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Home My WebLink About07-05-1995 - Agenda6; n U • ; CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH r PARKS, BEACHES AND RECREATION COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING TO BE hELD WEDNESDAY, JULY 5, 1995 CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 7:30 P.M. 1�618-bj "V X41 II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - Meeting of June 6, 1995 I UV 103 DONDFOR FINE190ft""s 12 V. PUBLIC COMMENTS Members of the public are invited to comment on non agenda items. Speakers are limited to three minutes. All matters listed under Consent Calendar (1 -4) 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. Animal'Control Ordinance (Reports Attached) Retain City Ordinance 7.04.030 prohibiting walking of dogs on the beach from June 15- September 15. 2. Request from Wedge Preservation Society (Report Attached) Retain current regulations regarding flotation devices at the Wedge. v I.I- L 0 2 3. Park and Tree Division (Report Attached) Report of Park and Tree Division activities during June and upcoming projects for July. 4. Recreation and Senior Services (Reports Attached) Report of activities during June for these two divisions. off WMEM9 u. 5. Tree Removal (Report Attached) Review proposed tree removal at 2169 E. Ocean Boulevard. VIII. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Matters which Commissioners may wish to put on a (future agenda or raise for discussion. I 10 • lain. ► - CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH'Item II Parks, Beaches Motion Ayes Motion Ayes ) 3 & Recreation Commission June 6, 1995 City Council Chambers 7 o.m. TNnPY G 7 �i 9 dr d7 `fp m„ ij F. d4 n Motion Ayes Motion Ayes ) 3 & Recreation Commission June 6, 1995 City Council Chambers 7 o.m. TNnPY Staff present: LaDonna Kienitz, Community Services Director David E. Niederhaus, General Services Director Marcelino Lomeli, Park and Tree Maintenance Superintendent Dave McConnell, Recreation Manager 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 Bonner, Compton, Demmer, Glasgow, Grant and Schonlau were present. Commissioner Vandervort arrived at 7:40 P.M. II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES x Commissioner Compton moved the minutes of the May 2, x x x x x x 1995 meeting be approved as presented. Unanimous. III. PUBLIC COMMENTS - None IV. CONSENT CALENDAR x Commissioner Grant moved the following items be x x x x x x approved except for those removed from the Consent Calendar. Unanimous. Item #1 - Removed from Consent Calendar Item 92 - Removed from Consent Calendar Item #3 - Bench Donation Accept donation of one bench, one table and four planters from the Fred Crook family. Item #4 - Designation of Street Trees Approve designated street trees in the Park Lido Homeowners Association neighborhood. Item 95 - Park and Tree Division Approve report of Park and Tree Division activities during May and upcoming projects for June. 'Parks. Beaches & Recreation ' G y F d4 ev 'I Commission June 6, 1995 Page 2 City Council Chambers 7 p.m TN11FX Item #6 - Recreation and Senior Services Approve report of activities during May for these two divisions. ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR Item #1 - Communication - Letter from Michael Hirsh regarding proposal to install two Petanque courts Director Niederhaus presented photos of the proposed area adjacent to the Lawn Bowling•courts on the corner of San JoaquinEills and Crown Drive North. The results of his survey indicate that it would cost approximately $1,200 to install two courts which would include rearranging the irrigation, building materials and man - hours. It would not include the removal of one tree which might be required. Staff recommends postponing this item to the July Commission meeting in order that more research can be done. Chair Glasgow opened the meeting to public hearing. Michael Hirsh, 2701 Lighthouse Lane, addressed the Commission. Mr. Hirsh explained the game of Petanque which is played by all ages. The nearest courts are at Irvine Valley College. He stated his proposal would not require the removal of trees and that the location of the courts could be anywhere. All that is required is packed dirt. In response to questions from Commissioner Grant, Mr. Hirsh explained that 2 -8 people playon each court and that the group would most likely start with 20 players. The players will maintain the area, help with expenses and comply with the "good neighbor" policy with the Lawn Bowlers, particularly when their tournaments are scheduled. In response to a question from Commissioner Bonner, Director Niederhaus explained that the flat turf area will absorb water during heavy rainfall which will not present a problem during the rainy season. John Amies, 2732 Circle Drive, addressed the Commission on behalf of the Lawn Bowling Club. Mr. Amies stated he felt one tree would have to be removed at the proposed location. Problems that could be encountered would be wind blowing the dust around; the dirt spoiling the scenic CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission G June 6, 1995 d v Page 3 d4 X City Council Chambers 7 p.m. Motion I I.x Motion'. I i Ayes x'• x x J view of the park; maintenance; and parking problems during tournaments. The Board met June 5 and were generally opposed to the idea. Commissioner Compton moved to install the courts as proposed. Commissioner Grant amended the motion to includethat staff will work with the proponent in an attempt to minimize the City's costs; that the proponent will work with staff as appropriate on its installation; and that the proponent will be aware of Lawn Bowling tournament play. Unanimous. Item 92 - Conceptual Change of Designated ParkwayStre Tree Commissioner Demmer reported she is in favor of changing the designated street tree in Corona del Mar but does not support the proposed King Palm. She encouraged the Commission.to become involved in this project from conception to completion. Chair Glasgow opened the meeting to public hearing. Ron Yeo, 500 Jasmine, addressed the Commission on behalf of the Corona del Mar Chamber of Commerce Beautification Committee. Mr. Yeo reported that the project started when Ficus trees were having to be removed as a result of the problems caused by their being planted over the inland side sewer line. King Palms are not only the least evasive and aggressive, but are also very elegant. They would be interspersed with flowering trees. They feel that this is a positive and ambitious approach to a long range master plan. After the initial outlay of funds, the program will save the City money compared to the costs of repairing sidewalks and curbs. In response to a question from Commissioner Compton, Director Niederhaus explained that there are no funds available for the project during the next fiscal year, however, a Business Improvement District (BID) may be set up and funds could be accumulated as early as September or October. In response to a question from Commissioner Schonlau, Mr. Yeo explained that funds would come from a variety of t CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH Parks, Beaches & Recreat i on Commi ss i on G o June 6, 1995 d oo^ Page 4 o do ° ^X City Council Chambers 7 p.m. TNnF'x sources, such as the Chamber, BID, individual business owners and grants. Commissioner Demmer stated Corona del Mar is a unique and charming village and feels Palm trees generally on Pacific Coast Highway in West Newport Beach and City center medians are not that attractive and healthy looking. Palm trees are becoming the accepted street tree in commercial, zones and highways in the City, and she feels Corona del Mar will be losing its unique identity by conforming to the norm as well as losing its canopy tree effect. She recommends bringing this issue back with other tree alternatives. Mr. Yeo explained that they are attempting to maintain the village atmosphere in Corona del Mar by interspersing every other tree with a flowering tree, the result of which will be twice as many trees. They have no objection to consideration of alternative trees. Royal Radtke, 330 Mayflower, Treasurer of the Corona del Mar Chamber of Commerce, addressed the Commission. Mr. Radtke stated this program has been given much study over the past three years and they are not only trying to revitalize the business district, but also hope that the area will be inviting to those hithe Down Coast area. Mr. Radtke explained that other alternatives have been researched, however, this plan has been recommended by Sherman Gardens. The Ficus trees need to be removed since they have been creating problems with sidewalks, curb and gutter which result in potential liability. The last repairs were $50,000. He felt there would be no problem with the Chamber trying to raise funds. When the Board of Directors approved the concept, it was out of necessity due to the damage done by the Ficus trees and upon the condition that the palms would be interspersed with flowering trees. They are working in the business district to also improve store fronts while keeping the unique village atmosphere. Request is made to approve the project so that it can go forward. In response to a question from Commissioner Demmer, Mr. Radtke stated he would support the Commission conceptually approving the change of designated street tree to two trees and that those names be submitted at a later date along with the plan. CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission Motion x Motion Motion x yes x ays x x x x x Ayes x x x x x Nays x 1 H June 6, 1995 Page 5 City Council Chambers 7 P.M. There being no further public testimony, the meeting was closed to public hearing. Commissioner Schonlau stated he strongly supports the King or Royal Palms and cited Naples, Florida as a prime example of their majestic beauty. Commissioner Grant moved to approve�staff s recommendation as written. Commissioner Vandervort amended the motion to state that possible funding sources also be sought for cutting additional tree sites wherever possible. Commissioner Demmer made a substitute motion to conceptually approve a change in the designated, street tree ' and that the Commission request a comprehensive plan on both types of trees that the Chamber plans to put into the total area; and that the Commission'bave an opportunity to look at the plan and the plan of action. Motion fails. Vote was taken on the amended motion. Motion passes. � • d_ u Item #7 - Status Report on Castaways John Wolter, Cooperative Project Engineer with the Public Works Department, addressed the Commission. Mr. Wolter reviewed in detail the status report submitted and presented the latest site plan which includes the passive park grading and drainage plan, active park parking plan and 16th Street layout and modified church parking lot plan. Commissioner Grant voiced his concern that the existing church parking lot and the proposed driveway into the active park are-across from each other. Mr. Wolter explained that the plan will include adequate signing of the parking areas to distinguish church parking from the active park parking site. Commissioner Grant recommended the two park parking lot driveways be made of a different material than that of the church driveway for psychological purposes. INDEX CITY OF Parks, Beaches NEWPORT BEACH & Recreation June 6, 1995 Page 6 Commission City Council Chambers 7 p.m In response to Commissioner Grant's question that the trail coming up from Dover Drive is 8' wide rather than the legal minimum of 12' wide being used for the bluff top trail, Mr. Wolter explained that Public Works Department's preference was for a wider trail with grading to reduce the existing steep slope. Staff was directed to use the existing Castaways access and there is sufficient room with minimal grading to provide for a 2' graded shoulder on one edge and a 4' wide drainage swale which together provide adequate width for the trail. Commissioner Grant also questioned what will happen to the trail at Cliff Drive if the Lower Castaways site access road is constructed. Mr. Wolter explained that the trail now follows the natural terrain. If a new access roadway is constructed, grading will be required to join the trail to the sidewalk. In response to a question from Commissioner Compton, Mr. Wolter stated that in the active park the diamonds are 200' to the fence and 40' -60' from the back of the fields to the nearest homes. Commissioner Compton reported it is important that signs are posted stating that this will be an active park site. Commissioner Vandervort also commented that it is crucial that the signs list the sports that will be played and that they be posted before the first lot is even looked at. Mr. Wolter replied that the signs will be posted when the property is transferred to the City. Commissioner Grant recommended there be a full disclosure to all prospective buyers that this is an active park which will emit noise. Commissioner Bonner asked what the paving on the old historical roadway will, be. Mr. Wolter explained it will be asphalt concrete. Mr. Ed Benson, 1028 Westwind Way, addressed the Commission. Mr. Benson stated that the Dover Shores Community Association is concerned about accidents on the bluffs and access for emergency vehicles. They are also concerned about noise from the playgrounds and errant balls going into -Dover Drive. INDEX CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission G o o i June 6, 1995 o o c \�Ga oX Page 7 a ee City Council Chambers 7 n.m TNnP'Y Mr. Wolter explained that there will be two access locations, one from 16th Street through the new parking area and the other from Polaris. These will be gated and closed except for emergency vehicles. There is also a fence along the active park paralleling Dover Drive that will keep children and balls from going toward the busy street. Dr. Jan Vandersloot, 2221 E. 16th Street, addressed the Commission and stated his items of concern. The baseball players would like an extra 28' so that the ball field can be used for regulation Pony League play. The way the soccer field is located, players will be facing the afternoon sun and the extra 28' would allow the soccer field to be orientated differently so that the players wouldn't be facing the sun. The baseball and soccer organizations need to be consulted as to the best use of the 28'. If not used for enlarging field use, it could be used for parking. In addition, the bus stop behind the batting cage should be moved due to fumes. He suggested the bus stop location be moved closer to Westcliff or 17th Street. Mr. Vandervort also expressed his concern over the cost of $200,000 for the new church parking arrangement. He felt the turn around should be eliminated and the ravine not be filled in which would result in.not losing trees. Mr. Vandervort suggested minimizing grading, leaving the area natural and putting a berm along the bluff top incorporating the trail that would pond water behind the berm so it would not run over the bluff. He recommended crushed granite or compacted dirt on the trail system rather than concrete or asphalt. Mr. Vandervort also recommended minimizing costs by reducing mitigation requirements on the wetlands. He acknowledged that he was pleased•to hear that on site mitigation was being considered with the new plan, rather than off site mitigation as before. He suggested preserving history of the area by leaving the ruins of the Castaways restaurant on site but removing the broken asphalt. Commissioner Compton pointed out that the Commission originally recognized that the ball field would be too small except for Little League and explained that the 28' from Dover Drive would be deemed a buffer area to the street. There being no further public testimony, public hearing was closed. CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission O �, c s June 6, 1995 Pag } ?�d�o�oX City Councii$Chambers 7 p.m. INDEX Commissioner Grant reported that the plan as presented is not in keeping with staff s recommendations due to its safety ramifications. The trail is narrower than the 12' required for the bluff top trail and it is also too steep. In addition, improvements to the view park are counter to the CIOSA agreement There were many meetings with public input held and it was agreed that the view park should be flat open green space. He commended staff for the improvements to the layout of the active park and additional parking areas. Commissioner Vandervort agreed, pointing out the flat green area for unscheduled run and play activities has been omitted from the plan. Commissioner Schonlau'stated he was disappointed that the park was not expanded towards Dover and that the park cannot accommodate senior leagues such as Pony League. Commissioner Demmer stated she agreed with Dr. Vandersloot that materials other than asphalt and concrete be used for the trails. Commissioner Vandervort stated she is pleased the trail will be a solid surface acceptable to wheelchairs. Chair Glasgow reported he is also disappointed with the direction the view park has taken, and that it is not the way the Commission envisioned with a flat surface.' The City lacks resources and there is a need to provide as many activities as possible. Item #8 - Green. Acres Reclaimed Water Project Overview and Bonita Creek Park Irrigation Improvement Project Mike Sinacori, Deputy Utilities Director, addressed the Commission and explained' in detail the report submitted which is a long range plan resulting from years of study. Staff is requesting the Commission endorse the project funding and forward their recommendations to the City Council. Commissioner Vandervort questioned if the nitrates will go into the bay creating algae or stay in the park. Mr. Sinacori b responded that the fertilizer will be cut back so that the net amount of run off will be the same. Exact numbers can be provided. Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission G June 6, 1995 da °ee, d� oho d ° X Page 9 L Citv Council Chambers T 13. m. TNTIFX In response to a question from Commissioner Compton concerning the brown spots at the park, Mr. Lomeli explained they are a combination of excessive use, soil composition and the irrigation system defects. Commissioner Grant asked if additional parking for Bonita Creek Park could be added on the Metropolitan Water District easement. Mr. Sinacori advised he will find out if this is possible. Mr. Sinacori invited staff and the Commission to tour the Orange County Water District facilities. Anyone interested should contact him. Director Niederhaus pointed out that it is important to realize -this is one of the few capital improvements that has survived. Bonita Creek Park is a premiere sports park and this is the first chance in a few years that we are able to l make improvements. Motion x Commissioner Vandervort stated that realizing Bonita Creek Park is the premiere sports park facility in the City at this time with the greatest potential that is not being realized, she moved that Recommendations 1, 2 and 3 of Ayes x x x x x x x the staff report be approved. Unanimous. Item #9 - Tree Removal Director Niederhaus provided photographs of the Eucalyptus at the northeast corner of Ocean Boulevard and Narcissus. Thezubject tree has grown too large for the small parkway space and.has a history of damaging the adjacent sidewalk, curb and gutter. This resident's request is an opportunity to remove a City liability and replace the curb, gutter and sidewalk at the homeowner's expense. The three adjacent neighbors also approve the tree removal. The property owner will pay for the cost of the removal of the tree, curb and sidewalk and the replacement of the curb and sidewalk. Staffs recommendation is to remove the tree and accept the resident's offer to donate $1900 towards the planting of 20 park or parkway trees at locations selected by staff. Marilyn Rousselot (no address given) addressed the Commission. Ms. Rousselot gave a brief background of her uncle who resides at 3500 Ocean Boulevard and who was unable to attend the meeting. Ms. Rousselot stated the CITY OF NEWPORT Parks, Beaches & Recre,ation Motion Ayes Motion Ayes Motion Ayes 11 June 6, 1995 Page 10 BEACH Commission City Council Chambers 7 p.m TNTIFX G tree roots have taken nourishment from his yard; the brick O Motion Ayes Motion Ayes Motion Ayes 11 June 6, 1995 Page 10 BEACH Commission City Council Chambers 7 p.m TNTIFX tree roots have taken nourishment from his yard; the brick wall is raising up; and the tree is destroying his ocean view. She presented letters from his neighbors approving the tree removal which will be at her uncle's expense along with a donation of 20 trees to -the community. Rod Taylor (no address given) addressed the Commission and stated the tree's roots are infringing. There being no other trees in the area, he felt Mr. Rousselot's offer,is very generous and should be accepted. X Commissioner Grant moved to accept staffs X X X X X X X recommendation. Unanimous. Item #10 - Progress Report on Recreation and Open Space Element Director Kienitz reported that the Planning Department is being reorganized with a reassignment of tasks, therefore, a better time to respond to this item would, be in September. x Commissioner Vandervort moved to schedule this matter x x x X x x x on the September agenda. Unanimous. VI. FUTURE A NDA ITEMS - None X Commissioner Schonlau moved the July meeting be held on X x x x x x x July 5, 1995 at 7:30 P.M. Unanimous. VII. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the.Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission adjourned at 9:52 P.M. The agenda for this meeting was posted May 31, 1995 at 11:00 A.M. outside the City Hall Administration Building. Item VI -1 • COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT DATE: June 22, 1995 TO: Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission FROM: LaDonna Kienitz, Community Services Director SUBJECT: Animal Control Ordinance A member of the City Council has requested that City Ordinance 7.04.030 be amended to permit the walking of dogs on the beach during specified hours in the summer. The Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission was asked to consider this matter with input from the Marine Department and Police Department. Attached are reports from Lt. Eric A. Bauer, Operations, and Capt. Mike Blitch, Patrol /Traffic Division Commander. The Police Department report includes a • survey of present Orange County beach laws. Neither Department recommends changing the current City Ordinance which prohibits the walking of dogs on the beach from June 15- September 15. • 3 l Ll U • 14 CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH R�� - To: Tony Melum P.O. BOX 1768, NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92658 -8915 JUN 20 1995 COWAUNi t r From: Lt. Eric A. Bauer, Operations Subject: Altering, Animal Control Ordinance 7.04.030 After reviewing Senior A.C.O. Eric Metz's memo, we should support his recommendation. In addition, I have recently noticed an increase in enforcement contacts by our personnel regarding dogs, I believe if we were to make the existing ordinances any more lenient we would encourage more scofflaws and there would definitely be a increase in animal defecation on the beach. This would negatively effect the majority of the beach users and public enjoyment of the beach. Also, changing the law would require our personnel to engage in more law enforcement activity and would detract from our primary function, which is life safety. In Huntington Beach there is a "dog beach" at the cliffs, I have visited that section of beach and noticed a large amount of defecation and contrary to the belief that dog owners are responsible, in general they do not clean up their dog's mess. I would not want to commit any more safety resources to the enforcement of the expanded hours permitting dogs, also enjoyment of the beach by other beach goers would be negatively affected: 3300 Newport Boulevard, Newport Beach 0 n U 15 JUN 161995 CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH POLICE DEPARTMENT 'COMMUNITY SERvICES June 14, 1995 TO: Chief of Police FROM: Patrol/Traffic Division Commander SUBJECT: 7.04.030 NBMC Attached is a staff report from Senior ACO Eric Metz regarding the perennial issue of dogs on the beach. I concur with his recommendation that the ordinance remain unaltered. l ' Mike Blitch, Captain Patrol/Traffic Division Commander r • City of Newport Beach Police ,Department Memorandum June 12, 1995 TO: Captain Mike Blitch, Traffic /Patrol Division Commander FROM: Sr. ACO E. Metz SUBJECT. Animals on the Beach Ordinance, 7.04.030 NBMC Problem: We have received two letters from citizens, through City Manager Kevin Murphy's office, regarding a proposed change in the existing municipal code section 7.04.030 which covers dates and times animals are allowed on the beaches. Both letters take exception with the current ordinance and suggest allowing a small block of time, during the early morning, permitting animals on the beach during the summer months, (June 15th through September • 15th). • Discussion: The last revision of this ordinance was in 1989. This revision removed the restriction of animals from "public parks used primarily as children's playgrounds ". Prior to that the last revision was in 1971. I was unable to find a text of the ordinance prior to 1971 so I do not know what part of the ordinance was changed at that time. ; The present section 7.04.030 NBMC restricts animals from the ocean front beaches and ocean front sidewalks from June 15th through September 15th, twenty four hours a day. From September 16th through June 14th animals are allowed on the ocean front beaches and ocean front sidewalks before 9 am and after 5 pm. The ordinance restricts animals from the bay front beaches at all times. A survey was done of the present Orange County beach laws relating to animals with the following results: I Seal Beach: No animals allowed, on the beach at any time. ,f .• Animals on the Beach Ordinance, 7.04.030 NBMC Page 2 Beaches covered by the Orange County Animal Control. (All City and. County beaches with the exception of Seal Beach, Newport Beach, Laguna Beach and San Clemente): No animals allowed at any time with the exception of Huntington Beach between Golden West Blvd. and the Bolsa Chica State Beach, (known as "The Cliffs" area), where animals are allowed on the beach at any time. Laguna Beach: Animals are allowed on the beach from September 13th through May 31st at any time. June 1st through September 12th animals are allowed on the beach from 7 pm through 7 am only. San Clemente: No animals allowed on the • beach at any time. The above information reflects the fact there are few places a citizen can take his or her animal to the beach, legally, in Orange County. I believe this is a factor to be considered before the City of Newport Beach changes its beach regulation. At the present time only "The Cliffs" area in Huntington Beach, Laguna Beach and Newport Beach allow animals on the beach during months other then the summer. Many of our contacts with leash law violators during the period when our beach is opened to animals is with people from cities other the Newport Beach. I believe that opening a block of time in the summer allowing animals on the beach would compound the problem of violations of both the leash law and defecation ordinances. During the summer months our volume of radio calls increase leaving less time to patrol the beach for enforcement proposes. Additionally there are far more people in the City because of summer vacations. Also, even though we already have an ordinance requiring animal owners to pick up the animal's defecation, it is very difficult to enforce. To satisfy the elements of a violation of 7.20.020 NBMC, defecation must be • removed, an ACO has to observe the following. The ACO must see the (1 • Animals on the Beach Ordinance, 7.04.030 NBMC Page 3 animal defecate then watch the owner walk away from the defecation, without making an attempt to pick it up. The ACO must let the owner go far enough to be sure he /she was not going over to the nearest trash receptacle to get something to pick up the defecation. Because we drive distinctively marked vehicles during our patrol shifts we are usually spotted by the violator and he /she will go to the nearest trash receptacle and find something to pick up the defecation. If we are not around it is a very easy matter for someone who has no intention of picking up after their animal to quickly kick some sand over the defecation where it will later be stepped on by beach patrons later in the day or dug up by children playing in the sand. In 1989 the ordinance was revised to remove the restriction of animals from "public parks used primarily as children's playgrounds ". Today, at Channel Place Park, located at 44th and Channel, I observed approximately ten various size piles of defecation on the grass despite the five signs posted there. This park is heavily patrolled as it is near one of the major beach entrances from the Coast Highway, 46th Street. Also to be considered is the possibility of City liability. With few places to take an animal to the beach there will be many people from other cities bringing their animals. Some of these people, will, either because of ignorance of the • law or because they intend to purposefully violate it, allow their animals to run on the beach off the required leash. This will invariably lead to an increase in fights between the unleashed animals and bite incidents involving their owners or, worse yet, bystanders. The possibility of lawsuits resulting from people being bitten because the City changed the ordinance to allow animals on the beach at times they have not been allowed in, at least, the past twenty four years must be considered. i Another consideration in changing the ordinance is the necessity of changing the signs on the beach. There are approximately 90 beach entrances from the Wedge to the west city limits. Also, there are numerous signs at Corona Del Mar main beach and several at Little Corona beach. Also there are the numerous blue trash receptacles, with the beach signs painted on them, on each beach. All these signs would have to be changed if the city changes its animals on the beach ordinance. With the present financial situation the City has found itself in this would be a financial burden on the tax payers of the City. If the ordinance is changed and the signs are left the way they presently are it would hamper enforcement efforts. Defendants, in court, could cite the inaccuracy of the signs as a defense. Lastly the factor of confusion should be taken into consideration. Presently, about half the time we contact someone on the beach with an animal, they • claim to have read the signs and tell .us the sign said the animal is allowed on I i • Animals on the Beach Ordinance, 7.04.030 NBMC Page 4 the beach from June 15th through September 15th. Sometimes they claim they stopped reading the sign after the June 15th through September 15th restriction and didn't read the part about no animals September 16 through June 14th 9 am through 5 pm. If more time "windows" for animals were placed on the signs more confusion by the citizens would result. Presently the population of Newport Beach is approximately 69,301 with a summer population of approximately 100,000 along with a tourist population of from 20,000 to 100,000 additional people per day. (figures from City, of Newport Beach Statistical Information 1995 - 1996). The latest dog license printout from 4/04/95 indicates there are 5,163 licensed dogs in the City. (Even though there are undoubtedly many unlicensed dogs within the City). The City needs to consider if it is worth changing the ordinance at the expense of the entire citizenry of Newport Beach to make a small, vocal group content. Recommendation: I respectfully recommend no changes in the present municipal code section 7.04.030, animals prohibited on the beach. If any change is considered in the • future it should possibly be to restrict animals from the beach entirely. • 11 Eric Metz �� Senior Animal Control Officer Kurt Neumann WARNER BROS. Vice President 4000 Warner Boulewtd Production Burbank, California 91522 (818)954.3151 Fax: (818) 954.M June 7, 1995 Kevin Murphy City Manager Newport Beach City Hall P.O. Box 1768 Newport Beach, CA. 92658 -8915 Dear Mr. Murphy: My name is Kurt Neumann and I live at 2209 Channel Road. The reason for my writing to you is that we are approaching June 15th and as of that date, all dogs are banned from the beach 24 hours ,a day. I personally have never been able to understand this as dogs seem • to be the least of our problems out there and most of us who walk our dogs early or late pick up a lot of trash. Is there any way to get this ban altered? I would like to propose one of the following: 1) A year round restriction that is currently in effect between 9:00 A.M. and 5:00 P.M. 2) The current WINTER restriction with a SUMMER restriction of no dogs after 8:00 A.M. or before 6:00 P.M. 3) Any of the above with a new SUMMER restriction of no dogs allowed on Saturday and Sundays:. Please let me know your feelings about this and be assured that if it is a matter of getting signatures, etc., I am more than ready to devote my time. , yours, Home - (714K 673 -8916 • Work - (818) 954 -3151 A Time Warner Entertainment Company julie mattson f artist tai photographer 2811 lafayette avenue • newport beach ca, 92663 (714)675 -9432 June 7, 1995 Mr. Kevin Murphy, City Manager City of Newport Beach 3300 Newport Blvd. Newport Beach CA 92663 Dear Kevin: As per our meeting through George Jeffries at the Balboa Library's 75th birthday celebration, and our telephone conversation this afternoon, here is the letter you requested from me regarding my problem with Ordinance 7.04.030 (Dogs Prohibited on Public Beaches. During the period from June 15 to September 15 ... ) My view is that dog owners should be allowed a window, albeit a small one, in the summer months to have their dogs on the beach.... leased and with poop -bags, of course. • My proposal is to amend the current ordinance to allow us, as responsible dog owners, the right to be on the beach between the hours of 6 a.m. and 8 a. m. The beaches are virtually empty between those hours so the dogs would not be a nuisance to anyone. Of course, the owners need to be responsible and pick up their dog droppings and the fine should be huge ifthey do not. The council members I spoke with: Tom Edwards, Norma Glover, Jean Watts, Jan DeBay, and Mayor John Hedges all reacted favorably to my proposal. ( I was unable to reach Mr. Cox, and have been playing "phone tai" with Mr. ONeil.) Norma Glover suggested we try this on a trial basis to see how it works. I think a trial basis is it good idea, but let's do give it a chance. Thank you for taking this under consideration and also for returning my call this afternoon. I appreciate your help! Hope to hear from you soon. Sincerely yours, A. M - . Julie A. Mattson cc. Mayor John Hedges I\ / <0 ) NA ' VcJ U n f� CA- DRIVER'S LIC. C� Ol ` 17 ` S� VEH YR IMAKE ODEL LIC. OLOR(S) dr 7 • D3r�Mc, ; a o 1 ,�JZQAU417 A4jo iT �� ors N ' CATION: CpRm lo PT, . THIS IS NOT A CITATION. YOU DO MI HAVE TO APPEAR IN COURT. THIS IS A NOTICE OF VIOLATION AND SERVES AS A WRITTEN WARNING. ISSUING FFI h.KrvNURT BEACH POLICE DEPARTMENT 5 • • `t.,i N NEWPORT BEACH CALIFORNIA ''•': •rid. ' � ° ''�• ^ 'E••1 .a � ° ' ^:4g�; ' =� 1 W WRITTEN W WARNING - - . - ' O OF VIOLATION .. : :. . . ' WC500868 DA n� /+DV / ) NA ' VcJ U n f� CA- DRIVER'S LIC. C� Ol ` 17 ` S� VEH YR IMAKE ODEL LIC. OLOR(S) dr 7 • D3r�Mc, ; a o 1 ,�JZQAU417 A4jo iT �� ors N ' CATION: CpRm lo PT, . THIS IS NOT A CITATION. YOU DO MI HAVE TO APPEAR IN COURT. THIS IS A NOTICE OF VIOLATION AND SERVES AS A WRITTEN WARNING. ISSUING FFI • 0 7 Item VI -2 COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT DATE: June 22, 1995 TO: Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission FROM: LaDonna Kienitz, Community Services Director SUBJECT: Communication from Wedge Preservation Society The Wedge Preservation Society delivered this request to the Community Services office for transmittal to the Commission. Also attached is a response from the Marine Department recommending that the request be denied. Tom Kennedy Mel Thoman Terry Wade • WEDGE PRESERVATION SOCIETY Date: June 22, 1995 To: Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission From: The Wedge Preservation Society Proposal: To prohibit all flotation devices from the Wedge, therebv creating a bodvsurfing preserve. Outline of the Problem /Argument Bodysurfers face these problems: 1) Not enough surf snots to use 2) Unable to comnete with flotation device • 3) Majority of surf breaks dominated by boards These problems are resulting in a decline in the nonularity of our snort which is now at risk of dying out. The WPS argues for a flotation device free zone at the Wedge. The Wedge alreadv is world famous for its uniaue peaks and is considered by manv to be the best wave for bodysurfing. This tradition not withstanding, the Wedge is now being overcrowded with flotation devices. In the times not falling under current May 1 through October 31 ban, the bodvsurfers are unable to compete with all the flotation devices and enduring the accompanied risk of in.iurv. We argue for a bodvsurfing preserve based on fairness, safety and protection. Fairness - This is the main thrust of our argument. Bodvsurfers have only a tiny fraction of surf break available to them, with the rest of the breaks dominated by board surfers. We cannot compete with board riders under anv circumstance. Also, most surf and surf breaks are not especially good enough for bodvsurfing. We reauire steep, peak like surf. This is a rare combination. • Safety- Bodvsurfers are the least visible in the water. Only the head and neck are orotruding from the surface of the water. We are at risk of not being seen by board surfers. This can and has �A "PRESERVE and PERSERVERE" PO BOX 862 • BALBOA PENNINSULA • NEWPORT BEACH • CA 92661 • resulted in head injuries. This is why the Marine Department currently blackballs hard boards from all of Newoort during the summer months between noon and 4 p.m. Furthermore, bodvboards create a false sense of security. This prompts many inexperienced riders to attempt to tackle the Wedge without the skill and knowledge that is necessary. They are a threat to themselves and others. Protection- Our snort is in .jeopardy of dying out. Without enough areas to bodvsurf, many bodysurfers are actually quitting. No Industry backs our sport! Bodysurfers need a safe, board -free environment in which to perform their sport without interruption of a part time usage. Finally, it is important to note that the implementation of a year round no floatation device zone would in no wav restrict any person from utilizing the Wedge. it would require that all surfers simply leave their boards on the beach, thus creating a fair and safe environment for all Wedge riders. It is the creation of a preserve not the restriction of surfers. Please help save our sport and recognize the historical significance and ongoing importance that the Wedge has to bodvsurf ing. • Endorsements: The Balboa Peninsula Point Association has endorsed our proposal. We also have the support of other bodysurfing organizations including the following: The Honolulu Bodysurfing Club and the International Bodysurfing Association, San Diego. Finally, the Marine Department has stated that, "the Wedge location provides a cost effective location on our beach to enforce a 'flotation free zone "'. Current Regulations: There currently exists a no flotation device rule between the dates of May 1st through October 31st annuallv. The times of enforcement are 10:00 a.m, to 5:00 p.m. Sincerely, Terry Wade Wedge Preservation Societv TW /mc cc: Kevin Thoman • Tom Kennedy q S John Hedges d- CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH MARINE DEPARTMENT June 21, 1995 TO: PARKS, BEACHES and RECREATION COMMISSION FROM: John Blauer, Acting Marine Safety Captain SUBJECT: FLOTATION DEVICES AT THE WEDGE In 1993 the City Council revised the `Black Ball Resolution' to ban all flotation devices at the Wedge. The dates and times are, May 1 st through October 31st,10:00am to 5:00pm. The dates correspond to the `No Surfing' • dates for '40th-44th Streets'. The hours correspond to the hours enforced prior to implementation of the resolution adopted in 1993. 0 In the past two months, two conflicting requests have been received by our office. One request by the Wedge Preservation Society has been for greater controls on flotation devices at the Wedge. The second, from Erick Norr of Newport Beach (see attached letter) requests we have fewer hours restricted from flotation device usage. At this time, the Marine Department feels there is an adequate amount of time set aside for each group to utilize this valuable natural resource. We would recommend no change at this time in the Municipal Code. Respectfully, John Blauer, Marine Department 1� 0 Erick Norr 2285 Tustin Ave. Newport Beach, CA 92660 May 5, 1995 City of Newport Beach Marine Department 70 Newport Pier Newport Beach, CA 92663 Dear Sir or Madam: My name is ErickNorr and I'm a student at Newport Harbor High School and I want to address a local problem. There is discrimination going on at the Wedge by allowing bodysurfers to monoplize the break. Everywhere else the black ball rule doesn't apply to • bodyboarders. I'm aware why the first one was established, but the extention is wrong. The solution to my problem is simple. We need to share the Wedge. The time the black ball goes up should be 11:00 a.m and go down at 4:00 p.m. This will allow the groups to share the Wedge. Also the time span should be from June 15 to September 1 because by then all tourists are gone. I thank you for your consideration in this very important matter. Sincerely, /o' G- Erick Norr 0 0 Agenda Item No. VI -3 July 5,1995 General Services Department Parks and Tree Divisions June, 1995 Activities Report Park Division Activities 1. The volunteers continue to weed the native plant slope as part of the ongoing maintenance program at Cliff Drive Park. A California Live Oak was planted at the park in recognition of Dr. Jan Vandersloot't volunteer efforts by the Newport Conservancy. 2. Two donated benches were installed, one on the Balboa Peninsula at 28 th • Street and -the other along Ocean Boulevard in Corona del Mar. 3. Staff continues to work with the City Utilities Department and a consultant for the irrigation renovation and retrofitting for reclaimed water at Bonita Creek Park. 4. Staff coordinated with the Community Services Department for the annual Corona del Mar 5 K Race. 5. Park staff and contract services were used to replant several planters with shrubs at the Newport Pier Plaza area. 6. Two Pentaque courts were installed at San Joaquin Park with the use of staff and contract services. Upcoming Activities for July 1. Staff will continue to aerify the turfgrass on a Citywide basis as part of an ongoing improvement program. 2. Staff will continue to establish the newly sodded areas of the football field at Bonita Creek Park for the upcoming season. • 3 The fertilizing of all turfgrass areas throughout the park system will be completed. Tree Division Activities During the month of June, 377 trees were trimmed(95 by staff and 282 by tree contractor), 21 trees were root pruned, 321 trees were planted, 6 trees were removed, , 4 emergency calls were responded to regarding trees and 313 tree maintenance requests were received by the Urban Forester. 1. Staff with contract services finalized the planting of 300, fifteengallon parkway street trees as part of the State Urban Forestry Grant throughout the City this month. This effort completes the grant program by achieving the goal .to plant 500 street trees by June 30, 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 Buffalo Hills, Newport Heights, Balboa Peninsula and Corona del Mar areas. 4. Tree removals were performed at these various locations during the month: • 919 & 971 Bayside Drive, 4 trees due to sidewalk and curb damage/ repairs 1806 Port Abbey,1 tree due to disease 3500 Ocean Blvd.,1 tree per P,B & R approval 5. Effective July 1, 1995 all tree maintenance activities will be performed by West Coast Arborists. The Urban Forester and Park and Tree Superintendent will coordinate these maintenance activities with the contractor. Additionally, the City Council recently approved a contract renewal with West Coast Arborists for a ten year period, at a cost of $39 per tree. sp ctfully" c G. Lomeli Park and Tree Maintenance Superintendent • 11 E 0 Item VI -4 COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT DATE: June 22, 1995 TO: Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission FROM: LaDonna Kienitz, Community Services Director .SUBJECT: Monthly Commission Report Special Events There were 2,325 participants in the 14th annual Corona del Mar Scenic 5K race which included 520 walkers. The Corona del Mar Chamber of Commerce and the Community Services Department will equally share $20,000. The spring Surf Championships were held June 10 -11 at the 54th Street beach. This was a pro -am event and some of the best surfers in the country competed. The event was sponsored by the West Coast Pro -Am Tour and the department received invaluable assistance from both the Marine and General Services Departments. The 22nd annual Mariners Independence Day Parade and Picnic will be held Tuesday, July 4. The Grand Marshals this year are Clarence and Celia Turner. Nine hundred participants are expected to attend the traditional activities which will also include an amateur volleyball, tournament. Plans are underway for the 1995 Balboa Music and Arts Festival which will be coordinated with the Newport Seafest. The event will be held Saturday and Sunday, September 9 -10, from 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. The biannual Youth Sports Commission meeting was held June 21. Representatives from Newport-Mesa Unified School District, General Services Department, Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission, staff and each of the City's youth sports organizations discussed field use scheduling for the remainder of the year. 56 • Staff In-Service Traininn Recreation Leaders who are staffing the summer Drop -In Program attended two in- service training sessions this year. Recreation Leaders Training Institute, sponsored by the California Park and Recreation Society, was held June 10 in Anaheim. Sessions included customer service, program planning, positive discipline, cultural diversity, arts and crafts, cooperative games and staff teamwork/problem solving. Staff also attended the annual Summer In- Service Training on June 20. Topics included program development, customer service, positive discipline, cooperative games and arts and crafts. Sgt. Pat O'Sullivan from the City's Police Department also gave a presentation on child abuse recognition and reporting techniques. Staff has required the assistance from Sgt. O'Sullivan on this matter three times in the past two months. • The recruiting process is complete and there will be 15 lifeguards on staff this year. Sign -ups for swim classes are going very well and most of the classes for the first session are full. Contract Classes Summer registration has been going very well. There were 1,200 registrations received during June 1 -15. The automated phone system is receiving an average of 30 registrations per day and about 100 on the weekends. Summer classes start June 26. 0 5i • COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT DATE: June 20, 1995 TO Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission FROM: Celeste Jardine -Haug SUBJECT: Senior Services Division - Monthly Commission Report The Friends of OASIS held their annual Board elections this month. Eight new members were elected with Phil Sansone being one of them. The Board also elected the new'officers, and again, Norma'Gilchrist will serve as President. We are very pleased to have Phil serving on the Board. On June 5th and 6th, six seniors from OASIS shared their experiences of the • Great Depression and World War II. Special classes from Horace Ensign Intermediate School were selected to be the audience. The presentations were exciting because of the first hand accounts that the presenters were able to share. The students seemed to be appreciative. The OASIS was again fortunate to have the Nightblooming Jazzmen perform at a Sunday concert. This group is known nationally by Jazz enthusiasts and attracted a crowd of 350 here at OASIS. Our summer program mode went into effect this month. Some Coastline College classes come to an end, but at the same time we take on a few extra contract classes. Staff is busy preparing for the Senior Resource Fair and the Mammogram screening day; Both are being offered in July. 3 �-- • OASIS SENIOR CENTER May1995 MONTHLY ACTIVITIES /UTILIZATION REPORT CLASSES /GROUP 4056 LONG TRIPS HUMAN SERVICES Laughlin Spring Fling Another Passage 27 Blood Pressure 90 DAY TRIPS Braille 76 Caregiver Support Group 6 Reagan Library Case Management 7365 Ritz Carlton Chair Exercise 75 Palm Spring Follies Counseling 65 King & I Eldercare 6 P.House of Design Employment 25 San Diego Harbor Cruises Information /Rental 1538 Legal Assistance 13 MEETINGS Life On Your Own 31 Medicare Assistance 4 Board of Directors • Shared Housing Telephone Reassurance 48 Executive Committee 422 Long Range Planning Visual Screening 3 Newsletter Collating General Membership VOLUNTEER HOURS 2673 VAN- TRANSPORTATION Care -A -Van 502 Shuttle 414 P11490ki • ► ■ SPECIAL EVENTS Sunday Movies 84 Pancake Breakfast 203 Old Fashioned Picnic 80 • 3 3 JUN 91995 COMMUNITY SERVICES 77 21 22 27 25 21 5 48 12 4 30 117 0 Agenda Item No. V I I -5 July 5, 1995 To: Parks, Beaches, & Recreation Commission From: General Services Director Subject: Tree Removals Recommendation Approve the removal of two trees at 2169 East Ocean Boulevard on the Balboa Peninsula and provided the adjacent property owner pays for the cost of the removal of the trees and a fifteen gallon replacement tree. Discussion The attached letter from Mr. Don Hammono, 2169 East Ocean Boulevard requests the removal of two Ficus microcarpa nitida(Indian Laurel Fig) trees on the basis root damage. • A tree removal evaluation was performed by the City Urban Forester on May 24, 1995. He and the subsequent reviewer, the Park and Tree Superintendent, do not recommend the removal of the tree Although tree roots have damaged the curb and sidewalk in the past there is no new damage to public property. The total value of trees in question is $8795.52 (copy of tree appraisal attached). The trees have outgrown the area and are not considered by,staff to be desirable trees in this limited size of parkway. It is only a matter of a few years before the tree roots will again damage the curb, sidewalk, and adjacent property. At that time, the City would have to fund the replacement of the curb and sidewalk. Unless there are adjacent property owners who would protest the tree removal, ,l would not object to the removal of the tree provided the removal and replacement costs be borne by Mr. Hammono. Mr. Hammono, in his letter of June 6, 1995, confirms his offer to remove the trees and replant one tree. Very respectfully, • David E. Niederhaus Attachments 3� • 4_ W m I- •O O. W z LL O I • z W a w 0 W U LU W N J w z w CD OC C d u O m N v` Q J N 9 a Q w w H ) 3S N N � n LO J Q cn T T N M M 06 r» to N J V) Q m H U co cn m H O Z 0 y E in 0 N N O u 0 cn cn Z U co d' d' of Ln U Z O V) ¢ ° v� in U L!J Ll. ._ w co N N g 0 0 Li 6i U LU co oQ0 LU LU a a Q U Z Z CL w z Z w 0F _ o 0 U U Ln Ln Z N Ln Ln N N C9 (n EA :� U Y m t E o w A 0 m V) m £ E W LL co LL m w m N d M k N .� N June 6, 1995 David Niederhaus General Services Director 3340 Newport Blvd. Newport Beach, California 92659 -1768 David, This letter is a follow up of our conversation that took place at my home at 2169 E. Ocean Blvd, Balboa the week of May 28,1995. is As I stated in our conversation I am willing to pay for the removal of the two trees in front of the above address and to also pay for a new tree of your choice to replace the two trees that will be removed. It is my understanding that at my expense the city will furnish the tree for "95.00" and this price includes the installation of the NEW TREE. I wilt notify you of when we will have the trees removed and by whom when we get the second bid from Western whom you recommended. We have one other bid at the present time from "Approved Tree Care ". Than r all of your help concerning this matter. Don Hommono 67.3 -7615 � 3� n May 12,1995, Mr. Niderhaus General Services Director 3300 Newport Beach Blvd. Newport Beach, California 92658 -8915 Dear Mr. Niderhaus, As per my conversation with Mr. Connelly on May 10th concerning the two Ficus Trees in front of my home at 2169 E. Ocean Blvd., Balboa Peninsula, I am enclosing all of the letters that was sent and received. • He stated to send the enclosed letters to you for your attention and then you would have the matter looked into. This problem has been going on with the trees as you can see from the letters since 1991 and nothing has been done. The trees are getting bigger and causing more problems. r1 U Mr. Connelly stated that someone would be coming out to look at the trees and when said person does come would you kindly call me so that I can be here to talk to said person at the time. It will be much easier to solve the problem of the trees in person rather then keep sending letters back and f orth. Thank you for you help on this matter. Don Hammono 2169 E. Ocean Blvd. Balboa, California 92661 673 -7615 � 1 3 c j-w E� T April 10, 1991 • Bill Brown Risk Officer P.O. Box 1768 Newport Beach, California 92661 Bill: As for our conversation on Friday, April 5, 1991 about the trees in our front Parkway and the roots of said trees lifting the bricks in the Parkway in a manner to which they are causing a potential hazard to the sidewalk pedestrians, who sometimes stray off the sidewalk onto Parkway and stub toe's or stumble on bricks raised by the tree roots. I personally administrated minor first aid to two small children on different occasions for knee scrapes and stubbed toe's. The roots have destroyed the side vm1k in front of our house (City made repairs). . As a home owner I am concerned about someone being injured more seriously and as a Newport Beach Tax Pager I'm also concerned about possible lawsuits that could arise from the potential hazard. We have talked to Mr. Brooks and have written letters to him, but I feel his hands are tied, as the decision of tree removal or pruning roots of trees are up to the Parks and Recreation Department and Committee. We also talked to them and nothing has been done to solve the root problem. I'm not to sure as per our conversation that removing some bricks to create a well around said trees is the complete answer to the problem. Thanks for lending me your ear. Sincerely, Don Hammono 2169 E. Ocean Blvd. • Balboa, California 92661 3� Copy of letter to Jack Brooks enclosed. • U • CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH GENERAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT PARK AND STREET TREE DIVISIONS P.O. BOX 1768, NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92658.8915 (714) 644 -3162 September 15, 1993 Don Hammono 2169 E. Ocean Blvd. Balboa, Ca.,_92662 Dear Mr. Hammono: Your'request for two tree removals has been reviewed and examined on site, by the Street Tree Committee and the City Tree Supervisor. A rec- ommendation has been made to retain the trees.in accordance with Tree!Pres- ervation'Policy I -9, of the City of Newport Beach for the following reasons: These trees 'are .;; very healthy, beautiful and valuable trees to this commun- ity. Leaf'drop is typical of Ficus trees, and no reason for removal. We agree that-the uneven bricks on your parkway are a hazard. Please remove all uneven-bricks necessary for us to perform root pruning within 30 days bf receipt of this'certified 'letter. Call me when the bricks are removed at 644 -3162 so we can-perform this important root pruning which will enable you to reinstall these bricks in an evem and safe manner. Your recourse •in.this -matter- includes an appeal of the Tree Committee's decision'-to the full Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission. If you wish to do 'so please send a letter stating that to David'Niederhaus, Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission, P.O. Box 1768, Newport Beach, Ca., 92658- 8915 for inclusion on the October P.B.& R. Commission agenda by September 21, 1993. - Sincerely, Randy 'Xearns Park & Tree Superintendent Attachment 3300 Newport Boulevard, Newport Beach A •) u • \/ -CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH GENERAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT PARK AND STREET TREE DIVISIONS P.O. BOX 1768, NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92658 -8915 (714)'644.3162 Mr. Don Hammono November 151 -3 �S P Pl�owt, C&PI )vou Z1 2, a�i /P Zl % 2169 E. Ocean Blvd._ Balboa, Ca., 92661 l— -- -- _ wov\c-�rv+r�— y Moots we �� % d' o f Dear Mr. Hammono: n rl^ c�5 Ctrs fi , 4 y-rk Tv ti,- Z I have inspected your parkway and find that the bricks have Soex,� not been removed as requested in the attached letter. Please be advised that City necessary to perform the needed your property. staff will now remove all bricks root pruning, and stack them on If you have any questions regarding this notice, please feel to call me at 644 -3082. Sincerely, Randy Kearns Park Maintenance Supervisor CC: General Services Director Street'Tree Supervisor FILE -3300 Newport Boulevard, Newport Beach 0 CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH June 26, 1995 Mr. Don Hammon 2169 E. Ocean Boulevard Balboa, CA. 92661 Dear Mr. Hammon: The Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission will be reviewing your request for tree •removals at their next meeting on Wednesday, July 5, 1995. The meeting will start at 7:30 P.M. in the City Council Chambers, 3300 Newport Boulevard, • Newport Beach. A copy of the agenda and staff report are attached for your information. LJ Sincerely, Dorothy Flohr Secretary to the Commission P.0, Box 1768, 3300 Newport Boulevard s Newport Beach, CA 92659 -1768 • (714)644 -3151 Fax (714)644 -3155 0 CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH June 26, 1995 Mr. Terry Wade Wedge Preservation Society P.O. Box 862 Newport Beach, CA. 92661 Dear Terry: Your request to prohibit flotation devices at the Wedge is on the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission's agenda for July 5, 1995. The meeting will start at • 7:30 P.M. in the City Council Chambers, 3300 Newport Boulevard. A copy of the agenda and staff report are attached for your information. 0 Sincerely, Dorothy Flohr Secretary to the Commission P.O. Box 1768, 3300 Newport Boulevard • Newport Beach, CA 92659 -1768 • (714)644 -3151 Fax (714)644.3155 4i • • Marshall P. Wilkinson VL July 5, 1995 Parks and Recreation Commission City of Newport Beach City Hall Newport Beach, California 92660 Re: Bayview Park, Mesa Drive at Bayview Avenue Dear Commissioners: Your assistance is requested this evening to complete a process that should have been final approximately two years ago when it was authorized by your predecessors on this Commission in June 1993. The subject of this request is the removal of three concrete benches installed in the south- westerly section of Bayview Park adjacent to the basketball court. Delivered herewith is a copy of a portion of the minutes of the Parks and Recreation Commission's meeting of June 1, 1993 wherein the Commission authorized the removal of the benches as well as other changes. While virtually all of the other items suggested by the Commission have been accomplished, the benches remain. It is not our desire to further discuss or argue this matter. Rather, it is our hope that this body will direct staff to move ahead with all possible speed to schedule and complete removal of the benches. Should you so desire there are additional relatively simple changes that might be made that might have a positive impact in reducing the loss of privacy to the residence at 2613 Mesa Drive that has occurred as a result of the location of the basketball court. Our goal for now,- however, is the removal of the benches. Your time this evening and your assistance in resolving this matter quickly are greatly appreciated. I will be in attendance at this evening's meeting should you wish to hear from me at the podium. Otherwise I will remain seated and let you accomplish the goals set forth in your agenda in addition to that set forth in this request. 20401 Bayview Avenue, Newport Beach, California 92660 t