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Home My WebLink About1981 WARMINGTON POWER BOAT RACE*NEW FILE* 1981 WARMINGTON POWER BOAT RACE Form Approved - OMB No. 04-R3034 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION DATE SUBMITTED V. S. COAST GUARD APPLICATION FOR APPROVAL OF MARINE EVENT CG-4423 Rev. H-70 INSTRUCTIONS 13. HAVE ANY OBJECTIONS BEEN RECEIVED FROM OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES} tt--�� I_I NO Q YES (Explain) 3. Submit this Corm in Triplicate. Please complete art a typewriter or print in black ink (to permit reproduction). 2. This application must reach the District Office at least 30 days prior to the event. 14. VESSELS PROVIDED BY SPONSORING ORGANIZATION FOR SAFETY PURPOSES 3. Attach a section of a chart or a scale drawing showing boundaries and/or courses (number and doecdpdon) and markers contemplated. 4. Submit a copy of your entry requirements, and any special rules pertaining to equipment, rigs or procedures. 1. NAME OF EVENT 2. DATE OF EVENT r3. DOES THE SPONSORING ORGANIZATION DEEM THEIR PATROL ADEQUATE FOR SAFETY PURPOSES! r_I L_YES CD NO (Explain) i 3. LOCATION 4. TIME (from, 10) a. NAME AND ADDRESS OF SPONSORING ORGANIZATION (Include Zip Code) 1e..15 A COAST GUARD OR COAST GUARD AUXILIARY PATROL REQUESTED FOR CON- TROL OF SPECTATOR AND/OR COMMERCIAL TRAFFIC? CD NO ED YES (If YES, how many voseele do you recommend, and why?) e. NO. PARTICIPANTS SIZES OF BOATS 17. PERSON IN CHARGE 10. WHERE WILL -PERSON IN CHARGE' 7 BE DURING THE EVENTT a. TYPES OF BOATS e. NO. SPECTATOR le. HOW CAN "PERSON IN CHARGE" BE CONTACTED DURING THE EVENT? CRAFT 20. PERSON TO BE CONTACTED FOR FURTHER DETAILS (Name, address, Zip code) 10. DESCRIPTION OF EVENT AREA CODE 0 TELEPHONE NO. _III rho undersigned has full out Ority to represent the sponsoring Organization 21. SIGNATURE 22. TITLE It. WILL THIS EVENT INTERFERE OR IMPEDE THE NATURAL FLOW OF TRAFFIC? 23, AOORE35(Include Zip Code) Q NO ED YES (Expfotn) AREA CODE a TELEPHONE NO. -� 12. WHAT EXTRA OR UNUSUAL HAZARD (to PartlCipanta Or non•parlicipanta) WILL BE 24. TO: Commander(o INTRODUCED INTO THE REGATTA AREA? Commander (bb) 11t1i Coast Guard Districtoast Guard District U': i•:n Eau:; ^.:1I lding PREVIOUS EDITIONS ARE OBSOLETE • GPO 956-074 Ci License Division 3300 Newport Blvd. 640-2131 ( ) STREET CLOSURE MUST SPONSORING ORGANIZATION: PROMOTORS, COMPANIES, CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH FINANCE DEPARTMENT APPLICATION FOR PERMIT ( SPECIAL EVENT NOT R ORGANIZATIONS INVOLVED: Event Number e)O -34q II R" ( ) MOTION PICTURE oS Gy�F'/i'NY Tn✓� G' D ADDRESS: _ j�l�//✓c { �� - �1��PN��o-rit>r CITY: DESCRIBE NATURE OF INVOLVEMENT: PERSON IN CHARGE OF EVENT: _AA1--_ PHONE: ADDRESS: ITY:• 14 J. � EXACT OF EVENT: DATE(S)•TO BE HELD: ^/-'��l�L ��, /9�'j TOTAL DAYS: % TIME OF ACTIVITIES -EACH DAY DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF EVENTi�� 'S - ESTIMATED ATTENDANCE: /rrn x,iJ Ile /�/II+'66CRIBE PARKING ARRANGEMENTS: DONATIONS OR ADMISSION FEES: (. ) YES ( PI-f 'NO IF YES, EXPLAIN IN DETAIL: SOUND AMPLIFYING EQUIPMENT TO BE USED:, ( ) YES ( )-�N10 ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES TO BE SERVED OR SOLD: ( ) YES ( `/) NO C:I City of Newport Beach Application for Permit Paqe Z Event Number _ ANY COMMERCIAL ASPECTS (SALES, RIDES, GAMES, ETC.): ( ) YES ( NO IF YES, EXPLAIN: -DESCRIBE ANY IN THE WATER OR.BEACH-ACTIVITIES MID, MARINE EQUIPMENT TO BE USED 8 DESCRIBE ALL LARGE VEHICLES OR EQUIPMENT THAT WILL BE PRESENT: DESCRIBE'IN DETAIL ANY SECURITY ARRANGEMENTS: ARE TENTS, BOOTHS, BLEACHERS, OR OTHER STRUCTURES TO BE ERECTED: ( ) YES IF YES, DESCRIBE IN DETAIL AND SUBMIT WITH FOUR PLOT PLANS -STREETS, ALLEYS,•OR-SIDEWALKS TO BE CLOSED; BLOCKED, -OR ENCROACHED UPON: IF YES, INCLUDE A OETAILED DIAGRAM AND STREET CLOSURE PETITION. ( 1--�NO YES • ( )..NO LIABILITY INSURANCE: ( ) YES ( ) NO IF YES, LIST AMOUNT AND INSURANCE COMPANY: Ci/1�i%/GcI /1� �l � .d.� �Y.n r�✓'� • l�/i� / .Ct.�?7�a/��' d � �.C-%/�✓t?�//N� I HEREBY CERTIFY THE FOREGOING' STATEMENTS ARE TRUE AND CORRECT AND THE PERMITTEE GUARANTEES TO INDEMNIFY AND HOLD THE CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH HARMLESS AGAINST ANY CLAIMS, LIABILITY, OR JUDGEMENTS FOR DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE PERMITTEE'S ACTIVITIES. DATE f'� . ! 0 Pli U It`ll Q PACIFIC OFFSHORE POWER BOAT RACING ASSOCIATION ■ a o ■ u to 15917 STRATHERN STREET, VAN NUYS, CALIFORNIA 91406 • (213) 787-7890 1 , 1 BOB NORDSKOG President BOB LESLIE Vice President - Racing UTA FERGUSON Vice President - Social JEANIE FODOR Vice President- Membership WADE WORLEY Vice President - Public Relations NOEL YOUNGER Secretary(rreasurer BOB NORDSKOG Offshore Representative BETTY COOK Offshore Rep., Alternate BOB BROWN Performance Representative CHIP SAALE Performance Rep., Alternate NOEL YOUNGER Referee January 15, 1981 Mr. Fred Talari,co Environmental Coordinator Planning Department City of Newport Beach 3300 Newport Boulevard Newport Beach, CA 92663 Dear Nor. Talarico: It is with a great deal of regret that T must inform you P.O.P.B.R.A. will be unable to conduct a race in the Newport Harbor this spring. Due to scheduling problems between the American Power Boat Association, the Sponsor, and the City, we have been unable to fit the pieces into the puzzle and therefore are unable to proceed with our plans. Z take this oppomtuni,ty to thank you for your help and support during these past months. Perhaps we will have the opportunity to work together again. Sincerely, o' Aga /4 Robes eert_R. Leslie ADVISORY BOARD MEMBERS: Vice president, Racing MOLLY BALLOU Scorer & Registrar KEN BALLOU Inspector MARTIN LAROCOUE Communications ELMORE NELSON Starter JEANIE FODOR Timer cc: Mr. David Larson License Supervisor City of Newport Beach RECEIVF0 PI=«- • .r r aY r '", - 11gaVPOfi; i',"';�1� CALIF. December 16, 1980 Mr. Fred Talarico, Environmental Coordinator City of Newport Beach 3300 Newport Blvd. Newport Beach, California 42663 Dear Mr. Talarico, I have been informed that a tentative agreement with the Pacific Offshore Power Boat Racing Association and your office has been made concerning a scheduling date of May 2, 1981 for next years offshore race. As official spokesperson for the American Cetacean Society, Orange County Chapter I have been asked to respond to this latest proposal in regards to the scheduling of a race date. We feel that this year only a date of May 2, 1981 would be acceptable to the society and would significantly reduce the opportunity for Gray Whale/Raceboat collisions during the northward migration of the gray whales. In the future however the society believes that scheduling the race even later in the year (July through October) would be more appropriate. This is due to two reasons. First, the gray whale population is expanding and due to that increase the migration past Newport will gradually become longer in the future. Secondly, gray whales are beginning to show -up off of our coast,slightly earlier than in the past,heading south. The annual migration is thus beginning earlier and ending later each year. We believe that in the future a July to October date for the race would lessen the chances of impacts on migrating gray whales. Again it is agreeable with the society for the race to be held in 1981 only on May 2. Sincerely, �_ oZ xuxa Dennis L. Kelly, Prof. Marine Biology American Cetacean Society Orange County Chapter P.O. Box 18763 Irvine, Calif. 92713 (714) 556-5847 WESTEC Services, Inc. 118 Brookhollow Drive Santa Ana, CA 92705 (714) 556-9350 RUN Mr. Fred Talarico Environmental Coordinator City of Newport Beach Newport Beach, California 92663 1826-TCR510.02 November 11, 1980 Re: Proposal for EIR on Offshore Powerboat Event Dear Fred: Our tentative cost proposal for preparation of an EIR on the subject boating event includes a not -to -exceed fee of $20,000 for preparation of the Draft EIR and includes preparation of the Final EIR on a time and materials basis. The fee for the Draft EIR includes the following: 1. Assessment of environmental impacts of the project with emphasis on impact on migrating gray whales, impact on sanitation facilities, impact on traffic generation, impact on pleasure boating and shipping, impact of spectators and impact on security services. 2. Consultation and coordination with responsible agencies including the U.S. Coast Guard and all other jurisdictions involved. 3. Publication of all notices required by CEQA including the NOP, NOC, and consultation with the public. 4. Printing and distribution of the Draft EIR. 5. Attendance at required public hearings. The Final EIR will be done on a time and materials basis and will include a response to all comments made on the Draft EIR, publication of the responses, and attendance at hearings. For estimating purposes, the Final EIR preparation generally costs about 20 percent of the Draft EIR cost. Please keep in mind that the above costs are tentative and may be adjusted up or down as a result of changes in the project EIR scope. Additional details concerning proposed costs will be provided at your request. Very truly yours, Thomas C. Ryan Manager, Environmental Studies TCR:pc WESTEC Services, Inc. 118 Brookhollow Drive Santa Ana, CA 92705 (714) 556.9350 1826-TCR510.02 November 11, 1980 Mr. Fred Talaricb Environmental Coordinator City of Newport Beach Newport Beach, California 92663 Re: Proposal for EIR on Offshore Powerboat Event Dear Fred: Our tentative cost proposal for preparation of an EIR on the subject boating event includes a not -to -exceed fee of $20,000 for preparation of the Draft EIR and includes preparation of the Final EIR on a time and materials basis. The fee for the Draft EIR includes the following: 1. Assessment of environmental impacts of the project with emphasis on impact on migrating gray whales, impact on sanitation facilities, impact on traffic generation, impact on pleasure boating and shipping, impact of spectators and impact on security services. 2. Consultation and coordination with responsible agencies including the U.S. Coast Guard and all other jurisdictions involved. 3. Publication of all notices required by CEQA including the NOP, NOC, and consultation with the public. 4. Printing and distribution of the Draft EIR. 5. Attendance at required public hearings. The Final EIR will be done on a time and materials basis and will include a response to all comments made on the Draft EIR, publication of the responses, and attendance at hearings. For estimating purposes, the Final EIR preparation generally costs about 20 percent of the Draft EIR cost. Please keep in mind that the above costs are tentative and may be adjusted up or down as a result of changes in the project EIR scope. Additional details concerning proposed costs will be provided at your request. Very truly yours, D(f -VV - Thomas C. Ryan Manager, Environmental Studies TCR:pc ! r November 10, 1980 N0V241990*p U Y P, Fred Talarico, Environmental Coordinator ✓ NEWPOry City of Newport Beach �� C,SLi, 3300 Newport Blvd. Newport Beach, California 42663 N Dear Mr. Talarico, The American Cetacean Society, Orange County Chapter (ACS/OC) has been informed that the Pacific Offshore Power Boat Racing Association (POPBRA) has requested a race permit from the city for April 24, 1981. The chapter has appointed me the chairperson of an ad -hoc committee creategto .present the chapter's position and concerns regarding potential power boat race/ gray whale migration conflicts. The chapter believes that it would be unsafe, unwise, and possibly be a violation of certain federal and state laws protecting marine mammals to allow a race like this to take place during any part of the annual migration. We have been conducting whalewatch trips and coastal dolphin surveys along the Orange County Coast now for two years. We believe that the migration of gray whales off our coast now extends from late November of each year until the first two weeks of May the following year. We also believe that the length of the migration is increasing and will continue to increase each year as a result of the growth of the gray whale population. We would be happy to share our data and observations with any interested party. We have tried, unsuccessfully, to convince the representatives of POPBRA that holding the race during the migration is unsafe since 1979. Twice in the past year (March 7 & 18, 1980) we have submitted letters to the Mayor and City Council of the City of Newport expressing our concerns regarding power boat race/gray whale conflicts. These letters are on record at city hall. We believe that if POPBRA proposes a race date that falls at any time within the annual gray whale migration the city should demand that an environmental impact statement be prepared. This statement should address all potential_envi=nmental impacts -.that might result ,From such a race, including impacts to resident and migratory marine mammal populations. We will be happy to assist the city in any way possible in regards to this problem. Please contact me by phone or at the address below if you have any questions. Sincerely Dennis L. Kelly, Prof! Marine Biology American Cetacean Society Orange County Chapter P.O. Box 18763 Irvine, Calif. 92713 (714) 556-5847 � SEW �R> • • p n Department of Community Development DATE: October 29, 1980 TO: Jim Hewicker FROM: Fred Talarico SUBJECT: Special Event Permit for 1981 Warmington Power Boat Race. On the 7th of August 1980 the Pacific Offshore Power Boat Racing Association applied for a Special Event Permit for. the 1981 Warm- ington Power Boat Race. The applicant wishes to hold the race on 25th of April, 1981; this is also the date of the Ensenada Race. In our opinion an Environmental Document is required for this event. Up to this time, no meetings with the applicant have been possible. However, a meeting has been scheduled for the 30th of October, 1980, at 11:00 a.m. Staff from the City Attorney's office and License Division will be present at this meeting. It is presently my opinion that if a full EIR/EIS were to be required for this project that unless we begin processing the project within the next two weeks we could not possibly meet the race date. PLANNING DEPARTMENT JAMES D. HEWICKER, DIRECTOR BY Fre 4Tarico Z�� Environmental Coordinator FT/tk IM APPENDIX H Date Filed Environmental Information Form (To be completed by.applicant) GENERAL aNFORMATION i. Name and address of developer or project sponsor: 2. Address of project: Assessor's Block and Lot Number 3. Name, address, and telephone number of person to be contacted concerning'this project: 4. Indicate number of the permit application for the project to which this form pertains: 5. List and de5cribe any other related permits and other public approvrandl this federaproject, agencieRIncluding those required by city, regional, state G9 7 Existing zoning district: Proposed use of .site (Project for which this form is filed): n PROJECT DESCRIPTION 8. Site size. 9. Square footage. 10. t;vnber of floors of construction. 11. ;,•yunt of off-street parking provided. 1P. At-tach plans. 15. Proposed scheduling. 111. Associated projects. 15. Anticipated incremental development. u2 16. If residential, include the number•or units, schedule of unit sizes, range of sale prices or rents, and type of household size expected. 17. If commercial, indicate the type, whether neighborhood, pity or rationally oriented, square footage of sales area, and loading facilities. 18. If industrial, indicate type, estimated employment per shift, and loading facilities. 19. If inatitutional, indicate the major function, estimated employment per shift, estimated occupancy; loading facilities, and community benefits to be derived from the project. 20. If the project involves a variance, conditional use or rezoning application, state this and indicate clearly why the application is required. Are the following items applicable to the project or its effects? Discuss below all items checked yes (attach additional sheets as necessary). YES 11 - 21, Change in existing features of any bays, tidelands, beaches, lakes or hills, or substantial alteration of ground contours. 22, Change in scenic views or vistas from existing residential areas or public lands or roads. 23. Change in pattern; scale or character of general area of project. 24. Significant amounts of solid waste or litter. 25. Change in dust, ash, smoke, fumes or odors in vicinity. 26. Change in ocean, bay, lake, stream or ground water quality or quantity, or alteration of existing drainage patterns. 27. Substantial change in existing noise or vibration levels In the vicinity. 28. Site on filled land or on slope or 10 percent or more. 29. Use of disposal of potentially hazardous materials, such as toxic substances, flammables or explosives. 113 Yt_ .; NO 30. Substantial change.in demand for municipal services _ (police, fire, water, sewage, etc.). 31. Substantially increase fossil fuel consumption -- (electricity, oil, natural gas, etc.). 32. Relationship to a larger project or series of "— projects. ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING 33. Describe the project site as it exists before theppr6ject, including information on topography, soil stability, plants animals, and any cultural, historical or scenic aspects. Describe any te, and Attachiphotographs.ofethensite. the 81Snapshots horupolaroid se of et� photos will be accepted. 34. Describe the surrounding properties, including information on plants and animals and any cultural, historical or scenic aspects. Indicate the type of land use (residential, commercial, ets.), intensity of land use (one -family, apartment houses, shops, department stores, etc.), and scale of development (height, frontage, rear oetc.). Attach eheeof the viciniy. Snapshotsorplaroidphotoswill baccptd. CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that the statements furnished a11U —ins presei.t he the and best f or best or my ion ability, and correctetoathe,best oremysknowledgeoandtbelie�esented Date gna ure For APPENDIX I ENVIRONMENTAL CNECYLIST FORM Environmental Checklist Form (To Be Completed By Lead Agency) 1. Background 1. Name of Proponent 2. Address and Phone lumber of Proponent 3. Date of Checklist Submission 4. Agency Requiring Checklist S. )tame of Proposal, if applicable II. Environmental Impacts (Explanations of all "yes" and "maybe" answers are required on attached aheets.) 1. Earth. Will' the proposal result in: a. Unstable earth conditions or in changes in geologic substructures? b. Disruptions, displacements, com- paction or overcovering of the soil? c. Change in topography or ground surface relief features? d. The destruction, covering or modi- fication of any unique geologic or physical features? e. Any increase in wind or water erosion of soils, either on or off the site? f. Changes in deposition or erosion of beach sands, or changes in siltation, deposition or erosion which may modify the channel of a river of stream or the bed of the ocean or any bay, inlet or lake? 73 YES MAYBE RD v ..V • YES MAYBE NO },• Expo, -tire of people or properly to geological hazards such as earth- ' quakps, landslides, mudslides, ground fai ltarv, or ❑imilar hazards? 2. Air,. Will the proposal result in: a. Substantial air emissions or deteri- oration of ambient air quality? b. 'The creation of objectionable odors? c. Alteration'o£ air movement, moisture or temperature, or any change in climate, either locally'or regionally? 7. Water. Will the 'proposal result in: a. Changes in currents, or the course or direction of water movements, in either marine or fresh waters? b. 'Changes in absorption rates,, drainage patterns, or the rate and amount of l/ surface runoff? c. Alterations to the course of flow of flood waters? d. Change in the amount of surface water t/ in any water body? e. Discharge into surface waters or in any alteration of surface water quality, including but not limited to temperature, dissolved oxygen or turbidity? f. Alteration of the direction or rate of flow of ground waters? _ g. Change in the quantity of ground waters, either through direct addi- tions or withdrawals, or through interception of an aquifer by cuts or excavations? .� h. Substantial reduction in the amount / of water otherwise available for public water supplies? i. Exposure of people or property to " water related hazards such as flooding or tidal waves? _ 74 • PPE-2A:22 YES MYEE ND I i 4. Plant Life. Will the proposal result in: a. Change in the diversity of species, or number of any species of plants (including trees, shrubs, great, V. crops, and aquatic plants)? b. Reduction of the numbers of any unique, rare or endangered species of plants? ;---- c. Introduction of new species of plants into an area, or in a barrier to the normal replenishment of c/ existing species? —r I d. Reduction is acreage of any iagricultural crop? -- 1 5. Animal Life. Will the proposal result in: a. Change in the diversity of species, or numbers of any species of animals (birds, land animal■ including kaptilee, fish and shellfish, benthic organisms, or insects)? --- b. Reduction of the numbers of any unique, rare or endangered species of animals? c. Introduction of new species of sni- mals into an area, or result in a barrier to the migration or movement of animals? --- d. Deterioration to existing fish or wildlife habitat? 6. Noise. Will the proposal result in: a. Increases in existing noise levels? _ b. Fxposure of people to severe noise levels? -- 7, Light and Glare. Wi11 the proposal produce V nea light or glare? --- 8. Land Use. Will the proposal result in a ` substantial alteration of the present or v planned land use of an area? 75 I � I I 4 . YFS MAYRF M0 9. Natural Resources. Will the proposal result in: a. Increase in the rate of use of any natural resources? _ b. Substantial depletion of any non— % renewable natural resource? 10. Risk of Upset. Does the proposal involve a risk of an explosion or the release of hazardous substances (including, but not limited to, oil, pesticides, chemicals or radiation) in the event of an accident or / upset conditions? 1/ 11. Population. Will the proposal alter the location, distribution, density, or growth rate of the human population of an area? ` 12. Rousing. Will the proposal affect existing housing, or create a demand for additional housing? _ 13. Transptio/Cirulation. Will the. prop; eul a. Ceneration of substantial additional vehicular movement? b. Ef`_ects on existing parking facilities, or demand for new parking? c. Substantial impact upon existing transportation systems? _ d. Alterations to present patterns of ✓ circulation or movement of people and/or goods? _ e. Plterations to waterborne, rail -or j air traffic? V f. Increase in traffic hazardous to / rotor vehicles, bicyclists or l/ ➢=destrians? 14. Public Snrviccs. Will the proposal have an eff.�"cr upon, result in a need for new or al::?red Rovernmen'tal services in any of the folicw;ng seas: -- -- 76 rrr-?n:?a h YES a. Fire protection? b. Police protection? c, Schools? d. parks or other recreational facilities? e. Maintenance of public facilities, including roads? f. Other governmental services? is. Energy Will the proposal result in: a. Use of substantial amounts of fuel or energy? b. substantial increase in demand upon existing sources of energy, or require the development of new sources of energy? 16, Utilities. Will the proposal result in a need for new systems, or substantial alterations to the following utilities: a. Power or natural gas? b. Communications systems? c. Water? d, sewer or septic tanks? e. Storm water drainage? f. Solid waste and disposal? 11. Humsn Health. Will the proposal result in: a. Creation of any health hazard or potential health hazard (excluding mental health)? - b. Exposure of people to potential health hazards? 18. Aesthetics. Will the proposal result in the obstruction of any scenic vista or view open to the public, or will the proposal result in the creation of an aesthetically offensive site open to public view? t , KAYCE NO L" r./ V L'' t,s 77 1 I y YES MAYBE NO t ^ ( 19. Recreation. Will the proposal result in an impact upon the quality or quantity of existin.a recreational opportunities? 20. Archeological/Historical. Will thr proposal result in an alteration of a significant archeological or historical site, structure, object or building? _ 21. Mandatory Findings of Significance. a. Does the.project have the potential to degrade the quality of the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife population to drop below sel'f—sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate a,plant or animal'community, reduce the number or restrict the range of a rare or endangered plant or animal or eliminate important examples of the major periods of California history or prehistory? i ( b. Does the project have the potential to .. achieve short—term, to the disadvantage ' of long—term, environmental goals? (A short—term impact on the environment is one which occurs in a relatively brief definitive period of time while long— term impacts will endure well into the future.) C. Does the project have impacts which are individually limited, but cumu— latively considerable? (A project may impact ontwo or more separate resources where the impact on each resource is relatively small, but where the effect of the total of those impacts on the environment is significant.) _ d. Does the project have environmental effects which will cause substantial iadverse effects on hum. -in beings, either directly or indirectly? _ III. Discussion of Fnvironmental Evaluation TV. I)etermination (To he completed by the Lead Agency) 78 1] • • pPt-'LA:'Lb I E On -the basis of this initial evaluation: I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the environment, and a NECATIVR DECLARATION will be prepared. M I find that although the proposed project could Have a significant effect on the environment, there will not be a siXnificant�effect in this case because the mitigation measures described on an attached sheet have bean added to the project. A NECATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared. 0 I find the proposed project MAY have a significant effect' on the environment, and an RNVIRONNENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required. Date II (Note: This is only a suggested form. their own format for initial studies.) 79 g gmature ' for Public agencies are free to devise -I October 24, 1980 1_' OCr271980� aas pacific Mr. Fred Talarico, Environmental Coordina o'r� \� Planning Department, City of Newport Beach City Hall - 3300 Newport Boulevard offshore Newport Beach, California 92663 Dear Mr. Talarico: Pursuant to our telephone conversation of October 22nd and your letter of October 23rd, find enclosed our power completed and signed Appendix H - Environmental Infor- mation Form. I have also taken the liberty of completing the Appendix I - Environmental Checklist Form, as I understand it boat applies to our marine event. Upon review of the completed forms, I am sure you will agree, our event does not adversely effect the environ- ment. However, should you have any questions, please let me hear from you. racing Pursuant to our telephone conversation of October 24th, I look forward to meeting with you at 11:00 A.M., Thursday, October 30th, 1980, in your office. Sincerely, aSSOC PRESIDENT JEFF BROWN Robert R. Leslie VICE-PRESIDENT Vice President, Racing RACING CHIP SMLE SOCIAL VICE encls: Appendix H - completed and signed PRESIDENT Appendix I - completed O UTA FERGUSON SECRETARY TREASURER cc: Mr. Roger D. Darnell, Vice President and General BOB LESLIE Manager, Robert P. Warmington Company OFFSHORE REPRESENTATIVE Mr. Robert A. Nordskog, President, POPBRA TY OK OPRODUCTIN REPRESENTATIVE CARTER DEANE CARL KOSTER O MEMBERSHIP VICE-PRESIDENT JEANIE FODOR PUBLIC RELATIONS VICE-PRESIDENT JIM BENNETT JEFF BROWN • 2036 STANLEY AVE. • SIGNAL HILL, CA 90806 • (213) 679.8161 APPENDIX If Date Filed Environmental Information Form (To be completed by applicant) GENERAL INFORMATION 1. Name and address of developer or project sponsor: Pacific Offshore Power Boat Raciniz.Association _ .i.•ta" A."" Tray, aaua., .a a w�, .u♦ - - - 2. Address of project: Assessor's Block and Lot um 3. Name, address, and telephone number of person concerning this project: Robert R _Leslaey Vice POPBRA above address C213)— 977 OU-3 to be contacted PX.Psident, Racing — — 4. Indicate number of the permit application for the project to which this form pertains: N.A. 5. List aRT-alescribe any other related permits and other public approvals required for this project, including those required by city, regional, state and federal agencies: _C'_iTygnt Permit Coast Guard Marine FVeDt permit 6. Existing zoning district: N.A. 7. Proposed use of site (Project for which this form is filed): Conduct of an Of hor. Prunmhoat Race. _ .._.__ _ PROJECT DESCRIPTION 8. Site size. N.A. 9. Sclaare footage. N.A. 10. ':,niber of floors of construction. N.A. ' �lnt of ofl'-street parking provided. N.A. 1,1. Ai.tac•h plans. N.A. li. Proposed scheduling. N.A. 111. Assoctated projects. N.A. r'0*L IC Ir,. Anticipated Incremental development. N..A. 2,71980`� �r 2 H2 16. If residential, include the number of units, schedule of unit sizes, range of sale prices or rents, and type of household size expected. N.A. ` 17. If commercial, indicate the type, whether neighborhood, city or regionally oriented, square footage of sales area, and loading facilities. N.A. 18. If industrial, indicate type, estimated employment'per shift, and loading facilities. N.A. 19. If institutional, indicate the major function, estimated employment per shift, estimated occupancy, loading facilities, and community benefits to be derived from the project. N.A. 20. If the project involves a variance, conditional use or rezoning application, state this and indicate clearly why the application is required. N.A. Are the following items applicable to the project or its effects? Discues below all items checked yes (attach additional sheets as necessary). YES NO X 21. Change in existing features of any bays, tidelands, beaches, lakes or hills, or substantial alteration of ground contours. 22. Change in scenic views or vistas from existing residential areas or public lands or roads. X 23. Change in pattern; scale or character of general area of project. X 24. Significant amounts of solid waste or litter. X 25. Change in dust, ash, smoke, fumes or odors in vicinity. X_ 26. Change in ocean, bay, lake, stream or ground water quality or quantity, or alteration of existing drainage patterns. _Xk. 27. Substantial change in existing noise or vibration levels in the vicinity. ?8. Site on filled land or, on slope of 10 percent or more. X_ 29. Use of disposal of potentially hazardous materials, such as toxic substances, flammables or explosives. E Yl ;' NO ii 3 30. Substantial change in demand i'or municipal services (.police, fire, water, sewage, etc.). X31. Substantially increase fossil fuel consumption .-_ (electricity, oil, natural gas, etc.). X 32. Relationship to a larger project or series of projects. ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING 33. Describe the project site as it exists before the project, including information on topography, soil stability, plants and animals, and any cultural, historical or scenic aspects. Describe any existing structures on the site, and the use of the•structures. Attach photographs of the site. Snapshots or polaroid photos will be accepted. N.A. 34. Describe the surrounding properties, including information on plants and animals and any cultural, historical or scenic aspects. Indicate the type of land use (residential, commercial, ets.), intensity of land use (one -family, apartment houses, shops, department stores, etc.), and scale of development (height, frontage, set -back, rear yard, etc.). Attach photographs of the vicinity. Snapshots or polaroid photos will be accepted. N.A. CERTIFICATION: I hereby certify that the statements furnished above i in the attached exhibits present the data and infor- mation required for this initial evaluation to the best of my ability, and that the facts, statements, and information presented are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief•. Date October 24, 1980 7 a ,,,.�+—►._� ,,,_ ---- gna ure Robert R. Leslie, Vice President, Racing For pacific.Offshore Powgr_B9at Racing Assoc. * - 27 There will be some additional noise when all boats leave the dock area for the starting line at -the same time. will be present for approximately five minutes. Noise is not substantial. * - 30 City desires some extra police patrol for traffic control at•the launching site. This extra potection is paid for by the appli- cant for permit. Demand is not substantial. . a 3I v� ( APPENDIX I FNVIRONMENTAL CHECVLIST FORM Environmental Checklist Form (To Be Completed By Lead Agency) 1. Background 1. Name of Proponent Pacific Offshore Power Boa Racing Assoc 2. Address and Phone Number of Proponent Robert R. Leslie, V.P., Pcc 3. Date of Checklist Submission 4. Agency Requiring Checklist 5. Name of Proposal, if applicable II. Environmental Impacts (Explanations of all "yes" and "maybe" answers are required on attached sheets.) 1. Earth. Will the proposal result in: a. Unstable earth conditions or in changes in geologic substructures? b. Disruptions, displacements, com— paction or overcovering of the soil"! c. Change in topography or ground surface relief features? d. The destruction, covering or modi— fication of any unique geologic or physical fea'tures? e. Any increase in wind or water erosion of soils, either on or off the site? f. Changes in deposition or erosion of beach sands, or changes in siltation, deposition or erosion which may modify . the channel of a river or stream or 'the bed of the ocean or any bay, inlet or lake? 73 YES MAYBE ND X M Xr X X I j YES MYBE NO 5 g. Expo•.utr of people or prop'•ity to geological hazards such as earth- ' qunki-;, tnnd•, l idos, mudslides, grq❑n,I fntlnt o, of %imiIar hazard.;? - -• -_--.- --- - 2. Air. Will the proposal result in: a. Substantial air emissions or tteteri- oration of ambient air quality? X b. The creation of objectionable odors? X c. Alteration of air movement, moisture or temperature, or any change in climate, either locally or regionally? X 3. Water. Will the'proposal result in: a. Changes in currents, or the course or direction of water movements, in either marine or fresh waters? X b. Changes in absorption rates., drainage patterns, or the rate and amount of surface runoff? X c. Alterations to the course of flow of flood waters? _X d. Change in the amount of surface water in any water body? y_ e. Discharge into surface waters or in any alteration of surface water quality, including but not limited to temperature, dissolved oxygen or turbidity? X f. Alteration of the direction or rate of flow of ground waters? X g. Change in the quantity of -ground waters, either through direct addi- tions or withdrawals, or through interception of an aquifer by cut% or excavations? h. Substantial reduction in the amount of water otherwise available for public water supplies? i. Exposure of people or property to water related hazards such as flooding or tidal waves? 74 i • ' ' • PPE:-2A:22 • I I i i 1 YES MAYBE M() 4. Plant Life. Will the proposal result in: a. Change in the diversity of species, or number of any species of plants (including trees, shrubs, grass, crops, and aquatic plants)? X — b. Reduction of the numbers of any unique, rare or endangered species of plants? - c. Introduction of new species of plants into an area, or in a barrier to the normal replenishment of existing species? X — d. Reduction in acreage of any agricultural crop? -X- 5. Animal Life. Will the proposal result in: a. Change in the diversity of species, or numbers of any species of animals (birds, land animals including reptiles, fish and shellfish, benthic organisms, or insects)? X — b. Reduction of the numbers of any unique, rare or endangered species of animals? X _ c. Introduction of new species of ani- mals into an area, or result in a barrier to the migration or movement of animals? -X_ d. Deterioration to existing fish or X wildlife habitat? 6. Noise. Will the proposal result in: a. Increases in existing noise levels? b. Exposure of people to severe noise levels? -�-- 7. Light and Clare. Will the proposal produce new light or Flare: -- -X— 8. Land Use. Will the proposal result in a substantial alteration of the present or planned land use of an area? X 75 9. Natural Rcsourco•;. 41iII the proposal result in: a. Increase in the rate of use of :any natural resources? X b.. Snbstantial depletion of any non— renpwable natural resource? X 10. Risk of Upset. Does the proposal involve a risk of an explosion or the release of hazardous substances (including, but not limited to, oil, pesticides, chemicals or radiation) in the event of an accident or upset conditions? X 11. Population. Will the proposal alter the location, distribution, density, or growth rate of the human population of an area? X 12. Housing. Will the proposal affect existing housing, or create a demand for additional housing? 13. Transportation/Circulation. Will the proposal result in: a. Ceneration of substantial additional vehicular movement? X b. Ef`ects on existing parking facilities, or demand for new parking?_X C. Substantial impact upon existing transportation systems? X d. Alterations to present patterns of circulation or movement of people and/or goods? X e. Plterations to waterborne, rail or air traffic? X f. Increase in traffic hazardous to notor vehicles, bicyclists or o-destrinns? 14. Public Svrviceq. Will the proposal have an effccr apon, or result in a neFd for new or alr.=red F•overnm^_ntal services in any of the 76 ?A:24 t i a. Fire protection? b. Police protection? c. Schools? d. Parks or other recreational facilities? e. Maintenance of public facilities, including roads? f. Other governmental services? _ 15. Energy Will the proposal result in: a. Use of substantial amounts of fuel or energy? b. Substantial increase in demand upon existing sources of energy, or require the development of new sources of energy? 16. Utilities. Will the proposal result in a need for new systems, or substantial alterations to the following utilities: a. Power or natural gas? b. Communications systems? c. Water? d. Sewer or septic tanks? e. Storm water drainage? f. Solid waste and disposal? 17. Human Health. Will the proposal result in: a. Creation of any health hazard or' potential health hazard (excluding mental health)? b. Exposure of people to potential health hazards? 18. Aesthetics. Will the proposal result in the obstruction of any scenic vista or view open to the public, or will the proposal result in the creation of an aesthetically offensive site open to public view? YES MAM. NO X X X_ X PIKO X r4 X X 77 I 9 YES MAYBE NO 19. Recreation. Will the proposal result in an impact upon the quality or quantity of existing recreational opportunities? X _ 20. Archeological/Historical. Will tl,(, proposal result in an alteration of a significant archeological or historical site, structure, object or building? 21. Mandatory Findings of Significance. a. Does the•project have the potential to degrade the quality of the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife population to drop below self-sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate a plant or animal community, j reduce the number or restrict the range of a rare or endangered plant or animal or eliminate important examples of the major periods of j California history or prehistory? X b. Does the project have the potential to .-. achieve short-term, to the disadvantage of long-term, environmental goals? (A short-term impact on the environment is one which occurs in a relatively brief definitive period of time while long- term impacts will endure well into the future.) X c. Does the project have impacts which are individually limited, but cumu- latively considerable? (A project may impact on two or more separate resources where the impact on each resource is relatively small, but where the effect of the total of those impacts on the environment is significant.) 2� d. Does the project have environmental effects which will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly? X I1[. Di-scussion of Fnvironmental Evaluation TV. Determination (To he completed by the Lead Agency) InW On the hasis of this initial evaluation: to I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the environment, and a NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared. Q I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the'environment, there will not be a significant effect in this case because the mitigation measures described on an attached sheet have been added to the project. A NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared. I find the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment, and an ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required. Date II (Note: This is only a suggested form. their own format for initial studies.) 79 Signature For Public agencies are free to devise s i 8 0 I CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH Office of CITY ATTORNEY March 10, 1980 To: The Honorable Mayor and Members of City Council From: City Attorney Subject: Application,of Pacific Offshore Power Boat Racing Association to Launch Vessels Over the Rhine Wharf Park Seawall (Robert P. Warmington Offshore Boat Rana to he Field March 15, 1980) Section 17.16.020 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code provides, "No person shall launch or remove any vessel from the waters of Newport Harbor over any public seawall, sidewalk, street end or public property, except as locations where a regular business of launching and hauling vessels is conducted or at launching sites desigated by resolution of the City Council. . ." The Pacific Offshore Power Boat Racing Association (POPBRA) has applied to the City Council seeking a resolution to authorize launching of racing vessels at Rhine Wharf Park. To approve POPBRA's request the City Council would have to adopt a resolu- tion authorizing the use of Rhine Wharf Park as a launching and hauling site. ' The location of the launch site has been reviewed by the Marine Department, Police Department and Public Works Department and no objections have been expressed by these departments as to the locationfof the boat launching and hauling facilities. r The purpose of the request is to allow the launching and hauling of boats which will parcitipate in the offshore power boat race' to,occur on March 15, i980. ,The applicant has stated that the tow vehicles and trailers will be kept at the Newport Dunes Aquatic Park once, the vessels have 0 March 10, 1980 Page Two Application of Pacific Offshore Power Boat Racing Association to Launch Vessels Over the Rhine Wharf Park Seawall been launched. The race itself is subject to a Special Events permit to be issued by the City Manager pursuant to Chapter 5.10 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code. The race needs a Special Events permit since it is intended to start and end within the corporate limits of the City of Newport Beach off of the Balboa Pier. The proposed race will be the fourth offshore power boat race to take place in Newport Beach. Because two discretionary permits are being sought by POPBRA, the ability to launch over the Rhine Wharf Park seawall and the Special Events permit, the California Environmental Quality Act will apply. City staff feels that Section 15060 of the Guidelines would apply and that no additional environmental documentation would be needed to make the decision to act on the application. Section 15060 provides that where it can be seen with certainty that there is no,possibility that the ac- tivity in question may have a significant effect on the environ- ment, the activity is not covered by the requirements set forth in CEQA and the CEQA Guidelines concerning the evaluation of the project and the preparation and review of environmental documen- tation. City staff has concerns, however, regarding the location of the race headquarters and the proposed post -race party to be held from 2 - 5 p.m. on March 15, 1980. The location of the race headquarters is the Tokai Bank building at 3333 West Coast High- way. The concerns relate to the limited parking availability at the facility since it is anticipated that many visitors will park along the north side of Coast Highway and cross six lanes of traffic to gain access to the race headquarters. It is anti- cipated that there will be a display of power boats at the docks adjacent to 3333 West Coast Highway. Further, the driveway access for the subjec.t parking facility is in proximity to the conver- gence of a through and acceleration lane on Coast Highway. The merging area is critical and establishes a strong potential for rear -end type automobile accidents. ,To alleviate some'of the'traffic problems, the Newport Beach Police Department is'to,assign traffic officers to assist �n traffic control,in-the vicinity, of the race headquarters',, the cost of the officers•being paid by POPBRA. Further, the City•Manager has conditioned the Special Events permit to require that the vessels 77 0 • March 10, 1980 Page Three Application of Pacific Offshore Power Boat Racing Association to Launch Vessels Over the Rhine Wharf Park Seawall after the race return to the Rhine Wharf Park for hauling and not to return to the race headquarters. It is believed that this will substantially alleviate traffic, congestion and ' spectator problems at the race headquarters after the race is completed. Since the boats will not be at the race headquarters after the race is completed, the headquarters will not be a magnet for spectators. To permit the launching and hauling of the vessels, it will be necessary for the City Council to adopt a resolution designa- ting Rhine Wharf Park as a launching and hauling facility for Friday, March 14,and Saturday, March 15, 1980. This will permit launching and hauling only between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. on the two specified days. r J • a H gh Coffin