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City of Newport Beach
Parks, Beaches Et Recreation Commission
• Tuesday, March 4, 2008 - 7pm— City Council Chambers
AGENDA
ORDER AND ROLL CALL
DIRECTOR'S COMMENTS
• Director Morgan
• Director Harmon
• City Council Actions
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Members of the public are invited to comment on non - agenda items of public interest. Speakers are limited to
three minutes.
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
All matters listed under Consent Calendar 1 -4 are considered by the Commission to be routine and will all be
enacted by one motion in the form listed below. The Commission Members have received detailed staff reports on
each of the items recommending approval and there will be no separate discussion of these items prior to the time
the Commission votes on the motion unless members of the Commission, staff, or the public request a specific
item to be discussed and /or removed from the Consent Calendar for separate action. The City provides a yellow
sign -in card for those wishing to address the Commission to assist in the preparation of the minutes. If you do fill
out the card please place it in the box at the podium.
CONSENT CALENDAR
• 1. Minutes of the February 6, 2008 regular meeting. Waive reading of subject minutes, approve and
order filed.
2. Park $ Operations Division Activity Report. Receive /file monthly Activity Report for activities and
upcoming projects.
3. Recreation Et Senior Services Activity Report. Receiveifile monthly Activity Report for activities and
upcoming projects.
4. Picnic Table Donation. Approve donation by Muriel Bartick of a picnic table at Peninsula Park.
INFORMATION / DISCUSSION
5. Sunset Ridge Park Draft Concept Plan -Continuation of public meetings for Sunset Ridge Park design.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
• Park Development - Allen, Brown, Lugar —
• RecreationlSenior Activities - Brown, Lugar
• Budget - Garrett, Brown, Lugar - UPDATE
• Ad Hoc -- Community Service Award - Garrett, Ruzicka
Youth Sports Liaison - Rurcka
• Other -- Santa Ana River Vision Plan - Trapp, Garrett
1/1 Memorial Committee - Garrett-UPDATE
Marina Park - Garrett - UPDATE
' FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS - Matters which Commissioners may wish to place on a future agenda or raise for discussion.
ADJOURNED
Q rEWPORT
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PB &R Commission Agenda
Item No.
March 4, 2008
TO: Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission
FROM: Parks and Trees Maintenance Superintendent and Operations Support
Superintendent
SUBJECT: February, Parks, Trees, and Operations Division Activity
Report
Parks Maintenance Division Activities
Parks Maintenance Division staff continues working with the Public Works
Department on numerous projects in planning and construction phases.
2. The development of the new Upper Bayview Park in Santa Ana Heights is
• proceeding on schedule.
3. The Mariners Park/Ball Field Renovation Project was completed on schedule, and
the goal to be ready for the Little League Grand Opening on March 1, 2008, was
accomplished due to a strong collaborative effort by all staff involved.
4. The Cliff Drive Park Stairway Replacement Project and installation of custom
anodized aluminum handrails has been completed. This project provided a nice
upgrade to the park site, along with improved public safety.
5. New landscape and irrigation was installed around the new modular building
recently installed in front of City Hall. This building will be utilized by the Human
Resources Department during recruitment efforts.
6. Several sloped areas below Ensign View Park were
recently renovated. The project entailed removing areas
of old ice plant that had died back, installing a burlap
mesh material called jute for erosion control,
and installing ice plant cuttings treated with a rooting
compound.
This renovation provided for an improved Park appearance, and once established,
' the ice plant will thrive with minimal irrigation. A similar slope renovation was
also completed on the Corona del Mar bluffs near Marigold Avenue.
7. On February 19, 2008, Pest Control Technician Greg Lewis, Anthony Petrarca and
Daniel Tover attended a pesticide training hosted by Target Specialty Products.
Training topics included: Palm diseases, insects in the landscape, pesticide product
updates, plant growth regulators, weed control, and laws and regulations.
• The Parks Division has an outstanding pesticide safety record, due in part by
attending ongoing trainings.
8. On February 19, 2008, Kim Pederson and Brett McCulloch of the Parks Division
attended a training regarding athletic field maintenance. Training topics included:
soil compaction, fertilization, pest and weed control, dethatching, aerating, seeding
versus sod, turf varieties, and coordinating activities with the various sports groups.
9. Parks Division staff members, John Gemme, Harold Link and Daniel Tovar
attended four trainings sponsored by the Irvine Ranch Water District regarding
California Friendly Landscapes. Staff received the following certificates of
completion:
• Irrigation Principles and Adjustments and Repairs
• Irrigation System Troubleshooting
• Controller Programming
• Irrigation Scheduling
Trees Division Activities
During the month of January, 1,248 trees were trimmed, 22 trees planted, 16 trees
removed and crews responded to 12 emergency tree calls. The City's tree trimming
• contractor, West Coast Arborists, is currently pruning trees within the Corona Del Mar
area, as part of the City's overall grid trimming schedule. Approximately 252 Ficus
trees, 255 Coral trees, and 1,900 palm trees have been pruned throughout the City of
Newport Beach in order to mitigate potential limb failure during the storm season.
Crews continue to prune trees in the Newport Coast area as scheduled from October
through May, which is part of the maintenance agreement between the City and the
Newport Coast Community.
Since July 2004, under City Council direction and funding, staff has undertaken
an extensive root pruning effort. Combined efforts of staff from the Field
Maintenance, Tree Maintenance Division, and West Coast Arborists have
resulted in the root pruning of 911 trees to date. This effort will mitigate any
potential property damage from City tree roots and provide for tree longevity in
the urban forest. The extensive work includes root pruning, root barrier
installation, and hardscape repairs at each tree site.
2. The General Services Department will begin a street and sidewalk repair project
on 32 "d Street between Newport Boulevard and Balboa Boulevard. This will be a
joint effort between the Field Maintenance and Parks and Trees Divisions.
However, the repairs will require severe root pruning of four City Cajeput trees
in order to accommodate the street and sidewalk repairs. Subsequently, this will
cause the trees to destabilize and ultimately pose a potential liability. Therefore,
the four City Cajeput trees will require removal. The trees will be replaced, and
an additional seven tree planting sites will be established by the Field
Maintenance Division staff.
3. Based on February's. GI Reforestation presentation by the City Attorney to the
Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission, staff has completed the attached
Reforestation Check List for your information. The check list was created to
• assist staff in simplifying, and assuring that all future reforestation requests are
complete and submitted in a timely manner to the Commission for review.
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4. Tree City USA Award — Tree City USA recognizes communities that have
proven their commitment to an effective, onring community forestry program.
Newport Beach is being recognized for the 18 consecutive year for this award.
5.
Tree City USA is sponsored in cooperation with the National Association of State
Foresters, USDA Forest Service, and the National Arbor Day Foundation.
Growth Award — Newport Beach is recognized for the 13`x' consecutive year for
our efforts in strengthening the local tree care programs. Newport Beach is one of
the few California cities receiving this award for 10 or more consecutive years,
and is listed as a Sterling Community by the National Arbor Day Foundation.
A Sterling Community city is a city that has gone beyond the standards set by the
Tree City USA. There are two cities in the County and five cities in the State that
are recognized as a Sterling Community — and Newport Beach is one of the select
few.
On January 29, 2008, the Urban Forester John
Conway responded to a call from a concerned
resident regarding City trees that were being
removed near her home. The City trees were
located in a roadside area that is maintained by the
homeowners association (HOA), who authorized
the removals as part of their site renovation plans.
John Conway contacted the HOA management
representative who believed the trees were HOA property since they maintained
the landscape. Clarification about ownership was provided by John, and the tree
removal activity was stopped.
6. On February 6, 2008, Urban Forester John Conway attended a Pesticide
Applicators Professional Association (PAPA) seminar held in San Bernardino.
Seminar topics included:
• Laws and Regulations Update
• Invasive Insect Control Programs for the Landscape
• Quantifying the Value of Urban Trees
• Biology of Gophers and Ground Squirrels
John is a licensed Agricultural Pesticide Advisor, a Certified Arborist, and a
Qualified Applicator. John keeps his license and certificates up to date through
continuing his education in his field.
' 7. On February 14, 2008, staff met with West Coast Arborists representatives to
discuss several issues related to our tree management program. Included in this
discussion were ideas to reduce overall costs, emergency response related to tree
issues, high - maintenance areas, and the planting of larger (36 ") trees when
possible. Our goal is to ensure a cost effective urban forest program while
maintaining our current high standards.
• 8. In 2005, Soil and Plant Laboratory tested the Olive trees at the Central Library for
disease, because the trees were showing signs of decline. Since that time, Parks
and Trees Division staff has been in communication with the Library staff and
The Irvine Company regarding the health and appearance of the trees. The 55
Olive trees tested positive for both fungal wilt and bacterial leaf scorch diseases,
for which there is no known cure.
Recently, staff from the Parks and Trees Maintenance Division and Library, and
The Irvine Company toured and inspected the trees. With no improvement to the
trees' health, Parks and Trees Maintenance staff presented a list of possible
replacements. More discussion is scheduled on the variety of replacement trees,
cost estimates, and funding sources.
9. The attached Tree Activity Report summarizes requests and field activities
performed during the past month.
Beach Maintenance Activities
1. During the last week of January, a forty foot cabin cruiser which was moored off
of Corona Del Mar Main Beach sank and partially broke apart. The flying bridge
of the boat eventually washed into shore, consequently creating a safety hazard
for swimmers and beach visitors. Lifeguard dispatch requested the assistance of
• the Beach Maintenance Division staff to help remove the section of debris, before
it broke up any further. A loader and dump truck were immediately dispatched to
the scene, and with the experience and expertise of our Beach Maintenance staff,
they were able to dispose of the hazard off the beach in a safe and timely manner.
Crews typically are called out a few times a year to do such emergency boat
debris removal.
2. Although the rains have currently stopped, and the flows from the Santa Ana
River and the Back Bay have slowed down, staff continues to work along
oceanfront and bay front beaches. Since the clean-up began in mid- January, over
600 tons of debris has been hauled away. Now that the majority of large debris
has been cleared from along the shoreline, the City's two mechanical sanitizers
can start the deep cleaning process. There is still much hand work to be
' performed, clearing debris from on top of the groins, in and around the City's
pocket beaches on the bay front.
3. Crews have been staying busy cleaning up after strong winds that accompanied
late January and early February storms. Strong North and Southerly winds blew
on a regular basis, consequently inundating oceanfront walkways, bike trials, and
• street ends with wind blown sand.
4. Heavy equipment and an outside hauling contractor were used to remove
approximately 300 tons of kelp at Corona Del Mar Main Beach and adjacent to
the Newport Pier, which had broken loose as a result of strong winds and rough
surf.
• 5. Rain totals for the season are just over seven and half inches. Crews continue to
do a great job of keeping up with the unpredictable weather conditions, during
this most unusual winter.
See attached General Services Department, Activities Report for January 2008.
V espec lly,
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Dan P. Sereno
Parks and Trees Maintenance Superintendent
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Rick Greaney
Operations Support Superintendent
Attachments: (A) Tree Activity Report 2007 -2008
(B) General Services Department January 2008 Activities Report
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Reforestation Check List
#--Property owners notified %_Agreed with removal
YES NO
Meets Minimum Reforestation Requirements: ❑ ❑
Department Signature: Date:
City Attorney Reviewed:
Urban
Parks and Trees
General Services
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Verged by:
Legally Established
Forester
Superintendent
Director
Homeowners Association
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Individual Private Property Owner(s)
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Reforestation Application
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(90) days Reforestation Request Compliance
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Resolution of the Board of Directors, Minutes, Notices
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(Legally Established Homeowners Association)
Damaue/ImDact
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Blue Water View Impact
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Incorrect Tree Species
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Hardscape Damage:
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❑Curb /Gutter
❑Sidewalk
❑Utility
Individual Private Property Owner(s) ONLY
Urban
Parks and Trees
General Services
Verged by:
Forester
Superintendent
Director
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Written Agreement by Individual Property Owner(s)
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Staff Approved Petition
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Property Owners Signatures Verified
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Meets 60% Reforestation Criteria:
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#--Property owners notified %_Agreed with removal
YES NO
Meets Minimum Reforestation Requirements: ❑ ❑
Department Signature: Date:
City Attorney Reviewed:
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CLAIM REMOVALS
Fiscal Year 2007- 2008
MONTH TREE # LOCATION
July -07 0
Auaust -07 0
September -07 0
October -07 0
November -07 0
December -07 1 2000 Dover Drive
1 425 Riverside Avenue
January -08 0
PROBLEM TREE REMOVALS
. Fiscal Year 2007 -2008
MONTH TREE # LOCATION
July -07 0
Auaust -07 0
September -07 0
October -07 1 1216 East Balboa Blvd
November -07
December -07
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January 2008
General Services Department Activities Report
T"� MONTH H
THIS MONTH
LAST YEAR
TOTAL TO
DATE
TTD LAST
YEAR
ASPHALT /CONCRETE
Street Patching (Tons of Blacktop)
357
469
2,777
2,868
Sidewalk Repaired (sq. ft)
4,545
3,485
35,016
21,867
Curb & Gutter Replacement (lin. ft.)
282
341
2,380
3,158
Sweeping, Beach Cleaning, Demo Materials (tons)
661
385
2,888
2,519
Asphalt/Concrete Recycled (tons)
244
430
2,654
2,782
SIGNS & TRAFFIC MARICNGS
Signs Made
124
94
1,208
7,054
Signs Installed
263
201
1,632
1,342
Decals
18
28
877
1,000
Special Purpose Signs/Banners
16
14
541
297
Street Striping (fin. ft.) Added /Replaced
1,217
1,351
440,635
569,071
Pavement Markings (including reflective)
88
33
1,226
1,147
Parking Stalls
0
4
38
178
Curb Painting (lin. ft.)
9,172
19,923
62,260
68,391
Thermoplastic (lin. ft.)
0
0
4
9,614
Sign Posts Installed
54
54
227
251
GRAFFm
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Graffiti Incidents Removed by Staff
SQ
178
1,838
1,286
Graffiti Incidents Removed by Contractor
78
65
491
416
REpus6 COLLECTION
Residential (tons)
3,224
3,112
22,456
22,888
Liquid HazMat Incidents
14
6
91
6
E -Waste Incidents
8
11
220
11
U -Waste Incidents
0
18
63
18
Recyclables (tons)
894
819
6,378
6,673
TREES
Trimmed by Staff
126
96
1,201
911
Trimmed by Contractor
1,248
1,226
7,093
10,053
Removed
16
11
92
60
Planted
22
14
104
141
Roots Pruned by Contractor
0
0
0
0
Roots Pruned by Staff
13
14
187
145
AUTOMOTIVE
Repairs
331
342
2,084
2,114
Preventive Maintenance Completed
82
92
542
516
PM Labor Hours
211
184
1,190
1,002
BEACH MAUVENANCE
Beach Area Refuse (tons)
49
53
613
544
Beach Debris (tons)
558
39
1,016
558
SWEEPING/STORM DRAm..
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Gutter Miles Swept
4,374
4,730
33,180
33,078
Sweeping Debris (cubic yards)
523
627
3,916
3,981
Storm Drain Debris (cubic yards)
24
89
327
423
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To: Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission
From: Wes Morgan, Recreation 8 Senior Services Director
Re: Recreation and Senior Services Division Monthly Activities Report
The following information is enclosed:
• Page 2 Reports on the activities of the Recreation Division.
• Page 6 — Reports on the activities of the Senior Services Division.
Item 3
March 4, 2008
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Recreation 8 Senior Services Division Monthly Activities Report
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RECREATION SERVICES
To: Parks, Beaches It Recreation Commission
From: Sean Levin, Recreation Superintendent
Re: Recreation Division Monthly Activities Report
SPECIAL EVENTS
Mariners Park Re- Dedication
Saturday, March 1
11am
Mariners Park
Special Olympics
Saturday, March 8
9am -1 pm
CdM High School
Flashlight Egg Hunt
Friday, March 14
6 -9pm
Bonita Creek Park
Youth Government Day
Thursday, March 20
8am -1 pm
City Hall
City Track Meet
Friday, April 18
4 -10pm
NHHS
SCMAF Track Meet
Saturday, May 10
All Day
TBA
27" Annual CdM Scenic 5k
Saturday, June 7
8am -11am
Ocean Blvd
ADULT SPORTS
BASKETBALL - The 2008 winter hoops leagues will wrap up play on March 26. The winners from the 12
(eight -seven total teams!) leagues will receive impressive glass sports mugs, along with a team
sponsor plaque. Recreation will have an all -time City of Newport Beach record 13 leagues available
for teams to play during the spring season. Thanks to the beautiful Newport Coast Community
Center and the Eastbluff Boys and Girls Club, more spots are available for teams to register for
leagues than ever before!
SOFTBALL - The 2008 spring Adult Slow Pitch Softball leagues swung into action the week of February
4 with a total of 77 teams registered for league play. Seventeen games were rained out during the
month of February! All rained out games were rescheduled on the tail end of the season. Panning is
underway for the summer Softball program. The summer league typically features 120 teams,
making it the single largest program for Newport Beach Adult Sports. Packets have been emailed or
mailed out to all returning teams. The registration deadline is April 16, with leagues beginning the
week of May 12. The Stockbrokers league is unique to the Summer Adult Softball program, with up
to 10 different brokerage firms competing in the league. All games are held at 4:45pm at Bonita
Creek Park.
SOCCER - The City is excited to operate the popular 11- person adult coed soccer league in -house
beginning in the spring. The City has assumed responsibility for scheduling, officials, and
administration of the popular league. Over 35 teams are expected to begin play during the week of
March 10.
YOUTH SPORTS
WINTER BASKETBALL - Winter Hoops at NCCC will be coming to a close March 10
with medats distributed to all participants for their great team work and
effort! This was a very popular program and due to the great demand
additional timeslots will be offered next year.
TRACK Ft FIELD - Registration for the Frank E. Anderson Youth Track 8 Field
Meet held on April 18, 2008 has begun. This event brings over 200 children of all ages to Davidson
Stadium at Newport Harbor high school. Participants will compete in many events, including the
high jump, long jump, softball throw, and running events. The winner in each age group will have a
chance to advance to the SCMAF Orange County Championship Meet.
Recreation @ Senior Services Division Monthly Activities Report
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TEEN PROGRAMS
YOUTH GOVERNMENT DAY — Youth Government Day will be March 20. All Department Heads received
an information packet outlining the one day internship, the mock Council Meeting and of course,
lunch! The Youth Council and the high school students are always excited to learn how government
works in real time.
FACILITIES USE AND REPAIRS
Facility Rentals
During the period of Jan 16. 2008 - Feb 15, 2008 there were:
• 14 Picnic /Park Area Rentals
• 28 Room Rentals
• 8 Field Rentals
• 12 Gym Rentals
There were total of (1) wedding reservation rentals for this period:
Inspiration Point- Jan 20, 2008 Attendance: 19 people
PARK PATROL
Requested calls are assigned visits by staff or schedule or phone requests. Customer Contacts are
the number of times they stopped and spoke to customers other than requested calls. Due to the
timing of the meeting, these monthly summaries will be two months behind (i.e. in June you will
receive April summary)
• During the month of Jan Park Patrol had the following contacts:
1. Requested Calls
0 63 with Youth Sports Groups
a 47 Field related issues /checks- monitored use of fields by Youth Sports organizations and
club teams, turned on /off field lights, reported goal posts still present at Peninsula, closed
fields on numerous days due to large amounts of rain, stopped golfing at Irvine Terrace
field.
0 10 Picnic/ reservation issues /checks: monitored scheduled picnic reservations at various
parks. Monitored small wedding at Inspiration Point, monitored a Laser Tag event at BCSP.
0 135 Community Center issues /checks: unlocked and locked various community center
rooms /gyms, checked on weekly meetings at community rooms, continued to assist Library
staff with preventing disruptive juveniles from loitering in front of Mariners Library.
Reported problem with gym lights at West Newport, advised man at Bonita Canyon SP not to
provide private lessons on tennis courts, stopped skateboarders on gazebo at Peninsula Park,
assisted NJB with a stuck backboard at West Newport Gym,
0 4 Playground checks - checked all playgrounds for safety issues and vandalism, removed
alcohol bottles from playground at Channel Place and Irvine Terrace Park playgrounds.
0 14other - checked and monitored film permit activities, moved fallen tree branch from
Eastbluff Park sidewalk, stopped basketball after dark at 381h Street Park, enforced leash
laws for dogs at 38`h Street Park. advised a man not to fly a remote controlled plane at CYC,
advised a company detailing cars in the parking lot at CYC to leave, assisted with interviews
for the Park Patrol position, stopped an un- permitted film shot at Little Corona Beach,
reported tire track damage to NBPD at BCSP, assisted a b -day party and city class with
sharing Carroll Beek after a scheduling mistake there.
0 2 Pre -event check
0 1 Post -event checks
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2. Public Contacts
0 35 education
1) 6 alcohol
0 20 dog related
Written Warnings Issued- 0
Citations Issued- 0
Additional Information: During this month, we continued to assist the Mariners Library staff with
monitoring and preventing disruptive youths from loitering in front of the library. We received a
lot of rain during this month resulting in numerous field closures.
SPECIAL EVENT PERMITS
As of Jan 15, 2008, there were 32 Special Event Permits processed and issued for the year. Those
events of note for this period are:
Hal Rossoff Kayak Race - Newport Aquatic Center - Feb 9, 2008 - Attendance: 80
RECREATION EVENTS / PROJECTS
Mariners Park - Saturday, March 1s` was a great day at on
Mariners Park with the re- dedication of the park and
Newport Harbor Baseball Associations Opening Day r
Celebration. The redesigned park includes a multi- Sato
purpose baseball /soccer field, basketball court, seat oa
walls, pavers, landscaping and new tot lots. The z`m
project was completed on time with the field
establishing itself prior to the March 1 opening day.
Many thanks to Public Works for coordinating weekly
meetings that included the contractor,
Environmental Design, Parks staff and Recreation
staff. Newport Harbor Baseball Association and AYSO 97 are
excited to have a new facility to help them serve their players and
parents!
SUNSET RIDGE PARK - Public Works and Recreation staff have been working with the community and
EPT Design to develop a concept plan for Sunset Ridge Park. The second community outreach
meeting was held February 11. On March 4 the PBEtR Commission continue to take public input. All
interested parties are encouraged to attend and provide input.
NEWPORT THEATRE ARTs CENTER - Staff has been working closely with the Public Works Department to
move the lobby and restroom renovation project forward. The project is now on track and is
scheduled to be done by the end of May. Additionally, Recreation staff has been working on a
project to address a water leakage issue at the NTAC that involved replacing windows and repairing
a wall that has been damaged as a result of the leakage.
Recreation & Senior Services Division Monthly Activities Report
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TRAINING -
• CPRS CONFERENCE - Staff attended the California Parks and Recreation Conference in Long Beach
February 26`h -29`h. This year's conference theme was "Building the Brand, Parks and Recreation as
an Essential Community Service." The conference featured 4 -days of educational sessions as well as
an extensive vendor's exhibit hall. Public Works staff joined us for a few hours at the conference
to attend the vendor's exhibit hall to see a variety of construction materials up close and personal.
PBR Commission Chair, Tim Brown hosted a session entitled "Meeting the Meeting Challenge for
Commissioners Et Board Members ". The session included a discussion of Roberts Rules of Order,
The Brown Act and an analysis of procedural issues arising in public meetings.
SPECIAL EVENTS
SPECIAL OLYMPICS - Partnering with the Orange County Special Olympics, the City of Newport Beach
Recreation Division is proud to host the 2008 Orange County Special Olympics Basketball
Tournament on Saturday, March B. This year marks the 18th consecutive year Newport Beach has
hosted this event at Corona del Mar High School.
The Orange Coast District Elks Club organizes a fun free -throw "Hoop Shoot" beginning at 9am in the
Boys gym for all teams, with full -court games scheduled from 10am through 2pm. The Elks club also
provides T- shirts and medals to all participants.
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From: Celeste Jardine -Haug, Senior Services Manager
Re:
Senior Services Division Monthly Activities Repor
Relocation - Senior Services Staff has been busy working in conjunction with the Recreation staff to
secure space for our senior classes and activities to be housed while our facility is under construction.
We are making great strides and should be able to accommodate at least 80% of the activities. As soon
as the plans are finalized, we will begin to speak to the groups to ensure that our plans will work for
them. We are also in the process of looking for office space for staff and the Friends of OASIS.
• Classes - The Emeritus college classes are back in session both at OASIS and at Newport Coast
Community Center. We offer 15 classes from Coastline College at the OASIS Center. These classes
range from exercise to fine art classes and are all free of charge. At Newport Coast we have had to
switch to Irvine Valley College because NCCC is in their district. Staff has been working with the college
and the seniors to insure a smooth transition. The classes at NCCC are going well as far as number of
students. The classes offered through IVC include ballroom dancing, creative writing, cooking for one,
oil painting and senior fitness.
Valentines Dance - The OASIS Band held a valentines dance on Friday, February 15`h. The Band played
all the old songs that the older generation loves to dance to. Dances are held once a month on the 3rd
Friday of the month and are supported by funding from the Friends of OASIS.
Tax Aid - The tax program began at the first of this month with a full house of appointments. This
program is brought to us through AARP Tax Aide program who, in conjunction with the IRS, train
volunteers to prepare tax returns. The program is open to people of all ages who have an income of less
than $60,000. The program is now fully automated with 8 volunteer counselors using computers and e-
filing the returns. Things have come a long way with technology.
Special Event - The Center held a special luncheon this week called the Fabulous February Lunch. The
food was great and the entertainment was even better.
• Donations - The Building fund executive committee and Neztel and Associates have been working hard
this month doing solicitations and setting up interviews in hopes of building up the capital campaign
fund. They are beginning with the Friends Board of Directors and the Building Fund Committee before
branching out to the community. A grant letter will be going out to the Crean Foundation as well.
Recreation £t Senior Services Division Monthly Activities Report
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PARTICIPANTS ATTENDING #REF! CUSTOMERS
• RECREATIONAL CLASSES
Kitchen Et Home Delivered Meals
Front Office
3,146 CUSTOMERS
PERSONALIZED SERVICES PROVIDED
Library
Instructors
1,683 CUSTOMERS
Includes:
Vice President
Bookkeeper
Taxes
Blood Pressure
12
Housing counseling
35
Braille
0
Information / Referral
970
Counseling- persons
45
Legal Assistance
5
Eldercare
5
Senior Assessment(hrs)
50
Employment
25
Telephone Reassurance
336
HICAP
7
Visual Screening
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Tax
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Care -A- Van /Shuttle
CUSTOMERS RECEIVING NOON MEALS AT THE CENTER
VOLUNTEER HRS. OF SERVICES PROVIDED AT THE CENTER
Includes:
Kitchen Et Home Delivered Meals
Front Office
Travel Office
Gift Shop
Library
Instructors
President
Treasurer
Vice President
Bookkeeper
Taxes
PARTICIPANTS IN FRIENDS OF OASIS TRAVEL PROGRAMS
Day Trips
Autry National Center
19
SPECIAL EVENTS /SCREENINGS /LECTURES
43
Computer Friends
52
Over 80's Birthday Party
160
Sexual Health
48
UCI Lecture
110
Carfit
12
Movie - Hairspray
45
1,200 CUSTOMERS
1,868 CUSTOMERS
1,177.00 HOURS
(`equiv. to 9 full -time employees)
#REF! CUSTOMERS
Long Trips
Riverside Resort and Casino
43
624
PERSONS
OASIS Golfers
111
Sunday Movies -
Chariots of Fire
26
The Strange Love of Martha Ivers
15
Vivacious Lady
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None But the Lonely Heart
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PB &R Co rssion Agenda
Item No.
March 4, 2018
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission
General Services Director
Picnic Table Donation Request
Recommendation
Staff recommends that the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission consider the picnic table
donation request for Peninsula Park.
Discussion
City Council Policy B -17 establishes criteria for parks, facilities, and recreation program
• donations within the City. The policy is structured to establish a fair and uniform procedure for
making gifts to the City, and to make the donation process easier for staff and donors.
The City has received a request from Ms. Bartick (Attachment A) to donate a picnic table at
Peninsula Park. The picnic table will match two previously donated picnic tables at this site
(Attachment B).'
Since the value of the picnic table is $1,000.00, the donation is eligible to receive a dedicatory
plaque. The submitted plaque verbiage, which complies with City Council Policy B -17, is
"Donated by Muriel J. Bartick".
Ms. Bartick, Council Member Michael F. Henn, Balboa Village Business Improvement District,
and the Balboa Peninsula Point Association have received a copy of this report and a notice of
the Commission meeting.
Very respect
Mark Harmon
Attachments: (A) Ms. Bartick's Gifts for Tomorrow Order Request Form
• (B) Picture of proposed picnic table style
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DEDICATION PLAQUE INFO
Donors may elect to provide a dedicatory plaque if the
value of the donation is greater than $1,000.
Contact city staff for more information.
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From: Wes Morgan, Recreation Et Senior Services Director
Re: Sunset Ridge Park Draft Concept Plan
Item 5
March 4, 2008
The General Plan designates the 12 -acre Sunset Ridge property as open space- active.
The draft concept plan for Sunset Ridge Park proposes an active sports park which will
include the following:
1. One baseball field
2. Two soccer fields
3. A tot Lot playground
4. Restroom
5. Parking Lot
6. Vista Points
7. Walkways
The design process for Sunset Ridge Park is progressing through the community
outreach phase. To date there have been two community outreach meetings and a
PBEtR Park Development meeting conducted in order to receive community input on
the draft concept plan. It is now appropriate for the PBEtR Commission to conduct a
public meeting and gather input on this plan. Following the Commission's review, the
plan will be reviewed by City Council.
Attachments:
1. Notices Et Agendas from previous outreach meetings.
2. Numerous communications received regarding Sunset Ridge Park.
3. Notes from previous meetings.
PARKS, BEACHES AND RECREATION COMMISSION
PARK DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
MONDAY, October 8, 2007 @ 8 :30AM
CITY COUNCIL CONFERENCE ROOM
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Public Comments
Members of the public are invited to comment on non - agenda items of public
interest. Speakers are limited to three minutes.
3. Committee Comments
4. Discussion of Park Development Projects
- Outreach for Sunset Ridge
• 5. Adjourn
Distribution:
Debra Allen
Council Member Webb
Public Notified:
Phillip Lugar
Mayor Rosansky
Ken McKay
Tim Brown
Council Member Selich
Jan Vandersloot
Wes Morgan
Homer Bludau
Laura Curran
Sean Levin
Steve Badum
Louise Greeley
Dave Kiff
Mike Sinacori
Mike Lombardi
Mark Harmon
Wayne Rose
Dan Serreno
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City of Newport Beach
Sunset Ridge Public Outreach Meeting
Thursday, November 8, 2007 — 7:OOPM
Newport Beach City Council Chambers
I. Introductions and Background
• Mayor Steve Rosansky
• Wes Morgan, Recreation Et Senior Services Director
• Sean Levin, Recreation Superintendent
II. Discussion/ Information gathering for Sunset Ridge Park site layout
• Ric Vanderwood
• Carrie Rybczynski
III. Discussion of the process and next steps
IV. Adjourn
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PUBLIC WORKS & RECREATION /SENIOR SERVICES DEPARTMENTS
Sunset Ridge Park
Community Outreach Meeting
DATE: THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2007
7:00pM
Location: City of Newport Beach
Council Chambers
3300 Newport Boulevard
Newport Beach, CA 92663
Community outreach on the development of Sunset Ridge Park. The Park
is located on the corner of Superior Avenue and Pacific Coast Highway.
For more information, please call 949 - 644 -3151.
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PARKS, BEACHES AND RECREATION COMMISSION
PARK DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
THURSDAY, January 10, 2008 @ 4:30PM
CITY COUNCIL CONFERENCE ROOM
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Public Comments
Members of the public are invited to comment on non - agenda items of public
interest. Speakers are limited to three minutes.
3. Committee Comments
4. Discussion of Park Development Projects
• Sunset Ridge Park
• OASIS Senior Center
• Coastal Peak Park
• Dog Park
• CYC Master Plan
• ADA Playground Project
5. Adjourn
Distribution:
Debra Allen
Mayor Selich
Public Notified:
Phillip Lugar
Council Member Rosansky
Ken McKay
Tim Brown
Council Member Webb
Jan Vandersloot
Wes Morgan
Homer Bludau
Laura Curran
Sean Levin
Steve Badum
Louise Greeley
Dave Kiff
Mike Sinacori
Mike Lombardi
Mark Harmon
Wayne Rose
Dan Sereno
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Sunset Ridge Public Outreach Meeting
Monday, February 11, 2008 — 6:30PM
Newport Beach City Council Chambers
I. Welcome / Introductions
II. Project Update
III. Project Presentation
IV. Public Comments
V. Next Steps in the Process
VI. Adjourn
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open space- active in the City's General Plan.
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plan an active park on this property. Above
is the 1 St draft of this concept plan.
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The City is now beginning the process to
plan an active park on this property. Above
is the 1 St draft of this concept plan.
The next public outreach meeting in this
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the City Council Chambers at City Hall.
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TUESDAY, March 4, 2008 — 7pm
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Tuesday, January 15, 2008 6:06 AM
karengarfield@roadrunner.com
Morgan, Wes
Subject: Re: SUNSET RIDGE PARK - PLEASE PLEASE READ
Hi Karen:
Thank you for your comments on the proposed design for the new Sunset Ridge Park. I am assuming
you are commenting on the design proposal that was recently completed by the design firm. I am
copying Parks Director Wes Morgagn on this letter so that he can forward your comments to the design
team.
Our next outreach meeting will be held on Monday, February 11. I hope you can attend this meeting to
discuss these items and any other concerns you may have.
Sincerely,
Steve Rosansky
Councilman- District 2
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From: Karen Garfield <karengarfield @roadrunner.com>
To: parandigm @aol.com
Cc: karengarfield @roadrunner.com
Sent: Sun, 13 Jan 2008 9:02 pm
Subject: SUNSET RIDGE PARK - PLEASE PLEASE READ
Hi Steve,
My name is Karen Garfield and I live at 18 Ima Loa Court in Newport Crest (front line view). I
have three children under the age of seven and will obviously benefit from any park that is
developed in front of Newport Crest. That is not to say I am happy about listening to
screaming kids and adults all day long. I understand that a park will be put in whether we like
it or not so I would at least like to have a say in how it is developed. My greatest concern is
that Ima Loa Court seems to be getting the worst end of the whole deal. It is bad enough that
we will have a parking lot in our front yard (we are taxpayers too) but we also get a restroom
and a tot lot. Why can't these things be spread out? I acknowledge that it is easier for parents
at the tot lot to be close to a restroom but then again they don't have to live with it 100 feet
from their kitchen table. Maybe relocating it and having people walk a little further distanc! e
would be a small price to pay to make everyone happy. PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE at least
give Ima Loa Court a reason to want this park. At this point it doesn't look all that appealing to
.me. I am under the impression that we are all suppose to work together and compromise, so
please give us a break and spread these things out.
Thank you,
1/15/2008
• Karen Garfield
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• From: Jane Drew Danedrew @roadrunner.com]
Sent: Wednesday, January 30, 2008 10:16 AM
To: Morgan, Wes
Subject: Passive Park for Sunset Ridge!!!
Hello Mr. Morgan,
I am a resident of Newport Crest. I strongly believe that the proposed_ Sunset_ Ridge Park
should be passive park. I believe this is a quality -of -life issue for the residents. I live three
houses in from the park and the noise from an active park would greatly negatively impact my
life. I am a writer who needs quiet to perform my job. The reason I bought in the Crest was
because it was a quiet neighborhood. I also believe that our properties values will go down.
I am well aware that children need active parks. I don't doubt or debate this. It's just a matter of
where such a park could be located. I strongly believe that Newport Crest is not the place. It's
one thing when I person or family moves into a neighborhood where's there's an existing active
park nearby. Then it's their choice. It's very different when a park is placed into a quiet
neighborhood.
The plan has been for years that this property would be for a passive park. That was the
understanding I had when I moved here.
• 1 believe there are environmental factors to be considered as well. I believe an environmental
impact study needs to be done; this study should include soil conditions, noise pollution, light
pollution, traffic and safety considerations. Safety is another factor. With outdoor bathrooms,
vagrancy and crime most likely will increase.
•
The park is right off an extremely busy intersection where there have been numerous
accidents. I know this all too well. My roommate, Thomas Gregory, was hit by a car when
riding down that hill on a bicycle about six years ago. He is now a quadriplegic.
Please listen to the people. We want a passive park, not as active one. We have a right to
quality -of -life and the preservation of our property values.
Jane Drew
Jane Myers Drew, Ph.D.
949 -645 -5907
janedrewia rc adrunner.com
www.janedrew,com
www.,,LetsConnectGame.com
1/30/2008
• Jill M. Spencer
17 Landfall Ct.
Newport Beach, CA 92663
January 30, 2008
Dear Newport Beach Commissioners,
I am writing to you today to express my concern regarding the proposed active park —
Sunset Ridge Park. The Resident's of Newport Crest enjoy an unusually quiet and safe
neighborhood. We are located on a bluff without access; this protects us from noise and
theft. We do not have yards, our yard is the bluff and our sense of space is the field. We
do not have air - conditioning — our windows are open to the ocean breeze. We are not a
gated community, so we must enforce parking restrictions, yet our limited access keeps
us shielded.
I am deeply concerned over the quality of life changing for all of us in Newport Crest and
the surrounding developments. The proposed playing fields, parking and lighting impose
upon our safety net and peacefulness. The noise from the games will be insurmountable.
Our safety will be challenged by those who may jump the wall to the bluff. Our current
parking enforcement expense will increase. Our views will be obstructed. Our land
• values will decrease. Our quality of life will be shattered.
Park percentage studies fail to recognize that West Newport Beach's largest active park is
the beach where thousands enjoy surfing, volleyball, kayaking, swimming, biking, roller -
blading, other ocean sports and jogging.
I urge you to stop by our neighborhood on a Saturday afternoon and experience the quiet
we enjoy, our "space" (the bluff /field) and our unique community. Only then, can you
fully appreciate how the proposed active park will dramatically impact the quality of our
lives, quality that we've enjoyed since the 1970s.
Sincerely,
Jul
Jill. M Spencer
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From: Spencer, Jill [JSpencer @cci.edu]
Sent: Wednesday, January 30, 2008 9:35 AM
To: Morgan, Wes
Subject: Sunset Ridge Park
Hello Mr. Morgan,
It is my understanding that you are willing to assist some of the Newport Beach residents that are concerned about
Sunset Ridge becoming an active park by passing on our concerns to the Commissioners.
I would truly appreciate any assistance you can provide — see enclosure.
Sincerely,
Jill M. Spencer
1/30/2008
0 February 4, 2008
Mr. Steve Rosanski
And The Park Planning Group
City of Newport Beach
3300 Newport Blvd.
Newport Beach, CA 92663
RE: Sunset Ridge Park Concept Plan dated January 10, 2008 Comments by a Local
Resident
To All,
I have received a copy of the park development concept plan dated January 10, 2008 and I have a
few concerns. I believe that this property deserves a much higher level of design, this property
cost over five million and it is worth much more than that, we should not settle for an ordinary
park. I think that this land deserves an inspired design equivalent to the importance of this site,
this community and the amount of money already spent here.
The design as I see it is a simple park that might be similar to ordinary parks in any city. We
• should require an inspired design befitting this important public space. Shouldn't the design
draw from its land, its proximity to places nearby, the community or some other inspiration.
Curvy walks, a backstop and a small play area are far too simple. The design should draw from
the adjacent Banning Ranch open space some threads of meaning and inspiration. The end of the
Santa Ana River was historically a few hundred feet from this site this could provide some
context. Even the Hoag Hospital structures have given some thought to the importance of
proximity to provide character and interest to their projects (porpoise parking structure
sculptures).
The designers surely have more to offer, can we see some inspiration, some art, some sense of
place in their designs. I would suggest they start at the near by natural landscapes, the hills, the
cliffs, the slough, the beach. And also look at local architectural elements, the ferry building,
boats, the city entry signs and other significant structures. Palm trees, birds, shells and all
manner of flora and fawna should also be considered. Art work like Cliff Drive Parks' artistic
waves could add beauty and interest for this important park. This is not Bonita Canyon, a park
hidden away from view; there must be more of a statement on this important corner.
Another comment I have is related to the considerations made to accommodate the views from
the homes above the park. I believe these should be carefully considered, documented and
analyzed. Where ever possible they should be maintained, though not at the expense of any
opportunities the rest of the community might have at getting a great park on this site. This multi
million dollar site belongs to the whole community. The homes above the park could have been
• looking at hundreds of houses if this land didn't become a park. Some loss of views if necessary
should be tolerable; after all they will now be able to look over our beautiful new park landscape.
Mr. Steve Rosanski
And The Park Planning Group
February 4, 2008
• I would not support tearing down any hill or prominent point that could be vantage points for
park users. Likewise because of the large investment in the land any buffer to the resident's
property line should be design appropriately, but kept to the very minimum in size and scope.
And, I believe that lighting for night use of the park is appropriate in order to get the most of our
investment. Walkways and open area lighting should encourage safe and appropriate community
use. I would also support low level ball field lights for kid's practices in the evening.
Specific Recommendations:
The ball fields should be realigned for optimum sun orientation. Soccer should have
north and south goals. Baseball northwest or southwest alignment (home base to
centerfield).
2. Laying back the slopes as shown will take up acres of land. Retaining walls should be
considered as a land value trade off. Any walls could be made to look like rocks or cliffs,
think of the cliffs to the north near the oil wells or the cliffs and rocks at other locations
in town.
3. Mr. Rosanski stated that if he could be shown a pedestrian bridge that does not block the
ocean view from the top of Superior he could support it. Has an analysis been done along
this road? I believe it is possible to jump across the road from the high side of the
• parking lot to the mid level of the main park with out sacrificing any ocean view. In fact,
it may screen the views to the roof tops and the wall along PCH.
4. Take down the hill above the south of Superior parking lot and develop a green space
related to the linier park that connects to Hoag.
5. Do not grade down the high plateau; allow for seating views and shade trees and non
programmed open turf.
6. The parks middle level should be devoted to the sports fields with surrounding walks and
support facilities. Build retaining walls to minimize slope areas around the fields above
PCH and the parking lot (this land is very valuable).
The PCH edge, especially the northern area, should be graded and opened up to views in
to the park from PCH. The land could be rolling terraces with picnic shelters, small open
turf areas. Walkways and some interesting art or play pieces. Be creative here!
8. Move the bus shelter and make it an interesting and integral part of the envisioned scenic
corridor along PCH.
Mr. Steve Rosanski
And The Park Planning Group
February 4, 2008
• 9. More than a simple sidewalk should be built to connect this park to the Newport Beach
neighborhoods to the north along PCH. How about a Class A bike trail and a sidewalk
with adjacent running path.
10. Again, this park deserves a creative, dynamic and engaging solution! This should not be
an ordinary park!
Thank you for considering my ideas. I am looking forward to participating in the future of this
design process.
I would be happy to answer any questions or inquiries.
Sincerely,
David Volz
203 Canal Street
Newport Beach, Ca
(949) 722 -8028
• dvolz @dvolzdesign.com
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. Morgan, Wes
From: MClark @jitsupply.com
Sent: Thursday, February 07, 2008 1:15 PM
To: Morgan, Wes
Subject: FW: Sunset Ridge Park
Dear Wes,
Would you please see that the commissioners receive a copy of this letter.
Thanks,
Mike Clark
For nineteen years I lived at the corner of 53'd and River, when I decided to buy a home I stayed away
from parks and schools as I'd had enough of traffic, trash and noise which comes with living in that part
of Newport. After a year of looking, I bought a condo in Newport Crest. As you know, what they call the
front line of condos in the Crest has a fabulous view and is also free of traffic, trash and noise - now you
want to bring all of that to The Crest. I don't know where you live but just imagine the city of Newport
exercising emanate domain and taking your back yard and putting the type of park you are proposing
ten feet from your living room, kitchen and bedroom. I think you would be jumping up and down, but not
for joy. What you are proposing to do will greatly alter the life style in the Crest and destroy the property
value.
This is an awkward parcel of land - its size and location are not conducive to what you propose.
. Parking - is seventy -five parking spaces adequate - how many will be taken by parents and how many
will be used by beach goers? When parents can't find a place to park in the lot, where will they go.......
to the Crest? G & W Towing will be busy.
The cost to develop this park is said to be around $8.5 million plus the cost of maintaining it, while the
cost and maintenance of a passive park would be next to nothing. I think the money would be put to better
use in finishing the back bay project with it's $12 million short fall.
Safety - this intersection is one of, if not the most dangerous in Newport. Not all of the children using
this park will be driven there by their parents - they will ride their bikes, skateboards or walk.
I hope I'm wrong but I feel it's just a matter of time until a child gets seriously injured or worse.
If you seriously look at this proposed project objectively, give it some individual thought not
what is being shoved at you. You'll see that this parcel is not practical for this proposed park.
The cost of trying to put too much in a small area in an unsafe location and the degrading of the
life style and property value of the Crest. If you must do something with this land, the only thing
reasonable would be a passive park.
Respectfully,
Mike & Laura Clark
19 Ima Loa Ct.
949- 631 -3115
2/11/2008
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Monday, February 11, 2008 10:05 PM
GRAVYTRAIN1@adelphia.net
Morgan, Wes
Re: Sunset Ridge Park
Dear Mr. Proccacino:
Thank you for your comments on the proposed Sunset Ridge Park. I am forwarding your comments to
our design team for their review. I can appreciate your desire for a more passive environment at the
park; however, currently the most demand for park space is for active parks. The proposed plan will be
heard by the Parks Commission in early March. I encourage you to attend the meeting to express your
views.
Sincerely,
Steven Rosansky
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From: G.Proc <GRAVYTRAINl @adelphia.net>
•To: parandigm @aol.com
Sent: Mon, 11 Feb 2008 4:41 pm
Subject: Sunset Ridge Park
Hello Mr. Rosansky,
I cannot attend tonight's meeting, 2/11/08, so I thought I would contact you with my thoughts. I
have resided in Newport Beach for 37 years (5105 Lido Sands Dr.). I am originally
from New England and certainly appreciate open space. I had a mild culture shock when I
saw how people in Southern California, relatively, live on top of each other. Having said
this I am excited about public open space in the West Newport area. What I am concerned
about is why clutter this rare project with a baseball field and "UGH" parking for
motorized vehicles, not to mention the cost of it's upkeep. I vision this prime open space
opportunity as just that open space, trees, ponds, bike paths, trees, walking paths, hiking
trails, trees, green areas, picnic areas, playground for kids, and more trees. I think we can all
agree that the parking lot will be abused with beach parkers. The parking lot and
baseball field take up a lot of open space, will be noisy and used by only those who play the
game. A more subdued "Park ", I think, would be more desirable and beneficial to
• Newport Beach and surrounding communities.
2/12/2008
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Please share my thoughts with your fellow council persons. Please acknowledge receipt of
• this note. Thank you.
Respectfully, Gerard Proccacino
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• From: Soccer Families 4 Newport Fields [ info @soccerfamilies4fields.coml -
Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 10:04 AM
To: info @soccerfamilies4fields.com
Subject: Sunset Ridge Park Meeting Reminder
Importance: High
Dear SF4NF member:
A quick calendar reminder:
Sunset Ridge Park Concept Plan
Community Input Meeting
Tonight (Feb. 11) - 6:30 p.m.
Council Chambers
Newport Beach City Hall
Your attendance is important to help ensure
that the City of Newport Beach develops
Sunset Ridge Park to allow for Fall AND
Spring soccer play.
See you there!
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November 8, 2007 — 7pm
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Mayor Rosansky welcomed the audience to the first of many public meetings to discuss the Sunset
Ridge Park. He stated that it was not the official name but was the working title of the park for
many years. He stated that about 4 years ago he and others went about trying to acquire the
land. He stated that the 12 acres on west side and the 2 acres on east side was deeded and sold
to the City for $5,180,000. Because of the Coastal Commission there are some reserved scenic
view corridor restrictions. The Mayor then announced that the City was looking to the public for
some vision as the park is slated for 4 active parks with no lights. He stated that this park is one
of the 4 major CIP projects for the City.
Mayor Rosansky stated that one of the major problems of the parks is access and that there are
ongoing discussions with Banning Ranch for some easements. He introduced Rick Vanderwood
from EPT and then opened up the discussion with the public.
The following suggestions, concerns or questions were made:
• Suggested a pedestrian bridge be built for better access.
• Concerns with carbon monoxide if the parking lot was built along the back edge of the
homes and that if the park contained restrooms that it would bring the wrong type of
people to the park
• Louise Greely should be commended publicly for her efforts.
• Dog Park
• Toddler Park - more youth type areas
• Walk ft Bike Trails
• View areas within the park
• Parking - where wilt it be located
• Will access to Newport Crest be effected
• Should just be a community park where people can walk to it.
• The park should be names Sunset Ridge Park
• What is the definitions of permanent structures and what are the limitations
• 12 acres is quite small - is it a problem for baseballs
• Liability for homeowners if balls become a problem
• How and why was it determined that there should be ball fields
• Who will get to use the park
• Whose decision is it regarding the park facilities
• Banning Ranch should be incorporated as a solution for access and use of the park
• Newport Crest homes have master bedrooms that over look the park and would be
affected by the noise, lights and the smell from the BBQ's and restrooms.
• Should not be an active sports park but rather a balance between active and passive.
• When was it decided that it would be an active park
• No need to have a passive park on their doorstep that will not be used.
• 4th of July would be a nightmare
• Mayor Rosansky thanked everyone for their comments and stated that in a couple of years that
there will be a park.
He made the following comments:
• A pedestrian bridge could impact views.
• Decision has not be made on where parking will be located.
• General Plan states that the park will be active -- If it is active there will be restrooms.
City Council will decide whether it will be active or passive.
• We are not going to build a park that no one will use.
• Funding Priority - West Newport is definitely under parked.
• Banning Ranch could be very expensive but there is a 30 acre area but could take years for
it to be sorted out - it could be connected if there is an Orange River Park Trail
Adjourned at 9pm.
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CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
Parks, Beaches Et Recreation Commission
Park Development Committee
January 10, 2008
NOTES
ROLL CALL
Present: Debra Allen
Phillip Lugar
Tim Brown
Staff: Wes Morgan, RSS Director
Dan Sereno, Parks Et Tree Superintendent
Sean Levin, Recreation Superintendent
Randy Kearns, Parks Maintenance Supervisor
Michael Sinacori, Principal Civil Engineer
Christine Stempleski, Recreation Manager
Matt Lohr, Recreation Manager
Teri Craig, Admin Asst
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Jeff Braun, AYSO 97 commented that lit fields are in need on the west side of town and urged
the Commission to keep that in mind as development of this and possibly Banning Ranch come
online.
SUNSET RIDGE PARK
Jenny Lombardi
. Jeff Braun
Ted Barry
Christy Resvig
Bill Lombardi
Ed Davenport
Robert Snyder
Bill Hoffseldt
The following comments were made:
• Should be a passive park
• Car and foot traffic will increase
• Noise level
• Property values will decrease
• View - because of back stop
• Walking Et bike trails should be included
• Parking lot is too close to homes
• Soccer fields would be less intrusive
• Having a baseball field will decrease the use for soccer - recommends soccer fields for the park
• Will work hard with coaches regarding whistles - want to be good neighbors
• Tot lot is located too close to homes
• Why do we need a tot lot
• Recommend that Committee come to the Lombardi house to view the park from their vantage
• point
• Will games be scheduled for Sundays - NO - Monday = Friday; 4pm to dusk; Sat Sam to dusk
• 8am is unacceptable
• Did not move there to listen to kids playing
• Consideration of wild life should be given - Coastal Commission has edicts regarding native
vegetation and a mitigated negative EIR will still need to be done.
Parks, Beaches Et Recreation Commission
Park Development - Sunset Ridge Park
January 10, 2008
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• Wondered if this park would change from an active park should Banning Ranch come to fruition.
Parks Development Committee made the following comments:
• Important to understand that the park will be active and that staff can work at mitigating some
the problems.
• Regarding Banning Ranch - too difficult to speculate if it will ever come on board.
• Thanked everyone for coming to the meeting and that another meeting will be scheduled for
February before going to Council.
ADJOURNED
Submitted by:
Teri Craig, Admin Assistant
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
Sunset Ridge Park Public Meeting
February 11, 2008
• NOTES
Director Morgan made brief introductions and discussed future meetings and dates.
Ric Vanderwood, EPT provided a PowerPoint presentation on the conceptual design of the park.
THE FOLLOWING PEOPLE MADE COMMENTS AT THE MEETING
Matt Irwin
Jim Karns
Patty Lombardi
Mark Gonzales
Bill Bennett
Mark Arblaster
Byron del Arakal
Dave Schultz
Ted Berry
Renee Rominger
Darcy Gassell
Jim Gabriel
Moe
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The following comments were made:
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Concern about losing the ocean vista
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Suggest walking bridges from Villa Balboa
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Noise concern
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Access and traffic congestion
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Concern of people entering Newport Crest looking for access and or parking
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Ima Loa will have the most impact
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Property values - will the City compensate Newport Crest for that loss
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Security and parking enforcement are major concerns
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Hoag is covering costs for replacing windows because of the noise levels - with the City be willing
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to do that for Newport Crest - specifically the first several blocks that will carry the biggest part
of the burden
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When will a noise study be done
• The park should be a passive park - when was it decided that it would be an active park
• Why doesn't the City schedule games on Sunday - then this park would be needed less.
• Can permanent structures be built on easement
• Invite anyone to view the park from the Lombardi House.
• Soccer families are very excited about the park
• Suggest that a baseball field not be located at this park because of the back stop
• Soccer promises to be good partner to the residents
• Resident does not want to live next to a playground
• Would like more of an active park and suggest a skate park for the area
• Concern about the plumes from the power plant and suggests that this park is not a good
location for active play
• Will non - residents be using our park
• Move the tot lot and bathroom away from homes
• Everyone must share the burden of parks
• Remind Newport Crest that they are luck to have a park it could have been apartments
• Downgrade baseball to a younger age so it is less intrusive
• Would parking lot be locked at night
Next meeting to discuss Sunset Ridge will be at the March 4`n PB &R Commission meeting.
• ADJOURNED
Submitted by:
Teri Craig, Admin Assistant
0 - CAPITAL PROJECT STATUS REPORT
it
03/04/2008
Project Location
Budget
Comments
Design Phase / Architect
Construction to begin
Coastae Pea4 Par4
Private Funding
March 2008
The Irvine Company
Environmental Construction, Inc of
MarlNers Par4 Baee Fieed
$1.5 M
Open to play
Woodland Hills, CA
Cost estimate
Construction docs
Robert Coffee Contract - $1,496,600
OASJS Samlor Canker
$20M
being prepared
GKK hired as Project Manager
Newport eramfor Pao-4
$400,000
Concept Approved
Hall / Foreman
City Council to review
bulding height and
mass at 3/11 Study
arima Par4
Sesssion
Rabeen /Herman /Bundy /Finkel
Scheduled for City
Subset Ridge Par4
$155,000
Council review on 4/8
EPT Design
Construction to begin
$ae4 say View Par4
$346,000
June 2008
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