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City Council Regular Meeting
March 13, 2012 — 7:00 p.m.
I. STUDY SESSION - 4:00 mr .
II. CLOSED SESSION - 5:45 p.m
A. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION (Government
Code § 54956.9(a)): Three matters:
1. Morningside Recovery, LLC, et al u City of Newport Beach
Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30- 2011- 00505900 -CU -WM -CJC
2. City of Newport Beach v Dennis Lee Holland
Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30- 2011- 00486864 -CU -MC -CJC
3. Friends for Good Planning v City of Newport Beach (Real Parties in Interest.
Newport Beach Country Club, Inc. and International Bay Company)
Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30- 2012 - 00550274
B. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL ANTICIPATED LITIGATION -
SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE TO LITIGATION (Government Code § 54956.9(b)): 1
potential case
C. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL ANTICIPATED LITIGATION - INITIATION
OF LITIGATION (Government Code § 54956.9(c)): 2 potential cases
D. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS (Government Code § 54957.6)
Agency Designated Representatives: Dave Kiff, City Manager; Dana Smith,
Assistant City Manager; Terri Cassidy, Human Resources Director; and Richard
Kreisler, Special Counsel and Negotiator
Employee Organizations: All Labor Associations: Association of Newport Beach
Ocean Lifeguards (ANBOL); Lifeguard Management Association (LMA); Newport Beach
Fire Management Association (NBFMA); Newport Beach Firefighters' Association
(NBFA); Police Management Association (PMA); Police Employees' Association (PEA);
City Employees Association (NBCEA); Newport Beach Professional & Technical
Employees Association (NBPTEA); Newport Beach Employees League (NBEL); and
Newport Beach Part -Time Unit (UPEC, Local 777)
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III. RECESS
IV. RECONVENED AT 7:00 P.M. FOR REGULAR MEETING
V. ROLL CALL
Present: Council Member Hill, Council Member Rosansky, Mayor Pro Tem Curry, Mayor Gardner,
Council Member Selich, Council Member Henn, Council Member Daigle
VI. CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Harp reported that there was no Closed Session report.
VII. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Council Member Selich
VIII. INVOCATION - Reverend Robert Jordan Ross, Newport Universalist Society
IX. PRESENTATION
Arbor Day - Rotary Club of Newport - Balboa - Bill Hossfeld, Rotary Club of Newport - Balboa
President, reported that they have been serving the community since 1939, noted that they began the
community service program by giving seedlings to all third graders in private and public schools
located within the Newport -Mesa Unified School District in celebration of Arbor Day, thanked
Council for their support, and provided the Rotary's motto.
National Mayor's Challenge for Water Conservation - Steve Creech, President of the Wyland
Foundation, thanked Council for their participation, commended the City's efforts to promote the
environment, noted that the foundation provides incentives for residents to learn about water
conservation, provided details about the program, listed partnering agencies, announced that the
City will host a kick -off event on March 30, 2012, and encouraged residents to attend.
X. NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
XI. CITY COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS OR MATTERS WHICH COUNCIL MEMBERS WOULD
LIKE PLACED ON A FUTURE AGENDA FOR DISCUSSION. ACTION OR REPORT (NON -
DISCUSSION ITEM)
Mayor Pro Tem Curry reported that the Toshiba Tournament will be held this week in Newport Beach,
encouraged residents to attend, reported that on March 15, 2012, the Annual Orange Coast Mayor's
Breakfast will take place where he will represent the City, and commented on the Long Beach Forty - Niners'
participation in the State Tournament.
Council Member Daigle stated that the California Public Employee Retirement System Board will consider
revising their rate of return on funds resulting in unfunded liabilities for cities, reported that every City and
agency in California that contracts with PERS, expressed hope that they will "make a vote for reality ", and
announced that she attended the Little League Opening Day.
Council Member Henn announced that the Balboa Village Citizens' Advisory Panel will meet on March 20,
2012 at 4:00 p.m. in the Nautical Museum where they will discuss parking regulations and governance for
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the Village. He also announced that the Tidelands Committee will meet on March 21, 2012 at 4:00 p.m. at
the Oasis Senior Center where discussion will take place regarding the Tidelands Infrastructure Master
Plan and prioritization.
XII. CONSENT CALENDAR
A. READING OF MINUTES /ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
1. MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR MEETING OF FEBRUARY 28, 2012. [100 -2012]
Waive reading of subject minutes, approve as written and order filed.
2. READING OF ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS. Waive reading in full of all
ordinances and resolutions under consideration, and direct the City Clerk to read by title
only.
B. RESOLUTION FOR ADOPTION
3. ADOPT RESOLUTION FOR THE INSTALLATION OF A STOP SIGN ON HAZEL
DRIVE AT PROPERTY AVENUE. [100 -2012] Adopt Resolution No. 2012 -23 for the
installation of a STOP sign on Hazel Drive at Poppy Avenue.
C. CONTRACTS AND AGREEMENTS
4. PENINSULA POINT ALLEY REPLACEMENT - AWARD OF CONTRACT NO.
4627. [381100 -2012] a) Approve the project drawings and specifications; b) award
Contract No. 4627 to Hillcrest Contracting for the total bid price of $1,617,335.00, and
authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the contract; and c) establish an
amount of $242,665.00 (15 %) to cover the cost of unforeseen work and anticipated
additional curb and gutter not included in the original contract.
5. STREETLIGHT IMPROVEMENT PROJECT FOR 2011 -2012 - AWARD OF
CONTRACT NO. 4822. [381100 -2012] a) Approve the project drawings and
specifications; b) affirm the rejection of the low bid received from Pro Tech Engineering
Corporation as non - responsible through the adoption of Resolution No. 2012 -24; c) award
Contract No. 4822 to Unique Performance Construction, Inc. for the total bid price of
$273,840.00, and authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the contract; and d)
establish a contingency of $28,000.00 (approximately 10 %) to cover the cost of unforeseen
work.
6. VARIOUS STORM DRAIN IMPROVEMENT - AWARD OF CONTRACT NO. 4966.
[381100 -2012] a) Approve the project drawings and specifications; b) declare RY
Engineering Works, Inc. (RYE) as the lowest responsible bidder; c) award Contract No.
4966 to RYE for the total bid price of $186,01.2.50, and authorize the Mayor and the City
Clerk to execute the contract; and d) establish a contingency of $27,900.00
(approximately 15 %) to cover the cost of unforeseen work.
7. BULKHEAD AND SEAWALL REPAIRS - AWARD OF CONTRACT NO. 4897.
[381100 -2012] a) Approve the project drawings and specifications; b) award Contract No.
4897 to Surfside Restoration and Waterproofing, Inc. ( Surfside) for the total bid price of
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$141,300.00, and authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the contract; and c)
establish a contingency of $35,200.00 (approximately 25 %) to cover the cost of unforeseen
work and pay for additional crack repair.
D. MISCELLANEOUS
8. PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA FOR MARCH 8, 2012. [100 -2012] Receive
and file.
9. GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL STATUS REPORT INCLUDING HOUSING
ELEMENT REPORT (PA2007 -195). [100 -2012] Receive and file.
10. ORANGE COUNTY WATER AND WASTEWATER MULTI - HAZARD MITIGATION
(HAZMIT) PLAN UPDATE. [100 -2012] Staff recommends that Council approve the
draft 2012 Orange County Regional Water and Wastewater Multi- Hazard Mitigation
Plan Update, subject to incorporation of comments, if any, by the California Emergency
Management Agency (CEMA) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
upon completion of their review.
11. APPOINTMENTS TO THE AVIATION COMMITTEE. [100 -2012] Confirm Council
Member Leslie Daigle's appointment of Tom Meng as the District 4 representative to the
Aviation Committee; and b) extend the deadline to 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 22,
2012.
12. CORONA DEL MAR STATE BEACH CONCESSIONAIRE AGREEMENT (C-
5088). [381100 -2012] a) Select Rooster Cafe at CdM as the concessionaire for Corona del
Mar State Beach; and b) authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the Concession
Agreement.
Regarding Item No. 5, City Manager Kiff reported that a resolution should be adopted relative to the
rejection of a low bid received from Pro Tech Engineering Corporation.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tern Curry, seconded by Council Member Rosanskv to approve the
Consent Calendar; and noting the adoption of Resolution No. 2012 -24 relative to Item 5.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Hill, Council Member Rosansky, Mayor Pro Tern Curry; Mayor Gardner,
Council Member Selich, Council Member Henn, Council Member Daigle
XIII. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR - None
XIV. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Dan Purcell commended Council for their hail work, expressed support for the Youth Council, and
expressed concern about the lack of participation by Council liaison to the Youth Council this year,
and hoped that Council liaison will take a more active role next year.
John Carr, Southern California Representative Volunteer for In God We Trust America, reported
that their mission is to promote patriotism, addressed the formation and re- affirmation of the "In God
We Trust" motto, requested that the item to be heard at a future meeting with a subsequent approval
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by Council, and stated that this is a patriotic issue, not a religious one.
Bob Kinton invited Council to attend the annual Champion of Children event at the Whittier Law
School on March 29, 2012 at 5:30 p.m. which will be hosted by the Blue Ribbon Society, reported
that the Blue Ribbon Society is a fund - raising campaign for the Child Abuse Prevention Center of
Orange County, provided a history of the society, and encouraged Council to attend.
Jim Mosher commented on the FPPC petition joined by the Council at the previous meeting and
questioned the related contract with the law firm of Rutan and Tucker. He believed that the contract
was issued without time limit, dollar limit, or the Charter - required oversight by the City Manager or
Council.
City Attorney Harp reported that the contracts comply with the City Charter and State law, explained
that legal services are attained through a master agreement with a subsequent letter asking for the
scope of services that sets a dollar limit on services, and added that a report is provided to Council
each quarter on what is spent on each City contract.
XV. ORAL REPORTS FROM CITY COUNCIL ON COMMITTEE ACTIVITIES
Council Member Rosansky reported that he participated in Youth in Government Day.
Mayor Gardner reported that the Coastal Bay Water Quality Committee recently had a presentation
on green streets and stated that she was pleased to hear that staff is incorporating some of the plans
into City projects.
XVI. PUBLIC HEARINGS
13. ANNUAL REVIEW OF THE FLETCHER JONES MOTORCARS DEVELOPMENT
AGREEMENT (PA2009 -052) (C-3067).[38/100-2012]
Assistant Planner Nueno provided a review of the Fletcher Jones Motorcars Development
Agreement addressing length of operations, location, previous consideration by Council. She
discussed the resolution of previous complaints regarding lighting, parking, and
recommendations.
Council Member Daigle expressed her appreciation to Fletcher Jones Motorcars for being a
steady source of revenue for the City.
Mayor Gardner opened the public hearing.
Jim Mosher referenced concessions made in return for promises from Fletcher Jones to open a
Mercedes dealership. In response to his question, Assistant Planner Nueno reported
that Fletcher Jones has an encroachment permit with the City to use Bayview Way.
Hearing no further testimony, Mayor Gardner closed the public hearing.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Curry, seconded by Council Member Hill to a) find that the
applicant has demonstrated good faith compliance with the terms of the Development
Agreement; and b) receive and file the Annual Report of the Development Agreement for
Fletcher Jones Motorcars.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Hill, Council Member Rosansky, Mayor Pro Tem Curry, Mayor Gardner,
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Council Member Selich, Council Member Henn, Council Member Daigle
14. NEWPORT BEACH COUNTRY CLUB (PA2005 -140) - GOLF REALTY FUND - 1600 AND
1602 EAST COAST HIGHWAY (C- 5068). [381100 -20121
Principal Planner Campbell presented details of the report addressing previous consideration
by Council and approval of a portion of the Golf Realty Fund (GRF) application, addressed
subsequent actions including continuance from the City Council meeting of February 28,
2012, presented the proposed alternative site plan, discussed the approved vested site plan for
the Newport Beach Country Club (NBCC), Inc. and concerns regarding the approval of two
different site plans for the same piece of property, presented a proposed condition of approval
should Council choose to go forward with the alternative site plan, referenced the tennis club
and golf club site approval of the alternative site plan, and noted that the resolution would
reaffirm the tennis club site approval and approve the alternative site plan.
City Attorney Harp reported that the approved application sought vested rights and staff did
not want conflicts in the development agreement over vested rights, noted that staff has revised
the development agreement so that Golf Realty will no longer have vested rights to that portion
of the property, stated that staff recently received a CEQA lawsuit from the Friends of Good
Planning, expressed concerns that the smaller project is better for the environment and might
be an issue argued by the plaintiffs that approval of the project might be seen as approving
something that had less of an impact on the environment, noted that both projects were
analyzed through the Mitigated Negative Declaration process which determined that they were
mitigated to be below a level of significance, and recommended that Council not approve the
alternative site plan.
Robert 0. Hill, Golf Realty Fund, reported that he has worked diligently and in good faith with
staff to develop an acceptable solution, expressed support for the recommendations as set forth
in the agenda report, asked that Council approve an alternative for maximum flexibility for
IBC's future owner, referred to the CEQA lawsuit, and presented assurance that his
organization is not supportive of it.
In response to Mayor Pro Tem Curry's inquiry, Mr. Hill reiterated that he is not supportive or
in any way sponsoring the CEQA lawsuit.
Shawna Schafner, CAA Planning on behalf of Newport Beach Country Club, expressed concerns
with the alternative site plan, urged Council to deny it, noted that approval of the alternate site
plan could jeopardize the approval that the City has already issued for NBCC which would
cause confusion with the Coastal Commission, added that Golf Realty Fund's Development
Agreement has been revised to remove the golf club house, believed that the alternative site
plan does not work when compared to industry standards, discussed support for the NBCC plan
from various residents and from the Toshiba Tournament leadership, and indicated that what
has already been adopted for the golf club site provides the flexibility that the applicant is
seeking.
Mike Recupero, representing half of the ownership of GRF, agreed with City Attorney
Harp's analysis, requested that Council deny the alternative site plan, pointed out a possible
mistake in the resolution noting the entitlement went forward without the consent of his clients
who own half of the property, believed that permits could not be pulled without the owners'
consent, requested that the resolution specify that an approval of the Coastal Commission
and owners are required.
Tim Paone, GRF, explained the reason for wanting an alternative plan, asked Council to create
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greater flexibility for the next owner of IBC, stated that he disagreed with comments relative to
not being able to build for 55 years, and requested approval of the alternative plan.
Assistant City Attorney Mulvihill reported that the issue regarding who is allowed to pull
building permits is addressed by staff in the PC text and read the applicable section, stated
that Mr. Recupero would like the language included in the resolution although staff does not
think it is necessary, noted the inclusion of a definition of "property owner" identifying Nix. Hill
as the managing property owner, and addressed Mr. Recupero's request that "property owner"
be defined as all owners of the property.
Hearing no further testimony, Mayor Gardner closed the public hearing.
Council Member Henn expressed agreement with staffs views relative to having two site plans
for the same property and expressed preference of the plan that Council has already approved.
Motion by Council Member Henn, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Curry to a) Introduce
Ordinance No. 2012 -2 approving Planned Community Development Plan Amendment No.
PC2005 -002 to adopt the development standards for the development on the Tennis Club site,
and pass to second reading for adoption on March 27, 2012; b) reconfirm the January 24, 2012,
approval of Site Development Review No. SD2011 -002 by Resolution No. 2012 -10 for 1602 East
Coast Highway; and c) introduce Ordinance No. 2012 -3 approving Development Agreement No.
DA2008 -001, and pass to second reading for adoption on March 27, 2012.
Assistant City Attorney Mulvihill stated that it is clear that the current zoning code requires all
owners of the property to sign the approval application with the exception of financial
institutions holding mortgages and stated that the City's concern is ensuring that building
permits are pulled by property owners.
Council Member Selich referenced the development agreement relative to the need to remove
the reference to $10 /square foot for construction of the proposed golf club house.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Hill, Council Member Rosansky, Mayor Pro Tern Curry, Council Member
Selich, Council Member Henn, Council Member Daigle
Noes: Mayor Gardner
XVII. CURRENT BUSINESS
15. APPOINTMENTS TO FILL THE VACANCIES ON THE HARBOR COMMISSION AND
PLANNING COMMISSION. [381100 -20121
Phil Lugar spoke on behalf of Tim Brown, one of the nominees, and expressed full support for
him.
Council voted on whether the Planning Commission appointment should expire on June 30,
2012 or June 30, 2016.
Motion by Council Member Rosanskv seconded by Council Member Selich to extend
the term for the new Planning Commissioner to June 30, 2016, as permitted by City Council
Policy A -2.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
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Ayes: Council Member Hill, Council Member Rosansky, Mayor Pro Tern Curry, Mayor Gardner,
Council Member Selich, Council Member Henn, Council Member Daigle
City Council utilized paper ballots to vote for one member on the Harbor Commission and one
member for the Planning Commission.
City Clerk Brown read the following votes for the Harbor Commission:
Chandler Bell - Council Member Selich, Council Member Henn, Mayor Pro Tern Curry
Dave Girling - Council Member Hill, Council Member Rosansky, Council Member Daigle,
Mayor Gardner
City Clerk Brown announced that Dave Girling is the newest member to the Harbor
Commission for a term that expires on June 30, 2013.
City Clerk Brown read the following votes for the Planning Commission:
Tim Brown - Council Member Hill, Council Member Rosansky, Mayor Pro Tern Curry, Mayor
Gardner
Steven Coyne - Council Member Selich, Council Member Henn, Council Member Daigle
City Clerk Brown announced that Tim Brown is the newest member to the Planning
Commission for a term that expires on June 30, 2016.
16. BALBOA AND CORONA DEL MAR FIRE RINGS. [100 -20121
Recreation and Senior Services Director Detweiler provided a PowerPoint presentation noting
that staff is seeking Council's direction regarding the removal of all fire rings located on Balboa
and Corona del Mar beaches. She addressed consideration and action by the Parks, Beaches,
and Recreation Commission (PB &R), health concerns, public testimony, possible solutions
considered by PB &R, location of the fire rings, staff report documents, and recommendations
In response to Mayor Gardner's question, Recreation and Senior Services Director Detweiler
noted that studies were conducted regarding air quality issues and installation of gas fire rings.
Frank Peters provided a PowerPoint presentation addressing the experience enjoyed by users,
reported that clean wood is found to be toxic when burned, addressed the consequences of long-
term exposure, and requested that Council vote to remove the fire rings.
Ryan Kline M.D., Chief of Pulmonary Medicine at Hoag Hospital, spoke on the dangers of
smoke, expressed concerns that open -air fires are still allowed, addressed accidental burn
injuries, and offered to respond to questions to help Council reach a decision.
Charles Farrell commented on the negative impacts of smoke, soot, and smells from the fire
rings. He declared that he is a victim of slow asphyxiation, addressed changes in the law
relative to smoking in restaurants, believed that residents of the City should establish the
rules, and encouraged Council to approve the removal of fire rings.
Wes Hatsfield commented on the negative impacts of smoke, noted that burning 10 pounds of
wood produces the same amount of smoke and carcinogens as 4,300 cigarettes, calculated the
equivalency when all fire rings are used, and referenced the no- smoking ordinance.
Sandra Koop stated that the fire rings were installed for the enjoyment of residents and non-
residents, suggested a compromise by limiting the hours of operation, asked staff to find
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products that are safer to burn, and believed that the fire rings provide a great family and
community experience.
Kate Svendsen read a letter from Ms. Mellum addressing the harmful effects of wood smoke
and noted that the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) guarantees that cities will remove all
barriers that prevent access to public spaces.
Sally Sole commented on how her family has enjoyed the fire rings through the years, stated
that the ocean breeze blows away 80% of the fumes, and suggested that Council regulate the
use of the fine rings without completely removing them.
Charlotte Stephens stated that she has fond memories of great times at the beach, indicated
that she understood concerns regarding the loss of revenues, and expressed support for
completely removing the fire rings.
Sophia and Vanessa Koop commented on how they enjoy the fire rings and believed that they
should not be removed.
Marcia Young addressed the negative impacts of the fire rings to her family's health and asked
Council to consider the evidence against breathing wood smoke when making their decision.
Harold Parker stated that Council has a responsibility of removing the fire rings on behalf of
humanity and addressed the increased toxicity of wood smoke.
Karen James expressed concerns with increased risk of burns and other dangers, urged Council
to approve the removal of fire rings for the safety of the general public and beach - goers, and
reported that when Council banned smoking in beaches, it made a big difference.
Jill Berteya expressed concerns with the soot in the air, on the sand, and in the water caused by
the use of the fire rings. She believed that the health and safety of the public far outweigh the
benefits of the fire rings.
Bob Koop noted that the beach is a public place for the enjoyment of the public, stated
that there are many mites of beaches where people who don't want to be near the smoke can go,
and suggested that Council come up with a reasonable solution rather than removing the fire
rings completely.
Walter Habicourst urged Council to keep the fire rings, suggested that the City increase
penalties and fines for people who don't follow the rules, and urged Council to consider
alternative options rather than completely removing the fire rings.
Deborah Jeffs read a letter to Council noting the amount of scientific evidence against
breathing wood smoke, indicated that her mother would increasingly suffer through asthma
attacks when she visited, expressed concerns about the health of neighbors, and encouraged
Council to direct staff to remove all fire rings in the City.
Kathy Hamilton acknowledged her memories associated with the use of fire rings, referenced
the City's implementation of the AQMD's rule regarding the prevention of wood- burning
fireplaces and pits in new or remodeled homes, noted that wood smoke is the most harmful
particle because of its size, stated that people who visit or live near the beach are exposing
themselves to physical dangers, and referenced the extensive scientific evidence showing the
dangers of wood - burning smoke.
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Laura Curtis commented on using fire rings for several events and celebrations by her family
and friends, spoke in support of keeping the rings, suggested that Council assign a Park Ranger
after dusk and on weekends, indicated that a reservation system should be established,
believed that there is a need for research -based studies, and asked Council to further study the
item carefully.
Suzanne Sandmeier commented on the attraction of having a clean and clear beach, addressed
comments by a PB &R Commissioner regarding the loss of parking revenue, referenced findings
of the AQMD, and noted that smoke goes inland at night, not out into the ocean.
Nancy French agreed that smoke and soot goes inland at night, wondered who would monitor,
indicated that there are a lot of activities to be enjoyed at the beach that are not related to the
use of fire, and that there are fiscal responsibilities with potential lawsuits.
George Schroder believed that there are good arguments on both sides, commented on changing
laws, noted that people who want to use fire rings can do so at the Huntington Beach State
Beach where they are not near homes, and expressed support for removal of the fire rings.
Warren James reminded Council of their commitment to protect the City and its residents and
asked that they do so by approving the removal of the fire rings.
Michael Orfice spoke in favor of keeping the fire rings and related his experiences with them as
he grew up in the area.
Roger McEnan expressed opposition to keeping the fine rings.
Roy Englebrecht stated that health issues are the most important considerations of this item,
pointed out that many of the studies presented to the PB &R Commission dealt with burning
wood in confined spaces, noted that health issues are caused by fossil fuel emissions, suggested
that staff contact Geo -Tech regarding the availability of equipment that would monitor air
quality from wood - burning smoke, and presented various options including a reservation
system which would generate revenue for a full-time ranger and additional police monitoring.
Dr. Jack Larsen reported that burning embers have reached his yard and patio and believed
that related health issues are a major problem with fire ring use.
John Hamilton expressed support for removing the fire rings, addressed studies by various
groups, and stressed that no individual or group has the right to subject anyone to a situation
or environment that has been proven to be dangerous.
Mazy Ganiere reported that during the summer, the winds carry smoke and soot to her house
and her smoke detectors go off regularly.
Phil Lugar, Chair of the PB &R Commission, spoke in favor of removing all of the fire rings.
Mayor Gardner thanked everyone who provided comments.
In response to Council Member Henn's question, Recreation and Senior Services
Director Detweiler reported that the fire rings were installed in the 1960's.
Motion by Council Member Henn, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Curry to direct staff to
take the necessary steps to remove the sixty (60) fire rings at Big Corona and the Balboa Pier
areas.
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The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Hill, Council Member Rosansky, Mayor Pro Tem Curry, Mayor Gardner,
Council Member Selich, Council Member Henn, Council Member Daigle
XVIII. MOTION FOR RECONSIDERATION - None
XDL ADJOURNMENT - 9:20 p.m.
The agenda for the Regular Meeting was posted on March 8, 2012, at 3:40 p.m. on the City
Hall Bulletin Board located outside of the City of Newport Beach Administration Building.
The amended agenda for the Regular Meeting was posted on March 9, 2012, at 2:40 p.m. on
the City Hall Bulletin Board located outside of the City of Newport Beach Administration
Building.
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