HomeMy WebLinkAbout12 - PSA for the Proposed Surf Farm Project at 3100 Irvine Avenue (PA2024-0069) - CorrespondenceReceived after Agenda Printed
August 27, 2024
Item No. 12
From: Biddle, Jennifer
Sent: August 26, 2024 8:58 AM
To: City Clerk's Office
Subject: FW: Golf course
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From: Patti Ferguson <teacup1007@icloud.com>
Sent: August 26, 2024 2:08 AM
To: Dept - City Council<CityCouncil@newportbeachca.gov>
Subject: Golf course
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Please leave the golf course alone. We don't need a surf place that should be at the beach. We don't
need anymore tall buildings. Leave the golf course alone.
Patti Ferguson
From: Biddle, Jennifer
Sent: August 26, 2024 8:58 AM
To: City Clerk's Office
Subject: FW: Newport Beach golf course
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From: Wendy Barton <wendybarton56@gmail.com>
Sent: August 26, 2024 7:11 AM
To: Dept - City Council<CityCouncil@newportbeachca.gov>
Subject: Newport Beach golf course
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Please keep Newport Beach golf course. It is one of the few affordable courses in the area. It would be so
sad for it to be torn down.
Wendy Barton
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From: Biddle, Jennifer
Sent: August 26, 2024 8:58 AM
To: City Clerk's Office
Subject: FW: Surf park in Newport
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From: Jerry Lehman <usprotour@gmail.com>
Sent: August 26, 2024 7:12 AM
To: Dept - City Council<CityCouncil@newportbeachca.gov>
Subject: Surf park in Newport
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This is exciting and we would bring our Surfing tour event to the Surf park each year.
We hope it gets approved!!!
US Pro Surfing Tour
Jerry Lehman, Tour Director
602-309-6419
www.usorosurftour.com
Usprotour@gmail.com
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Biddle, Jennifer
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City Clerk"s Office
Subject:
FW: Golf course
Date:
August 26, 2024 8:58:43 AM
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From: Wendy Arnett <touchearthgently@gmail.com>
Sent: August 26, 2024 7:39 AM
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Please dont allow the golf course on Irvine ave to close. They are not many activities for kids these days oceans are
where they should learn where their lifeguards to help protect them. Aside from that my kids learn to golf there
promoted another outdoor activity in their lives instead of sitting inside looking at video games, the golf course there
was always busy and many people use it, it is a great way to destress after work or on the weekends.
Sent from my iPhone. Thank you, Wendy Arnett
From: Biddle, Jennifer
To: City Clerk"s Office
Subject: FW: Surf Farm exemption from environmental review on consent agenda 8/27 City Council meeting, revised
Date: August 26, 2024 9:02:03 AM
From: Jim Auster <jimauster@hotmail.com>
Sent: August 26, 2024 9:00 AM
To: Dept - City Council <CityCouncil@newportbeachca.gov>
Subject: Fwd: Surf Farm exemption from environmental review on consent agenda 8/27 City Council
meeting, revised
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Subject: Surf Farm exemption from environmental review on consent agenda 8/27 City
Council meeting, revised
Dear Mayor, City Council members, City manager, project planner, and Bayview Height
neighbors,
I am in Colorado for important work meeting tomorrow and cannot attend City Council
meeting, please consider this email as my public comment.
Consent item 12 exempts application by Surf Farm from environmental review and must
be rejected. The application for surfing lagoon on the middle parcel of Newport Beach
Golf Course will have serious environmental and land use impacts on the two adjoining
golf course parcels which must be considered together with this application and cannot
be exempt from environmental review.
Surf Farm application letter (link below)does not present accurate information about the
future of Newport Beach Golf Course. It will be entirely eliminated by their proposal, not
just holes 1,2,9 as claimed in the letter.. There will be environmental impacts on the two
adjoining parcels. Russ Fluter's plan is to eliminate this essential much loved and much
used public recreational amenity for very high profit high density residential
development on 14 acre holes 3-8 parcel across Mesa Dr.
The application letter for artificial surf lagoon claims converting the popular driving range
and holes 1,2,9, will not affect golf course operation of holes 3-8 on front 9 and the back
9 but that is impossible. Without the center parcel parking lot and clubhouse the entire
golf course will no longer be viable. Lease to Surf Farm is intended to eliminate the golf
course to build 690 housing units on holes 3-8 front 9.
The application claims the course facility is obsolete and due for replacement but many
expensive improvements have been made, it is in best condition and more popular than
ever, and is used by all of NB and OC golfers, families, and their children.
Surf lagoon to replace golf seems low impact and on its own may be exempt from
environmental review but it will directly impact adjoining parcels and cannot be exempt
from review.
Without golf course clubhouse, administration, parking lot, and practice range on the
middle parcel the County owned back nine parcel will no longer function as golf course
and will become the long planned airport runway extension with enormous
environmental impact. This must be included and studied as part of Surf Farm
application which cannot be exempt from environmental review.
The idea of artificial surfing in NB is absurd, will be an embarrassment, and make a bad
joke of NB reputation for a great environment and great surfing. Artificial energy wasting
surfing with the big beautiful beaches and waves of the Pacific Ocean nearby is the
opposite of what an energy and climate aware community famous for its surfing should
communicate.
Please reject Surf Farm erroneous application and reject its exemption from
environmental impact study. If you care about the environment save the irreplaceable
beautiful green open space of Newport Beach Golf Course.
If this golf course is allowed to be rezoned for high profit development it will set a
precedent that could eliminate all golf courses and all that precious open space.
Jim Auster
20401 Bayview Ave
Newport Beach CA 92660
U
View
Surf Farm letter
https://ecros.newportbeachca.gov/WEB/DocView.aspx?
id=3041154&dbid=0&repo=CNB
neighbors
please email City Council members and show up at meeting on Tues to oppose
exemption of Surf Farm from environmental review. This is not just about the golf course,
if Surf Farm application is approved to eliminate golf course our entire neighborhood is
at risk of high density rezoning
Jim
On Aug 25, 2024, at 12:06 PM, Linda Giedt <lclemensgiedtCg)gmail.com> wrote:
Surf Farm on the agenda for Tuesday, 8/27. See attachments. What does 12 A mean?
Professional Services Agreement with EPD Solutions for Environmental Services for the
Proposed Surf Farm Project at 3100 Irvine Avenue (PA2024-0069)
12.E Determine this action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) and 15060(c)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines
because this action will not result in a physical change to the environment, directly or
indirectly: and
b) Authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a Professional Services Agreement
with Environment Planning Development Solutions, Inc. for EIR Related to Proposed Surf
Farm Project in an amount not to exceed $277,630 in a form substantially similar to the
agreement attached to this staff report.
Also, here is an article about the Dove St project. Also on the agenda for 8/27
Council to consider Airport Area 082324 — Stu News Newport
On Thu, Aug 1, 2024 at 2:53 PM Jim Auster <iimauster(d)hotmail.com> wrote:
Application PA 2024 0069 was submitted by Surf Farm Ltd to NB Development office
to replace NB Golf Course driving range and holes 1,2,9 for wave surfing facility.
Land owner Mr. Fluter will eliminate range and holes 1,3,9 to make the front nine no
Longer functional under existing recreational zoning to apply for rezoning and
development of 700 high density residential units on holes 3,4,5,6,7, 8 on the 14 acres
across Mesa Dr.
Jim Auster
20401 Bayview
9706187692
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https://ecros.newportbeachca.gov/WEB/DocView.aspx?
id=3041154&dbid =0&repo=CNB
<Staff Report (1).pdf>
<Attachment A - Professional Services Agreement with EPD Solutions Inc (1).pdf>
From:
Biddle, Jennifer
Sent:
August 26, 2024 10:11 AM
To:
City Clerk's Office
Subject:
FW: Save Our Open Spaces!
From: Carol Graves <carolanne2005@outlook.com>
Sent: August 26, 2024 10:02 AM
To: Dept - City Council<CityCouncil@newportbeachca.gov>
Subject: Save Our Open Spaces!
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Good morning,
I don't think you should get rid of the golf course and build a surf park. We need our open
spaces and there is a public benefit to the gold course. There are a ton of empty building
they can use.
Please keep the golf course!
Carol Graves
Resident of Newport Beach
From: Biddle, Jennifer
Sent: August 26, 2024 11:55 AM
To: City Clerk's Office
Subject: FW: Newport Beach Golf Course
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From: Megan Smith Steele <meganlynnsmith@gmail.com>
Sent: August 26, 2024 11:05 AM
To: Dept - City Council<CityCouncil@newportbeachca.gov>
Subject: Newport Beach Golf Course
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My husband and I are avid supporters and very frequent a customers of the Newport Beach Golf Course,
Original Pizza 2 and the Driving Range.
We do NOT support any redevelopment ideas for a "Surf Camp" - or any development that excludes any
important community or land impact studies.
Megan Smith Steele
a 626-394-3500
Q meganlynnsmith@gmail.com
From: Biddle, Jennifer
Sent: August 26, 2024 11:56 AM
To: City Clerk's Office
Subject: FW: Please keep Newport golf course and driving range!
-----Original Message -----
From: DeeDee McCrory <ddloves5@hotmail.com>
Sent: August 26, 2024 11:37 AM
To: Dept - City Council<CityCouncil@newportbeachca.gov>
Subject: Please keep Newport golf course and driving range!
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As a mom of 5 young adults who have all discovered a love for golf, I am writing to ask you to please
consider keeping the Newport Beach golf course and driving range.
This is an affordable course and range, where all ages can go and enjoy an outdoor activity. Many of my
kids and their friends regularly visit the driving range and course.
And at a time where most teens and young people are consistently behind screens, we need more
outdoor affordable fun.
Thank you for your consideration in this matter.
DeeDee McCrory
From: Biddle, Jennifer
Sent: August 26, 2024 3:19 PM
To: City Clerk's Office
Subject: FW: Surf Farm exemption from environmental review on consent
agenda 8/27 City Council meeting, revised
From: Laurie Kelly <laurie@silverliningrealty.com>
Sent: August 26, 2024 3:18 PM
To: Dept - City Council<CityCouncil@newportbeachca.gov>; Jurjis, Seimone
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Subject: FW: Surf Farm exemption from environmental review on consent agenda 8/27 City Council
meeting, revised
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Dear Mayor, City Council members, City Manager, project planner and Bayview Heights nieghbors,
I concur with Mr. Auster and add that we are 4 miles from ocean, why a surf
farm??? Furthermore, the community must have the right to vote on any changes to the
General Plan, seven people is not sufficient to determine the desires of the entire city.
I will be at that meeting tomorrow to watch all of you very closely.
Laurie Kelly
From: Jim Auster <iimauster@hotmail.com>
Sent: Monday, August 26, 2024 7:13 AM
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Subject: Surf Farm exemption from environmental review on consent agenda 8/27 City Council meeting,
revised
Dear Mayor, City Council members, City manager, project planner, and Bayview Height
neighbors,
I am in Colorado for important work meeting tomorrow and cannot attend City Council
meeting, please consider this email as my public comment.
Consent item 12 exempts application by Surf Farm from environmental review and must be
rejected. The application for surfing lagoon on the middle parcel of Newport Beach Golf
Course will have serious environmental and land use impacts on the two adjoining golf
course parcels which must be considered together with this application and cannot be
exempt from environmental review.
Surf Farm application letter (link below)does not present accurate information about the
future of Newport Beach Golf Course. It will be entirely eliminated by their proposal, not
just holes 1,2,9 as claimed in the letter.. There will be environmental impacts on the two
adjoining parcels. Russ Fluter's plan is to eliminate this essential much loved and much
used public recreational amenity for very high profit high density residential development
on 14 acre holes 3-8 parcel across Mesa Dr.
The application letter for artificial surf lagoon claims converting the popular driving range
and holes 1,2,9, will not affect golf course operation of holes 3-8 on front 9 and the back 9
but that is impossible. Without the center parcel parking lot and clubhouse the entire golf
course will no longer be viable. Lease to Surf Farm is intended to eliminate the golf course
to build 690 housing units on holes 3-8 front 9.
The application claims the course facility is obsolete and due for replacement but many
expensive improvements have been made, it is in best condition and more popular than
ever, and is used by all of NB and OC golfers, families, and their children.
Surf lagoon to replace golf seems low impact and on its own may be exempt from
environmental review but it will directly impact adjoining parcels and cannot be exempt
from review.
Without golf course clubhouse, administration, parking lot, and practice range on the
middle parcel the County owned back nine parcel will no longer function as golf course
and will become the long planned airport runway extension with enormous environmental
impact. This must be included and studied as part of Surf Farm application which cannot
be exempt from environmental review.
The idea of artificial surfing in NB is absurd, will be an embarrassment, and make a bad
joke of NB reputation for a great environment and great surfing. Artificial energy wasting
surfing with the big beautiful beaches and waves of the Pacific Ocean nearby is the
opposite of what an energy and climate aware community famous for its surfing should
communicate.
Please reject Surf Farm erroneous application and reject its exemption from environmental
impact study. If you care about the environment save the irreplaceable beautiful green
open space of Newport Beach Golf Course.
If this golf course is allowed to be rezoned for high profit development it will set a
precedent that could eliminate all golf courses and all that precious open space.
Jim Auster
20401 Bayview Ave
Newport Beach CA 92660
View
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Surf Farm letter
https://ecros.newportbeachca.gov/WEB/DocView.aspx?id=3041154&dbid=0&repo=CNB
neighbors
please email City Council members and show up at meeting on Tues to oppose exemption
of Surf Farm from environmental review. This is not just about the golf course, if Surf Farm
application is approved to eliminate golf course our entire neighborhood is at risk of high
density rezoning
Jim
On Aug 25, 2024, at 12:06 PM, Linda Giedt <lclemensgiedt@gmail.com> wrote:
Surf Farm on the agenda for Tuesday, 8/27. See attachments. What does 12 A mean?
Professional Services Agreement with EPD Solutions for Environmental Services for the
Proposed Surf Farm Project at 3100 Irvine Avenue (PA2024-0069)
12. a) Determine this action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) and 15060(c)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines
because this action will not result in a physical change to the environment, directly or
indirectly: and
b) Authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a Professional Services Agreement
with Environment Planning Development Solutions, Inc. for EIR Related to Proposed Surf
Farm Project in an amount not to exceed $277,630 in a form substantially similar to
the agreement attached to this staff report.
Also, here is an article about the Dove St project. Also on the agenda for
8/27
Council to consider Airport Area 082324 — Stu News Newport
On Thu, Aug 1, 2024 at 2:53 PM Jim Auster <jimauster@hotmail.com> wrote:
Application PA 2024 0069 was submitted by Surf Farm Ltd to NB Development office to
replace NB Golf Course driving range and holes 1,2,9 for wave surfing facility.
Land owner Mr. Fluter will eliminate range and holes 1,3,9 to make the front nine no longer
functional under existing recreational zoning to apply for rezoning and development of
700 high density residential units on holes 3,4,5,6,7, 8 on the 14 acres across Mesa Dr.
Jim Auster
20401 Bayview
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https://ecros.newportbeachca.gov/WEB/DocView.aspx?id=3041154&dbid=0&repo=CNB
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Sent: August 27, 2024 7:41 AM
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Subject: FW: Replacing the public golf course with a surf park
From: Biddle, Jennifer <JBiddle@newportbeachca.gov>
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As a long time resident of Newport Beach I am against ridding any part of the NB Public golf course; the city owned 9
holes or the other leased 9 holes. There are very few public courses in our area but plenty of private. Keep Newport
available for all , not just the wealthy. What a great affordable outdoor use of space for ALL.
Sincerely,
Sandy Rettig
Dover Shores
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Dear Mayor, City Council members, City manager, project planner,
We agree with this email & Public Comment:
Consent item 12 exempts application by Surf Farm from environmental review and must be rejected. The
application for surfing lagoon on the middle parcel of Newport Beach Golf Course will have serious environmental
and land use impacts on the two adjoining golf course parcels which must be considered together with this
application and cannot be exempt from environmental review.
Surf Farm application letter (link below)does not present accurate information about the future of Newport Beach
Golf Course. It will be entirely eliminated by their proposal, not just holes 1,2,9 as claimed in the letter.. There will be
environmental impacts on the two adjoining parcels. Russ Fluter's plan is to eliminate this essential much loved and
much used public recreational amenity for very high profit high density residential development on 14 acre holes 3-
8 parcel across Mesa Dr.
The application letter for artificial surf lagoon claims converting the popular driving range and holes 1,2,9, will not
affect golf course operation of holes 3-8 on front 9 and the back 9 but that is impossible. Without the center parcel
parking lot and clubhouse the entire golf course will no longer be viable. Lease to Surf Farm is intended to eliminate
the golf course to build 690 housing units on holes 3-8 front 9.
The application claims the course facility is obsolete and due for replacement but many expensive improvements
have been made, it is in best condition and more popular than ever, and is used by all of NB and OC golfers,
families, and their children.
Surf lagoon to replace golf seems low impact and on its own may be exempt from environmental review but it will
directly impact adjoining parcels and cannot be exempt from review.
Without golf course clubhouse, administration, parking lot, and practice range on the middle parcel the County
owned back nine parcel will no longer function as golf course and will become the long planned airport runway
extension with enormous environmental impact. This must be included and studied as part of Surf Farm application
which cannot be exempt from environmental review.
The idea of artificial surfing in NB is absurd, will be an embarrassment, and make a bad joke of NB reputation for a
great environment and great surfing . Artificial energy wasting surfing with the big beautiful beaches and waves of
the Pacific Ocean nearby is the opposite of what an energy and climate aware community famous for its surfing
should communicate.
Please reject Surf Farm erroneous application and reject its exemption from environmental impact study. If you care
about the environment save the irreplaceable beautiful green open space of Newport Beach Golf Course.
If this golf course is allowed to be rezoned for high profit development it will set a precedent that could eliminate all
golf courses and all that precious open space.
Regards,
Joseph & Shella Salvo
20352 SW Cypress Street
Newport Beach, CA 92660
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I am writing to express my great dissatisfaction with the proposed surf park request to replace a portion of the
existing public golf course. I live in the adjoining residential area and have lived in this community since it was
Santa Ana Heights, I was involved in the community when the Santa Ana Heights specific plan was drawn up
and when our community was annexed to Newport Beach. I attended the city of Newport meetings where we
were guaranteed that Newport was adopting the specific plan and that it would be adhered to for our
neighborhood. This assurance was part of the reason we were agreeable to the adoption of our neighborhood.
Time and again that has been proven to not be the case. The city did not follow through with continuing the
multi use trail that is called for on the plans along Mesa Drive and a number of other items. These items were
not only specified, but at the time there was also money set aside for our area that was never spent on our
area, but just absorbed into the general fund.
This latest request for the surf park project violates so many guidelines of the specific plan. For the city to
ignore these guidelines, along with the city's own general plan, and move forward with this project is an affront
to our community. The sheer size of the project, the violations in height requirements, and many other items
specifically not allowed is really unconscionable.
This public golf course has served the city and community well and provides recreation for many of our youth
at a reasonable price. The proposed surf park would served a limited audience at a high price point. It
additionally would be an unsightly project violating the height guidelines for the area. Why should this project
be allowed a variance? Will every building in the area then be granted a variance? Also, a 16 foot retaining wall
would be patently unsightly and a blight on our community.
I also own commercial property in this area and am vehemently opposed to this project, both as a residential
property owner and a commercial property owner.
Please represent your community and not the developers and vote no on this ridiculous project that violates so
many plan guidelines and zoning restrictions.
Sincerely,
Holly Jarvis
From: City Clerk's Office
Sent: August 27, 2024 4:47 PM
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Subject: FW: District 3 Councilman Weigand's conflict of interest
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Correspondence received earlier this morning, after deadline.
Sincerely,
Joselyn Perez
Senior Planner
Community Development
Department
Office: 949-644-3312
100 Civic Center Drive
Newport Beach, CA 92660
From: Weigand, Erik <eweigand@newportbeachca.gov>
Sent: August 26, 2024 9:43 PM
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Subject: Re: District 3 Councilman Weigand's conflict of interest
Hello Mr. Auster,
Thank you for writing.
My conflict was that I received campaign contributions exceeding $250 during my
campaign for City Council. Pursuant to the Levin Act, I am required to recuse myself if I
receive a contribution over $250 from any party related to the Pro or Con of an item before
the City Council if it falls 12 months before and/or after a
vote. https://www.fppc. ca.gov/learn/pay-to-play-limits-and-prohibitions.htmI,
In fact, the contributions I received, which caused the conflict, were by several folks on
this email chain who supported me. The 12 months have lapsed since then and I am free
to vote on items moving forward.
Since I have an opportunity to write to the group, I would like everyone to know I am
planning on conducting a town hall meeting in early October to update the community on
this project, the future of housing in Newport Beach, as well as crime statistics and traffic
counts in Santa Ana Heights.
Thank you for reaching out.
Sincerely,
Erik Weigand
Sent from my iPad
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Dear Mr Weigand,
Last year you recused yourself for "conflict of interest" from votes related to
Element Housing development on Newport Beach Golf Course, noise map
revision, etc. Do you still have this conflict? Can you disclose what your
conflict is and why we are not being represented on this most important
issue to our neighborhood?. If not, should we assume you have a personal
financial interest in this golf course housing development and if so, please
consider your resignation from City Council.
Thanks
Jim Auster
FYI
Community Development Manager Seimone Jurgis said tomorrow's vote is to
approve $277,000 EIR environment review contract for Surf Farm's
application and does not exempt that application from EIR environmental
review. The confusing language about exemption from EIR review is just for
exemption of the issuing of the EIR contract from environmental review, go
figure!?
I responded by still opposing approval of EIR and instead to reject the Surf
Farm application because it intentionally submitted false and misleading
information about the future of NBGC.
Hi Jim,
Item 12 is approval of the EIR contract. The EIR contract is exempt from
environmental review not the surf farm.
Seimone Jurjis
Assistant City Manager /
Director of Community Development
Community Development Department
Office: 949-644-3282
100 Civic Center Drive
Newport Beach, CA 92660
On Aug 26, 2024, at 8:55 PM, Linda Giedt <lclemensgiedt65bgmail.com>
wrote:
Hi Guys,
The Surf Farm is listed as #12 on the Regular Session agenda, which begins
at 6:00 PM
I really think we need some professional help to combat what is happening
with the golf course and ultimately the 690 units on Mesa Dr. Have you seen
the report for the Surf Farm dated 8/15? This project is massive. Please read
it if you can. Unfortunately, I think we need an attorney to help with all this
technical/legal stuff. The city could care less about us.
Newport Golf LLC owns the center parcel and the southern parcel (Mesa
Dr). The northern parcel by the 73 freeway is owned by the County of
Orange.
The main building is 49,000 sq ft and 48 ft tall so 3 stories. The second
building (for overnight facilities for athletes (if you can believe that one)) is
over 9,000 sq ft and 38 ft tall so 2 stories.
50 employees
6 am to 11 pm 7 days a week
12 events per year. So basically once a month they have some kind of event
which most likely brings more people to the site.
They want a driveway/parking on Mesa Dr. as well as Irvine Ave which they
claim will support "golf operations"
18 months to complete! Thus, construction employees and equipment
clogging Irvine Ave and Mesa Dr for a year and a half - most likely longer
The project is requesting an amendment to the General Plan because of the
square footage of the project - see page 8
This report specifically mentions the Santa Ana Heights Specific Plan -
bottom of page 8
They are looking for a bunch of waivers so they can build these buildings
because they are over 20,000 sq ft - page 9
Surf is tricky because they are aware of the requirement for a vote by the
people and reference it in the report a few times.
It will require review from the Planning Commision, ALUC and FAA because
of its proximity to JWA - page 9
Additionally, the report references a few times that the golf course has three
parts. Thus, it is hard to say that building this project will not affect the rest
of the golf course (north and south parcels).
ill require a major Site Development Review (SDR) permit because the proposed
building is greater than 20,000 square feet.
maing will be a three-story building, approximately 49,000 square feet in size and
48 feet in
height,
The main
building will be a three-story building, approximately 49,000 square feet in size
and 48 feet in
height,
You can see all the plans for the Surf Farm on the link below. Just zoom on
the area and click on the dot. Attached is the 8/15 report.
https://nbgis.newportbeachca.gov/gispub/Dashboards/PlanningCasesDas
h.htm
Thanks, Linda
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Sent: August 27, 2024 4:46 PM
To: Mulvey, Jennifer
Subject: FW: District 3 Councilman Weigand's conflict of interest
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To: City Clerk's Office <CityClerk@newportbeachca.gov>
Subject: FW: District 3 Councilman Weigand's conflict of interest
Correspondence received late yesterday, after deadline.
Sincerely,
Joselyn Perez
Senior Planner
Community Development
Department
Office: 949-644-3312
100 Civic Center Drive
Newport Beach, CA 92660
From: Jim Auster <jimauster@hotmail.com>
Sent: August 26, 2024 8:28 PM
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Perez, Joselyn <JPerez@newportbeachca.gov>
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Subject: District 3 Councilman Weigand's conflict of interest
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Dear Mr Weigand,
Last year you rec used yourself for "conflict of interest" from votes related to Element
Housing development on Newport Beach Golf Course, noise map revision, etc. Do you still
have this conflict? Can you disclose what your conflict is and why we are not being
represented on this most important issue to our neighborhood?. If not, should we assume
you have a personal financial interest in this golf course housing development and if so,
please consider your resignation from City Council.
Thanks
Jim Auster
FYI
Community Development Manager Seimone Jurgis said tomorrow's vote is to approve
$277,000 EIR environment review contract for Surf Farm's application and does not exempt
that application from EIR environmental review. The confusing language about exemption
from EIR review is just for exemption of the issuing of the EIR contract from environmental
review, go figure!?
I responded by still opposing approval of EIR and instead to reject the Surf Farm
application because it intentionally submitted false and misleading information about the
future of NBGC.
Hi Jim,
Item 12 is approval of the EIR contract. The EIR contract is exempt from environmental review not
the surf farm.
Seimone Jurjis
Assistant City Manager /
Director of Community Development
Community Development Department
Office: 949-644-3282
100 Civic Center Drive
Newport Beach, CA 92660
On Aug 26, 2024, at 8:55 PM, Linda Giedt <lclemensgiedt@gmail.com> wrote:
Hi Guys,
The Surf Farm is listed as #12 on the Regular Session agenda, which begins at 6:00 PM
I really think we need some professional help to combat what is happening with the golf
course and ultimately the 690 units on Mesa Dr. Have you seen the report for the Surf
Farm dated 8/15? This project is massive. Please read it if you can. Unfortunately, I think
we need an attorney to help with all this technical/legal stuff. The city could care less
about us.
Newport Golf LLC owns the center parcel and the southern parcel (Mesa Dr). The northern
parcel by the 73 freeway is owned by the County of Orange.
The main building is 49,000 sq ft and 48 ft tall so 3 stories. The second building (for
overnight facilities for athletes (if you can believe that one)) is over 9,000 sq ft and 38 ft tall
so 2 stories.
50 employees
6 am to 11 pm 7 days a week
12 events per year. So basically once a month they have some kind of event which most
Likely brings more people to the site.
They want a driveway/parking on Mesa Dr. as well as Irvine Ave which they claim will
support "golf operations"
18 months to complete! Thus, construction employees and equipment clogging Irvine Ave
and Mesa Dr for a year and a half - most likely longer
The project is requesting an amendment to the General Plan because of the square
footage of the project - see page 8
This report specifically mentions the Santa Ana Heights Specific Plan - bottom of page 8
They are looking for a bunch of waivers so they can build these buildings because they are
over 20,000 sq ft - page 9
Surf is tricky because they are aware of the requirement for a vote by the people and
reference it in the report a few times.
It will require review from the Planning Commision, ALUC and FAA because of its proximity
to JWA - page 9
Additionally, the report references a few times that the golf course has three parts. Thus, it
is hard to say that building this project will not affect the rest of the golf course (north and
south parcels).
ill require a major Site Development Review (SDR) permit because the proposed
building is greater than 20,000 square feet.
maing will be a three-story building, approximately 49,000 square feet in size and 48 feet in
height,
The main
building will be a three-story building, approximately 49,000 square feet in size and 48 feet in
height,
You can see all the plans for the Surf Farm on the link below. Just zoom on the area and
click on the dot. Attached is the 8/15 report.
https://nbgis.newportbeachca.gov/gispub/Dashboards/PlanningCasesDash.htm
Thanks, Linda
Conclusion
The Newport Beach Golf Course was developed in the 1970s, and the i-Mprovements associated
with the facility are approaching the end of their useful life. The Project represents a substantial
investment in the Project site in a way that benefits the community and "v-ill provide a nekv
recreational facility in the City while also maintaining golf on the remainder of the golf course.
The proposed Snug Harbor facil-ity would offer an iconic gathering spot in the City of I e,,v,vWrt
leach, increasing local property values, contributing substantial tax revenue, encouraging tourism,
and benefiting the community by providing an opportunity to participate in safe and unique
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recreation. The proposed facility will also provide new opportunities for surfers of all ages and
abilities, local schools, surf teams &. clubs, corporate events, and community engagement.
Table 3 — Building Area Summary
Main Building
Basement
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Total
Athlete Accommodations
Level 1
Level 2
Total
Total Building Area
4,085 sf
StaffArea, mechanical
17,830 sf
Surf academy, change room and locker roam,
food and beverage service, surf shop
15,324 sf
Fitness, members locker room and lounge, spa
11,982 sf
Operations, recording studio, VIP suites
49,221 sf
4,716 sf 10 units
4,716 sf 10 units
9,432 sf
58,653 sf 20 units
CAA PLANNING
August 15, 2024
Ms. Joselyn Perez
Senior Planner
City of Newport Beach
100 Civic Center Drive
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Subject: Snug Harbor Planning Application — General Plan Amendment, Site Development
Review Permit, Use Permit, Modification Permit, Traffic Phasing Ordinance
Application for 3100 Irvine Avenue
Dear Ms. Perez:
On behalf of Back Bay Barrels, LLC, CAA Planning Inc. (CAA) submits this project description
for an amendment to the City of Newport Beach General Plan, a Site Development Review Permit,
Traffic Study under the Traffic Phasing Ordinance (TPO), a Use Permit, and a Modification Permit
to allow for a new recreational use to be located at 3100 Irvine Avenue within the City of Newport
Beach. The proposed Snug Harbor project contemplates the replacement of the existing driving
range and three holes of golf which are a part of the larger Newport Beach Golf Course, with a
new surf lagoon and ancillary uses (Project). The remainder of the Newport Beach Golf Course
will remain undisturbed by the Project.
Background
The Newport Beach Golf Course was developed in the 1970s and comprises a driving range, a golf
pro shop, a restaurant, 18-holes of golf, and accessory support structures. The golf course is
separated into three physically distinct land areas identified herein as the northerly property, the
central property, and the southerly property. This application pertains only to the central property
(3100 Irvine Avenue); however, the northerly and southerly properties are referenced herein for
context and to describe the regulatory setting.
Project Location
The Project site is located at 3100 Irvine Avenue in the northern boundary of the City of Newport
Beach, near the California 73 Toll Road (SR73) and the California 55 Freeway (SR 55) as shown
on Exhibit 1, Regional Map. The Project site is part of the larger Newport Beach Golf Course. The
Newport Beach Golf Course includes the northerly property with 9 holes of golf located between
CA 73 and Irvine Avenue, the subject central property is located between Irvine Avenue and Mesa
Drive, and the southerly property with 6 holes of golf located south of Mesa Drive.
30900 Rancho Viejo Road, Suite 285 • San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 • (949) 581-2888 • Fax (949) 581-3599
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A commercial business center and a residential apartment complex are located to the west of the
Project site across Irvine Avenue. Commercial office buildings adjoin the Project site to the east,
and the Newport Beach Santa Ana Heights Fire Station and Training Center is located adjacent to
the southeast corner of the Project site. The immediate surrounding area is largely built -out with
low-rise office and commercial development with apartment complexes and single-family
residences located in the vicinity. The Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve is located
approximately one -quarter mile to the south. The John Wayne Airport is located approximately
1,000 feet to the north, and the Project site is within the John Wayne Airport Environs Land Use
Plan (AELUP). The surrounding area is depicted on Exhibit 2, Vicinity Map.
Project Setting
As detailed above, the Newport Beach Golf Course comprises three distinct land areas. The central
property, which consists of approximately 15.38 acres and is the proposed Project site, contains 3
holes of golf (identified as holes 1, 2 and 9) as well as a driving range, putting green, pro shop,
restaurant, and a large surface parking lot. The golf course and the driving range are lighted for
night-time play, and the driving range is surrounded by approximately 40 net poles for safety
purposes.
The Project site has gently sloping topography generally from east to west with elevations ranging
from approximately 56 feet to 17 feet and including a fairly high berm at the center of the property
that delineates the driving range area from the putting green area. The berm is highest at the
southerly boundary of the property and tapers toward the northerly boundary of the property. The
Project site has approximately 75 trees on -site with a majority of the trees growing along the
perimeter of the property. The Santa Ana -Delhi Channel is located along the westerly Project site
boundary. An aerial view of the Project site is provided as Exhibit 3.
The northerly property is approximately 21.28 acres and contains 9 holes of golf (identified as
holes 10-18), a water feature, course lighting, and maintenance areas, and is roughly bisected by
the Santa Ana -Delhi Channel. The majority of the northerly property is located within
unincorporated County of Orange outside of the City's planning jurisdiction. This property is
owned by the County of Orange and subject to a ground lease administered by the County of
Orange. A small section of the golf course nearest Orchard Drive and Irvine Avenue is within the
City's jurisdiction, owned by Newport Golf LLC, and is generally used for golf course
maintenance. This portion of the Newport Beach Golf Course is not a part of the proposed Project
site and will remain undisturbed as golf following Project implementation.
The southerly property, also owned by Newport Golf LLC, is located south of Mesa Drive and is
approximately 14.51 acres. The southerly property contains 6 holes of golf (identified as holes 3-
8) with the Santa Ana -Delhi Channel located to the west and south. This portion of the Newport
Beach Golf Course is not a part of the proposed Project site and will remain undisturbed as golf
following Project implementation. Table 1 below describes land uses surrounding the Project site.
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Table 1— Surrounding Uses
Location
Description
North
Newport Beach Golf Course, office and commercial, John Wayne Airport, 73
Toll Road
South
Newport Beach Golf Course, single-family residential, Newport Back Bay
East
Fire station, office and commercial
West
Office and commercial, multi -family residential
Existing Use
Existing uses at the Project site include an approximately 38-bay partially covered driving range,
a putting green, three holes of the golf course (holes 1, 2, and 9), a pro shop, a restaurant with a
full bar with a Type 47 liquor license, and a large surface parking lot. The building housing the
existing pro shop and restaurant was built after 1976.
The golf course holes are located westerly and down -slope of the driving range, adjacent to Irvine
Avenue and Mesa Drive. The approximately 1,050-square-foot putting green is located between
the golf course holes and the building. The table below details the existing development at the site.
Table 2 — Existing Square Footage
Use
Area
(square feet)
Driving Range
38 Bays
Building
Restaurant/bar
4,965
Pro shop
4,010
Service building
2,782
Driving range building
2,664
Total
14,421
The existing development also includes a 280-space surface parking lot and a driveway on Irvine
Avenue. The site is accessed via the driveway on Irvine Avenue, south of Orchard Drive, which
allows for right turns only exiting out of the parking lot. Vehicles entering the Project site can
either turn right if traveling northbound or left if traveling southbound on Irvine Avenue.
Existing hours of operation for the driving range and golf course are 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. with
night lighting in place to allow for continued operation during the evening hours. The hours of
operation for the pro shop are generally 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. The restaurant generally operates
from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
General Plan
The City's General Plan designation for the Project site is Parks and Recreation (PR), which
applies to land used or proposed for active public or private recreational use. Permitted uses include
parks (both active and passive), golf courses, marina support facilities, aquatic facilities, tennis
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clubs and courts, private recreation, and similar facilities. The Project site is identified as Anomaly
Number 58, with a development limit of 20,000 square feet.
Zoning
The Project site is located within the Santa Ana Heights Specific Plan, which provides the zoning
regulations for the property. The zoning designation for the Project site is Open Space/Recreation
(OS/R). Permitted uses, subject to a use permit, include golf courses and outdoor commercial
recreation. Accessory uses and structures are permitted when customarily associated with and
subordinate to a principal permitted use on the same building site.
Use Permit
Use Permit 1594 was approved by the City in 1972 and allows for a night -lighted 9-hole executive
type golf course built to country club standards, including a driving range, restaurant, pro -shop
and associated support uses. Use Permit 1594 pertains to both the proposed Project site located at
3100 Irvine Avenue, and southerly section of the golf course, located south of Mesa Drive. The
use permit specifies that the hours of operation and illumination are 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Proposed Project
Project Description
The Snug Harbor Project proposes to replace all improvements on the approximately 15.38-acre
Project site, including the existing Newport Beach Golf Course driving range and golf course holes
1, 2, and 9, with a surf lagoon, associated outdoor recreation, and ancillary uses. The Project will
maintain primary vehicle access location from Irvine Avenue and proposes secondary access from
Mesa Drive via a new curb cut. The attached architectural plan set details the proposed surf lagoon,
as well as the size and location of the parking area, proposed buildings, and outdoor shoreline
areas.
The focal use of Snug Harbor is a 7-acre surf lagoon. The lagoon will be divided into four distinct
areas including two outside surf breaks for left and right experienced surfers as well as two inside
breaks (smaller waves) for left and right beginning surfers. The maximum number of participants
in the lagoon is assumed to be 72 people with an average hourly usage of 35-45. The wave
mechanics can be changed at any time to alter the wave experience of the lagoon. A web and
application -based calendar will be available for reservations and posting of public versus private
operating hours.
The wave making machine is made up of a series of interlocking modules driven by energy
efficient motors. The wave is created as a wall of actuators undulates back and forth in a harmonic
snake -like action that forces the water to swell. The machinery is housed both above and below
grade in two locations at the apex of the wave lagoon. The technology recovers power for
additional use on the opposite side of the pool, and an energy management system reduces the
peak flow of the motor action by storing power during low use cycles. The wave making machine
generates very little noise and the facility will operate well below existing surrounding noise
sources (e.g., Irvine Avenue and John Wayne Airport).
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A collection of solar panels located in the major parking areas (as carports) and on the building
and patio shade structures will provide power for the wave machine as well as water heating for
the lagoon. The current wave making technology can be consistently powered mostly by solar
power during daylight hours, while supplemental power will be provided for non -daylight
operations. The planned wave technology is currently being used successfully in eight different
operating lagoons around the world.
Snug Harbor includes a variety of amenities ancillary to the surf lagoon such as health and fitness
facilities, a surf -related retail store, locker rooms, storage lockers, and food service. The main
building will be a three-story building, approximately 49,000 square feet in size and 48 feet in
height, located at the southwesterly corner of the Project site. Certain ancillary uses such as
maintenance equipment, supply equipment, and restrooms are considered incidental to the PR land
use designation and not included in determining intensity limits.
The building will be slightly curved along the perimeter of the surf lagoon. The ancillary amenities
will have public components and member components. The amenities that are open to the public
will be primarily located on the first floor and a portion of the second floor with the third floor
reserved for staff and member use only. The basement level will contain maintenance and storage
related uses. The site plan is detailed on Sheet A0.2 and the building elevations are detailed on
Sheet A2.0 of the architectural plan set.
The first floor will include a reception area and the surf academy for introduction and safety
instruction. First-time surfers will learn the mechanics of surfing in the surf academy which also
provides a space for veteran surfers to further their knowledge and hone their skills. Changing
rooms and storage lockers for patrons to store their surfboards and wetsuits, as well as a surf-
themed retail store for the purchase of surf apparel and accessories will be located on the first floor.
The first floor will also have food service with a sit-down restaurant and a full -service bar that will
be open from lunchtime through the evening for sit-down dining. Quick serve food service will be
provided at a coffee bar and shake and snack shack that will be open in the morning serving coffee
and healthy food options such as smoothies and acai bowls. The floor plan for the first floor is
detailed on Sheet Al.1 of the architectural plan set.
The second floor will include a spacious fitness facility and a yoga center with an outdoor yoga
and fitness deck. A locker and spa will provide an area for members to shower, change, and receive
treatments. Also located on the second floor is a member's lounge. A wrap around -style lanai will
extend across the building fronting the surf lagoon and around the corners of the building for
outdoor enjoyment and views of the surf lagoon. The floor plan for the second floor is detailed on
Sheet A1.2 of the architectural plan set.
The third floor of the building will include administrative offices and an operations center. Also
located on the third floor will be member suites and a music recording studio. Similar to the second
floor, a wrap around -style lanai will extend across the building fronting the surf lagoon and around
the corners of the building for outdoor enjoyment and views of the surf lagoon. The floor plan for
the third floor is detailed on Sheet A1.2 of the architectural plan set.
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The basement level of the building will include equipment storage rooms, a staff area, and a room
for member board storage. The floor plan for the basement level is detailed on Sheet Al.1 of the
architectural plan set.
The outdoor areas of Snug Harbor will include seating and lounging areas around the surf lagoon,
wave viewing platforms for spectators, private cabanas with bathrooms and showers, and three
warming pools and a spa. The warming pools range in size from approximately 640 to 1,600 square
feet and will be located around the perimeter of the surf lagoon. The spa and one of the pools will
be reserved for members and the remaining pools will be open to the public. All areas of the surf
lagoon and warming pools will be monitored by trained lifeguard professionals from lifeguard
towers and water safety platforms to ensure proper use and safety. The shoreline floor plan is
detailed on Sheet ALO of the architectural plan set.
A second building located at the southeast corner of the Project site will house 20 bungalow -style
athlete accommodations. The athlete accommodations building will be two -stories with a height
of 38 feet and approximately 9,432 square feet in size. The athlete accommodations will allow
visiting surfers a place to stay while they train in the surf lagoon and utilize fitness facilities. The
athlete accommodations floor plan is detailed on Sheet A1.3 and the elevations are detailed on
Sheet A2.1 of the architectural plan set. The table below provides a summary of the proposed
building area.
Table 3 — Building Area Summary
Main Building
Basement
4,085 sf
Staff Area, mechanical
Level 1
17,830 sf
Surf academy, change room and locker room,
food and beverage service, surf shop
Level 2
15,324 sf
Fitness, members locker room and lounge, spa
Level 3
11,982 sf
Operations, recording studio, VIP suites
Total
49,221 sf
Athlete Accommodations
Level 1
4,716 sf
10 units
Level 2
4,716 sf
10 units
Total
9,432 sf
Total Building Area
58,653 sf
20 units
Facility Operation
The facility will employ approximately 50 full-time and part-time employees with a range of
responsibilities from executive management to water safety to custodial duties. In addition to
lifeguards, there will be water safety specialists to guide participants on the technical aspects of
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the facility. Trained surf professionals will provide onsite instruction for surfers of all levels to
advance their knowledge and abilities of surfing. The surf-themed retail shop, restaurant and bar
will staff additional employees based on volume and standards consistent with a high -end
recreation facility. It is estimated that the average total personnel number on site will be
approximately 35 at any given time of day or week.
The proposed hours of operation for the surf lagoon are 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., 7 days a week
with ancillary amenity hours varying based on demand. The surf lagoon, restaurant, bar, and retail
store will be open to the public during most normal business hours however the lagoon will be
closed for members -only usage during certain hours of the day to accommodate member peak
demand. The facility is anticipated to host approximately 12 events per year.
Visual Character
The three-story amenity building has been designed to minimize height impacts by utilizing the
sloped nature of the Project site. The proposed beach theme native planting surrounding the wave
pool and in adjacent outdoor areas will complement the parking lot and exterior landscape areas,
which will use a planting palette as required by the Specific Plan.
The Specific Plan provides for a building height maximum of 18 feet unless a use permit is
approved. The proposed Project would have a maximum main building height of 48 feet and the
proposed athlete accommodations building would have a maximum height of 38 feet. A use permit
will be required to address the proposed heights. Finally, the Specific Plan requires a minimum
setback of 20 feet for front, side, and back yard setbacks. The following table details Project
compliance with the Specific Plan.
Parking and Circulation
The site will be accessed from Irvine Avenue in the general location of the existing driveway and
will provide left/right access into the site, and right -turn only access out of the site. A secondary
driveway is proposed along Mesa Drive. An internal drive aisle will provide internal circulation
from the main driveway, through the site towards Mesa Drive. A designated drop-off/valet area
will be located in front of the proposed building. The Project will provide approximately 351
parking spaces within two parking fields to serve the Project and also the golf operation. A 207-
stall parking lot will be located just inside the main entrance off Irvine Avenue with a smaller 144-
stall parking area located nearest Mesa Drive.
Signage and Deliveries
The Project proposes on -site signage. The Project signs would be informational and directional
and advisory, and subject to the City's discretionary approval process. Entry signage will be
positioned at the Project entries on Irvine Avenue and Mesa Drive. Delivery and service parking
will also be provided for oversize delivery and maintenance vehicles.
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Construction Schedule
Construction of the Project is anticipated to take 18 months to complete. During project
construction, parking and warm up hitting bays will remain available for golf course use, as well
as continued golf on properties to the north of Irvine Avenue and south of Mesa Drive. A detailed
phasing and construction management plan will be provided under separate cover.
Required Actions
General Plan
As discussed above, the proposed Project requests an amendment to the General Plan to allow for
an increase in the development intensity associated with Anomaly Number 58. The proposed
Project requests an increase from the current development limit of 20,000 to a maximum less than
60,000 square feet. The Project site is located in Statistical Area J5. There has been one General
Plan amendment within Statistical Area J5 that did not result in a change in intensity but added
one peak hour trip. The proposed outdoor recreation use is consistent with the Parks and Recreation
General Plan land use designation, which allows for public and private recreational uses.
Charter Section 423 - Measure S Compliance
The City's Charter Section 423 (Measure S) requires voter approval of any major amendment to
the Newport Beach General Plan. According to Charter Section 423, a "major amendment" is one
that significantly increases traffic, intensity, or density of allowed and proposed uses. In this case,
a major amendment would be a project that would increase the floor area for the property by more
than 40,000 square feet, or that would result in an increase of more than 100 peak hour traffic trips.
The General Plan allows for a development intensity of 20,000 square feet on the Project site. A
General Plan Amendment is requested to increase the development intensity for the site. The
project proposes approximately 58,653 sf of development, and includes uses such as maintenance
facilities, supply storage and restrooms that are considered incidental in the PR land use
designation and not included in determining intensity limits. The proposed increase will be below
the 40,000 square foot threshold established by Measure S. The proposed Project will not be
subject to voter approval due to the increase in development intensity.
Related to peak hour traffic trips, Measure S allows for an increase in 100 peak hour traffic trips
based on the Institute of Traffic Engineers (ITE) trip generation rate for a proposed use. The ITE
has not established a trip generation rate for a surf lagoon. As such, it is anticipated that the City
will identify an appropriate trip generation rate for the Project based on traffic data for similar
facilities located nationwide. Once a trip generation rate has been established, the City will perform
a traffic analysis that will take into account the traffic trips associated with the existing
development and the proposed traffic trips. If the Project generates fewer than 100 additional peak
hour traffic trips to the existing trips, the Project would not be considered a major amendment, and
would not be subject to voter approval.
Santa Ana Heights Specific Plan
As detailed above, the Project site is located within the Santa Ana Heights Specific Plan zoning
district, which provides the development regulations for the property. The Specific Plan indicates
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that the OS/R designation for the Project site was established to ensure the long-term use and
viability of the Newport Beach Golf Course but allows for development of other outdoor
commercial recreation as a principal use.
Use Permit
The Project will require a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) consistent with Newport Beach Zoning
Code §20.52.020. The use permit will identify the operational characteristics of the proposed
Project. In addition, the Specific Plan requires a CUP to allow for the construction of a building in
excess of 18 feet high. Draft findings will be provided under separate cover.
Modification Permit
The Project will require a modification permit because the proposed retaining walls located along
the roadways near the intersection of Irvine Avenue and Mesa Drive will exceed 8 feet in height.
Due to the existing topography, proximity to Santa Ana-Dehli Channel, and proposed site
elevation, retaining walls in this area are proposed to be up to 16 feet in height. The proposed
retaining wall heights are detailed on Sheet C-05 of the civil plan set.
The City evaluates each modification permit application through a set of criteria established by
Newport Beach Zoning Code §20.52.50 In addition, Zoning Code §20.52.50.E requires five
separate findings related to the Project. Draft findings will be provided under separate cover.
Site Development Review
The Project will require a major Site Development Review (SDR) permit because the proposed
building is greater than 20,000 square feet. The City evaluates each SDR application through a set
of criteria established by Newport Beach Zoning Code §20.52.080.C.2.c. In addition, Zoning Code
§20.52.080F requires three separate findings related to the Project. Draft Findings will be provided
under sperate cover.
The Project will require review by the Planning Commission and approval by the City Council.
The Project will also involve review by the Airport Land Use Commission (ALUC) and the Federal
Aviation Administration (FAA), given the proximity to the John Wayne Airport. It is anticipated
that an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) will be prepared in compliance with the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) per CEQA §21080.
Conclusion
The Newport Beach Golf Course was developed in the 1970s, and the improvements associated
with the facility are approaching the end of their useful life. The Project represents a substantial
investment in the Project site in a way that benefits the community and will provide a new
recreational facility in the City while also maintaining golf on the remainder of the golf course.
The proposed Snug Harbor facility would offer an iconic gathering spot in the City of Newport
Beach, increasing local property values, contributing substantial tax revenue, encouraging tourism,
and benefiting the community by providing an opportunity to participate in safe and unique
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recreation. The proposed facility will also provide new opportunities for surfers of all ages and
abilities, local schools, surf teams & clubs, corporate events, and community engagement.
We look forward to working with you on this exciting project. Please do not hesitate to contact me
with any questions.
Sincerely,
CAA PLANNING, INC.
Shawna L. Schaffiier
Chief Executive Officer
Attachments: Architectural Plans
Civil Plans
Landscape Plans
From: City Clerk's Office
Sent: August 27, 2024 4:45 PM
To: Mulvey, Jennifer
Subject: FW: District 3 Councilman Weigand's conflict of interest
From: Perez, Joselyn <]Perez@newportbeachca.gov>
Sent: Tuesday, August 27, 2024 4:45:07 PM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
To: City Clerk's Office <CityClerk@newportbeachca.gov>
Subject: FW: District 3 Councilman Weigand's conflict of interest
Correspondence received earlier this morning, after deadline.
Sincerely,
Joselyn Perez
Senior Planner
Community Development
Department
Office: 949-644-3312
100 Civic Center Drive
Newport Beach, CA 92660
From: Matt Nestlerode <nestlerode.matt@gmail.com>
Sent: August 27, 2024 10:47 AM
To: Christy Walker <cityroofing1357@gmail.com>
Cc: Laurie Kelly<laurie@silverliningrealty.com>; Jim Auster <iimauster@hotmail.com>; Weigand, Erik
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Subject: Re: District 3 Councilman Weigand's conflict of interest
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Well said, Christy. I also don't want my email included in emails to city officials. But I love
the level of engagement on local issues, discussion, different opinions, etc from this
Bayview Heights community. I've learned a lot and appreciate you guys.
Matt Nestlerode
2432 Azure Ave
Greenlaw Partners
On Tue, Aug 27, 2024 at 10:05 AM Christy Walker <cityroofing1357 gmail.com> wrote:
Good morning Neighbors,
Please refrain from including my email in letters to the City officials and representatives. I
included my email to be used to communicate with my neighbors and the neighborhood
watch team.
I do agree with some of your opinions and observations but not all in
their entirety. Therefore, when you say "...we do ask that you resign" you are inferring that
100% of us agree. When you write letters to city officials and include all our emails, that is
inferring we are all in agreement. I highly doubt that is the case, perhaps I am wrong and
am the only HO in Bayview Heights that feels as such.
I appreciate the emails and communication within our community. It has been very
beneficial to community safety and unity. When I have an issue with a City decision or
issue I go directly to them.
Thank you and Bayview Heights is one of the best neighborhoods/villages in NB. I strive to
preserve the uniqueness and beauty she offers all of us.
Best,
Chrity Walker
On Tue, Aug 27, 2024 at 8:50 AM Laurie Kelly <laurie@silverliningrealty.com> wrote:
I concur with Mr. Auster's assessment. If you cannot represent the interest of your
district in one the most important issues facing this area, then we do ask that you resign.
Laurie Kelly
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On Aug 26, 2024, at 8:27 PM, Jim Auster <iimauster@hotmail.com> wrote:
Dear Mr Weigand,
Last year you recused yourself for "conflict of interest" from votes related
to Element Housing development on Newport Beach Golf Course, noise
map revision, etc. Do you still have this conflict? Can you disclose what
your conflict is and why we are not being represented on this most
important issue to our neighborhood?. If not, should we assume you have
a personal financial interest in this golf course housing development and if
so, please consider your resignation from City Council.
Thanks
Jim Auster
FYI
Community Development Manager Seimone Jurgis said tomorrow's vote is
to approve $277,000 EIR environment review contract for Surf Farm's
application and does not exempt that application from EIR environmental
review. The confusing language about exemption from EIR review is just for
exemption of the issuing of the EIR contract from environmental review, go
figure!?
I responded by still opposing approval of EIR and instead to reject the Surf
Farm application because it intentionally submitted false and misleading
information about the future of NBGC.
Hi Jim,
Item 12 is approval of the EIR contract. The EIR contract is exempt from
environmental review not the surf farm.
Seimone Jurjis
Assistant City Manager /
Director of Community Development
Community Development Department
Office: 949-644-3282
100 Civic Center Drive
Newport Beach, CA 92660
On Aug 26, 2024, at 8:55 PM, Linda Giedt <lclemensgiedt@gmail.com>
wrote:
Hi Guys,
The Surf Farm is listed as #12 on the Regular Session agenda, which begins
at 6:00 PM
I really think we need some professional help to combat what is happening
with the golf course and ultimately the 690 units on Mesa Dr. Have you
seen the report for the Surf Farm dated 8/15? This project is
massive. Please read it if you can. Unfortunately, I think we need an
attorney to help with all this technical/legal stuff. The city could care less
about us.
Newport Golf LLC owns the center parcel and the southern parcel (Mesa
Dr). The northern parcel by the 73 freeway is owned by the County of
Orange.
The main building is 49,000 sq ft and 48 ft tall so 3 stories. The second
building (for overnight facilities for athletes (if you can believe that one)) is
over 9,000 sq ft and 38 ft tall so 2 stories.
50 employees
6 am to 11 pm 7 days a week
12 events per year. So basically once a month they have some kind of
event which most likely brings more people to the site.
They want a driveway/parking on Mesa Dr. as well as Irvine Ave which they
claim will support "golf operations"
18 months to complete! Thus, construction employees and equipment
clogging Irvine Ave and Mesa Dr for a year and a half - most likely longer
The project is requesting an amendment to the General Plan because of
the square footage of the project - see page 8
This report specifically mentions the Santa Ana Heights Specific Plan -
bottom of page 8
They are looking for a bunch of waivers so they can build these buildings
because they are over 20,000 sq ft - page 9
Surf is tricky because they are aware of the requirement for a vote by the
people and reference it in the report a few times.
It will require review from the Planning Commision, ALUC and FAA because
of its proximity to JWA - page 9
Additionally, the report references a few times that the golf course has
three parts. Thus, it is hard to say that building this project will not affect
the rest of the golf course (north and south parcels).
ill require a major Site Development Review (SDR) permit because the
proposed
building is greater than 20,000 square feet.
maing will be a three-story building, approximately 49,000 square feet in size
and 48 feet in
height,
The main
building will be a three-story building, approximately 49,000 square feet in size
and 48 feet in
height,
You can see all the plans for the Surf Farm on the link below. Just zoom
on the area and click on the dot. Attached is the 8/15 report.
https://nbgis.newportbeachca.gov/gispub/Dashboards/PlanningCasesDa
sh.htm
Thanks, Linda
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3857 Birch Street #472
Newport Beach CA 92660
949-500-3648
From: City Clerk"s Office
To: Mulvey, Jennifer
Subject: FW: Newport Beach Golf Course
Date: September 10, 2024 9:46:39 AM
From: Biddle, Jennifer <JBiddle@newportbeachca.gov>
Sent: Tuesday, September 10, 2024 9:46:35 AM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
To: City Clerk's Office <CityClerk@newportbeachca.gov>
Subject: FW: Newport Beach Golf Course
From: jerrysocal@aol.com <jerrysocal@aol.com>
Sent: September 10, 2024 8:17 AM
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Subject: Newport Beach Golf Course
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Please save Newport Beach Golf Course! The public who use the course do not
want the city to use parts of the course for other non golf related activities.
Thank you for your assistance.
Jerry Shaw
From: Biddle, Jennifer
Sent: September 10, 2024 9:47 AM
To: City Clerk's Office
Subject: FW: Newport Beach Golf Course
From: jerrysocal@aol.com <jerrysocal@aol.com>
Sent: September 10, 2024 8:17 AM
To: Dept - City Council<CityCouncil@newportbeachca.gov>
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Please save Newport Beach Golf Course! The public who use the course do not want
the city to use parts of the course for other non golf related activities. Thank you
for your assistance.
Jerry Shaw
From: Biddle, Jennifer
Sent: September 09, 2024 4:03 PM
To: City Clerk's Office
Subject: FW: How dare you
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From: Young 8ath <young8ath@gmail.com>
Sent: September 09, 2024 11:39 AM
To: Dept - City Council <CityCouncil@newportbeachca.gov>
Subject: How dare you
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I cannot believe you would consider getting rid of NBGC for an artificial surf lagoon 10 min from THE
BEACH ??????
Absolutely not no thank you.
From: Biddle, Jennifer
Sent: September 09, 2024 10:51 AM
To: City Clerk's Office
Subject: FW: Please Save Newport Beach Driving Range
From: Suzanne Lang <suzanne1195@gmail.com>
Sent: September 09, 2024 10:40 AM
To: Dept - City Council <CityCouncil@newportbeachca.gov>
Subject: Please Save Newport Beach Driving Range
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Hello City Council Members,
This driving range and facility is such an amazing and affordable resource for all ages we
need to keep this as is for many years to come.
As a long term residence of Newport Beach who doesn't have the financial resources to
Learn and play golf elsewhere NBGC and driving range has allowed me to practice and
Learn how to play this last year. I have used the facility and restaurant every week for the
Last year along with two friends. All three of us are first time users and have formed a
support group to encourage and learn golf. Without this resource I know I would not have
taken the first step to attempt at golf. It offers the only ease of use and opportunity
around!
Surfing is not an option for many people and for those that want that the beaches offer
miles of free opportunities to do so.
Please, please save this for people that need socialization and exercise that golf and the
NBGC offers!!!!
Thanks very much,
Suzanne Lang
From: Biddle, Jennifer
Sent: September 09, 2024 9:56 AM
To: City Clerk's Office
Subject: FW: Save Newport Beach Golf Course!
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From: Gabriel Lagouros <gklstructures@gmail.com>
Sent: September 09, 2024 9:53 AM
To: Dept - City Council <CityCouncil@newportbeachca.gov>
Subject: Save Newport Beach Golf Course!
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Develop elsewhere like Castaways park, or failing businesses and empty buildings along PCH north of
Castaways. Leave municipal golf courses alone! Surf lagoon is cringe, kitsch and reckless unsustainable
use of water! Southern California has the Pacific ocean, hello? You're redistributing and eroding major
amenities from the middle class. Take the driving range permit a tower and build virtual practice bays
and reinvest into the golf course.
Gabriel Lagouros
From: Biddle, Jennifer
Sent: September 09, 2024 9:55 AM
To: City Clerk's Office
Subject: FW: Newport Beach Golf Course
From: Jonathan Malter <jonathan.malterl@gmail.com>
Sent: September 09, 2024 9:49 AM
To: Dept - City Council <CityCouncil@newportbeachca.gov>
Subject: Newport Beach Golf Course
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City Council -
Let me start by saying I'm sure you receive nasty emails daily about things that are outside
of your control. As a resident of District 6, we are thankful for everything you do for our
community.
I wanted to take a moment to write on behalf of saving Newport Beach Golf Course. As an
avid golfer, this facility gives people of all skill levels a place to play 18 holes and practice
all elements of their game.
More importantly, NBGC is AFFORDABLE! It gives access to the game of golf to those
people who may not have the means to play other courses. For reference, I've listed a few
other 18 hole golf courses and their rates below:
1. Pelican Hill- $500/round
2. Strawberry Farms- $180/round
3. Oak Creek- $180/round
4. Tustin Ranch- $160/round
5. Newport Beach Golf Course- $35/round
Newport Beach has over 10 miles of coastline for people to surf. Creating an
artificial surfing facility less that 3 miles from the beach seems silly and a waste of space.
Thank you for taking the time to read this and considering saving Newport Beach Golf
Course!
-Jonathan Matter
From: Biddle, Jennifer
Sent: September 09, 2024 9:17 AM
To: City Clerk's Office
Subject: FW: Newport Beach Golf Course
From: Connor Campbell <connorcampbellO@gmail.com>
Sent: September 09, 2024 9:17 AM
To: Dept - City Council <CityCouncil@newportbeachca.gov>
Subject: Newport Beach Golf Course
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Dear City Council,
Please take the time to consider saving Newport Beach Golf Course. NBGC is a great place
for friends, families, and community members to gather and hit a quick bucket of balls or
play 18 holes at an affordable price. As a father to be, and former college golfer, having a
local golf course open to the public is such an important part of growing the game and
giving access to those who can't afford the country club lifestyle. We surf from the wedge
to the river jetties.... Let's keep it that way. Save Newport Beach Golf Course.
Best,
Connor Campbell
562.305.9777
From: Biddle, Jennifer
Sent: September 09, 2024 9:10 AM
To: City Clerk's Office
Subject: FW: Newport Beach Golf Course
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From: DAVID MACKLER <dmacktak@aol.com>
Sent: September 09, 2024 9:07 AM
To: Dept - City Council <CityCouncil@newportbeachca.gov>
Subject: Newport Beach Golf Course
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Dear city Council members,
Newport Beach Golf Course is the only affordable golf course in the area, and it is a very well patronized
facility. There are numerous opportunities for surfing along the beaches, and having been involved in the
Wave pool at Surf City at Knotts Berry Farm, I understand the magnitude and huge ecological impact on
the environment and natural resources that would be required to construct this facility.
I recommend the golf course remain.
Sincerely,
David Mackler, AIA
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From: Biddle, Jennifer
Sent: September 09, 2024 8:46 AM
To: City Clerk's Office
Subject: FW: Rezoning Newport Beach Golf Course
From: Robin Page <robinpage310@gmail.com>
Sent: September 09, 2024 8:44 AM
To: Dept - City Council <CityCouncil@newportbeachca.gov>
Subject: Rezoning Newport Beach Golf Course
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Dear City Council,
We have had the joy and benefit of using Newport Beach golf course. Please recognize the
importance of open green space and access to reasonable golf for kids and families.
Everything is growing further and further away from the average family being able to afford
anything. What we don't need are developers taking over every inch of green space. We do
not need more housing for the rich. Please reconsider. This just happened in Sherman
Oaks and it is your responsibility to keep the average family active. Golf is one of the
fastest growing sports for kids. Please save the golf course. Please back families, not
developers.
Best,
Robin Page
From: Biddle, Jennifer
Sent: September 09, 2024 8:45 AM
To: City Clerk's Office
Subject: FW: Opposition to Redevelopment of Newport Beach Golf Course into
Apartments
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From: Ryan Christopher <ryanlisack@icloud.com>
Sent: September 09, 2024 8:35 AM
To: Dept - City Council <CityCouncil@newportbeachca.gov>
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Subject: Opposition to Redevelopment of Newport Beach Golf Course into Apartments
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Dear Newport Beach City Council
I hope this email finds you well. I am writing to express my concern and opposition to the proposed
redevelopment of Newport Beach Golf Course into apartment buildings.
As a resident I believe the golf course is a valuable community asset. Beyond being a beautiful green
space, it provides recreational opportunities, supports local wildlife, and contributes to the quality of life
in our city. Replacing this with high -density housing will not only eliminate a beloved public amenity but
also significantly increase traffic, strain infrastructure, and alter the character of our neighborhood.
I understand the need for housing development, but I urge the council to consider alternative locations
for new residential projects that do not sacrifice existing community spaces. Redeveloping this golf
course would mean losing an important part of what makes Newport Beach a desirable place to live.
Please consider the long-term impact on the community and preserve the golf course for future
generations. I would be happy to discuss this further or attend any meetings to voice my concerns.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Ryan Lisack
From: Biddle, Jennifer
Sent: September 09, 2024 8:45 AM
To: City Clerk's Office
Subject: FW: Save Newport Beach Golf Course!!
From: Andrew Mason <andrewmason9332@gmail.com>
Sent: September 09, 2024 8:28 AM
To: Dept - City Council <CityCouncil@newportbeachca.gov>
Subject: Save Newport Beach Golf Course!!
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I am a local resident opposed to the project to turn the Newport Beach Golf Course into a
surf pool/housing development. The golf course provides public access to affordable golf
in our communityfor thousands of people.
A surf pool would be less used and frankly pointless. We have an ocean. I would be all in
favor of updating the golf course/driving range.
Thank you for your consideration.
Regards,
Andrew Mason
andrewmason9332@gmail.com
+1 (949) 278-2603
From: Biddle, Jennifer
Sent: September 09, 2024 8:45 AM
To: City Clerk's Office
Subject: FW: Newport Beach Golf Course
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From: Steve Malloy <steve.l.malloy@gmail.com>
Sent: September 09, 2024 8:24 AM
To: Dept - City Council <CityCouncil@newportbeachca.gov>
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Please do not approve the proposal to develop the Newport Beach Golf Course into a surf & water park.
I use the golf course weekly with other local friends. It is a nice community resource. Newport Beach has
plenty of beaches where one can go surfing, but only this one affordable public course.
Steve Malloy
From: Biddle, Jennifer
Sent: September 09, 2024 8:44 AM
To: City Clerk's Office
Subject: FW: Newport Beach Golf Course
From: Blake Byrne <blakebyrnel@gmail.com>
Sent: September 09, 2024 8:23 AM
To: Dept - City Council <CityCouncil@newportbeachca.gov>
Subject: Newport Beach Golf Course
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Hello City Council,
The Newport Beach Golf Course may not be the nicest or classiest golf course, but it is the
only public golf course in the city limits of Newport Beach.
Bulldozing this golf course sends a message that Newport Beach believes that golf should
only belong to those who can afford a private country club membership. There are two
private country clubs in Newport Beach city limits and one adjacent to the city boundary,
the fees to join such clubs are beyond exorbitant and would leave golf inside the city of
Newport Beach inaccessible to those outside the top 1 % of our society.
This is an essential green space in an already densely populated area where I learned to
play golf, where my children play, and we have countless memories.
I love surfing as much as the next Newport native, but we have a vast coastline with plenty
of surf spots for people to use that are just a few miles from the NBGC.
Lastly, we need less congestion and less traffic. Adding a shopping center and housing
would overcrowd this already densely populated space.
Regards,
Blake Byrne
blakebvrnel Ccbgmail.com
(714) 389-8949
Linkedln
From: Biddle, Jennifer
Sent: September 09, 2024 8:44 AM
To: City Clerk's Office
Subject: FW: Save Newport Beach Golf Course!
From: Zach Smith <smith.zachl@gmail.com>
Sent: September 09, 2024 8:18 AM
To: Dept - City Council <CityCouncil@newportbeachca.gov>
Subject: Save Newport Beach Golf Course!
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Newport Beach City Council,
I strongly object to developing the little bit of green open space that is Left in Newport
Beach. Also, I golf at this course regularly. It's the only affordable golf for many miles.
Sincerely,
Zach A. Smith
17251 Chestnut
I rvi ne, CA 92612
From: Biddle, Jennifer
Sent: September 09, 2024 8:44 AM
To: City Clerk's Office
Subject: FW: Oppose Artificial Surf Lagoon Proposal at Our Local Public Golf Course
From: Nina Smith <nm_smith@yahoo.com>
Sent: September 07, 2024 7:08 PM
To: Dept - City Council <CityCouncil@newportbeachca.gov>
Subject: Oppose Artificial Surf Lagoon Proposal at Our Local Public Golf Course
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Dear Newport Beach Council Members,
As a Newport Beach resident, I am writing to express my concern regarding the proposal to install an
artificial surf lagoon at our local public golf course. While I appreciate the effort to innovate and attract
new recreational activities, I believe that this project is not in the best interest of our community for these
important reasons.
First, the environmental impact of such a development is significant. Constructing and maintaining an
artificial lagoon requires substantial amounts of water and energy. Given the ongoing drought conditions
and the need for sustainable water management, investing in a water -intensive project seems
shortsighted. Additionally, the lagoon could disturb local ecosystems, including wildlife habitats, which
thrive in the green spaces of our golf course.
Second, our local golf course serves as an accessible recreational area for a wide range of residents,
from senior citizens to youth programs. My neighbor's son is on the Newport Harbor High School golf
team, and this golf course is the ONLY nearby course for him to access. Repurposing part of it for a
surf lagoon would limit its availability and decrease the overall green space in our community. The golf
course is a long-standing community asset that provides both recreation and environmental benefits.
Reducing this valuable open space for an expensive, niche activity doesn't reflect the needs or desires of
the majority of our residents. Also, if people want to surf, they have a beautiful ocean 2 miles from this
golf course and should make use of real waves.
Finally, it's essential to consider the long-term vision for our community. Instead of building artificial and
water -intensive attractions, we should be focusing on projects that foster sustainability, preserve green
spaces, and promote recreation for all residents. Enhancing our parks, investing in renewable energy, or
developing more accessible outdoor amenities would better align with the values of conservation and
inclusion that we strive to uphold.
urge you to reconsider the proposal for an artificial surf lagoon and prioritize initiatives that are more
environmentally sustainable, financially prudent, and beneficial to the entire community.
Thank you,
Nina
Nina Smith and Jeanine Scalero
2224 Heather Ln
Newport Beach, CA 92660
M: (949) 274-1288