HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-04-1985 - AgendaCITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
• PARKS, BEACHES AND RECREATION COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING TO BE HELD TUESDAY, JUNE 4, 1985
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
7:00 P.M.
AGENDA
I. PROCEDURAL MATTERS
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of Minutes - Meeting of May 7, 1985
4. Adoption of Agenda
II. ACTION ITEMS
5. Joint Meeting with Friends of Oasis (Agenda attached')
• 6. Develop Agenda for Joint Meeting with City Council
on June 24, 1985
III. PUBLIC COMMENTS
IV. DISCUSSION ITEMS
7. Status of Street Tree Committee, Chairperson Wolfe
8. Park and Street Tree Division
9. Recreation Division
V. SPECIAL, URGENT OR LAST MINUTE ITEMS
VI. .ADJOURNMENT
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Motion
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Ayes
Nay
Motion
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Ex- Officio Member Present: Ronald A. Whitley, Director
Staff Present: Jack Brooks, Park and Street
Tree Superintendent
Tom Line, Recreation Supt.
Dottie Flohr, Secretary
I. PROCEDURAL MATTERS
Item #1
Call to
Order
The meeting of the Parks, Beaches and Recreation-Commission
was called to order at 7:02 P.M.
Item #2
Roll Call
Roll call was taken. Commissioners Capretz, Cohen, Hopkins,
King, Springer and Wolfe were present. Commissioner
de Boom was absent.
Item #3
Approval of
Minutes
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Commissioner King asked for the status of the addition to
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the minutes of the December 4, 1984 meeting. This item will
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be included under Special, Urgent or Last Minute Items.
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Motion was made by Wolfe and seconded by Springer to approve
the minutes of the April 2, 1985 meeting. Motion passes.
Item #4
Adoption of
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Agenda
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The agenda was adopted as presented with the addition of a
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request from Friends of Oasis which will follow Item #7.
II. PUBLIC HEARINGS
Item #5 - Public Beach Restrooms
Public
Beach
Ron Whitley reported that Council had requested the Parks,
Restrooms
Beaches and Recreation Commission conduct a study of the
condition of the existing restrooms and possible new loca-
tions. As a result, members from the City's Beautification
Citizens Advisory Committee and the Parks, Beaches and
Recreation Commission conducted a tour about six months ago.
A preliminary report summarizing this study has been
provided in the agenda packet and was also sent to Peninsula
Point,.-Central Newport and West Newport Homeowner
Associations with an invitation to attend this meeting for
public Anput.
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The refurbishment program may take 5 -7 years funded at
approximately $125,000 annually. Ire addition, a public
review would occur in each case so that residents will be
aware of the proposals. Mr..Whitl.ey presented a\color
scheme of the Balboa restroom. Construction will commence
in September and be completed in October or November.
Commissioner Wolfe pointed out the Board of West Newport
voted unanimously for a new restroom at 62nd and the River
Jetty subject to public input.
Following questions of staff by the Commission, Chair Cohen
opened the meeting to public testimony.
Mr. Ed Benson of the Newport Beautification Committee
addressed the Commission. He said he felt the Newport Beach
restrooms are in a bad state and totally antiquated compared
to other areas. He urged the restrooms be improved and
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modernized.
Elizabeth Wallace, 2017 E. Ocean Blvd., addressed the
Commission and stated Peninsula Point Association does not
want restrooms at the Wedge location. The area is too
difficult to police and would add to traffic and parking
congestion.
Virginia Herbert of the Beautification Committee addressed
the Commission. She reported the Peninsula Point Associa-
tion voted not to have a restroom at the Wedge area.due to
parking and liability problems. Ron Whitley pointed out
the Wedge was listed as a possible location because it is a
high use area, however, there may never be a restroom at
this location.
Chair Cohen suggested including comments from the Homeowner
Associations and the Newport Beautification Committee in
the report for review prior to sending to Council.
Motion
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King motioned the Wedge area be removed from the proposed
Nays
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x
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list of locations. Motion fails.
Judy White, Chair of the Beautification Committee, addressed
the Commission. She recommended the Balboa restroom receive
top priority, followed by Newport Pier and then the 15th
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and 19th Street locations.
Following additional discussion, Chair Cohen directed the
preliminary report be transmitted to the Newport Beautifica-
tion Citizens Advisory Committee for their review and
comments.
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Item. #6 - Removal /Retention of Parkway Trees
Removal/
Retention of
Ron Whitley reported the subject report was a result of
Parkway
Council's Study Session concerning the trees removed in
Trees
Corona del Mar which were proposed by General Services in
their repair of curbs, sidewalks and gutters. Mr. Whitley
briefly summarized the City's Street Tree Policy which is
based on trying to retain trees. Public input from Corona
del Mar residents is encouraged so that a review and
recommendations of existing policy can be developed to
benefit residents and the City.
Mr. Whitley pointed out that the Peninsula Point Association
was involved when the Ficus Trees were removed in a Public
Works project three years ago. It is also the Department's
policy to notify adjacent property owners in a removal
situation. Jack Brooks stated Public Works and General
Services notify this Department of their intentions and we
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evaluate the tree situation after the concrete Work is done.
Chair Cohen opened the meeting to public testimony. Mr.
Jim McDonald, 320 Hazel, addressed the Commission. He said
he felt General Services is only interested in flat side-
walks and not the trees.
Pat Whelan, 228 Hazel, addressed the Commission and passed
out Recommendations Regarding Tree Care and Removal in
Corona del Mar. She read a l.etter concerning the property
at 301 Narcissus where two Monterey Pines were removed and
the new owner, who will be building on the lot, wants them
replaced. She also read a letter from 222 Marigold where
the trees are diseased. She then reviewed the Recommendations
she passed out and added that they have spoken with Dennis
Royce, consultant, who has alternatives to diseased trees
and suggested his ideas be pursued.
Mrs. Kay Mortenson, 1530 Miramar on the Point, addressed
the Commission. She objects to mass cutting and excessive
pruning and asks that the four remaining trees on her block
be saved.
Mr. Mike Chandler, 318 Poppy, addressed the Commission. He
is against the right of one person to determine tree removal
and said he felt the replacement trees are cheap looking.
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As a result, he feels property values and the beauty and
charm of Corona del Mar suffer.
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Mr. Jim Sharer, 317 Poinsettia, addressed the Commission.
He read letters urging restrained trimming and preservation
of trees in Corona del Mar. The alternative should be to
repair the sidewalk.
Helen Schneider, 234 Heliotrope, addressed the Commission.
She said they bought in Corona del Mar due to the trees
and urged the natural environment be preserved.
Marilyn Hill, 240 Heliotrope, addressed the Commission and
read a letter from Mr. Reynolds, 242 Heliotrope, who
favors retention of trees and fixing the sidewalks.
Elizabeth.Wallace, 2017 E. Ocean Blvd. on the Point, addressed
the Commission. She said the trees left on the Point are
denuded and the top branches are caught in telephone wires.
She also complained that the replacement trees are too small.
Virginia Kempler, 311 Poinsettia, addressed the Commission
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and read a letter from Velma O'Brien, 243 Poppy, concerning
certain tree hazards. Mrs. Shaner, 317 Poinsettia, addresse
the Commission and read a letter from Mr. Herley on
Marguerite who is in favor of tree retention.
Frank Holmberg, General Services Department, addressed the
Commission. He said their purpose is to have flat sidewalks
to reduce lawsuits, and he also added he was sorry they had
disappointed so many people. He agreed the loss of trees
decreases Corona del Mar's charm.
Grant Howald, 243 Heliotrope, addressed the Commission. He
encouraged leveling the sidewalks and retaining the trees.
Mrs. Stayner, 232 Heliotrope, suggested fixing the sidewalks
Upon the close of public testimony, Ron Whitley invited
those in attendance to assist the Commission in the commi'tte
process. Mr. Whitley also reported Jack Brooks was in
Carmel recently collecting material on their tree policies
and suggested the committee review this information at
length.
Chair Cohen established an Ad Hoc Committee to review
Policy I -9 and to make additional recommendations. She
appointed.Commissioner Wolfe to chair the committee which
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will consist of Commissioner Hopkins, Mr. and Mrs. Jim
McDonald of Corona del Mar, Mrs. Kay Mortenson of Peninsula
Point, Wade Beyeler of General, Services, Ron Whitley, Jack
Brooks and a representative from Public Works. The
committee will meet at 4:30 P.M. on May 14 in the Council
Conference Room.
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Jack.Brooks reported on the tree situation in Carmel,
specifically noting that Carmel does not have sidewalks,
curbs and gutters which create many of Newport's tree
problems.
Chair Cohen concluded the public hearings by thanking those
who attended the meeting and expressing an interest in the
tree situation.
III. ACTION ITEMS
Item #7 - Request for Senior Citizens Council or Commission
Request for
Senior
Motion
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Ron Whitley reported Ed Williams, President of the Friends
Citizens
Secondec
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of Oasis, addressed a communication on March 13 to the
Council or
Ayes
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City Council with regard to the formation of a Senior
Commission
Nay
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Citizens Council or Commission. This matter has been
Abstain
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referred to the Commission for recommendation to Council
since this Department administers the Oasis Center. A
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letter from Norma Gilchrist opposing a Senior Commission
and Policy I -17, which identifies the relationship the
Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission has with the
Friends of Oasis, have been included in the agenda packet.
Mr. Whitley stated that at this point in time staff is
opposed to pursuing a Senior Commission. He explained the
reasons for a negative recommendation which were summarized
in his report to the Commission dated March 26.
Following questions of staff, Chair Cohen opened the
meeting to public testimony. Grant Howald, 243 Heliotrope,
addressed the Commission. He reported he was President of
the Friends of Oasis when the subject was first introduced
two years ago and they are now in the process of trying
to implement it. Mr. Howald explained that they felt the
seniors were not being given enough consideration and that
a Senior Commission would be effective in obtaining grants
and concentrating their efforts on all the seniors through- .
out the City.
Mr. Barney Larks, 1901 Beryl Lane, addressed the Commission.
He said he felt the relationship between the Friends, the
Commission and staff works well although there are some
differences. Some of the Friends are disturbed there has
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been a negative reaction with respect to housing, however,
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Mr. Whitley had pointed out earlier that this is a Planning
Commission responsibility. Mr. Larks felt the matter of a
senior Commission should not have been referred to the
Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission since it is beyond
the scope of their responsibility. The reason for this is
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that the issue has to do with the entire City, not just the
friends, and a Senior Commission would represent the needs
and desires of all the seniors of Newport Beach. He urged
the Commission to reject staff's recommendation and refer
the issue back to Council asking them to set up an Ad Hoc
Committee to pursue a Senior Commission devoted specifically
to the seniors of Newport Beach. Such a Commission would
not be linked to the Friends of Oasis in any way.
Following discussion., Hopkins moved the Commission recommend
to the City Council that Council appoint an Ad Hoc
Committee to study the establishment of a Senior Citizens
Advisory Committee or Commission which would include members
of Council,, this Commission, as well as representative
seniors. Seconded by Capretz. Motion passes.
Item #8 - Request From Friends of Oasis
Request
From
Mot' n
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Ron Whitley reported he recently received a communication
Friends of
Se ed
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from Ed Williams, President of Friends of Oasis, with regard
Oasis.
Aye
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to obtaining an endorsement from City Council appointing
an alternate member to the League of California Cities
Orange County Division. The Friends of Oasis had moved and
approved Mary Allen, who has been active in senior activities,
to be nominated for this position. Following a brief
discussion, Capretz moved Mary Allen be recommended as an
alternate to the League of California Cities Orange County
Division. Seconded by King. Unanimous.
Item #9 - Request for Additional "Swimming Area Only" Area
Request for
Additional
Ron Whitley reported a communication was - received in March
Swimming
from Dan Lazzarevich regarding establishing another area in
Area Only
West Newport for swimming only between 52nd and 54th Streets.
The Marine Department provided a report included in the
agenda packet recommending this area not be considered.
Chair Cohen opened the meeting to public testimony and Mr.
Dan Lazzarevich., 5303 Seashore Drive, addressed the
Commission. He said the additional swimming area requested
would be for the summer only. Due to the increase in
vacationers, there is not enough room to swim, and surfers
have taken over most of the beach area.
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Following the close of public testimony, Ron Whitley added
that surfing and swimming areas are designated by Ordinance
which is a lengthly process. Historically this matter is
referred to the Marine Department who are the experts on
these matters.
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Ayes
Abstain
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Capretz suggested staff review the hours surfing is
permitted to perhaps shorten the period of time for them.
It'was then determined staff will contact the Marine
Department to do a study on the hours with the idea they
be modified.
Item #10 - Letter Re. P.E. Right of Way Development
Letter Re.
P.E. Right
Ron Whitley reported a letter on the above subject from
of Way
Richard Babineau along with a petition addressed to Council
Development
has been referred to this Commission for response. He
pointed out that those who signed the petitiom should be
made aware that until a consultant has been acquired by
the City there is no plan for the P.E. park development.
When funds are available, a consultant is hired and then
extensive public input is pursued.
Following a brief discussion, it was decided Mr. Whitley
will communicate to Council that a letter has been sent
to Mr. Babineau regarding his concerns.
IV. PUBLIC COMMENTS
None.
V. DISCUSSION ITEMS
Item #11 - Recreation Division
Recreation
'Division
Tom Line reported the Sports Section completed the youth
track clinic co- sponsored by the Rotary Club and the
championships were held on April 20. The summer brochure
will be in the mail the week of May 24.
An invitation was extended to the Commissioners to attend
or participate in the Fourth Annual Corona del Mar Scenic
5K on June 1 and to attend the pre -race party on May 20.
Item #12 - Park and Street Tree Division
Park and
Street Tree
None.
Division
VI. SPECIAL, URGENT OR LAST MINUTE ITEMS
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Ron Whitley passed out the correction to the December 4,
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1984 meeting. Motion was made by Springer to include the
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statement that "The addition to the minutes include a
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discussion of making the Marinapark area and study a high
priority for future consideration." Seconded by Hopkins.
Motion passes.
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VII. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the,Parks, Beaches and
Recreation Commission adjourned at 10:10 P.M.
Dottie Flo hr, Secretary
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Item No. 5
Agenda for June 4 Meeting of the Executive Committee of
• Friends of OASIS and the Parks, Beaches, and Recreation
Commission. 7 :00 P.M. We will meet with them every six
months as suggested.
I. Revision of letter of intent for application,for Senior
Centers Bond Act Monies.
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II. 1985 -86 City Budget for OASIS:
A. Re the status of the full-time position for Human
Services Coordinator.
B. North Wing Restrooms Renovation
1. Need for approximately $10,000.00 for plumbing
prior to renovation.
• 2. $15,000.00 is.in city budget for the actual
renovation.
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III.Status of City Council AD HOC COMMITTEE
A. If a Senior Citizens Commission is established,
OASIS Center and friends of OASIS should not become
involved.
1. We still feel the Parks, Beaches, and Recreation
Department (and Parks, Beaches, and Recreation
Commission) is the proper place for the management
of OASIS Center and as the liaison with the Friends_
of OASIS.
IV. Status of Bingo
V. Update information to the Parks, Beaches, and Recreation
Commission re OASIS Cottage Homes and our relations with
the Bren and Irvine Companies.
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I. That a Newport Beach Senior Citizens Committee be established
to report directly to the City Council,
II. Need for a senior citizens committee:
• A. Seniors comprise nearly 25% of the population of
Newport Beach.
1. This percentage will increase because high housing
costs keep younger families from making their
homes in the city.
2. This percentage will increase as the current
population ages.
B. The OASIS Center is an important_ asset to the City___:_
but it serves only a segment of the senior population.,
C. A senior committee is needed to receive, review, and
make recommendations on legislation affecting seniors,
Such legislation may originate with the city,'county,
state or Federal government,
D. The City Council,, with--its multitudes of. city duties,...
cannot be expected to keep abreast of matters concerning
seniors, and would be kept advised of such matters
by a senior committee.
III. Duties
A. Act in advisory capacity to City Council in establishinc
suggestions on matters pertaining to special concerns
of senior citizens in the city, except OASIS Center
and Friends of OASIS. OASIS Center is under the auspices
• of the Parks, Beaches, and Recreation Department(and
P, B, & R Commission) and should remain with them. Friends
of OASIS are the official representatives for the OASIS Center.
B. Meet regularly and invite input from persons, schools,
and organizations which have an interest in senior
activities and programs.
C. Represent the interests of the senior population except
OASIS Center and Friends of OASIS.
D. Review possible programs and services for seniors
including education, health, housing, nutrition, recreation
and transportation.
E. Promote the involvement of seniors in community affairs.
F. Encourage intergenerational activities.
G. Perform such other duties as may be prescribed by City Council)
IV. Suggested composition of a Newport Beach Senior Council.
A. Nine members
1. Nine appointed by City Council members,
2. Sixty years of age or older.
3. Residents of the City of Newport Beach.
4. Registered voters.
• B. Term of office as decided by City Council.
V. The Newport Beach
Department
I' would assist this Committee,
Item No. 8
PARK AND STREET TREE DIVISION
• MAY, 1985 PROGRESS REPORT
Our Park crews performed the following tasks in addition to normal
maintenance during the month of May:
Moved books from West Newport Library to San Clemente
Library and returned leftovers.,
Cleared fire break behind homes on Mission Drive at
Spyglass Nature Park.
Built wall on outside storage area at Parks, Beaches and
Recreation Department.
Replaced broken window at CYC.
Marked 17 ball fields for Recreation Department.
Filled in holes at bases and home plate at 17 ball fields
for Recreation Department.
Put.up flags at Newport Center.
Trenched and layed conduit for underground service for
• Junior Lifeguard Trailer at "A" Street.
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Our Street Tree Division performed the following:
Trimmed 1,098 trees.
Planted 18 trees.
Removed 19 trees.
Root pruned 3 trees.
Completed 21 Work Requests.
Buffalo Hills area is being trimmed and the Groves is completed.
• RECREATION DIVISION
MAY, 1985 PROGRESS REPORT
Senior Citizens
Item No. 9
Several refurbishment projects are currently'being completed at the Oasis Center.
Shelves and bookcases have been made for Room 3 and the storage area off Room 3.
In addition, the City carpentry shop has completed cabinets to store band instru-
ments at Oasis.
Classes and activities are running very smoothly. Newport Beach senior citizens
are offered a wide variety of activities from which to choose. In addition to
fitness, dance, and a wide range of art classes, Oasis has special functions
almost on a daily basis. These special activities include Pancake Breakfasts,
Health Lectures, Counseling Sessions, and a wide range of classes from Coastline
College. Summer classes for Coastline will start the week of June 17.
Upcoming events in June:
June 8 - Pancake Breakfast 7 - 10 A.M.
June 8 - Rummage Sale 9 A.M. n 4 P:M.
Volunteer hours for March at the Oasis Center were 1,659.
• Activities
Spring registration for recreational classes was excellent.. All, spring classes
will be completed by June 1, and registration for summer classes begins June 10.
Summer brochures were mailed out to Newport Beach residents on May 24. There is
already a big response to our summer schedules and projected programs.
The Fourth of July Committee is meeting continuously. Plans are running smoothly
and.the day promises to be fun and enjoyable.
The Corona del Mar Scenic Five K was held June 1. The race started at 7:30 A.M.
in Corona del Mar. Expected attendance was 1500 runners.
Adult and Youth Sports
Other than facility availability, the adult softball program is one of the best
yet. Currently there are 222 adult teams which are more than last year.
Classification games have ended and all teams have been put into leagues.
Spring adult basketball leagues will be completed the first week of June. The
league was very successful and registration for the summer league is still being
accepted. Revenue for the adult sports leagues was up slightly this spring.
Sailing
• Our spring sailing program was very much improved this year. Registration was
up, partly due to other cities picking up sailing slots from Newport Beach.
Several cities added registrations to Sabot and Lido 14 classes. Sailing is
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maintaining its self- supporting status although there is room for added registra-
tions. The Sea Scout Base is still very much our friend. We are permitted
Ok to run twilight sailing classes this summer which should increase our overall
attendance significantly. Contractual classes are not doing as well as expected
and require some scheduling changes this summer.
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Swimming
Swim Team registration is excellent. Spring workouts and swim meets are going
well which means that this summer is a promising one for Newport Aquatics. The
program is very much on the rise.
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