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Home My WebLink About4/4/2000 - Agenda PacketAPRIL 4, 2000 PB &R COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH Parks, Beaches a Recreation Commission Tuesday, April 4, 2000 - 7pm City Council Chambers AGENDA •ORDER AND ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF MINUTES (Enclosed) March 7, 2000 PUBLIC COMMENTS Members of the public are invited to comment on non - agenda items of public interest. Speakers are limited to three minutes. Tree City USA Award (Enclosed Press Release) Presentation by Linda Romero, Urban Et Community Forester, California Department of Forestry and Fire Prevention CONSENT CALENDAR NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC All matters listed under Consent Calendar (1 -7) 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 a specific item 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. Speakers are limited to five minutes on agenda items. 1. Correspondence - To: John Della Grotta, March 6, 2000 Kurt a Kim Jaye, March 10, 2000 Fm: Claudia Owen, SPON, February 29, 2000 Sharon Z. Wood, March 16, 2000 2. Park and Tree Division Report of Park and Tree Division during March and upcoming projects in April. 03. Community Services Report of activities of Recreation B Senior Services during March and upcoming activities in April. 4. Tree Donation Accept donation of Hong Kong Orchid tree from Mimi Turgeon at Begonia Park. 5. Tree Donation Accept donation of California Live Oak tree from SPON at Castaways Park. 6. Bayside Drive Reforestation Project Accept a reforestation request involving the removal of 21 Eucalyptus parkway street trees along the north side of Bayside Drive and Jamboree Road and El Paseo Drive and replace them with 21, 24' boxed, Gold Medallion trees. 7. Responsibilities of Co- Sponsorship Accept revisions of responsibilities for co- sponsorship of Youth Sports Groups. DISCUSSION ITEMS 8. Installation of Batting Cage at Eastbluff Park Discussion/ Approval of installation of batting cage at Eastbluff Park. 9. Tree Removal or Reforestation Request Discussion /decision of the following requests for removal or reforestation: A. Paul L. Root, 1915 Glenwood Lane B. Karen Balgie, 2228 Holiday Road C. Michael Weinstein, 2240 Holiday Road D. Jody Siemonsma, 2222 Holiday Road E. Judy DeMichaelis, 700 Marigold /Fourth St. 10. Subcomittee Reports • Budget Park 8t Open Space • Oasis Liaison Tree Beach Community Services Award FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Matters which Commissioners may wish to place on a future agenda or raise for discussion. ADJOURNMENT (Item 1) (Item 2) (Item 3) (Item 4) (Item 5) (Item 6) (Item 7) (Item 8) (Item 9) I CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH • Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission Regular Meeting March 7, 2000— 7pm CONVENED AT 7:05pm ROLL CALL Present: Beek, Franklin, Macfarland, Skoro, Tobin Absent: Pfaff Staff Present: David Niederhaus, General Services Director Andrea McGuire, Senior Recreation Manager Teri Craig, Admin Assistant APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion by Commissioner Skoro to approve the regular minutes of February 1, 2000. Motion carried by acclamation. • PUBLIC COMMENTS Jan Vandersloot, 2221 E. 16`h Street, questioned whether the eucalyptus trees on Dover in front of Castaways would be replaced? David Granoff, 7308 W. Oceanfront, questioned if the lexan walls would be replaced. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Correspondence - Acknowledge correspondence to Steve Bromberg, January 31, 2000; Ron Yeo, January 31, 2000; Jo Vandervort, January 31, 2000; John Kittleson, February 18, 2000; from: Peggy Marotta, Balboa Beautification Committee, February 23, 2000 2. Park Ft Tree Division 3. Community Services 4. Bench Donation - Accept donation of three benches from Balboa Island Improve Association to be placed at the end of Park Avenue and two placed adjacent to the City restrooms near the Ferry. 5. Criteria of Co- Sponsorship - Review of criteria for co- sponsorship. • 6. Drinking Fountain Donation - Accept donation from Dr. Paul Kuhn of a drinking fountain and the costs for installing the irrigation at Castaways Park. Motion by Commissioner Skoro to accept items 1 -6 of the Consent Calendar. Motion carried by acclamation. Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission i Regular Meeting March 7, 2000 Page 2 • DISCUSSION ITEMS 7. West Newport Park Playground Renovation - Senior Recreation Manager McGuire stated that both playground areas are ready to be replaced. In accordance with ADA standards they need must be age specific; drawings were displayed. She also stated that the Texan panels would be replaced with FY 2000/01 CIP funds. Commissioner Skoro asked whether there would be signage regarding the appropriate age for use of the play equipment. Manager McGuire noted that she would investigate the matter. Chair Beek opened the public hearing Walter Semeniuk, 6807 W. Seashore Drive, stated that he lives right across the street from the park and that he had two concerns, (1) more handicapped parking was needed, and (2) that speed bumps should be installed on Seashore Drive to slow up traffic. Director Niederhaus stated that CalTrans was responsible for that road and would not allow speed bumps, he suggested that Mr. Semeniuk write a letter to the City regarding his concerns for speed bumps. David Granoff, 7308 W. Oceanfront, noted that he was happy that some changes were going to • be made to the park but was concerned that the park for the younger children would be near the public restrooms. Manager McGuire noted that the play equipment could be put together, but that by law they must be separated by a specific amount of space. If that were done, than swings could not be accommodated. Andrew Friedman, 7106 W. Oceanfront, stated that the plans look great, but noticed that there would not be any pull -up bars, he urged the Commission to add these to the plan. Manager McGuire stated that she would look into having those added if possible. Chair Beek closed the public hearing Motion by Commissioner Skoro that the playground at Fern and Seashore be designated as a toddler playground for ages 2 -5 and replaced in FY 1999/00; and that the playground at Lugonia and Seashore be designated as a school -age playground for ages 5 -12 and replaced in FY 2000/01. Motion carried by acclamation. 11. City Council Policv G -3 — Preservation of Views - Director Niederhaus stated that in 1994 this policy was amended to add specific street addresses to preserve views. This policy is amended to be in accordance with the new G -1 Policy and to add additional streets to the list. • Director Niederhaus noted that the Commission should have received a copy of a petition from homeowners on Carnation requesting that they be added to the list. In an effort to be consistent, all streets of the 200 block have been added to the list. E Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission Regular Meeting •March 7, 2000 Page 3 Chair Beek opened the Public Hearing. Kent Moore, 210 Carnation, urged support of the policy. Chair Beek asked if there was a petition from the other streets listed on the revised policy. Mr. Moore stated that there was not but that it could be done if that was what was needed. Jan Vandersloot, 2221 E. 16`" Street, stated that what this City is facing with the approval of a policy like this is a de- forestation of trees. As trees die on these streets they will not be replaced. He stated that it seemed prejudicial to just have the 200 block of these streets listed, why shouldn't the 400 block be included? Bob Wynn, 1617 Port Abbey, stated that as a former City Manager, he is very aware of how important views are to City residents. He urged support of adding at least Carnation Avenue to the policy since a petition had been done and stated that the other street would follow also forward petitions if that was what is needed. • Carter Wurts, 2700 Ocean Boulevard, stated that as a 29 year resident, this policy is very important to homeowners as many have been remodeled so that they have a view. He stated that SPON does not need to worry about deforestation, there are many more trees today than 29 years ago. Chair Beek closed the Public Hearing Motion by Commissioner Skoro that City Council Policy be approved as amended but that only the 200 block of Carnation be added to the paragraph regarding the preservation of views. Motion fails for lack of a second. Director Niederhaus reminded the Commission that this would be an item on the City Council agenda on March 14. Commissioner Skoro stated that it is worthy to note that since 1994, Carnation is the only street that has petitioned to be added to the policy. Director Niederhaus stated that it just made common sense to include all the streets in the 200 blocks. He noted that the general consensus that the residents in the 200 block do not want street trees. Motion by Chair Beek to accept City Council G -3 Policy as received. Motion fails by the • following vote. Ayes: Beek, Tobin Nays: Franklin, Skoro Abstain: Macfarland Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission Regular Meeting March 7, 2000 Page 4 • Renewal of Motion by Commissioner Skoro that only the 200 block of Carnation be added to the paragraph regarding the preservation of views of the amended City Council G -3 Policy and that it be forwarded to City Council for their approval. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Beek, Macfarland, Skoro Nays: Tobin Abstain: Franklin 10. Newport Waves Request for Co- Sponsorship - Manager McGuire stated that this is a single team request for co- sponsorship. The Commission has approved co- sponsorship twice in the past for a single team. Commissioner Franklin asked whether it would affect field usage. Manager McGuire stated that they Waves only play on Sundays. Chair Beek opened the Public Hearing Kurt and Kianna Jaye, 423 Fernleaf, urged support of co- sponsorship as they are a feeder team to the Corona del Mar High School Girls Softball Team which has been in decline. • Marc ft Jenna Reynolds, urged the Commission to support the co- sponsorship and stated that there is a age limit for Bobby Sox, this allows girls to stay competitive. Chair Beek closed the Public Hearin¢ Commissioner Macfarland asked what was the reason for requesting co- sponsorship. Manager McGuire stated that it will give them to opportunity to sit in the meetings for the scheduling of fields, and that although they will no longer have to pay for the usage of the field it does require them to participate in the maintenance of them Motion by Commissioner Franklin to approve the request for co- sponsorship of the Newport Waves for a one -year trial period. Motion carried by acclamation. 9. Street Tree Redesianation List - Director Niederhaus stated that after many public meetings, notices to the public, regarding the revisions of the list, that staff has only received two responses. He noted that the Commission holds the list and that it should be reviewed every two to three years. He introduced the Andy Trotter, West Coast Arborist, consultant on the List. Commissioner Skoro complimented the staff on the thorough job of noticing the public. • Chair Beek opened the Public Hearing 1 I� U Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission Regular Meeting March 7, 2000 Page 5 ALdon Kelly, SPON consultant, stated that he did not agree with many of the choices of trees for specific streets and began to go down the list with his comments. Chair Beek stated that although the Commission welcomes his comment that it would be more appropriate for him to furnish them in writing to Director Niederhaus. Jan Vandersloot, 2221 16`h Street, stated that according to the list that 424 streets do not have the appropriate tree, according to his calculations, 86.4% of the approved street trees are wrong. He stated that he has great concern regarding many of the choices, and noted that there is a bias against specific trees such as the Carrotwood. Director Niederhaus stated that many of the species listed were not in existence 15 years ago, and so they were not able to look ahead. He stated that now it is possible to do that with all the new species. Jan Vandersloot stated that the Commission needs to take more time to look over the list and urged them to not support the list. Kay Mortenson, 1530 Miramar Drive, stated as the representative for the BIIA that they request the following three changes (1)that the street tree for Balboa Boulevard be changed to the Queen Palm; (2) that the Carrotwood remain as the street tree for East Ocean • Boulevard; and (3) that the Magnolia remain as the street tree for Miramar. She stated that there is nothing wrong with expanding the tree vistas and appreciates the serious thought and work of this list. Chair Beek closed the Public Hearin Commissioner Skoro stated that the City needs color and variety and that this will add some ambience to the City. Motion by Commissioner Skoro to approve the revised Street Tree Redesignation List as received. Motion carried by acclamation. 11. Subcommittee Reports • Budget — Commissioner Skoro stated that he was scheduled to meet with staff and the City Manager on March 10. • OASIS Liaison — Nothing to report. Beach — Committee will meet before the next meeting Community Services Award — Nothing to report. • Park B: Open Space — Nothing to report. • Tree — Nothing to report. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Reschedule of July Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission Meeting. • ADJOURNMENT - 9 :30pm Submitted by: Teri Craig, Admin Assistant 0 �� C`, Fa AHi For further information please contact Name: John F. Conway, Urban Forester General Services Department March 28, 2000 Telephone: (949) 644 -3055 Newport Beach Receives Tree City USA Award Newport Beach has been named Tree City USA by The National Arbor Day Foundation. It is the tenth year Newport Beach has received this national recognition. The Tree City USA program is sponsored by The National Arbor Day Foundation in cooperation with the USDA Forest Service and the National Association of State Foresters. To become a Tree City USA, a community must meet four standards: the city must have a tree board or department, a city tree ordinance, a comprehensive community forestry program, and an Arbor Day observance. The City also received a special Growth Award for the fifth consecutive year, recognizing improvements and higher levels of tree care by demonstrating . progress in the community forestry program, activities in publications, publicity events; new projects, and an enhanced tree management budget. The General Services Street Tree Division is responsible for the maintenance of over 30,000 trees located in public rights -of -way and on other public property. The maintenance includes trimming, spraying, root pruning, planting new trees, and the removal of problem trees. An additional goal of the Division is to trim all City-owned trees in three years or less and plant low maintenance and drought resistant trees as old trees are replaced. A presentation of these awards will be made to the Parks, Beaches, and Recreation Commission as part of the regular Commission meeting on April 4, 2000 at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall in the Council Chambers located at 3300 Newport Boulevard. City Hall • 3300 Newport Blvd • P.O. Box 1768 • Newport Beach, California 92659 -1768 OR of Newport Beach COMMUNITY SERVICES March 6, 2000 John Della Grotta, President Newport Beach Little League 1939 Port Bishop Place Newport Beach, CA 92660 P.O. BOX 1768, 3300 NEWPORT BLVD NEWPORT BEACH, CA 91658 -8915 I +12!,rn 1 qi;4 IrD PHONE 949- 644 -3151 FAX 949. 644.3155 Dear John, This letter is to recall our conversation last week concerning damage to a vehicle parked in Bayport Apartments parking lot behind Lincoln Athletic Center Fields 2 & 5. As discussed, Mr. Kirkwood was advised to write a letter to you containing the following: • Date and time of the damage • Location of the vehicle when the damage occurred • Exact nature of the damage • Estimated cost of repairs Upon receipt, Little League will send Mr. Kirkwood's letter to its insurance carrier for review. Also in our conversation, Little League agreed to follow up on the problem, by reviewing the usage rules of the smaller fields with the coaches, making sure only the younger children use those fields. City staff have been assigned to periodically check field usage in order to address this issue. Thank you for your continued help in being a good neighbor to the Bayport Apartments. Newport Beach Little League has many volunteer coaches and communication to them is crucial for proper field usage. I appreciate the dedication of the Newport Beach Little League and its diligence in cooperating with the City of Newport Beach. Siriterely, ^nl ndrea McGui Senior Recreation Manager cc: Mr. Scott Kirkwood 40 �ac)onna Kienitz, Community Services Director /City Librarian City of Newport Beach P.O. BOX 1768, 3300 NEWPORT BLVD COMMUNITY SERVICES NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92658 -8915 March 10, 2000 Kurt & Kim Jaye 423 Fernleaf Corona del Mar, CA 92625 Dear Mr. & Mrs. Jaye, PHONE 949 - 644 -3151 • PAX 949. 644 -3155 Congratulations on the approval of the Waves application for co- sponsorship. As the Commission approved a one -year trial period, it will be necessary for you to reapply before the trial expires in March of 2001. As you know field schedules for spring are already posted. Scott Williamson will continue to work you, as there is field space available. Please stay in close communication with Scott for your field scheduling for both practices and games. As a reminder, when Bobby Sox gets their traveling team schedule for spring the Sunday morning field schedules may change. Here are the responsibilities of your co- sponsorship: 1. To continue to comply with the guidelines of co- sponsorship set by the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission. At anytime should your team status change, you must report that immediately to Scott Williamson. (i.e. your team has more than 50% non - residents or your team is no longer affiliated with ASA) 2. To report to the Community Services Department any changes in the Board of Directors Roster with phone numbers and addresses. 3. To inform Scott Williamson the name address and phone numbers for the person listed as the Youth Sports Commission Liaison, also indicate which phone number can be given out to the public. 4. The Waves will be invited to send a representative to the next Youth Sports Commission Meeting that will be held in mid to late June for the fall allocation of field space. 5. To participate in any field improvements that may be needed following or prior to either the fall or spring seasons. 6. To report field schedule changes or problems to Scott Williamson. 7. To report immediately any field conditions that might be considered a safety issue. 8. To secure proper insurance endorsements (see enclosed information) If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to call. I look forward to working with you in the coming year. Sincerely, 4`}lndrea K. Mccuir Senior Recreation Manager cc: Scott Williamson, Recreation Coordinator n u • • I304ik1 P.O. BOX 102 BALBOA ISLAND, CALIFORNIA 92662 February 29, 2000 Mrs. Patricia Beek, Chair Park, Beach & Recreation Commission City of Newport Beach Newport Beach, California 92658 -8915 Dear Mrs. Beek: Stop polluting our Newport, affectionately known as SPON,•respectfully request permission to plant a 36 inch box Coast Live Oak Tree in Castaways Park, June • 3, 2000. As in past years, we will, of course, coordinate the event with Marcelino Lomeli, Park and Tree Superintendent, who has always been most helpful in outlining procedure for selection of tree, parameter for a plaque and the planting. Our recipients this year for the Frank and Frances Robinson Award are Nancy and Jack Skinner. As you know, their dedication in many activities in Newport Beach have truly enhanced our quality of life. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Sincerely, Claudia Owen Co- Presiding Officer cc: Marcelino Lomeli • /EW PO\ 1 I �Z/Fog March 16, 2000 CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission C/o LaDonna Kienitz P. 0. Box 1768 Newport Beach, CA 92658 -8915 Dear LaDonna: Thank you for your response to the City's request for proposals for the Marinapark site. As you may know, the City received eight proposals, with a great variety in land uses, revenue to the City and implementation schedules. At their meeting of March 14, 2000, the City Council received a summary of the proposals and discussed review and analysis of them. The Council instructed staff to do the following things as part of the review process. • Place discussion of filing an action for a judicial decision on the tideland boundary on the Council closed session agenda for March 28. • With professional assistance, prepare economic analyses of the proposals to verify feasibility of the proposed uses and their revenue potential. • Determine the development review processes the proposals would require, and the amount of time this would take. • With professional assistance, prepare a relocation impact report as required by State law. We estimate that the economic and development review analyses will be presented to the Council on April 25, and the relocation impact report will be completed by this summer. I will try to keep you informed as we proceed through the review process, but feel free to call me at 949 - 644 -3222 if you have questions. Sincerely, Sharon Z. Wood Assistant City Manager City Hall • 3300 Newport Boulevard • Newport Beach, California 92663 -3884 t • • • �gwi�Rr _ p F 0 rb ? C'aG�Fp0.�`Y PB &R Commission Agenda Item No. April 4, 2000 General Services Department Parks and Trees Divisions March 2000 Activities Report Park Division Activities 1. Staff continued coordinating construction projects regarding Bonita Canyon Sports Park, Grant Howald Park Ballfield Renovation Project, Seashore Street End Improvement Project, Eastbluff Park Reclaim Water Project, and the Irvine Avenue Median Improvement Project with the Public Works Department. 2. Staff completed irrigation renovation and plant replacements at various sites. 3. Staff has completed the review of the construction plans and specifications for the Bonita • Canyon Sports Park. The Public Works Department will advertise for bids and recommend a contractor to the City Council for award of contract in April, with a tentative construction start date of May or June. 4. The plan review by staff for Arroyo Park was completed. The Irvine Company will go out to bid during the next several weeks and the tentative schedule to start construction of the park is in May. 5. Staff is coordinating with the Public Works Department and the Corona del Mar Business Improvement District (BID) improvements to the East Coast Highway medians between MacArthur Boulevard and Iris Avenue. The work includes removal of asphalt, and replacement with stamped concrete. Additionally, landscape improvements will be made to the median across from the Port Theatre. Construction plans are now complete and the Public Works Department has applied to Caltrans for the required permit. The work will be performed by contract and funded by the BID. 6. All supervisory staff of the General Services Department and the Utilities Division of the Public Works Department have completed a supervisory training course consisting of seven two hour sessions. The course will assist the two departments in working towards common goals. 7. The large median at Balboa Boulevard and G Street has been renovated with new landscaping and irrigation. The project cost of $15,000 was funded by the Peninsula Point Homeowners • Association. Additionally, several specimen Queen palms were planted in the medians that were donated by an Association resident. 8. Staff received the annual Pesticide Safety Training. This training is a requirement of the Orange County Agricultural Department and is intended to assure safety for staff and park users. 9. Greg Lewis, Pesticide Control Technician, has recently become certified in the identification and treatment of the Red Imported Fire Ant (RIFA). This ant is a major pest in the State and Orange • County. There have been four sightings of the ant in Newport Beach and all were on private property. Mr. Lewis will now be a key player in the County's efforts towards eradication of this problem pest. The attached County flyer provides further information and contacts. Upcoming Activities for March 1. The planting of replacement shrubs and ground covers will continue Citywide. 2. Staff will continue to monitor the Fletcher Jones and Arches Mitigation Sites in the Big Canyon area. 3. Staff will continue coordinating the annual control of rodents by contract services. 4. Staff will perform irrigation and turf renovations at various City facilities. Tree Division Activities During the month of March, 672 trees were trimmed, four trees were removed due to severe rain storm damage, 39 trees were planted, 8 emergency calls were responded to regarding trees. The Urban Forester received 72 tree maintenance requests. • 1. The City tree - trimming contractor, West Coast Arborists, continues work within the Westcliff area that began after the first of the year. Work will be completed in this area during early April. Thereafter, the Airport, Spyglass, and Newport Heights areas are scheduled for trimming. 2. The Urban Forester coordinated the Citywide Sidewalk Replacement Program with the General Services Department Concrete Supervisor and the Public Works Inspector. This involved the Urban Forester inspecting City street trees as related to sidewalk repairs. Four trees were severely damaged and required removal as a result of a the rainstorm on Sunday, March 5. One large pine tree that fell on a small roof portion of a residence also uplifted the curb, gutter, and sidewalk. Replanting at these vacant tree sites will occur in April. 4. Twenty replacement Eucalyptus erythrocorys, (Red -Cap Gum) parkway street trees were planted along Dover Avenue. 1 _ Park and Trees Maintenance Superintendent MGL /pw • Attachment • • orange County Rre Ant Authority Why a Fire Ant Program? FIRE ANT PR06RAIYI The Red Imported Fire Ant infests over 500 square miles of Orange County which includes 22 of the 33 cities. Fire Ants are among the most aggressive of all insects and will seriously impact public safety, public health, the environment, fish and game, and the agricultural industry by killing animals for food. Reaching densities of 500,000 ants per colony and up to 1,000 colonies per acre, they must be stopped to preserve California economy and quality of life. How long will the program last? California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has offered an 18 month fire ant contract to the County of Orange. The current program is effective January 1, 2000 through June 30, 2001 with a budget of $5,955,219.00. The county has subcontracted with the Orange County Vector Control District to conduct the program. It will operate under the title Orange County Fire Ant Authorih,. What is the Fire Ant Program's goal? Eradication of the Red Imported Fire Ant from Orange County. What is the strategy? Teamwork. We are calling all citizens and cities to assist in property surveys. All fire ant colonies discovered will be treated by the Fire Ant Authority. What treatments will be used? The Orange County Fire Ant Authority will use an insect growth regulator applied at extremely low dosages and with minimal environmental hazard. The environmental impact of the Red Imported Fire Ant is far greater than the impact of control treatments. This chemical sterilizes the queen and eliminates replacement workers which eventually results in the colony dying out. Who do we contact? To report fire ants, you should contact the California Department of Food and Agriculture at 1-800 - 491 -1899. How can I obtain more information? • www.cdfa.ca.gov. • http: / /fireant.tamu.edu/ • www.agr.state.tx.us /fire.html • wwww.ceris.purdue.edu /napis /pests /ifa/ index.html and coming soon... • www.ocfirenant.com ORANGE COUNTY FIRE ANT AUTHORITY P.O. Box 59, Santa Ana, CA 92702 1- 800491 -1899 2000 -TT ire ants are aggressive, will defensively Rtack anything that disturbs them, and an sting repeatedly. Symptoms of a fire int sting include burning, itching and a white pustule that forms in a day or two. Ilthough the stings are not usually life hreatening, they are easily infected and nay leave permanent scars. Some people iecome sensitive to fire ant stings and hould seek the advice of an allergist. If sting leads to chest pains, nausea, evere sweating, loss of breath, serious welling or slurred speech, the person hould be taken to an emergency medical 3cility immediately. Some people may tpse into a coma from even one sting. relatively few deaths from fire ant stings ave been documented, compared to eaths from bee and wasp stings. Pustules formed by fire ant stings. 16 Tips for avoiding medical emergencies and for treating ant stings: • Teach children and visitors about fire ants and their hazard. • Wear protective clothing during out- door activities. Wear shoes or boots and /or tuck pant legs into socks. • Treat stings with an insect bite reme- dy containing benzocaine or other ingredients that deaden pain and pro- tect against infection. • Control fire ants in areas used most frequently by people and pets. • • Red harvester ants • up to '.,'2 !rch o, ^,g • colonies are '[at, plant-free sites with cen „ra ober Riggheaded ants • resemble fire a. ^.;s but some. workers have, og heads • colones are _ `.ound - mostiv :r. protected areas y� 7 A Red imparted fire ants • mounds s aiy occ,_ir . cper. su y a - as are s '. ha Fe= ras on ti^e face • ac iij r r h1e as S cos ! pamfu' stincs Pro. u-e ^ae pustu '.es Kers ra ce .r sze 4 ;es to almost . 0 • small and light it color • 'ound mostiy in names Native fire ants • have btc- headed :+or ers cutting ants ants • o t ': 2 a,y \ams f rch long with ong r legs _a reddi sh- brown tittle Wade •spines on ,ants ! .• often seer; sze pie. ^s of • long ante-nae leaves • :. -:fcrm size Figure 2. Eight common ant species compared to a dime for size. Big - headed ants and little black ants compete with fire ants for resources. Some native ants, such as the crazy ant, appear to thrive where fire ants have been removed using certain pesti- cides. Any species may be considered a pest when abundant. 15 (Item 3) April 4, 2000 COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT Arts ft Cultural - Library - Recreation - Seniors To: Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission From: LaDonna Kienitz, Community Services Director /City Librarian Re: Recreation and Senior Services Division Monthly Activities Report Reports on the activities of the Recreation and Senior Services Divisions for the past month are enclosed. Both divisions have undertaken a full range of public activities and services, as well as remodeling and refurbishment projects. • 0 Monthly Activities Report Page 2 COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT Arts £t Cultural - Library - Recreation - Seniors To: Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission From: Andrea McGuire, Acting Senior Recreation Manager Re: Recreation Division Monthly Activities Report Youth Programs (Item 3) April 4, 2000 Youth Basketball -The winter youth basketball season concluded March 4 with a post - season tournament held at West Newport Community Center. The Newport Elementary Suns placed 1St in the boys 3rd and 4th grade division. On the girls' side, Eastbluff Elementary won their first City title and advanced to the second round before being eliminated by Mission Viejo. In the 5th and 6th grade division Newport Elementary won both the Boys and Girls divisions. All winners advanced to the Orange County Municipal Athletic Association tournament. Youth Track and Field - Recreation Leaders are currently conducting free track and field clinics to prepare participants for their individual events in the 2000 City of Newport Beach/ Newport- Balboa Rotary Club Youth Track and Field Championships. The Community Services Department is pleased to have the continued support of the Newport- Balboa Rotary Club as the official sponsor of the Youth Track and Field Championships. This year they are donating $2,500 to help provide awards and t- shirts for participants. Additionally, over a dozen Rotary Volunteers will help staff the event scheduled for Friday, April 14, 200.0, from 5:30 - 10pm at the Newport Harbor High School Davidson Stadium. Aquatics Swim - During the month of March, 350 swimmers attended lap swim. Newport Beach Aquatics Club had a total of 38 youth register for swimming and jr. water polo. Classes /Instruction Spring Session - The new spring session of classes began March 27 and ends June 10. New Summer Classes - New classes scheduled for summer include musical and instrumental experiences for young children; computer skills; multi -media projects; art and architecture for children; creating robots and physics project' understanding others; stamping and handmade invitations; golf etiquette; label reading; and stress management. Adult Sports • 0 Monthly Activities Report Page 3 (Item 3) April 4, 2000 . Adult Basketball - The 2000 winter adult basketball program concluded league play March 27. Champions were crowned in 10 different leagues. League winners received "champion" v -neck shirts and a championship plaque. The spring program will begin play the week of April 3 with 71 teams. The teams will play in four different facilities: West Newport Community Center, Lincoln Gym, Ensign School, and the Eastbluff Boys and Girls Club. This popular program continues to fill quickly, with 10 teams being turned away after the registration deadline. Adult Softball - The spring adult softball program continued play during March. Over 75 games were rained out during the February -March rainy season. All games will be rescheduled. The leagues are scheduled to end by May 17. The summer program will begin May 19. The registration deadline is April 21. Over 160 teams are expected to register for league play. Special Events and Programs Special Olympics Basketball Tournament - The Orange County Special Olympics Basketball Tournament were held Saturday, March 25 at Corona del Mar High School Gymnasiums. The day began with opening ceremonies including the parade of athletes. The event was • made possible by a donations from the Newport Harbor Elks Club ($1,250), game balls by the Orange County District Elks Club, and pizza by Sgt. Pepperoni. Approximately 150 athletes and volunteers from the high school and the Elks Club participated in the event. Easter Egg Extravaganza - The 17th Annual Easter Egg Hunt will be held Saturday, April 22, 2000, 10am, at Eastbluff Park for children 2 -12. Activities include an Easter Egg hunt, a balloon artist, face painting, entertainment and most of all, a visit by the Easter Bunny. Eastbluff Village Center co- sponsors this annual event. Annual CPRS Conference - Recreation staff attended the California and Pacific Southwest Recreation and Park (CPRS)Training Conference in Ontario from March 15 -18. They attended training sessions in topics related to Youth Sports, Park Planning, Risk Management, Technology and Recreation, Youth Programs and Management Skills. At the Conference the City of Newport Beach was awarded the Award of Excellence for Marketing Theme Campaign for the 1999 Corona del Mar Scenic 5K. This prestigious statewide award was presented to Director Kienitz, Jim Skahan, representing the Corona del Mar Chamber of Commerce, and Marilyn Fisher, Race Director. The City of Newport Beach was also then honored with the Special Award of Excellence, presented to the most exceptional of award winners. An Award of Merit was also given to the winter Navigator. 0 Monthly Activities Report Page 4 COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT Arts 8 Cultural - Library - Recreation - Seniors To: Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission From: Celeste Jardine -Haug, Senior Services Manager Re: Senior Services Division Monthly Activities Report (Item 3) April 4, 2000 New Classes Offered - New activities and classes are constantly being created when an interest is expressed. Two new classes this month were jewelry making and creative card making. The jewelry making is a contract class and is offered at a cost of $36 for 8 sessions. Participants will learn to create new pieces, do bead stringing, and bead identification. The creative card class, taught by a volunteer, teaches creative ways of recycling cards that look like new again. Both classes have generated considerable interest. Dinner Theater - OASIS held the 3rd annual Dinner Theater event on Saturday March 11. This event has been very popular in this community. After the dinner, the play, Neil Simon's Chapter Two was presented by The Repertory Theater of America, a traveling theater group. Children from Corona del Mar High School served the dinner as part of their community service volunteer commitment. One hundred and forty people attended. CPRS Conference The Senior Services Manager, Celeste Jardine -Haug, gave a presentation on transportation issues at the annual California Parks and Recreation Conference in Ontario. Transportation is a very important topic to people serving an older or disabled population. The presentation discussed three distinction models — funding options, getting to know the needs in the community and gathering support, and barriers for success. American Society on Aging Conference - The Senior Services Manager and Human Services Coordinator attended the American Society on Aging Conference held in San Diego, March 25 -28. The theme was Passages Through Time and included sessions on advocacy, health issues, Medicare and social security, direct services, political action, management and many more topics of interest. This conference proved to be helpful in planning new avenues for senior services. Twilight Dinner - The lunch program coordinator has developed a new dinner program as an experimental project. The first Twilight Dinner will be held on April 7, to evaluate the interest of the senior community. To date 70 tickets have been sold at $5 apiece, an excellent response. If the dinner is a success, the Center may offer this program once a month. \J • Monthly Activities Report Page S 4) OASIS SENIOR CENTER (Item 3) April 4, 2000 PARTICIPANTS ATTENDING 8,239 CUSTOMERS RECREATIONAL CLASSES 3,563 CUSTOMERS PERSONALIZED SERVICES PROVIDED 1,770 CUSTOMERS Includes Another Passage 2 Blood Pressure 64 Housing counseling 50 Braille 58 Information /Referral 1,145 Counseling 61 Legal Assistance 10 Eldercare 3 Senior Assessment(hrs) 40 Employment 50 Telephone Reassurance 274 HICAP 5 Visual Screening 8 SENIORS RECEIVING TRANSPORTATION SERVICES Care -A -Van 580 Shuttle 347 927 CUSTOMERS CUSTOMERS RECEIVING NOON MEALS AT THE CENTER 1,180 CUSTOMERS SVC VOLUNTEER HRS. PROVIDED AT THE CENTER 1,772.25 HOURS . Includes: Kitchen & Home Delivered Meals ('equiv. to 11 full -time employees) Front Office Travel Office Gift Shop Library Instructors Pres/VP Treasurer Pancake Breakfast Taxes PARTICIPANTS IN FRIENDS OF OASIS TRAVEL 220 CUSTOMERS PROGRAMS Day Trips Long Trips Getty Museum 44 Monarch Magic 43 Palm Springs Folllies 43 Laughlin /Flamingo 50 Paramount Pictures 40 ATTENDEES TO MEETINGS AT OASIS Board of Directors 18 General Membership 53 71 PERSONS SPECIAL EVENTS Pancake Breakfast 229 508 PERSONS • Volunteer Recognition 150 Taxes 129 r 17-7 771. PB & R Commission Agenda Item No. 4_ April 4, 2000 To: Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission From: General Services Director Subject: Tree Donation Recommendation To accept a tree donation from Ms. Mimi Turgeon that will be planted at Begonia Park. Discussion . Staff received an inquiry from Ms. Mimi Turgeon regarding a proposed tree donation for Begonia Park. Subsequently, the donor submitted a letter dated March 15, 2000 requesting the approval of her proposed tree donation (Attachment A). Additionally, staff met on site with the donor to determine a specific location. The selected tree, a Hong Kong Orchid (Bauhinia blakeana) tree will provide enhancement to the proposed location adjacent to the upper play area. The verbiage and size of the donor plaque will conform to City Council Policy G -5 (Attachment B). Ms. Turgeon has received a copy of this report and notice of the Parks, Beaches, and Recreation Commission meeting. Very respectfully, David E. Niederhaus DEN/RK /pw Attachments: • A. Ms. Mimi Turgeon's letter dated March 15, 2000 B. City Council Policy G -5 CAW W DOW STESKTOMPBR Iemplale.doc March 15, 2000 Mr. Marcelino G. Lomeli Park and Trees Maintenance Superintendent City of Newport Beach Post Office Box 1768 Newport Beach, California 92658 -8915 Dear Mr. Lomeli, Pursuant to our recent telephone conversation, I am writing to you regarding donating a tree to the City of Newport Beach. I would like to donate one 24" boxed container tree to be planted at Begonia Park, along with the standard 2" x 6" plaque with the permitted verbiage that will read "Donated for Dr. Leo V. Turgeon." I understand that this request is subject to approval by the City of Newport Beach, and will be included as an agenda item at the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for April 4, 2000. If you have any questions or require additional information you may reach me at 949 673 -4512. Thank you very much for your assistance, Sin erely, Mimi Turgeon • G -5 PARK AND STREET IMPROVEMENT DONATIONS The City Council recognizes the, need to, provide residents with the opportunity to donate trees, benches, drinking fountains or related park and street improvement items. This policy establishes 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 5th Avenue and Marguerite in Corona del Mar shall be identified as one area where a tree with a bronze plaque can be installed. Other trees with plaques can be donated and installed at locations recommended by the General Services Director and approved by the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission. Bench Donal-ions It shall be the responsibility of the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission to designate the type, style, design, and placement of City -owned benches on City property. Areas of placement may be parks, streets, along the • beachfront, within villages, commercial districts, and neighborhoods, on a specific island, etc. Once an area has been designated with a certain style or type of .bench, the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission may require that the designation be changed only by a formal request for a redesignation. The factors to be addressed in preparing the list of approved benches for the City as well as the final design for a specific site will include at a minimum: size, usage, vandalism, traffic, security, view obstructions, location, style reflective of neighborhood and cost The Arts Commission will provide design review assistance as required. Donation requests will be submitted to the General Services Department and meet the following requirements. a. Bench donations along a City street or beach front will require the approval of the General Services Director and the Traffic Engineer. b. Bench donations within a couintercial district will require notification of, and an endorsement front, the local business association. c. Bench donations for parks within a residential comnhunily will require notification of residents within 300 feet of placement and an endorsement from the homeowners association, when applicable. G -5 Park and Street Amenities Items such as benches, drinking fountains, tables, etc., can be donated to be included in the public park system. Recognition on the 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. Donors of major park improvement gifts may elect to provide a dedicatory plaque not exceeding 5" x 7" with name, date and appropriate text not exceeding 25 words. 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 or on a sidewalk unless other arrangements have been agreed upon. The City will not assume responsibility for replacement due to vandalism or theft. Adopted - July 22, 1992 Amended - January 24,1994 Amended - June 27,1994 Amended - June 24, 1996 Formerly I -15 2 • 0 • � ��W Pp� O 6 I� U � S a C7(iFOAN�p �i I Pililrt it iij •I. t'I PB &R Commission Agenda Item No. S April 4, 2000 TO: FROM: Parks, Beaches, and Recreation Commission General Services Director SUBJECT: Tree Donation Recommendation To accept one 36" box California Live Oak (Quercus agrifolia) tree donation from Stop Polluting Our Newport (SPON) that will be planted at Castaways Park. Additionally, that the plaque size be 5" x 7" and the verbiage read "Planted in honor of Nancy and Jack Skinner, recipient of the Frank is and Frances Robinson Environmental Award, June 3, 2000 ", in compliance with City Council Policy G -5. Discussion Staff received an inquiry and subsequently a letter dated February 29, 2000 from Ms. Claudia Owen, Co- Presiding Officer of SPON regarding a proposed tree donation for Castaways Park (Attachment A). Staff also met on site with Ms. Owen to discuss the tree planting. In 1997 SPON proposed to donate several trees over the next few years to City parks as part of SPON's Frank and Frances Robinson Environmental Award program. This award is part of a long term program committed to by SPON for the City. SPON has previously donated an Oak Tree that was planted in Castaways Park and one at Cliff Drive Park. Additionally, previous years tree donations have included a 5" x 7" plaque for each award recipient. Ms. Owen has received a copy of this report and a notice of the April 4 Commission meeting. Very respectfully, David E. Niederhaus • DEN/MGL /pw Attachment A. Letter from SPON dated February 29, 2000. Q \WINDOWS \DESKTOP \PBR Owen.doc I ?RR -20 -2000 22 :47 CCY`IMU4ITY SERVICES 949 644 -7155 P.01i01 P.O. BOIL 102 BALBOA ISLAND, CALIFORNIA 92662 February 29, 2000 Mrs. Patricia Beek, Chair Park, Beach & Recreation Commission City of Newport Beach Newport Beach, California 92658 -8915 Clear Mrs. Beek: LJ Stop polluting our Newport, affectionately known as SPON, respectfully request permission to plant a 36 inch box Coast Live Oak Tree in Castaways Park, June 3, 2000. As in past years, we will, of course, coordinate the event with Marcelino Lomeli, Park and Tree Superintendent, who has always been most helpful in outlining procedure for selection of tree, parameter for a plaque and the planting. Our recipients this year for the Frank and Frances Robinson Award are Nancy and Jack Skinner. As you know, their dedication in many activities in Newport Beach have truly enhanced our quality of life. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Sincerely, Claudia Owen Co- Presiding Officer cc: Marcelino Lomeli L� TOTAL P.01 • G -5 PARK AND STREET IMPROVE'•MENT DONATIONS The City Council recognizes the need to. provide residents with the opportunity to donate trees, benclies, drinking fountains or related park and street improvement items. This policy establishes criteria for donations to assure attractiveness, usefulness and the capability to be maintained. Tree Donations The tree -lined walkway at Oasis Passive Park begiruiing at 5th Avenue and Marguerite in Corona del Mar shall be identified as one area where a tree with a bronze plaque can be installed. Other trees with plaques can be donated and installed at locations recommended by the General Services Director and approved by the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission. Berich Donations It shall be the responsibility of the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Couiuiission to designate the type, style, design, and placement of City -owned benches on • City property. Areas of placement may be parks, streets, along the beachfront, within villages, commercial districts, and neighborhoods, on a specific island, etc. Once an area has been designated with a certain style or type of .bench, the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission may require that the designation be changed only by a formal request for a redesignation. The factors to be addressed in preparing the list of approved benches for the City as well as the final design for a specific site will include at a minimum: size, usage, vandalism, traffic, security, view obstructions, location, style reflective of neighborhood and cost. The Arts Commission will provide design review assistance as required. Donation requests will be submitted to the General Services Department and meet the following requirements. a. Bench donations along a City street or beach front will require the approval of the General Services Director and the Traffic Engineer. b. Bench donations within a commercial district will require notificaiion of, and an endorsement from, the local business association. • c. Bench donations for parks within a residential coulmunity will require notification of resident; within 300 feel of placemtutt and .lit ettdursentcnt from the homeowners association, when applicable. G -5 Park and Street Amenities Items such as benches, drinking fountains, tables, etc., can be donated to be included in the public park system. Recognition on the 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. Donors of major park improvement gifts may elect to provide a dedicatory plaque not exceeding 5" x T' with name, date and appropriate text not exceeding 25 words. All donations must be approved by the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission. The cost of a donated item, including idenlificaLion plaque, shall be borne totally by private funds. The City will assume ownership and maintenance if accepted and placed in a public park or one a sidewalk unless other arrangements have been agreed upon. The City will not assume responsibility for replacement due to vandalism or theft. Adopted - July 22, 1992 Amended - January 24, 1994 Amended - June 27, 1994 Amended - June 24, 1996 Formerly 1 -15 2 0 0 E 0 SEW °ORr o 5 V a CgLI CO P„�P PB &R Commission Agenda Item No. (16 April 4, 2000 TO: FROM Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission General Services Director SUBJECT: Bayside Drive Reforestation Project Recommendation To approve a Reforestation request involving the removal of 21 Eucalyptus sideroxylon (Red Ironbark) parkway street trees along the north side of Bayside Drive between Jamboree Road and El Pasco Drive to be replaced by 21 -24" boxed Cassia leptophylla (Gold Medallion Tree). To accept an offer from the Southern California Edison Company to fund the tree removals. The estimated cost of the project will be $8,502 (removals $4407 and planting $4095). To direct staff to utilize the City Reforestation Account to fund the balance of the project. History Ms. Kim Barone, Regional Manager of Public Affairs for the Southern California Edison Company submitted a letter dated March 19, 1999 committing funds for the removal of each Eucalyptus sideroxylon (Red Ironbark) tree (Attachment A). Edison believes they have expended excessive funds over the years to clear the trees from City power lines. Staff concurs that the Eucalyptus sideroxylon, is an inappropriate specie for the growth space due to the height characteristics of the tree. Additionally, the Bayside Drive and Jamboree Road Beautification Project Phase I, located at the northeast comer, is currently in the bid review process and it is anticipated that the City Council will approve the award of contract. The project will include the construction of an ornamental wall, landscaping, irrigation, and planting of several Gold Medallion parkway street trees in, possibly as early as May. Discussion • Staff has sufficient funds to complete the proposed project combining the contribution by Edison and the monies in the City's Reforestation budget. There is no irrigation system currently at the site, therefore watering of the trees will be completed by the City landscape maintenance contractor. CdWINDOWS\DESKTWAPnI PBR\PBR BaysideDrwe.doc All requirements of the City Council Policy G -1 will be met. Very respectfully, David E. Niederhaus DEN /MGL /pw Attachment: A. Letter from Southern California Edison dated..( .4 bE j7rpV 1 LieO�� L C:MNDOWSTESKTOPWpnI PBR\PBR SaysideDnve.doc 0 (item 7) April 4, 2000 COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT . Arts & Cultural - Library - Recreation - Seniors To: Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission From: Andrea McGuire, Senior Recreation Manager Re: Responsibilities of Co- Sponsorship BACKGROUND The Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission just recently verified the criteria for application of co- sponsorship. However, these criteria do not clearly define the responsibility of the groups for compliance to maintain co- sponsorship. These additions to the application criteria set the responsibilities of each group in order to have continued co- sponsorship. Current Criteria and Approved Procedures in Place: This Community Services Policy sets forth the procedure for determination of co- sponsorship of a Youth Sports Group. Approval allows for participation in the allocation of City athletic fields and gymnasiums. Co- sponsorship is ultimately determined by the Parks, Beaches Et Recreation Commission. The basic criteria for approval is as follows: 1. Organization must have a Charter. 2. Organization must have a Board of Directors. 3. Organization must be established as a non - profit group or certify affiliation with a national non - profit organization. 4. Organization roster of participants must include more than 50% residents. 5. Organization must be able to provide liability insurance naming the City of Newport Beach additionally ihsured to the policy for $1,000,000. Basic information required for application: 1. Total number of participants and teams with breakdown of residents and non - residents. 2. Amount of fields and times requested on an annual basis. 3. Process for selection of teams. 4. Process for training of coaches. • 5. Use of facility care plan. Responsibilities of Co- Sponsorship Page 2 RECOMMENDATION The Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission adopt the following requirements for continued co- sponsorship of Youth Sports Groups, and add the requirements to the current policy. The Youth Sports Group will: 1. Sign a contract annually with the City of Newport Beach 2. Provide the City of Newport Beach with the following information prior to the beginning of each season: • Practice schedules and game schedules • Team rosters and /or total number of participants • Roster of coaches and phone numbers • Breakdown of residents and non - residents in program 3. Immediately inform Community Services staff of changes of the main contact or Liaison person's name, address, or telephone number immediately. 4. Obtain permission from the City prior to any change in the published schedule of field allocations. Report schedule changes, dates, times, specifically decreases in use. 5. Provide all its own publicity, registration and coach's training consistent with criteria provided for co- sponsorship approval. The City must agree to any deviation in writing. 6. Screen all personnel and volunteers for prior criminal records or infractions. 7. Have responsible adults at each and every activity scheduled on the field. 8. Cooperate with requests from Community Services Staff. 9. Contact participants regarding all matters in their league or team. 10. Clean field area following games or practices of all litter, debris etc. 11. Know facility rules and regulations and provide pertinent information to participants, including proper use and care of lights, grounds and amenities. 12. Apply to the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission for approval when contemplating permanent additions or changes to fields, amenities or co- sponsorship criteria. 10. Follow all City Council policies that pertain to field usage. The Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission ultimately determine continued co- sponsorship. Failure to comply with the requirements listed above will result in the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission reevaluating the co- sponsorship status of the Youth Sports Group. 0 n U (Item 8) April 4, 2000 COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT • Arts 8 Cultural - Library - Recreation - Seniors To: Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission From: LaDonna Kienitz, Community Services Director /City Librarian Re: Request for Installation of Batting Cage at Eastbluff Park BACKGROUND The Corona del Mar Pony Baseball League, a co- sponsored youth sports group, organizes baseball activities for approximately 45 -70 youth in the east Newport Beach area. The group uses the City and school fields at Eastbluff Park. In the past, the commission has approved field improvements for Little League and AYSO Soccer. Pony Baseball has been a co- sponsored group for over 12 years. The attached letter from Dave Sprowl, President, Corona del Mar Pony Baseball, includes a sketch of the proposed 12'x 60' batting cage which will be built on a concrete pad. This site was chosen at a site meeting with staff from General Services (Randy Kearns and Paul Ramirez)and Community Services (Scott Amend and Scott Williamson). THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS PROVIDED ON THE PROJECT • • Area suggested by the Pony League is directly behind the Boys and Girls Club. • Staff at Eastbluff Boys and Girls Club is concerned about children climbing on the cage when unsupervised. • Cage is not easily visible from the street. • Area in question is currently being minimally irrigated • Two irrigation valves are currently located in the area and will be left open for access. During July and August when Eastbluff is retrofitted for using reclaimed water these valves will be disabled. • Entire area will be concrete, so mowing in tight spots is not an issue. • Batter orientation can be located for least impact on Boys and Girls Club site. • Impact on City when Eastbluff-is retrofitted for reclaimed water requires a slight change in the current drawings /plans. Other locations may place a greater impact on these plans. • A minimum of 3' clearance is necessary between the building and the cage and at least 15" between the sidewalk and the cage. • An onsite meeting is scheduled with the Boys and Girls Club on March 31, 2000, to discuss their concerns. • Verbal notices to Boys & Girls Club, Bluffs Homeowners Association and the Day Care Center. RECOMMENDATION • Approve the concept of constructing a batting cage at Eastluff Park by Corona del Mar Pony Baseball pending final approval by staff of the placement of the posts, and the orientation of the batter /pitcher. The Corona del Mar Pony Baseball will be responsible for all maintenance and the immediate correction of any safety concerns noted by staff. Attachments 0 C E • Randy Kearns Park Maintenance Supervisor 3300 Newport Bvld. P.O. Box 1768 Newport Beach, CA 92658 -8915 Dear Mr. Kearns.: • Thank you for meeting with C.D.M. Pony to find a proper location for our proposed batting cage. This letter is in response to your request for Pony to write requesting formal approval. As you know Pony is requesting permission to build a batting cage, entirely at Pony's expense on Eastbluff park. The site selected was chose by yourself, Scott Amend and Arial Luna of Allied fence. Plans for the cage drawn by allied fence are attached. We understand that Allied is a reputable builder which has performed similar work on public property such as Lincoln Elementary in the pasta If approved Pony will build the cage and maintain it at its own expense. Certificates of insurance naming the City and School district as additional insureds are all ready on file with the City. Although Pony wishes priority access to the cage during its seasons, the cage will be available for use by other community groups such as Bobby Sox and softball, without charge. As you know Pony recently funded and built a new field on the Eastbluff property at its own expense that is scheduled for use by Bobby Sox and the summer softball league. The site selected was carefully chosen by city professionals to assure it did not interfere with other programs or park irrigation. Care was taken to assure the planned conversion to reclaimed water also will not be impacted by the cage. • Although the cage will be a community asset it will be funded by the • parents of current Pony players. Many of the players our in their second year and will leave the program in May. In order to keep our support we would like to obtain approval as soon as possible. It has been a pleasure to work with the City of this project and the new field. Your work will pay dividends in the community for years to come. Very Truly Yours David ro r sident • • )j A r, :' --)I J a 3 � J J � n I �-, � -," �Q Ll Q 3 3 V) J 13 • • (1) TO: FROM: Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission General Services Director SUBJECT: Tree Removal or Reforestation Request A. Paul L. Root, 1915 Glenwood Lane B. Karen Balgie, 2228 Holiday Road C. Michael Weinstein, 2240 Holiday Road D. Jody Siemonsma, 2222 Holiday Road E. Julie DeMichaelis, 700 Marigold/Fourth St. Recommendation 1A PB &R Commission Agenda Item No.q April 4, 2000 To have the Commission consider the present tree removal requests. History The property owners noted above have submitted letters and/or Tree Removal Request forms pursuant to the recently adopted Council Policy G -1. Staff has provided Tree Inspection, Tree Appraisal reports, and photographs for each request. Discussion The attached removal requests are from property owners whose original requests had been pending, awaiting approval of the Council Policy G -1. Subsequent to the recent Council approval of amendments to the G -1 policy, staff sent 88 letters to the property owners whose requests had been pending since as early as June, 1999. Additionally, the newly adopted policy G-- I and Tree Removal or Reforestation Request Form were included with the letters. The letter indicated the required process to re- submit their tree removal request, if a property owner chose to pursue such action. Staff will submit the responding requests to the Commission each month. Each property owner has received a copy of this report and notice of the April 4 Commission meeting. CIWINDOWS\TEMP\PBR Rmvls.dm Very respectfully, • David E. Niederhaus DEN/MGL /pw Attachments: Tree Removal Request Forms and/or letters with Tree Inspection and Appraisal Reports and photos attached, for each. 0 • C:\WTNDOWS\DESKTOP\PBR Rmvls.doc t SEW PART C) 4 �tt1 5<<FOF� CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH 4141 Do General Services Department Rcfio�f�r� 1 Tree Removal or Reforestation Regiftt,,. 52000 _lL a cry vl(;ts March 3, 2000 Per City Council G -I Policy (Retention or Removal of City Trees), I am requesting the removal of: C t LU1 n d' M PA P 9 cn Indicate the number and specie(s),(if knows') of tree(s). Located at: Please be specific as possible Requestor Private Property owner Communitv Association General Services Department Public Works Department "Other Signature: C cl�; Address /Phone Date: Section A For Tree Removal Requests Only Removal Criteria (Check one or morel Proven and repeated history (two or more occurrences within an 18 month period) of damaging public or *private sewers, water mains, roadway= s, sulks, curbs, walls, fences, underground utilities or foundations. ( *exceeding $500) Repeated history of significant interference with street or sidewalk drainage, despite specific treatment by the City to alleviate repeated damage. Dead Dying Has no prospect of recovery. Diseased Cannot be cured by current arboricultural methods. In advanced state of decline with no prospect of recovery. DRIt)E1,04y 0 0 =Hazardous Defective, potential to fail, could cause damage to persons /property upon failure. Assessment by Urban Forester will identify structural defects, parts likely to fail, targets -if fails, procedures and actions to abate. . =Beautification In conjunction with a City Council- approved City, commercial, neighborhood, Project or community association beautification program. If this is a Reforestation (Removal and Replacement Request of a City tree at homeowner's expense), please proceed to second page. _ r 1�Section B. For Reforestation Requests Only Reforestation is the systematic removal and replacement of problematic trees at requestor's expense that have been unresponsive to modifying treatments. • As initiated by: Private property owner Community Association City Department Other Check items applicable: Tree(s) causing curb, gutter, sidewalk or underground utilities damage. View encroachment Area has clearly defined contiguous boundaries that include the tree(s) proposed. Group application must include a signed petition of at least e0% of the property owners within the defined area. *Groups are defined as at least 10 properties in any given City area. =Application by a legally established Community Associations governed by CC &R's. Requires notification prior to voting by Board, of affected property owners. (Individuals within an Association must petition through their respective associations.) =Individual property owner's requests accompanied by a signed petition of at least 60% of the neighboring property owners within a one block distance in either direction from the reforestation site, as well as the written endorsement of the appropriate homeowners' association, if applicable. A request for reforestation requires a written"' I by the petitioning sponsor to pay 100% of the costs of the removal and replacement of the public trees in advan'ee'of the removal activity. The actual removal and replanting will be coordinated by the General Services Department r "Each street in the ,City has a designated, street tree by species. .,, Only replacement trees) designed by the Designated Street TYee List will be considered. ,A minimum of a one-for-one replacement is required and a minimum size of36 "boxed tre`e(s)'must be planted Where space does not allow this accommodation, replacements will be planted in the same neighborhood Normal removal and replacement costs will vary from $600 to $1,000p& tree and are the sole`ol gatton of the property owner who is' makingtthe request. ;e This form does not replace the requirements of any of the City tree policies. Its use is intended to expedite the tree removal or reforestation requests to ensure compliance with all City requirements. Please refer to individual Council Policy G -1 for additional information. Requcstor Comments- J! FT I UF%JA 1 nt G- w iaS Field inspection made: " + Urban Forester '' `� ...,ter.. ... Emergency Removals Only:` r '�c•' : "fa +z `' ' a� "' �`" City Mandger • e ,la. 'lift t �cessf zthiie.eidni.ls Removals, except emergency, will be subject to the nno fcaZ" --- processes, time frames and au "tl ortfy as e `,ty ns f vkrkf;' s "' t 3 u s { - specified in the Clfy Counc :l G-I�ahcy CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH GENERAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT TREE INSPECTION REPORT Name: Paul L. Root (1210 Polaris Drive) Address: 1915 Glenwood Lane Phone Number: 548 -4555 Request: Remove 2 Liquidambar trees Botanical Name: Liquidambar Styrociflua Common Name: Sweetgum Designated Street Tree: Eucalyptus citriodora Estimated Tree Value: Tree #1 — 7' DBH- $665.10 Tree #2 — 2' from water, 12' sewer, gas underneath Damage: Parkway: Concrete Brick x Turf I Other Comments: Driveway approach under current repairs. See attached photo. 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Staff has provided Tree Inspection, Tree Appraisal reports, and photographs for each request. Discussion The attached removal requests are from property owners whose original requests had been pending, awaiting approval of the Council Policy G -1. Subsequent to the recent Council approval of amendments to the G -1 policy, staff sent 88 letters to the property owners whose requests had been pending since as early as June, 1999. Additionally, the newly adopted policy G -1 and Tree Removal or Reforestation Request Form were included with the letters. The letter indicated the required process to re- submit their tree removal request, if a property owner chose to pursue such action. Staff will submit the responding requests to the Commission each month. Each property owner has received a copy of this report and notice of the April 4 Commission meeting. C: \WINDOWS \TEMP \PBR RmAs.doc Very respectfully, David E. Niederhaus DEN/MGL /pw Attachments: Tree Removal Request Forms and/or letters with Tree Inspection and Appraisal Reports and photos attached, for each. • C: \WINDOWSDESKTOP\PBR PmV,S.doc R 04 -errs q r3 4/4100 ART CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH General Services Department, `' r Tree Removal or Reforestation Request P C"9</ Fp 4tN� March 3, 2000 Per City Council G -1 Policy (Retention or Removal of City Trees), I am requesting the removal of: V el ✓.d 4ijo 1 >tdct3 Indicate the number dyid specie(s),(f known) of tree(s). Located at: lI L' I d, Please be specific as possible • • Requestor Private Property owner »ty Association Services Department Public Works Department Other Name/Address//Phone Signature: Date:�� Section A For Tree Removal &QUests Only Removal Criteria (Check one or morel [Proven and repeated histo tw r more occurrences within an 18 month period) of tJ damaging public private sewers, ater mains, roadways, sidewalks, curbs, walls, fences, underground utilities or foundations. ('exceedin,a $500) FZ]Repeated history of significant interference with street or sidewalk drainage, despite specific treatment by the City to alleviate repeated damage. Dead Dying Diseased Hazardous =Beautification Project Has no prospect of recovery. Cannot be cured by current arboricultural methods. In advanced state of decline with no prospect of recovery. Defective, potential to fail, could cause damage to persons/property upon failure. Assessment by Urban Forester will identify structural defects, parts likely to fail, targets -if fails, procedures and actions to abate. In conjunction with a City Council- approved City, commercial, neighborhood, or community association beautification program. If this is a Reforestation (Removal and Replacement Request of a City tree at homeowner's expense), please proceed to second page. March 9, 2000 • From, Karyn Balgie To whom it may concern, We are requesting removel of [ 3 ] Eucalyptus Globalus on the property of 2228 Holiday Road Newport Beach. The tree's are infested and or diseased and also cause sewer problems, appox. 2 — 4 times a year. The root system appears to have raised the curbs, causing standing water on a • daily basis. Sincerely, Q J qqq 7c)-,I - Y 70 0 k • CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH GENERAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT TREE INSPECTION REPORT Name: Karyn Balgie Address: 2228 Holiday Road Phone Number: N/A Request: Remove 3 Eucalyptus trees. Note: Information provided reflects existing site data. Botanical Name: 4 trees on site; Tree #1- Eucalyptus Rudis (Desert gum) #2- Eucalyptus Camaldulensis (Red gum) #3- Eucalyptus Camaldulensis (Red gum) #4- Eucalyptus globulus (Blue gum) Designated Street Tree: Eucalyptus nicolii (Willow leafed peppermint) • Total: $12,221.17 Estimated Tree Value: #1 -21" DBH $2,992.89 #2 -22" DBH $2,955.65 #3 -28" DBH $4,788.46 #4 -27" DBH $1,484.17 Damage: Curb /gutter damage, however property owner indicates property damage. Parkway: Concrete Brick x Turf Other Comments: Recently trimmed Red gums and Desert gum infested with the insect Lerp Psylid. Per G -1 Policy. Eucalyptus globulus listed as Special Trees — Neighborhood Trees. Inspected by: C <v� Date: 3 'a / — " John Conway Recommendation: orward r quest to next available PBR Commission meeting for public comment and cision. _ • Reviewed by: Date: llplleo r e ' o G. Lomeli f Reviewed by: 3 Date: f z3 �LYi avid E. 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Root, 1915 Glenwood Lane B. Karen Balgie, 2228 Holiday Road C. Michael Weinstein, 2240 Holiday Road D. Jody Siemonsma, 2222 Holiday Road E. Julie DeMichaelis, 700 Marigold/Fourth St. Recommendation I� PB &R Commission Agenda Item No. 9 April 4, 2000 To have the Commission consider the present tree removal requests. History The property owners noted above have submitted letters and/or Tree Removal Request forms pursuant to the recently adopted Council Policy G -1. Staff has provided Tree Inspection, Tree Appraisal reports, and photographs for each request. Discussion The attached removal requests are from property owners whose original requests had been pending, awaiting approval of the Council Policy G -1. Subsequent to the recent Council approval of amendments to the G -1 policy, staff sent 88 letters to the property owners whose requests had been pending since as early as June, 1999. Additionally, the newly adopted pclicy G-- I and Tree Removal or Reforestation Request Form were included with the letters. The letter indicated the required process to re- submit their tree removal request, if a property owner chose to pursue such action. Staff will submit the responding requests to the Commission each month. Each property owner has received a copy of this report and notice of the April 4 Commission meeting. CdWINDOWS \TEMPBBR R.As.doc Very respectfully, David E. Niederhaus DEN/MGL /pw Attachments: Tree Removal Request Forms and/or letters with Tree Inspection and Appraisal Reports and photos attached, for each. CAW INDO W S\DESKTOPWR Rmvls.doc r � U 0 0 t� • • • Per (14-em qG) 41,+100 NEWPORT CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH: , General Services Department ,V n Tree Removal or Reforestation Request March 3, 2000 Council G -I Policy (Retention or Removal of City Trees), I am requesting the removal of: 1--ti4.4 /Vp4tis 6 /_ Dt30/_0-5 Indicate the number and specie(s),(if known) of tree(s). Locatedat 2240 4Li D44 Please be specific as possible Requestor Private Property owner Community Association General Services Department Public Works Department Signature: V— —r`(,, $ 7—/ AJ Name /Address/Phone 6 /tij [-1D4• LiL�Lt)IODiC� q3 a. ii 4rt4_ /_fin Date i 1 snore) Proven and repeated history (two or more occurrences within an 18 month period) of damaging public or *private sewers, water mains, roadways, sidewalks, curbs, walls, fences, underground utilities or foundations. ( *exceeding $500) =Repeated history of significant interference with street or sidewalk drainage, despite specific treatment by the City to alleviate repeated damage. Dead Dying Has no prospect of recovery. Diseased Cannot be cured by current arboricultural methods. In advanced state of decline with no prospect of recovery. I OH"ardous Defective, potential to fail, could cause damage to persons /property upon failure. Assessment by Urban Forester will identify structural defects, parts likely to fail, targets -if fails, procedures and actions to abate. Beautification In conjunction with a City Council- approved City, commercial, neighborhood, Project or community association beautification program. If this is a Reforestation (Removal and Replacement Request of a City tree at homeowner's expense), please proceed to second page. Section B. For Reforestation Requests Only Reforestation is the systematic removal and replacement of problematic trees at requestor's expense that have been unresponsive to modifying treatments. • As initiated ite property owner munitv Association Department Check items applicable: Tree(s) causing curb, gutter, sidewalk or underground utilities damage. View encroachment Area has clearly defined contiguous boundaries that include the tree(s) proposed. Group application must include a signed petition of at least 60% of the property owners within the defined area. *Groups are defined as at least 10 properties in any given City area. =Application by a legally established Community Associations governed by CC &R's. Requires notification prior to voting by Board, of affected property owners. (Individuals within'an Association must petition through their respective associations.) =Individual property owner's requests accompanied by a signed petition of at least 60% of the neighboring property owners within a one block distance in either direction from the reforestation site, as well as the written endorsement of the appropriate homeowners' association3. if applicable • A `request forreforeslatian requ3r'e a wnt en agree hi h e (tontng removal and replacement of the pirbkc trees`'ttt advance (!h rr,pRVaI4 ty:ty "yys7h�itc 0 eflgrlhng u +..t. ami~. �xi ' kMn, du � .',! a "i "x '�Fif+w`J •`°x willbe coordinated by lhe General,Sern�s1�,?e�a � Only replacement (reel`//sJ� designe¢;¢y 1heDe` 'a t . ` e'a . � replace�t�r�s requtrg��and'r mi, t fem'stz - la acepmmodalaoh, replacements�wilhbpTan � ' t s � , vary from $60010 $1�(1(IO per tr � a ar :o i a 4 f Y pe This form does not replace the requirements of any of the City tree policies. Its use is intended to expedite the tree removal or reforestation requests to ensure compliance with all City requirements. Please refer to individual Council Policy G -1 for additional information. i'}ul31 t< 4w#t. y ° 'y?i..�-i'a,t ✓� y S�yyrf �r�y� , / °i-•. �.� `h A^, YWP!aiY.b:'.'.rerYb°u�°. fiM1i.45'.'%Z{T.k A�ry t��..:. • t • CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH GENERAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT TREE INSPECTION REPORT • • Name: Michael Weinstein Address: 2240 Holiday Rd. Phone Number: 650 -7522 Request: Remove large Euc. Botanical Name: Eucalyptus Camaldulensis Common Name: Red gum Designated Street Tree: Eucalyptus nicholii — Willow leafed peppermint Estimated Tree Value: 31" DBH - $5,869.32 Damage: None noted. 5' tree from driveway. Owner cites property damage. Parkway: Concrete Brick x Turf Other Comments: Recentl trimmed. Specimen currently infested with Lerp psylid insect Inspected by: Date: 3, -Z 1 --,� o JohrXonway Recommendat n: Forward request to next available PBR Commission meeting for public comment and d 'on. Reviewed by: Date�� arralmn C. T.nmeli {Y{Y�� Reviewed by: f(l1NV ( _Date: David E. Niederhaus U a w m F- O CL w z LL O F- U F- z w a a w 0 N w w J w z w a T M a 0 0 v N N N N 'O J a a a a w w F- W cN] f`N7 J �0 Q 00 W 00 LO Lf f9 EA O to M aR+ aa o F0- co f1 J 00 m J Z O F N J c M 2 00 n ss U Z CO F LLI Q N N U U W i ' to cn0) Q J U U W 0 a rn M aJ m N z z W L� W U O J U CL w y m = Cl) p L n U 0 — ? 0 W U V) y Z w Z H _ FQ o M w N 'a U W T � v a co V W U 0 • a M� ur i t � A w • • • 4 F �£wcoR o ti c TO: FROM: Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission General Services Director SUBJECT: Tree Removal or Reforestation Request A. Paul L. Root, 1915 Glenwood Lane B. Karen Balgie, 2228 Holiday Road C. Michael Weinstein, 2240 Holiday Road D. Jody siernonsma, 2222 Holiday Road E. Julie DeMichaelis, 700 Marigold/Fourth St. Recommendation 9D PB &R Commission Agenda Item No.g April 4, 2000 To have the Commission consider the present tree removal requests. History The property owners noted above have submitted letters and/or Tree Removal Request forms pursuant to the recently adopted Council Policy G -1. Staff has provided Tree Inspection, Tree Appraisal reports, and photographs for each request. Discussion The attached removal requests are from property owners whose original requests had been pending, awaiting approval of the Council Policy G -1. Subsequent to the recent Council approval of amendments to the G -1 policy, staff sent 88 letters to the property owners whose requests had been pending since as early as June, 1999. Additionally, the newly adopted policy G -1 and Tree Removal or Reforestation Request Form were included with the letters. The letter indicated the required process to re- submit their tree removal request, if a property owner chose to pursue such action. Staff will submit the responding requests to the Commission each month. Each property owner has received a copy of this report and notice of the April 4 Commission meeting. CAWINDOWS \TEMP\PBR R. IISAOC Very respectfully, David E. Niederhaus DEN/MGL /pw Attachments: Tree Removal Request Forms and/or letters with Tree Inspection and Appraisal Reports and photos attached, for each. Q \WINDOWSOESKTO"SR RmA&doc I' 1 U n U • SEW Po • T z Cq<t pp RN�P • LJ (1 -em qD) 141 On CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH General Services Department Tree Removal or Reforestation Request Per City Council G -1 Policy (Retention or Removal of City ((�r_Cr,A -f2co Indicate the number and pecie(s),(if town) of tree(s). Located at: March 3, 2000 I am requesting the removal of: Please be specific as possible Requestor Private Property owner Community Association General Services Department Public Works Department Other Name /Address/Phone ri ��fl�fll� Signature: Date: Section A, Fr r 1 Requests Removal Criteria (Check one or morel Proven and repeated history (two or more occurrences within a I- &nwrn, period) of damaging public or *private sewers, water mains, roadways, sidewalks, curbs, walls, fences, underground utilities or foundations. ( "exceeding $500) Repeated history of significant interference with street or sidewalk drainage, despite specific treatment by the City to alleviate repeated damage. Dead Dying Has no prospect of recovery. Diseased Cannot be cured by current arboricultural methods. In advanced state of decline with no prospect of recovery. Hazardous Defective, potential to fail, could cause damage to persons /property upon failure. Assessment by Urban Forester will identify structural defects, parts likely to fail, targets -if fails, procedures and actions to abate. =Beautification In conjunction with a City Council - approved City, commercial, neighborhood, Project or community association beautification program. If this is a Reforestation (Removal and Replacement Request of a City tree at homeowner's expense), please proceed to second page. March 13, 2000 Jody Sicmonsma 2222 Holiday Rd Newport Beach, Ca 92660 To whom it may concern, The (2) Eucalyptus Globalus on our property are infested with lurps and disease ridden. We have been battling this problem for over a year. In the past we have had concrete work done on our driveway caused by root damage. The roots have been an on -going problem for our driveways and sewer system. The damage in our sewer system from the tree roots have been costly and a hastle. Our neighborhood would greatly benefit from the removal of these trees. Sincerely, 1 i r1 LJ `J . CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH GENERAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT TREE INSPECTION REPORT Name: Jody Siemonsma Address: 2222 Holiday Road Phone Number: 650 -3535 Request: Remove 2 Eucalyptus trees. Note: Information provided reflects existing site data. Botanical Name: 4 trees on site; Tree #1- Eucalyptus Camaldulensis (Red gum) #2- Eucalyptus globulus (Blue gum) #3- Eucalyptus Camaldulensis (Red gum) #4- Eucalyptus globulus (Blue gum) Designated Street Tree: Eucalyptus nicolii (Willow leafed peppermint) Total: $15,100.19 Estimated Tree Value: #1 -30" DBH $9,161,42 #2 -21" DBH $897.86 #3 -27" DBH $4,452.53 #4 -17" DBH $588.38 Parkway: Concrete Brick x Turf Other Comments: Red gums infested with Lerp psylid. Per G -1 Policy, Eucalyptus globulus listed as Special Trees — Neighborhood Trees. Inspected by: � L==:: Date: 3 —2-1 Johii Conway Recommendati : Forward request to next available PBR Commission meeting for public comment e 'sion. - Reviewed by: Date: Ma i Lomeli / Reviewed by: . Date: 3123%00 • David E. Niederhaus a N N N N w w d L r z w 2 L U F- w Q m w �o a: O U aw w > z LL. w O� � J t U w z w 0 e u n n a LL LL F 0 �l s ti i �a I .n� fo J•� - 4w� __ NOR- F M 1 7 t �t t ■ J -J FA f • • • TO: Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission FROM: General Services Director SUBJECT: Tree Removal or Reforestation Request A. Paul L. Root, 1915 Glenwood Lane B. Karen Balgie, 2228 Holiday Road C. Michael Weinstein, 2240 Holiday Road D. Jody Siemonsma, 2222 Holiday Road E. Julie DeMichaelis, 700 Marigold/Fourth St. Recommendation IE PB &R Commission Agenda Item No.g April 4, 2000 To have the Commission consider the present tree removal requests. History The property owners noted above have submitted letters and/or Tree Removal Request forms pursuant to the recently adopted Council Policy G -1. Staff has provided Tree Inspection, Tree Appraisal reports, and photographs for each request. Discussion The attached removal requests are from property owners whose original requests had been pending, awaiting approval of the Council Policy G -1. Subsequent to the recent Council approval of amendments to the G -1 policy, staff sent 88 letters to the property owners whose requests had been pending since as early as June, 1999. Additionally, the newly adopted policy G --1 and Tree Removal or Reforestation Request Form were included with the letters. The letter indicated the required process to re- submit their tree removal request, if a property owner chose to pursue such action. Staff will submit the responding requests to the Commission each month. Each property owner has received a copy of this report and notice of the April 4 Commission meeting. CAWINDOWS \TEMPTER RILVls.doc Very respectfully, David E. Niederhaus DEN/MGL/pw Attachments: Tree Removal Request Forms and/or letters with Tree Inspection and Appraisal Reports and photos attached, for each. C:\ W 1 WO W S�DESKTOPTBR RmAs.doc U C� ' m r Zo Per City Counc (t-► -ern HE) �t I Lt no CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH General Services Department Tree Removal or Reforestation Request Policy (Retention (�- ) (/G O/yGi Indicate the number and Located at: March 3, 2000 Removal of City Trees), I am requesting the removal S ti'e E $ �� N G° GI �J e ✓ / ph@ �s,p,Q �., /'iE � h (if knowit) oftree(s). g1-19d/al _� Please be specific as possible Requestor II-PCI rivate Property owner ommunity Association • eneral Services Department ubli c Works Department ther Name /Address/Phone �%uI e W%/�Ite f�Q� �r s h��signature: �1?= Date: Section A F'o Tree Removal Requests Only Removal Criteria (Check one or morel Proven and repeated history (two or more occurrences within an 18 month period) of damaging public or *private sewers, water mains, roadways, sidewalks, curbs, walls, fences, underground utilities or foundations. ( *exceeding 8500) Repeated history of significant interference with street or sidewalk drainage, despite specific treatment by the City to alleviate repeated damage. Dead Dying Diseased =Hazardous • =Beautification Project Has no prospect of recovery. Cannot be cured by current arboricultural methods. In advanced state of decline with no prospect of recovery. Defective, potential to fail, could cause damage to persons /property upon failure. Assessment by Urban Forester will identify structural defects, parts likely to fail, targets -if fails, procedures and actions to abate. In conjunction with a City Council - approved City, commercial, neighborhood, or community association beautification program. If this is a Reforestation (Removal and Replacement Request of a City tree at homeowner's expense), please proceed to second page. RMUMMMEMM. "MR As initiated Reforestation is the systematic removal and replacement of problematic trees at requestor's expense • that have been unresponsive to modifying treatments. Private property owner Communitv Association ity Department Check items applicable: FTree(s) causing curb, gutter, sidewalk or underground utilities damage. View encroachment Area has clearly defined contiguous boundaries that include the tree(s) proposed. Group application must include a signed petition of at least 60% of the property owners within the defined area. *Groups are defined as at least 10 properties in any given City area. =Application by a legally established Community Associations governed by CC &R's. Requires notification prior to voting by Board, of affected property owners. (Individuals within an Association must petition through their respective associations.) =Individual property owner's requests accompanied by a signed petition of at least 60% of the neighboring property owners within a one block distance in either direction from the reforestation site, as well as the written endorsement of the appropriate homeowners' association, if applicable. A request for reforestation requil removal and replacement of the pt will be coordinated by the General,' Only replacement tree(s) designed replacement is required and a4mh accommodation, replacements will vary from $600 to $1, 000 per tr This form does not replace the requirements of any of the City tree policies. Its use is intended to expedite the tree removal or reforestation requests to ensure compliance with all City requirements. Please refer to individual Council Policy Gl for additional information. Requestor Comments: • x; Field ins ection made:; _, t �� ,�Uran orester.. p a,.d._.s:_`=.rnx + cu a- ::v3,:z, "�u.._x:_ ..xi Emergency Removals Only: Removals, except emergency '�Canager ,...t •.]:a:h. Xi'a''u 6 i;tv1 k�a" "• lE �'. ,"+T�a �s�"�nl��'s1. ' • 0 Michael T. Mahoney INDEPENDENT CONSULTANT -SPECIALIST IN ARBORICULTURE AND URBAN FORESTRY 4: -5:Io ir111, s11111 211. Ni WMNI❑ I AM, CAI 11 MINA 92663. 944) 67:15199 FAX 9,19 673,5197 AUGUST 26, 1999 John Conway 3300 Newport Bouilevard, P. 0. Box 1768 Newport Beach, California 92659 -1768 RE: Blue Gum on 4th Street, CdM Dear Mr. Conway, This letter is a follow -up to my March 3, 1998 assessment of the Blue Gum Eucalyptus growing in the public easement on 4th Street in Corona del Mar. I have revisited the trees for the purpose of reassessing them to determine if any changes have taken place • causing the trees to merit a revision in the status assigned at that time. As you know, Blue Gum trees (Eucalyptus globulus) are native to Australia. In its native environment the trees are fast growing and acquire heights of over 150 feet. Trees that develop properly receive plenty of room, both for their tall trunk and canopy and for their strong (aggressive) root system. They prefer temperate climates and grow best in soils that are fairly deep and moist for most of the year. They are also grown there in cultivation and are recognized for being able to respond well to coppicing (severe pruning). It is noteworthy that the tree is sometimes planted in the wrong locations in suburban areas where it soon outgrows its usefulness. (Encyclopaedia of Australian Plants, Elliot and Jones, 1992) In California the species is very common primarily due to its use as a windbreak for the citrus industry. Recently, use of E. globulus has been discontinued and it is no longer available in the nursery trade. Sunset's Western Garden Book, 1998, notes that the tree is "...messy, greedy, and brittle for garden or city street. Needs deep soil, lots of room." These are conditions that are not reflected in the vicinity of 4th Street. Finally, it should be noted that the Western Chapter of the International Society of Arboriculture's Species Classification and Group Assignment, 1992, identifies E. globulus as a "Class 5 Tree — worth 10% out of a possible 100%". A further caveat provides • "add or deduct 10 % ... depending on specific circumstances" which, due to the incongruity of the site with the preferred environment, arguably should be deducted in this case. Blue Gum is one of the five least desirable species for use in the southern California landscape. Recommendations for Blue Gums 4'h Street, CdM 8/26/99 Page /2 • My most recent inspection took place on Tuesday and Wednesday, August 24 and 25, 1999. I have prepared the enclosed table to convey information on all existing trees. For comparative purposes the three columns have been organized as before with slight modifications. I have changed two of the column titles to reflect my relationship with the decision - making process: these are recommendations by a consulting urban forester and tree health -care specialist - your decision to remove or retain trees will certainly bring to bear additional concerns for public safety and risk management, financial resource utilization, and reflect the city's policy toward tree preservation. It is apparent that some of the trees have been removed in the intervening time since my last inspection. All of the trees I had recommended for removal have been replaced. Several of the trees in the Requires Attention column have been moved over to the Satisfactory column at this time. Three trees have moved from the Requires Attention to Consider Removal due to physical conditions that I.feel do not warrant mitigation considering the over - mature developmental status of the trees, the risk potential due to their proximity to people and property and the species track record in this setting. Annual maintenance in the form of crown thinning is necessary for each of the remaining trees to avoid the 'wind-sail' effect. All of the trees should also be monitored • no less frequently than on an annual basis and prior to and following any severe inclement weather. Sincerely, Michael T. Mahoney Registered Consulting Arborist 0 CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH • GENERAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT TREE INSPECTION REPORT Name: Julie DeMichaelis (1411 Keel Drive) Address: 700 Marigold Ave. Phone Number: 644 -7220 Request: Remove 2 Euc. Trees on 4' Ave. Botanical Name: Euc. globulus Common Name: Blue gum Designated Street Tree: Hong Kong Orchid Estimated Tree Value: Tree 41 -39" DBH- $3,096.40 Tree #2 -30" DBH- $1,832.28 Damage: Curb /gutter. Trees recently trimmed. • Parkway: Concrete Brick x Turf Other Comments: Consulting Arborist Report August 26, 1999, by Michael Mahoney listed these trees as: Tree #1 — Satisfactory; Tree #2 - Satisfactory Inspected by: 3 —a I — <-) Jo Conway Recommendat' n: Fo and request to next available, PBR Commission meeting for public comment and d Reviewed by: Date: %j;'�j o Marcelino G. Lomeli Reviewed by: tyt (-- pew Date: 3�23(Co David E. 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