neighbors and discussions
concerning said property in front of my house while any actions are still in the early
planning stages.
Sincerely,
Nann Von
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Ms. Nann Von Oppenheim
507 West Edgewater
Newport Beach, California 92661
Dear Ms. Von Oppenheim,
February 23, 1995
Your letter of February 22, 1995 correctly confirms our maintenance actions in the
public area adjacent,to your home.
As I explained on February 17 at our meeting on site, we are pleased with your
generous offer to donate a replacement tree. The Guadlupe Palm you have
offered has been inspected by the City Arborist and would be very acceptable.
As we discussed on February 22, you may want to consider a shade tree instead.
In any case, I will schedule your donation offer for review and acceptance by the
Parks, Beaches, and Recreation Commission on March 7,1995. The Commission
meets at the Council Chambers at 7:00 PM should you decide to attend. The
species of donation, whether it be the Guadlupe Palm or a shade tree species, can
be mutually decided at your convenience.
• In closing I want to thank you for your generosity and cooperation in
maintaining and enhancing a public area.
Sincerely,
David E. Niederhaus, Director
General Services Department
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BRAHEA (Erythea). Palame. These fan palms
from Mexico are somewhat like the more
familiar washingtonias in appearance, but
with Important differences. All tolerate `.
drought.
B. armata. MEXICAN BLUE PALM. Zones 12-
17,A9-24. Grows slowly to 40ft., top spread-
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and takes drought, heat, and wind.
B. brandegeel. SAN JOSE HESPER PALM. ,
Zones 19,21-24. Slow grower with slender,
flexible trunk. Eventually tall; reaches 125 ft.
in its native Baja California. Trunk sheds Brahea armata
leaves when old. Three -ft. leaves are light
gray green. Hardy to WE
B. edulls. GUADALUPE PALM, Zones 13 -24. From Guadalupe
[standoff Baja California. Like B. armata but leaves are lightgreen,
flowersless conspicuous. Slowgrower to 30ft., stout trunked. Old
leaves drop, leaving the naked, elephant hide trunk ringed with
scars. Hardy to below 20°A; takes beach and desert conditions.
B. elegans. FRANCESCHI PALM. Zones 13 -17, 19 -24, Slowest
growing of braheas; develops a trunk very slowly and reaches only
15 ft. Leaves gray green. From northern Mexico; hardy to 22 °F.
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Agenda Item No. IV -3
March 7,1995
To: Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission
From: General Services Director
Subject: Bench Donation
Action
To accept the donation of one bench from the Ms. Helen Stanley
Discussion
Staff has received the attached correspondence from Ms.Stanley regarding a
bench donation. Additionally, staff met with Ms. Stanley to review potential
locations for the donation. Ms. Stanley has suggested a need for a new bench
installation between Iris and Heliotrope Avenues, since the closest bench is
several hundred feet away. The donor feels that a new bench at this location
would be an enhancement for the public that visit the landscaped area along
Ocean Boulevard in Corona del Mar.
The donor will provide a concrete bench and a plaque with the conforming
inscription per City policy. The bench will be installed on a new concrete pad to
be located in the grass area on the bluffs. Additionally, this donation makes a
total of nine new concrete benches in this general area.
Very respectfully,
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David E. Niederhaus
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Mr. Marcelino G. Lomeli
Park and Tree Superintendent
City of Newport Beach
P.O. Box 1768
Newport Beach, Ca. 92658
Dear Mr. Lomeli,
I would like to donate to the City of Newport Beach
a concrete bench with plaque. This bench to be located on the
ocean bluffs along Ocean Blvd. in Corona del Max.
It is a beautiful place and to donate a bench where I,
and others, could stop and sit awile would give me great pleasure.
I hope yod will look:cfaVorably upon my request.
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Helen Stanley
2117 Mariners Dr.
Newport Beach , Ca. 92660
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Agenda Item No. IV -4
March 7,1995
To: Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission
From: General Services Director
Subject: Bench Donation Plaque
Action
To deny the request from Ms. Jennifer Albers to deviate from City Council policy
regarding the verbiage for a donated bench plaque.
Discussion
• Toby and Jennifer Albers had submitted a request for a bench donation for Cliff
Drive Park at the January 4,1995 meeting and the donation was approved by the
Commission. Subsequently, Ms. Albers requested a change in the donation
location to the bluff area along Ocean Boulevard in Corona del Mar. This request
was submitted to the Commission at the meeting of February 7,1995. The donor
was informed prior to these meetings that the bench plaque must have
conforming inscription per City policy( copy attached).
Ms. Albers has subsequently submitted the attached letter requesting a change
from the policy, with the additional inscription of " our mother ". The donor has
not requested a change from the standard dimension of a 2" by 6" plaque.
Very respectfully,
David E. Niederhaus
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#38 Summerfield
Irvine, CA 92714
February 17, 1995
Mr. Marcelino Lomeli
City of Newport Beach
General Services Dept.
P.O. Box 1768
Newport Beach, `CA 92658 -8915
Dear Mr. Lomeli:
My brother and I, Toby and Jennifer Albers
would like to thank the council for approving
our bench donation to the city of Newport
Beach.
is However, we are requesting to add the
inscription: "our mother" at the bottom of
the plaque. For example:
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DEDICATED FOR
SHANNON SUE O'TOOLE
our mother
We are aware of the requirements provided for
the plaque, although we would like you to take
our suggestion into consideration. We spoke
with Devin, and she is willing to make any
necessary changes. Thank you again.
Sincerely,
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Jennifer Albers
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PARK IMPROVEMENT DONATIONS
The City Council recognizes the need to provide residents with the opportunity
to donate trees, benches, drinking fountains or related park items. This policy
established criteria for donations to assure attractiveness, usefulness and the
capability to be maintained.
Tree Donations
The tree -lined walkway at Oasis Passive Park beginning at 51h Avenue and
Marguerite in Corona del Mar shall be identified as the only area where a tree
with a bronze plaque can be installed. Trees without plaques can be donated
and installed at locations approved by the General Services Director.
Park Amenities
Items such as benches, drinking fountains, tables, etc., can be donated to be
included in the public park system. Recognition on the donated item shall be a
2" x 6" plaque and limited to Donated by (Name) or'Donated for •(Name) as a
means of identifying the donation.
• All donations must be approved by the Parks, Beaches and Recreation
Commission. The cost of a donated item, including identification plaque, shall
be borne totally by private funds. The City will assume ownership and
maintenance if accepted and placed in a public park The City will not assume
responsibility for replacement due to vandalism or theft.
Adopted 7/22/92
Amended 1/24/1994
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Agenda Item No. IV -6
March 7,1995
General Services Department
Parks and Tree Divisions
February 1995 Activities Report
Park Division Activities
1. Staff prepared the various athletic fields, as the weather permitted, for the
upcoming baseball season throughout the city.
2. Park staff assisted in responding to emergencies caused by recent storms by
assisting the Tree Division in cleaning up tree debris throughout the city.
3. Staff completed working with the Public Works Department in coordinating
the Street End landscaping project in West Newport.
4. Staff is in the process of completing items listed on the recent P. B. & R.
Commission park inspection forms.
5. The new plantings at Cliff Drive Park are establishing well and no significant
erosion has taken place with the recent storms. The volunteers weeded and
seeded the slopes this month.
6. The two bench donations for the Lido Isle bridge area were completed this
month.
7. Staff coordinated subterranean drainage repairs at Buffalo Hill athletic field
which was funded by American Youth Soccer Organization(A.Y.S.O.).
8. The City Council awarded the landscape maintenance contract of City medians
and roadsides to Landscape West, Incorporated effective March 1 ' 1995. Staff has
been preparing for this service contract by working with the contractor and has
reorganizing the Parks Division for this activity.
9. The installation of a donated drinking fountain was completed at Galaxy Park.
10. Staff and Board members from the Harbor View Hills Community
Association have met to begin developing a formal written agreement regarding
street tree removals and replacements.
U ycominu Activities for March
1. Staff will complete the athletic field maintenance for the upcoming baseball
season,at City facilities.
2. The Ctywide American Disability Act(A.D.A.) project will be completed.
3. The, turfgrass areas at Balboa Island Park will be reseeded by staff to improve
the surface for the public.
4. Staff will be coordinating the replacement of stairs at Lookout Point with
contract services.
5. Bonita Creek Park irrigation assessment begins by a irrigation consultant.
Tree Division Activities
During the month of February, 759 trees were trimmed(278 by staff and 481 by
tree contractor), 9 trees were root pruned, 79 trees were planted, 11 trees were
removed and 196 tree maintenance requests were received.by the Urban Forester.
1. Staff was not able due to winter storms to start until February to plant trees as
part of the State Urban Forestry Grant throughout the City. A total of 71,, fifteen
gallon parkway street trees were planted in the Eastbluff and Westcliff areas of
the City. The goal of this tree planting effort is to have 500 street trees planted by
June 1, 1995.
2. Tree staff worked with the General Services Department concrete crew on root
pruning trees for sidewalk, curb, and gutter replacement throughout the City.
3. The City's tree trimming contractor completed scheduled work within the
Eastbluff, Westcliff and Corona del Mar areas.
Park and Tree Maintenance Superintendent
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Item IV -7(a)
COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
TO: Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission
FROM: Nancy Beard, Recreation Superintendent
RE: March Recreation Update
DATE: March 7, 1995
YOUTH SERVICES
On Tuesday, February 21st, the department conducted a coaches clinic for the Newport
Beach Youth Sports Coaches Association ( NYSCA):
NYSCA is a division of the National Alliance For Youth Sports. NYSCA was created in
1981 to improve the out -of- school sports experience for over 20 million youth under the
age of 16. The non -profit association's staff of professionals, governed by a volunteer
Board of Directors, work to implement a variety of programs, all in cooperation with
national, state, and local associations. Local chapters of the NYSCA have been developed
through parks and recreation agencies, Optimist Clubs, Boys & Girls Clubs,
YMCA's/YWCA's, church - affiliated youth programs and military youth activities world
wide.
The department presented this program to all of the co- sponsored youth baseball and
softball groups that operate within Newport Beach. Bobby Sox, being the only
organization that expressed a desire to participate at this time, will serve as a test case for
staff to determine the effectiveness of City involvement is such a program.
Currently, six cities within Orange County and thirty five within Southern California offer
NYSCA Coaches Certification Programs to their co- sponsored youth sports groups.
YOUTH BASKETBALL PLAYOFFS
Playoffs begin this weekend in the Youth Basketball Program and continue for three
weeks. City Champions in each division will advance to the Orange County Tournament
that will take place in Buena Park and Mission Viejo, March 17 and 18.
SPECIAL OLYMPICS
The 4th Annual Special Olympics Basketball Tournament at Corona del Mar High School
will take place March 18. The Newport / Balboa Rotary Club will again be co- sponsoring
the event by donating $1,000 toward the commemorative gift and the athletes lunches.
This is a great event to come see. Opening ceremonies begin at 8:45 am.
3�
• AQUATICS
The annual Marian Bergeson user group scheduling meeting will be held on March
16, 6:OOpm at the pool. Spring and Summer schedules will be coordinated and user
groups logistical needs will be discussed.
(letter attached)
The United States National Water Polo squad will play a series of games against
international opponents at the Marian Bergeson Aquatics Center February 24, 25th and
March 4th.
The adult sports staff has been working with the duplicating and data processing divisions
to create a new automated mailing label system. The new system will allow staff to
maintain a master mailing list on computer disk which may be submitted to the duplicating
division with current mailers. Duplicating will then be able to run copies of the mailer and
print the addresses on a pre - designated space simultaneously. The mailer is then machine
folded, stapled and mailed. No more staff intensive sticking on labels or stuffing
envelopes for over 2,000 annual Adult Sports Mailers.
A Castaways active park planning meeting will take place March 6th, 7pm in the council
conference room with AYSO, Baseball and Bobby Sox representatives giving input to the
parks field design. (letter attached)
• Some Recreation Division staff will be attending numerous educational sessions offered at
the annual California Parks -and Recreation Society Conference in San Jose March 3rd, 4th
and 5th. An award for the single best brochure will also be collected. You may recall the
the Winter edition of the Navigator was submitted in the State wide competition.
A Facility Inspection update is attached to this report for your information.
A draft copy of the Community Services Department's Rain Policy is also attached for
your input. Please contact the Recreation Superintendent if you would like to alter this
first draft copy.
Nancy . Bear
• COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
TO: Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission
FROM: Nancy Beard, Recreation Superintendent
RE: Rain Policy (Draft)
DATE: March 7, 1995
This proposed rain policy will be added to the Use, Priorities and Fees For Facilities and
Equipment (formally identified as Policy I - 5) which is currently under review in the City
Attorney's office.
Each group permitted to use city fields, will be given a copy of the addition to the existing
policy along with the information "Sports Hotline" number. Each group will sign an
acknowledgment of the proposed policy, on a yearly basis, at our youth sports commission
meetings. It will be incumbent on the Chair of each group to disseminate this information
and the hotline number to their coaches.
WET FIELD CLOSURES
• Field conditions will be monitored by the Recreation Division and closed if it is determined
that the playing conditions will cause further damage to the turf or if they are unsafe for
field users, If it is determined that fields will be closed, the "Sports Line Hotline"
will identify the closures.
All authorized field users will be required to call the hotline following inclement weather
for status of the fields conditions. Groups observed playing on the fields which have been
closed, will put all future permitted use in jeopardy.
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CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
February 24, 1995
Dear Marian Bergeson Pool User Group Representative,
Please plan on attending our 1995 Spring and Summer scheduling
meeting on Thursday, March 16, at 6:00 p.m. in the Coaches Room at
the Marian Bergeson Aquatic Center.
• We will determine the upcoming summer season schedule at the
Marian Bergeson Aquatic Center and discuss logistical needs for
each user group. If you are unable to attend the meeting, please
send a representative in your place.
If you have any questions, please call me at 644 -3164.
Sincerely,
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Steve Hunt
Recreation Manager
cc. PB & R Commissioners
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P.O. Box 1768, 3300 Newport Boulevard • Newport Beach, CA 92659 -1768 • (714)644 -3151 Fax (714)644 -3155
Bob Kreger
230 Rochester St.
Costa Mesa, Ca 92667
Dear Kurt,
This correspondence serves to confirm the Castaways Active Park planning meeting
Monday, March 6th, 7pm in the City Council Conference Room. This facility will be
utilized predominately for youth sports activities. Each of the youth sports groups,
AYSO, Newport Harbor Baseball and Bobby Sox will be represented at this meeting to
give input to the design and layout of the active 4.8 acre site on the Castaways property, I
have included a working drawing of the site for your information. Please come with your
flexible ideas on such items as the size of the active fields, restroom storage, fence heights,
turf preferences and any other information you feel is pertinent. We will- be meeting with
• Steve Lang of Purkiss, Rose and RSI, the landscape architects who will be designing the
Castaways site.
I thank you for your participation in advance. See you there.
Sincerely,
Nancy L. Beard
Recreation Superintendent
cc: Don Webb, Director of Public Works
LaDonna Kienitz, Director of Community Services
Item IV -7(b)
• COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
DATE: February 28, 1995
TO Parks, Beaches and Recreation Department
FROM: Celeste Jardine -Haug
SUBJECT: Senior Services Division - Monthly Commission Report
This month the Senior Services Division has launched three new innovative
programs. Each program has been developed to, utilize the talents and
resources of the seniors.
"Computers From Us To You" is accepting new and used computers to
refurbish, if needed, and then distribute them to agencies who assist needy
families and children. Seniors will be repairing computers and then work with
staff to place them with the various organizations. To date, the program has
received 30 computers and will be donating them to Project Self Sufficiency,
• Boys and Girls Clubs, Big Brothers, Orangewood Children's Home and the
Community Youth Center in Corona del Mar.
An Intergenerational Pen Pal Program is underway. Approximately 20 letters
were received from Harbor View Students. Each senior was given a letter and
they in turn will write back to that student. Both seniors and children are
enjoying the program. In June, we will have a picnic at OASIS so the Pen Pal's
can meet.
The third program is an after school homework program. Thirteen children are
escorted to OASIS from CYC at 3:15 p.m. every Tuesday. They spend one hour
with five senior volunteers who assist them with homework activities. The
program blossomed from two children to thirteen in two weeks. The children get
to play shuffle board or pool if they complete their work.
The Friends of OASIS held a Casino Night fundraising event on February 18th.
A full dinner, gambling chips, dancing and gaming tables were included in a
$20 ticket. It was a successful event at which they made $3,000.
People over the age of 80 were celebrated at OASIS on February 27th.
Entertainment and a birthday cake were provided to approximately 100 people.
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OASIS SENIOR CENTER
January 1995
COMMUNITY SERVICES MONTHLY ACTIVITIES /UTILIZATION REPORT
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3067
LONG TRIPS
249
HUMAN SERVICES
150
Las Vegas
40
Mexican Rivera Cruise
46
Another Passage
13
Blood Pressure
93
DAY TRIPS
Braille
59
Case Management
57
Goodwill Industries
25
Chair Exercise
29
Morongo Gambling
16
Counseling
60
Gene Autry Museum
23
Eldercare
4
Lawrence Welk
28
Employment
35
Getty Museum
28
Information /Rental
1108
Legal Assistance
12
MEETINGS
Life On Your Own
18
Medicare Assistance
0
Board of Directors
17
Shared Housing
65
Executive Committee
9-
Telephone Reassurance
432
Long Range Planning
7
Visual Screening
6
Newsletter Collating
28
General Membership
115
VOLUNTEER HOURS
2952
Care -A -Van 464
Shuttle 391
NUTRITIOUS LUNCHES 1762
SPECIAL EVENTS
Sunday Movies
64
Pancake Breakfast
249
New Year's Party
150
Item IV -8
• COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
DATE: February 27, 1995
TO: Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission
FROM: LaDonna Kienitz
SUBJECT: Date for July Commission Meeting
The date for the July Commission meeting falls on a legal holiday, July 4th. The
meeting has been rescheduled for July 11 unless the Commission makes an
alternative decision.
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Agenda No. I
March 7,1995
To: Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission
From: General Services Director
Subject: Main Street Ficus Trees
Staff was directed by the Commission on February 7, 1995 to prepare a field
inspection and appraisal of the eight Ficus trees that were being considered for
removal on Main Street in Central Balboa.
The Urban Forester completed field inspection reports, which are attached, on
each of the trees. The reports list the address of each tree with an evaluation and
comments on any pertinent information concerning the particular tree.
Additionally, there was an appraisal conducted on each tree based on certain
• criteria that is established in the industry. I have attached these appraisals and
the formula for this assessment. The total appraised value of the eight trees is
$32,456.58.
The Urban Forester has recommended, that one tree located at 204 Main Street be
considered for removal based on moderate hardscape damage and potential
collapse of a roof drain. All other trees, as documented in the report, are in good
condition and damage to the hardscape is minimal.
The costs of repairing the sidewalks and hardscape if all eight trees are retained
is approximately $16,000, which includes labor and materials. Additionally, the
trees in this area were trimmed in 1994 and will not be trimmed again until 1999
based on the City current five year trim cycle.
Very respectfully,
David E. Niederhaus
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1. Circumference of trunk in inches at height of 4.5 feet .... 47
2. Circumference'squared x 0.08 (47 x 47 x 0.08) ....... 177
3• Multiplied by determined dollar value (177 x $27) • . • • . $4,779
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5• Multiplied by condition factor, e.g., 75% ($4,062 x 0.75) . $3,046
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AGENDA ITEM NO. IV -3
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
FEBRUARY 7, 1994
TO: PARKS, BEACHES & RECREATION COMMISSION
FROM: ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER
SUBJECT: TREE REMOVAL, MAIN STREET, BALBOA
ACTION: If desired, approve removal of sidewalk trees in Central Balboa
BACKGROUND: Economic Development and particularly revitalization of the City's
business districts is one of the City Council's top priorities. Central Balboa is the first
area to receive major emphasis, but Balboa Island and Corona del Mar will soon
follow.
Increasing the pedestrian orientation of Main Street in Balboa has been identified in
several studies and the recently adopted Specific Area Plan as the key to the area's
revitalization. To provide more space for pedestrian facilities, it is proposed to remove
parking and to remove eight of the eighteen sidewalk trees on the north side of Main
Street.
DISCUSSION: The design firm
streetscape design for Main Street.
displayed at the meeting. Their
generally in the middle of each block
design is intended to both retain the
activity centers.
of Langdon - Wilson was retained to develop a
Graphics are available in this office and will be
recommendations include removing the trees
while retaining the "framing" of each street. The
canopy effect while creating space for pedestrian
The cost for the removal is estimated at $1859 by the City's tree trimming contractor.
Concrete repair by City crews will be an additional $500. No funding source has yet
been identified but several are being investigated including the proposed Business
Improvement District whereby businesses assess themselves.
RECOMMENDATION: The proposed design and the removal
was approved by the Balboa Merchants and Owners Association
to the Peninsula Point Association who made no recommendation.
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While no specific policy requires it, P. B. & R. Commission review of this request will
allow for additional public input.
Along with the removal of parking, this is an initial step in the process to make Balboa
an attractive and comfortable place for shoppers. Staff recommends approval of the
tree removal proposed by the designer.
KJD.mb Kenneth J. Do
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Date:-.Q2 -17 -95
Name: N/A
Address: Main St. - 200 blk. to 300 blk - 400 X - S -2
Phone Number: _N /A
Complaint:As per PB &R•Commission's direction a tree removal
evaluation report was prepared for each tree Tree Site #1,
located in 'front of Pavilion, see attached dia ram /photo_
Species:Ficus microcarpa'nitida' (Indian Laurel Fi )DBH -15"
Damage:
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Minimal Hardscape damage
Parkway: Concrete 0 Brick C1 Turf Q Other Q
Comments:A field inspection determined a recently trimmed
specimen in good condition with no apparent cavaties,severe
wounds or disease. The specimen had a good limb structure,
minor prunning wounds,and Ace cap wounds (ihjected herbicide
capsule to control the insect thrips) near the root flare.
There was minimal hardscape damage.
Inspected by: John Conway, Urban Forester
Supervisor's Recommendation: Retain tree. Remove damaged
hardscape•,root prune exposed surface roots.
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Date: 02 -17 -95
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Address: Main St. - 200 blk. to' 300 blk. - 400 X - S -3 i
Phone Number: N/A
Complaint: As per PB &R Commission's direction, a tree removals
evaluation report was prepared for each tree. Tree Site #2
located in front of Pavilion, see attached diagram./ photo
Species: Fi
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Address: Main St. - 200 blk. to 300 blk. - 305 X
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evaluation report was prepared for each tree. Tree Site #3,
located in front of Balboa Toys, see attached diagramlphoto
Species:Ficus microcarpa'niti,da' (Indian Laurel Fig)DBH -24"
Damage:
Sidewalk: i Minimal Hardscape damage
Curb: Q
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Comments: Same as tree site #1
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Address: Main St. - 200 blk. to 300 blk. - 303
Phone Number: N/A
Complaint:As per PB &R Commission's direction, a tree removal
evaluation report was prepared for each tree. Tree Site #4
located in front of Balboa Toys. See diagram /photo
Species:Ffcus microcarpa'nitida' (Indian Laurel Fig)DBH -17"
Damage:
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Address: Main St. - 200 blk. to 300 blk. - 205
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Complaint:As per PB &R Commission's direction, a tree removal
evaluation report was prepared for each tree. Tree Site #5
located in front of Britta's Cafe. See attached diagram
Species: Ficus microcarpa'nitida' (Indian Laurel Fig)2BH -18"
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Address: Main St. - 200 blk. to 300 blk. - 204
Phone Number: N/A
Complaint:As per PB &R Commission's direction, a tree removal
evaluation report was prepared for each tree. Tree Site #6
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Species :Ficus microcarpa'nitida' (Indian Laurel Fig)DBH -19"
Damage:
Sidewalk: t Moderate Hardscape damage
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• Agenda Item No.
March 7,1995
To: Parks, Beaches, & Recreation Commission
From: General Services Director
Subject: Mr. and Mrs. Al Frink
Re: Tree Removal at 350 Buena Vista Avenue
Recommendation
To deny appeal to retain three Ficus trees at 350 Buena Vista Avenue.
Discussion
Staff has been in correspondence with Mr. and Mrs. Frink since last December
• (copy attached) regarding three Ficus trees that were planted without City
approval. Additionally, irrigation and brick paving was also installed without
an Encroachment Permit.
Subsequently, I sent a letter that is attached to Mr. and Mrs. Frink on February
15, 1995 outlining the City position on this issue and describing the appeal
process. The Frink's wish to appeal the removal decision per the attached
correspondence. I have photographs for your review that depict the condition as
being inconsistent with Council policies.
The Frink's have been given the opportunity to relocate the three existing Ficus
trees and have City staff plant a fifteen gallon Bottle Brush tree (Callistemon
citrinus) which is the designated tree for this area.
Please contact me regarding any questions.
Very respectfully,
David E. Niederhaus
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P.O. BOX 4768, NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92658 -8915
February 15, 1995
Mr. and Mrs. Frink
354 Buena Vista
Balboa, California 92661
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Frink,
My letter of December 21, 1994 notes the necessity to remove the three trees
planted in the parkway adjacent to your home.
In our three phone conversations concerning the removals, I have attempted to
clarify the issues as follows:
a. The ownership for the three trees is only important if you wish to
replant the trees elsewhere.
b. Each of the trees must be removed for two reasons: one, the species of
two of the trees (ficus) is well known for root damage to the sidewalks and is no
• longer used as a parkway tree; two, there is insufficient room for the trees in the
narrow parkway and eventually the trees will block the bay views of your
neighbors on Lindo Avenue. The latter will be a violation of City Council Policy
L -8 which is attached to my original letter.
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c. During our first phone conversation, I had offered the possibility that
the City would replace the trees with a variety of your choice. However,, after the
City Arborist researched the designation of the tree species for Lindo Avenue, he
found the species to be a Bottle Brush tree (Callistemon citrinus). While there
are, as you state, other varieties of trees on Lindo Avenue including the
undesirable ficus tree, I do not see the necessity to introduce yet another variety.
d. While it would be best not to replant any trees in the parkway at your
location due to the confined space and view loss by neighbors, I would be
amenable to planting a single Bottle Brush tree.
e. The private encroachments (bricks, plants, and irrigation) made to the
parkway require an encroachment permit. If you intend to retain the private
improvements after the tree removals, please process the attached permit with
the Public Works Department at your convenience.
Should you choose not to retain the three trees for your use, City crews will
remove and dispose of the trees at City expense after March 1, 1995. If you
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decide you would want a Bottle Brush tree planted in the parkway, please advise
• me by February 24. .
You may, at your discretion, appeal this decision to remove the trees to the Parks,
Beaches, and Recreation Commission. If you want to pursue an appeal, please so
state in a return letter to me and I will place your appeal on the next available
Commission agenda.
Sincerely,
David B. Niederhaus, Director
General Services Department
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Parks and Trees Superintendent
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CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
GENERAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT
PARK AND STREET TREE DIVISIONS
P.O. BOX 1768, NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92658 -8915
(714) 644.3162
December 21, 1994
Ms. Denise Frink
354 Buena Vista Ave.
Newport Beach, Calif.
92623
Dear Ms. Frink,
• The City is responsible for maintaining street trees as part of the General
Services Department's urban forestry program. Recently, we were trimming trees
in your neighborhood and discovered that the three parkway trees adjacent to
your residence were not on the City inventory of approved plantings. City
Council Policy L -6, Section B. (copy attached) requires an encroachment permit
for any tree planting in the parkway. None can be located for the new trees nor
the irrigation and brick work.
Additionally, City Council Policy L -8 (copy attached) also states that it is the
general policy of the City that streets, alleys and other public ways ending at the
ocean front or at the Newport Bay are reserved for public use and that public
areas are not to be diminished by the installation of private encroachments.
This policy, per Section A. Item 4., states that improvements must not
eliminate views of the beach from the nearest alley or cross - streets that are
parallel to the ocean front. The three trees in the parkway adjacent to your
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residence will eventually block views of the bay for residents and the general
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Staff has researched if an encroachment permit was ever issued for the tree and
landscape improvements and has not found one on file in the Public Works
Department records.
Since the three trees are in violation of the.above policies, I am requesting that
you remove them at your expense by January 31, 1995. If the trees are not
removed, by that date, City crews will remove and dispose of the trees at your
expense on February 1, 1995. The remaining brickwork and irrigation
improvements in the parkway will require an encroachment permit. A copy is
attached for your use. Please contact me if you have any questions and thank you
in advance for your cooperation in this matter.
Sincerely,
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General Services Director
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• PRIVATE ENCROACHMENTS IN PUBLIC RIGHTS -OF -WAY
ENDING AT THE OCEAN FRONT OR AT NEWPORT BAY
I. General
It is the general policy of the City that streets, alleys and other public
ways ending at the ocean front or at Newport Bay are reserved for
public use or open space; and that the rights of the public, present and
future, in said public ways are not to be diminished by the installation
of private encroachments in said public ways.
A. Private encroachments will not be permitted in said public
ways unless individual circumstances indicate that approval
will be consistent with the public interest. Such circumstances
are:
1. The improvements do not create an impression in the
mind of the average member of the public that any
portion of the public way is private property.
• 2. The improvements do not decrease the ease of access to
the beach for emergency and utility vehicles or
pedestrians.
3. The improvements do not result in the loss of legal
parking spaces, except for driveway approaches
conforming to Council Policy L,2, "Driveway
Approaches ".
4. The improvements do not eliminate views of the beach
from the nearest alley or cross - street that is parallel to the
ocean front.
IL Types of Private Encroachments
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A. Private encroachments requiring prior approval of the City
Council and a permit from the Public Works Department:
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but not limited to, fences, walls, patios, raised planters,
etc., which encroach in excess of one foot into the public
right -of -way, or exceed three feet in height
2. Driveway approaches not conforming to Council Policy
L-2.
3. Modifications to original design concepts approved by
the City.
4. Signs.
5. Lighting:
6. Parkway surfacing other than standard Portland cement
concrete, textured concrete, flat stone, or brick installed
at grade.
B. Private encroachments requiring prior written approval of the
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1. Bay front street ends.
a. Bay front street ends at beach level may contain
two-foot-wide planting areas bounded by
redwood or concrete strips and containing hedges
no more than two feet in height The planing
areas may be installed:
(1) at each side of the prolongation of the street
and extending no more than 15 feet from
the end of the paved street
(2) at the end of the paved street, except that a
12- foot -wide opening must be left for City
emergency and maintenance equipment to
enter the beach area.
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• b. Bay front street ends where tidal flow prevents
standard installation may be landscaped, subject
to the prior approval by the City of specific plans
prepared by the applicant Access to beach areas
must be provided for in any such specific plans.
C. Improvements will be installed at the expense of
the adjacent property owners.
d. Landscape maintenance and watering will be
provided by the adjacent property owners to the
satisfaction of the City. A sprinkler system
connected to the adjacent property must be
installed in each planter.
2. Except as provided for in Paragraphs C. and D. below,
unimproved ocean front street ends may be improved
under the following conditions:
a. Improvements will be installed at the expense of
�. the adjacent property owners.
b. Landscape maintenance and watering will be
provided by the adjacent property owners to the
satisfaction of the City. A sprinkler system
connected to the adjacent property must be
installed in each planter.
C. All work must be installed to grades established
by the Public Works Department
d. A four- foot -wide sidewalk will be provided on
each side of the street right -of -way adjacent to the
property line.
e. A minimum of 12 feet of unobstructed access to
the beach in the center of the right -of -way will be
surfaced with brick, asphalt, concrete or artificial
turf, or an equivalent surfacing approved by the
City.
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• (1) Portland Cement Concrete. Six inches over
native compacted material.
(2) Asphalt Concrete. Two and one -half inches
of asphalt concrete over a six - inch -thick
aggregate.
(3) Brick. Brick installed over four inches of
imported aggregate base. A dry mix of
one - to-one cement and clean plaster sand to
be swept into the 1/4 to 1/2 inch space
between bricks. The dry mix will be
moistened with a fine spray of water after it
is in place.
f. Planters five feet wide will be provided between
the side and the center access along a portion of
each side of the street with a heavy emphasis on
drought resistant plant materials. Plant material
will be installed to City specifications. A six -inch
to 18 -inch high lip of concrete, brick or rock may
be installed as part of the planter.
g. Special provisions will be made in the design
when garage access is required from street ends.
h. Where unusually large quantities of sand exist in
a street end area, the City will assist the adjacent
owners by moving the , same to an area
determined by the City.
3. Unimproved alleys that end at the ocean front may be
improved under the following conditions:
a. Improvements will be installed at the expense of
the adjacent property owner.
b. All work will be installed to grades established by
the Public Works Department
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C. Landscaping of potted plants will be permitted in
the portion of the alley right -of -way that
terminates at the ocean front sidewalk. A six -foot-
wide inviting passageway will be :maintained for
pedestrian access.
d. Where vehicles or pedestrians will travel, alleys
may be surfaced with brick, asphalt, concrete or
equivalent surfacing.
e. Improvements will extend from the nearest street
of alley improvement to the northerly line of the
ocean front
4. If, in the opinion of the General Services Department, the
location and nature of this type of encroachment is such
that review by the Parks, Beaches and Recreation
Commission is warranted, the Department may forward
the application to the Commission for review.
C. Where street ends or alley ends are improved in accordance
with City standard design criteria, standard drawings, and
standard specifications, no approval of the General Services
Department or Parks, Beaches, and Recreation Commission is
required. An encroachment permit shall be obtained from the
Public Works Department
D. In West Newport, from 36th Street to Summit Street; street ends
will be improved as provided for in Policy L-12.
E. Private encroachments requiring a permit from the Public
Works Department:
1. Standard drive approaches.
2. Standard curb, gutters, sidewalks, and street pavement
3. Carriage walks and parkway surfacing of standard
Portland cement concrete, textured concrete, or brick.
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4. Cable television and public utility facilities.
5. Structural encroachments not otherwise listed, including,
but not limited to, fences walls, patios, raised planters,
etc., which encroach one foot or less into the public right-
of-way. If, in the opinion of the Public Works
Department, the nature or location of this type of
encroachment is such that City Council review is
warranted, the Department may forward the item on to
the Council for action.
F. Private encroachments not requiring a permit:
None.
]E. Application Procedure
All applications for permits to construct private encroachments under
this policy shall be made to the Public works Department
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All improvements made under the provision of this policy shall be
paid for by the owners of adjacent property.
V. Maintenance
All improvements made under the provisions of this policy shall be
maintained by and at the expense of the owners of adjacent property.
VL Enforcement
Enforcement of this policy shall be the responsibility of the Public
Works Department
In the event that private encroachments constructed under the
provisions of this policy are not maintained, the Public Works
Department shall give written notice to the permittee to restore said
improvements to an acceptable condition, and further, setting forth a
specified date by which time the improvements must be restored.
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specified shall be cause for the General Services Department to remove
the improvements from the public right -of -way, without further notice
to the permittee.
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Amended - November 8,1982
Minor clarifications - November 27, 1989
Amended -January 24,1994
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It is the general policy of the City that the public rights -of -way are to be reserved
for public use or open space; and that the rights of the public, present and future,
are not to be diminished by the installation of private improvements within the
public rights -of -way.
Categories of private encroachments and improvements are listed below,
together with the permit requirement for each category.
A. Private encroachments prohibited:
1. Structizral encroachments not otherwise listed; including, but not
limited to, fences, walls, patios, raised planters, etc., which
encroach in excess of 1 foot into the public right -of -way, or exceed
3 feet in height, measured from the top of curb elevation /or from
sidewalk elevation where sidewalk exists.
2. Driveway approaches not conforming to Council Policy L-2.
3. Ocean front street end, or Bay front street end improvements not
conforming to Council Policy L-8.-
4. Ocean front alley end improvements not conforming to Council
Policy L-8.
5. Modifications to original design concepts approved by the City.
6. Private signs except as provided for in the Building Code.
7. Lighting.
8. Parkway surfacing of loose rock, gravel, or any surfacing other
than standard or colored/ textured concrete or flat stone /brick
installed at grade.
9. Private dwellings and appendages including raised patios -and
decks, except as provided for in the Building Code.
10. Pay telephones.
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Department:
Tree planting and removal.
2. Shrub planting and removal.
3 Median landscaping.
If, in the opinion of the General Services Department, the approved planting is
not being maintained for view and safety clearance, Chapter 10.50, "Public
Nuisance Abatement," of the Municipal Code shall be used to remove offending
plant material.
* The permit applicant shall reimburse the City of Newport Beach for the value
of any City tree removed by this. process. This value will be determined by the
City Arborist using the International Society of Arboriculture's "Guide for Plant
Appraisal."
C. Private encroachments requiring a permit from the Public Works
Department:
1. Drive approaches conforming to Council Policy Lr2.
2. Standard sidewalks.
3. Carriage walks.
4. Parkway surfacing (standard or colored/ textured concrete or flat
stone /brick) installed at grade (subject to General Services
Department review for free well location).
5. CATV and public utility facilities.
6. Structural encroachments not otherwise listed; including, but not
limited to, fences, walls, patios, raised planters, etc., which
encroach 1 foot or less into the public right -of -way. If, however, in
the opinion of the Public Works Department, the nature or location
of this type of encroachment is such that Council review is
warranted, the Department may forward the item to the Council
for action.
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7. Mailboxes, when required by the U.S. Postal Service. The front of
mailbox shall be aligned in the same vertical plane as the back of
the curb. Mailbox base construction length shall not exceed the
length of the mailbox, or 24 inches, whichever is less.
D. Private encroachments requiring an Encroachment Permit from the Public
Works Department and subject to the execution of an agreement for
non - standard improvements:
1. Structural encroachments not otherwise listed which do not exceed
3 feet in height, including, but not limited to fences, walls, and
raised planters in public rights -of -way in areas that are more than 8
feetbehind the -face of curbs on the following streets:
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a. Santa Ana Avenue from Cliff Drive to Fifteenth Street.
b. Broad Street from Santa Ana Avenue to Redlands Avenue.
2. Fences of open type construction which do not exceed 3 feet in
• height and which are located at least 2'-6" behind the back of the
public sidewalk on the following Balboa Island public ways:
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3. Structural encroachments not otherwise listed which do not exceed
three (3) feet in height; including, but not limited to fences, walls,
patios and raised planters in public rights -of -ways in areas that are
five (5) feet behind the face of curb on the following streets:
a. Southerly side of West Bay Avenue between 8th Street and
15th Street.
If, in the opinion of the Public Works Department, the nature or location of this
type of encroachment is such that Council review is warranted, the Department
may forward the application to the City Council for original action.
The City Manager is authorized to execute, on behalf of the City, agreements for
non - standard improvements which are entered into pursuant to this section or
other authorization.
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E. Private encroachments not requiring a permit:
1. Parkway lawn and ground cover.
2. Parkway sprinkling systems.
3. Use of public streets and projections over public property which
are covered by the Uniform Building Code under a valid building
permit issued by the City.
F. Application for any permit as required by this policy shall be filed with
the Public Works Department on a form to be provided by the City and
shall show the proposed planting or work and the nature thereof. If the
application is fora permit required under Section A, it shall be forwarded
to the City Clerk for submission to the City Council. If the application is
for a permit under Section B, it shall be processed by the General Services
Department Drawings for encroachment permits requiring City Council
review shall be prepared to scale. Plan and elevation drawings shall
accurately depict location, height; and extent of the proposed
encroachments. No building permit shall be issued on a parcel whose
access requires City Council review for an encroachment permit on public
property, until said encroachment permit has been issued.
G. Variances from the strict application of this policy shall not be granted
unless individual circumstances indicate that approval will be consistent
with the public interest
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Amended - February 14,1972
Amended - August 11, 1975
Amended - February 9,1981
Amended - November 23,1981
Amended - October 27,1986
Amended - January 26,1987
Amended - July 13, 1-987
Amended - February 13,1989
Amended - August 14,1989
Amended - November 27,1989
Amended - December 9,1991
Amended - December 14,1992
Amended - July 12,1993
Amended - January 24;1994
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It is recognized that Buena Vista Boulevard and Edgewater Avenue, between
Bay Avenue and Fernando Street, because of their geographical location, are
used mainly to provide non - vehicular access and views to the waters of
Newport Bay.
The following policy regarding street encroachments and bay access has been
developed to (1) provide for the existing public use of the bay beaches and
waters and (2) encourage the maintenance by private property owners of 'the
existing park-like surroundings.
1. Buena Vista - Bay Avenue to Edgewater
The street right -of -way in this reach varies from 30' to 35.88'
in width, with private properly on both sides of the public
way. Improvements allowed at this location shall consist of
the following:
a. A six -foot wide public sidewalk along the inland side of
the right -of -way line maintained by the City.
b.. Landscaping and park -like improvements in the
remaining portion of the right -of -way shall be allowed if
installed and maintained by the adjoining property
owners. Low -level walls or curbing required for tidal
protection will be allowed. Private improvements such
as walls, fences, gates, signs and living areas such as
cabanas and other roofed structures shall not be allowed
except on the private property bayward of the street
right -of -way.
C. Access to private piers and floats shall be allowed where
a harbor permit has been granted, but such access
structures shall not be expanded beyond the permit
dimensions.
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2. Edgewater Avenue - Buena Vista to Island Avenue
The street right-of-way in this reach is 40' wide with private
property on the inland side. The bay side is improved with
a privately constructed bulkhead.
Improvements allowed at this location shall consist of the
following:
a. A six -foot wide public sidewalk along the inland side of
the right -of -way line maintained by the City.
b. Landscaping and park -like improvements in the
remaining portion of the right-of-way (between the
sidewalk and the bulkhead) shall be allowed if installed
and maintained by the adjoining property owner.
Private improvements such as fences, gates, signs, and
living areas shall not be allowed. ,
C. Access to private piers and floats shall be allowed where
a harbor permit has been granted, but such access
structures shall not be expanded beyond the permit
dimensions.
d. Such benches and view sites within the public way that
may be approved by the Parks, Beaches and Recreation
Department.
3. Edgewater Avenue - Island Avenue to Alvarado Street
The street right of -way in this reach is 40' wide with private
property on the inland side. The bay side is improved with
a sloping beach leading to the waters of the bay.
Improvements allowed at this location shall consist of the
following:
a. A six -foot wide public sidewalk along the inland' side of
the right -of -way maintained by the City.
b. The remaining portion of the right-of-way shall be
reserved as a public beach and no private improvements,
impediments or boat storage shall be allowed except for
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permit has been granted, but such access structures shall
not be expanded beyond the permit dimensions. Any
existing permits to encroach on the right =of -way shall be
rescinded.
4. Edgewater Avenue - Alvarado Street to Fernando Street
The street right-of-way in this reach is 50' wide. The bay
side is improved with a sloping beach leading to the waters
of the bay. The private lots bayward of the public right-of-
way are under water.
Improvements allowed at this location shall consist of the,
following:
a. A six -foot wide public sidewalk along the inland side of
the right-of-way maintained by the City.
b. The remaining portion of the right-of-way shall be
reserved as a public beach and no private improvements;
impediments or boat storage shall be allowed' except for
access to piers and floats where a harbor permit has been
granted, but such access structures shall not be expanded
beyond the permit dimensions.
Landscaping improvements conforming to this policy shall be installed only in
accordance with an approved plan and a permit issued by the Parks, Beaches
and Recreation Department. A blanket revocable permit will be issued by the
City for the existing landscaping improvements. Any existing improvements not
conforming to this policy and not covered by a blanket permit shall be removed
pursuant to the procedures established in Chapter 10.50 of the Municipal Code
entitled "Public Nuisance Abatement".
Nothing in this policy shall be construed as a waiver by the City of Newport
Beach of any rights, title, or interest in the entire street right-of-way covered by
this policy.
Adopted - March 14,1977
Reaffirmed - January 24,1994
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Date: March 2, 1995
To: Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission
From: LaDonna Kienitz, Community Services Director
Re: Marian Bergeson Aquatic Center
The members of the Newport Mesa Unified School District are considering budget
cuts. One of the targeted areas, at the second level of reduction, is pool operations.
Of particular interest is the Marian Bergeson Aquatic Center. Currently the pool is
maintained at 82 degrees. It has been suggested that for the four winter months the
temperature be dropped to 72 degrees. This action would make the pool unusable
for that period of time for many uses.
db This would have enormous impact on the recreation aquatics program. The year
round lap swimming program would be shortened by four months. This year 130
yearly passes were sold; 120 drop in swimmers paid for individual swims monthly.
The year round Swim Team of 120 members would be affected. The Junior Water
Polo of 40 members might not have a full season.
The City of Newport Beach, in partnership with the above groups, funded the
construction of the Marian Bergeson Aquatic Center. The City- School District
Agreement regarding pool use assigns to the School District the responsibility for
all pool maintenance. However, no criteria for operational standards are provided.
The Commission may elect to formally notify the School Board with
recommendation on pool use. The Commission may also direct staff to inform
other facility users of the impending reduction so they can take appropriate action.
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