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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06.13.1994 Item #2CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH June 13, 1994 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM NO. ____?_____ BICYCLE TRAILS CITIZENS' ADVISORY COMMITTEE MINUTES OF MEETING OF MAY 2, 1994 The meeting was called to order at the Police Facility at 870 Santa Barbara Drive at 7:15 P.M. MEMBERS PRESENT: Randy Johnson, Val Skoro, Joann Lombardo, Michael Kranzley, Paul Watkins, Barbara Gaughran, Don Harvey, Ed Walsh, Fran Farrer, and Burt Field CITY COUNCILWOMAN: Evelyn Hart POLICE DEPARTMENT: Ed Walsh PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT: Steve Badum MINUTES OF APRIL 4, 1994, were amended to include Cindy Gittelman's name in "Members Present". SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS A. Seashore Drive A discussion ensued regarding the Bike Committee's special meeting on the beach at 47th Street. The purpose of this meeting was to actually be able to see how much space would be taken on the beach if a walking path and bike path were to be implemented on the oceanfront. Steve Badum brought stakes and tape and measured 23 feet, starting 15 feet from homeowners' property lines. The 15 foot distance is necessary because of the 15 foot maximum encroachment homeowners can utilize on the beach. The 23 foot combined width was established as a measurement which would incorporate the minimum dimensions for safe pathways. The remaining distance to the crest of the beach at the ocean measured was approximately 93 feet. Concern was expressed about the impact on the beach. Steve Badum mentioned that there is a Corps of Engineers project r Subject: Bicycle Trails Citizens' Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of May 2, 1994 June 13, 1994 Page 2 underway to replenish beach sand at Sunset Beach, which in theory, helps replenish our beaches. Paul Watkins mentioned that the beach which is the last area that is "pristine", is certainly preferable to a beach that is impacted by walking/biking pathways. Mike Kranzley reiterated that this is such a controversial issue, and that the Bike Committee should be concentrating on interim solutions which might contribute to a safer bike path on Seashore Dr. Possible measures which could be enacted in the near future include speed bumps, signage, red curbing, improved line of sight, and eliminating parking on the ocean side of Seashore Dr. The Bike Committee had voted to recommend short-term solutions to be incorporated in a letter to the City Council. This letter, which was attached to Agenda for the May 2 meeting, will be given to the City Council for their perusal at their May 9 meeting. The discussion continued, with Bert Field mentioning that he had seen four cars parked illegally, encroaching on the Seashore Bike path. Ed Walsh stated that Karen Weigand will be invited to attend the June meeting of the Bike Committee. Val Skoro asked if we are considering widening the existing path or moving it out onto the beach? Steve Badum said that the extension proposal and the existing sidewalk should be considered. Paul Watkins stated that he felt that the Committee was working conscientiously and that he had heard that a citizens' committee had been formed and was planning to be at the City Council meeting. He asked if Joann Lombardo knew of this committee and if she were involved. She stated that she is involved. In response to questioning from Paul Watkins, she stated that her involvement does not interfere with her chairing the Bike Committee. The private citizens' committee is pro -oceanfront bike trail and had produced a video, which they hope to show at the Council meeting. The discussion continued, with Barbara Gaughran suggesting that the Committee move forward with interim solutions. The letter to the City Council is the Bike Committee's positive action at this time. Subject: Bicycle Trails Citizens' Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of May 2, 1994 June 13, 1994 Page 3 B. City Council Evelyn Hart stated that the budget is being printed and that she would like to have a representative from the Bike Committee present at the budget meeting. The budget will be adopted the end of June for the Fiscal Year 1994-95. Mike Kranzley volunteered. Evelyn also stated that "Newporters for Safe Bike Trails" had requested to be on the agenda for the City Council meeting. Mike Kranzley stated that Mariner's Mile is less than perfect for bikes. Evelyn said that repaving was scheduled for next week and that the conditions will improve soon. C. Bike Safety Ed Walsh reported that Pacific Mutual Bank will be making grants for helmets for indigent school children. Fran Farrer and Ed will help with grant writing. D. Back Bay Drive Joann Lombardo said that the Dean of Planning at Cal Poly is interested in having a student study done on Back Bay Drive. Joann will obtain more information so that a request to pursue a study can be made to City Council. It was also mentioned that the road needs to be cleaned -up. Steve will field review and send a work order to General Services Department. E. General Plan Bike counts are taking place to be inserted in the City's Bikeways Plan to conform to SBI 095. The General Plan text must be modified to include reference to SB1095 requirements. Subject: Bicycle Trails Citizens' Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of May 2, 1994 June 13, 1994 Page 4 F. Commuter Don Harvey reported that the Santa Ana River Bike Trail detour has been compromised, but it is okay because all of the detours include bike lanes. G. Bike Event Randy Johnson stated that the date for the Annual Bike event has not been confirmed by the Dunes. There is new management and he is waiting to hear from the new manager. Items discussed: donations for food; T-shirts (Hoag will donate 300); the emphasis for everyone to wear helmets; police representative will speak; Evelyn Hart will speak; there will be a flyer in the Bike newsletter if possible; everyone on the Bike Committee will have a responsibility; and we will try to get free parking at the Dunes. IV. CONTINUED BUSINESS None V. NEW BUSINESS FOR ADDITION TO NEXT MEETING AGENDA Karen Weigand will be asked to attend to discuss parking violation enforcement on Seashore. VI. NEXT MEETING Our next meeting will be Monday June 6, 1994 at 7:00 P.M. at 870 Santa Barbara Avenue VII. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 8:45 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Barbara Gaughran Secretary