CA Review CKM
Meeting Date: Jan. 9, 2024
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Scott Chadwick, City Manager
Staff Contact: Mick Calarco, Recreation Services Manager [email protected], 442-339-2859
Eric Biggin, Recreation Area Manager
[email protected], 442-339-2648
Nick Stupin, Parks Planning Manager
[email protected], 442-339-2527
Subject: 2024 Work Plans for the Parks & Recreation Commission, the Senior Commission and the Beach Preservation Commission
Districts: All
Reco
mmended Actions
1. Adopt a resolution accepting the 2023 work plan report of accomplishments and approving the 2024 work plan for the Parks & Recreation Commission.
2. Adopt a resolution accepting the 2023 work plan report of accomplishments and approving the 2024 work plan for the Senior Commission.
3. Adopt a resolution accepting the 2023 work plan report of accomplishments and approving the 2024 work plan for the Beach Preservation Commission.
Executive Summary
The City Council is being asked to accept the 2023 work plan reports of accomplishments and to approve the proposed 2024 work plans for the Parks & Recreation Commission, the Senior Commission and the Beach Preservation Commission. The commissions’ annual work plans are required by Carlsbad Municipal Code Section 2.15.020(C).
Several of the tasks in the 2023 work plans are either in process, recurring or ongoing. The commissions have therefore carried forward those tasks to the proposed 2024 work plans.
The purpose of these annual work plans is to encourage increased dialogue between boards and commissions and the City Council. They are also intended to ensure that boards and commissions are working in line with the priorities of the City Council.
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Explanation & Analysis
Parks & Recreation Commission
The City Council approved the 2023 work plan for the Parks & Recreation Commission on Jan. 10, 2023. The commission’s report of accomplishments outlines the status of the 2023 work plan’s goals and tasks (Exhibit 1, Attachment A).
Staff assisted the commission in drafting a 2024 work plan that is consistent with the duties described in the Carlsbad Municipal Code chapter that governs the commission, Chapter 2.36.
Staff also prepared selective support references from the Parks & Recreation Department Master Plan Update. The proposed 2024 work plan for the commission includes edits to the 2023 work plan, as shown in Exhibit 4. At the regularly scheduled meeting on Nov. 20, 2023, the commission voted unanimously to accept the 2024 work plan and to recommend that the City Council approve it (Exhibit 1, Attachment B).
Senior Commission
The City Council approved the 2023 work plan for the Senior Commission on Jan. 10, 2023. The commission’s report of accomplishments outlines the status of the 2023 work plan’s goals and tasks (Exhibit 2, Attachment A).
Staff assisted the commission in drafting a 2024 work plan that is consistent with the duties described in the Carlsbad Municipal Code chapter that governs the commission, Chapter 2.38.
Staff also prepared selective support references from the Parks & Recreation Department Master Plan Update and the Age Friendly Carlsbad Action Plan. The proposed 2024 work plan for the commission includes edits to the 2023 work plan, as shown in Exhibit 5. At the regularly scheduled meeting on Dec. 7, 2023, the commission voted unanimously to accept the 2024 work plan and to recommend that the City Council approve it (Exhibit 2, Attachment B).
Beach Preservation Commission
The City Council approved the 2023 work plan for the Beach Preservation Commission on Jan. 10, 2023. The commission’s report of accomplishments outlines the status of the 2023 work plan’s goals and tasks (Exhibit 3, Attachment A).
Staff assisted the commission in drafting an updated work plan that is consistent with the duties described in the Carlsbad Municipal Code chapter that governs the commission, Chapter
2.34. The proposed 2024 work plan for the commission includes edits to the 2023 work plan, as shown in Exhibit 6. At the regularly scheduled meeting on Dec. 5, 2023, the commission voted unanimously to accept the 2024 work plan and to recommend that the City Council approve it (Exhibit 3, Attachment B).
Fiscal An alysis
Sufficient funds are available to address these work plans. No new appropriations are needed.
Next Steps
The commissions and staff will focus efforts on the activities listed in the approved work plans.
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Environmental Evaluation
The recommended action does not require environmental review because it does not constitute a project within the meaning of the California Environmental Quality Act under California Public Resources Code Section 21065 in that it has no potential to cause either a direct physical change in the environment or a reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment.
Exhibits
1. City Council resolution - 2024 Parks & Recreation Commission Work Plan
2. City Council resolution - 2024 Senior Commission Work Plan
3. City Council resolution - 2024 Beach Preservation Commission Work Plan
4. 2023 Parks & Recreation Commission Work Plan showing proposed changes
5. 2023 Senior Commission Work Plan showing proposed changes
6. 2023 Beach Preservation Commission Work Plan showing proposed changes Jan. 9, 2024
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RESOLUTION NO. 2024-010
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE 2023 WORK PLAN REPORT OF
ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND APPROVING THE 2024 WORK PLAN FOR THE
PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, California has determined that annual work plans ensure boards and commissions are working in line with the priorities of the City Council; and WHEREAS, Chapter 2.15 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code (CMC) requires that each board or commission provide to the City Council for its approval an annual work plan of activities to be undertaken by the board or commission and a subsequent report of its accomplishments; and WHEREAS, the mission of the Parks & Recreation Commission is to promote community health and wellness while supporting a culture that embraces change and continuous improvement; and WHEREAS, Chapter 2.36 of the CMC details the composition of the Parks & Recreation Commission; and
WHEREAS, on Jan. 10, 2023, the City Council approved the 2023 work plan for the Parks & Recreation Commission; and
WHEREAS, the commission's report of accomplishments outlined the status of the 2023 work plan's goals and tasks; and
WHEREAS, staff assisted the commission in drafting a 2024 work plan that is consistent with the duties described in CMC Chapter 2.36; and
WHEREAS, staff also prepared selective support references from the Parks & Recreation Department Master Plan Update; and
WHEREAS, at the regularly scheduled meeting on Nov. 20, 2023, the commission voted unanimously to accept the 2024 work plan and to recommend that the City Council approve it.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, California, as follows:
1. That the above recitations are true and correct.
2. That the City Council accepts the 2023 work plan report of accomplishments for the Parks & Recreation Commission in Attachment A.
3. That the City Council of the City of Carlsbad approves the 2024 work plan for the Parks & Recreation Commission in Attachment B.
Exhibit 2
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PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Carlsbad on the 9th day of January, 2024, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Blackburn, Bhat-Patel, Acosta, Burkholder, Luna.
None.
None.
None.
KEITH BLACKBURN, Mayor
SHERRY FREISINGER, City Clerk
(SEAL)
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P
arks & Recreation Commission
FY 2022-23 Work Plan Accomplishments
I. Mission Statement
The
Mission of the Parks & Recreation Commission is to promote community health and wellness while supporting a culture that embraces change and continuous improvement.
II. Composition
Consistent with Chapter 2.36 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code, the Parks & Recreation Commission shall consist of seven members appointed by the mayor with the approval of the city council. Members shall serve four-year terms. The Parks & Recreation Commission shall have the power, and it shall be the duty of the commission, to make recommendations to the city council and to advise the council in matters pertaining to the creation, operation, maintenance, management and control of community recreation programs, of playgrounds and indoor and outdoor recreations, activities and facilities. Further, it shall be the duty of the commission to advise and make recommendations to the city council on matters pertaining to planting, trimming, pruning, and care of all trees, shrubs or plants and to the removal of all objectionable trees, shrubs and plants in and upon any park of the city. The parks and recreation commission shall have the additional power, and it shall be the duty of the commission to review tree-related issues and to determine the needs of the city with respect to its tree planting, replacement, maintenance and preservation programs.
The commission will also make recommendations to the city council on policies, regulations or ordinances pertaining to the care and protection of public trees and the selection of specific species of trees for designation along city streets, including the development of a community forest management plan for the city. In addition, in accordance with Section 11.12.150 of the municipal code, the Parks & Recreation Commission shall hear appeals from decisions of the city manager acting through the parks and recreation director or designee, regarding the planting or removal of street trees.
Attachment A
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Parks & Recreation Commission
FY 2022-23 Work Plan Accomplishments
III. FY 2022-23 Goals & Tasks
The Parks & Recreation Commission focused on the following FY 2022-23 Goals and Tasks:
1. Advise City staff and City Council on projects and programs
TASK STATUS COMMENTS/RECOMMENDATION
a. Focus on progress and impact Accomplished and recurring/ongoing This task is included in the updated work plan
2. Enhance accessibility, visibility and engagement
a. Ensure a quorum at all Commission
meetings
Accomplished and recurring/ongoing This task is included in the updated work plan
b. Commission to conduct site visits to
parks, facilities and programs with city
staff
Accomplished and recurring/ongoing This task received edits and is included in the updated work plan
c. Individual Commissioners to attend at
least two Parks & Recreation conducted
events
Recuring/ongoing This
task received edits and is
included in the updated work plan
3. Broaden outreach and education
a. Connect with other relevant agencies and
organizations
Recurring/ongoing This task is included in the updated
work plan
b. Invite educational presentations at
Commission meetings
Accomplished and recurring/ongoing
This task is included in the updated
work plan
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Attac
hment B
City
of Carlsbad
Parks & Recreation Commission Work Plan
2024
I. Mission Statement
The Mission of the Parks & Recreation Commission is to promote community health and wellness while supporting a culture that embraces change and continuous improvement.
II. Composition
Consistent with Chapter 2.36 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code, the Parks & Recreation Commission shall consist of seven members appointed by the mayor with the approval of the city council.
Members shall serve four- year terms. The Parks & Recreation Commission shall have the power, and it shall be the duty of the commission, to make recommendations to the city council and to advise the council in matters pertaining to the creation, operation, maintenance, management and control of community recreation programs, of playgrounds and indoor and outdoor recreations, activities and facilities. Further, it shall be the duty of the commission to advise and make recommendations to the city council on matters pertaining to planting, trimming, pruning, and care of all trees, shrubs or plants and to the removal of all objectionable trees, shrubs and plants in and upon any park of the city. The parks and recreation commission shall have the additional power, and it shall be the duty of the commission to review tree-related issues and to determine the needs of the city with respect to its tree planting, replacement, maintenance and preservation programs.
The commission will also make recommendations to the city council on policies, regulations or ordinances pertaining to the care and protection of public trees and the selection of specific species of trees for designation along city streets, including the development of a community forest management plan for the city. In addition, in accordance with Section 11.12.150 of the municipal code, the Parks & Recreation Commission shall hear appeals from decisions of the city manager acting through the parks and recreation director or designee, regarding the planting or removal of street trees.
III. 2024 Goals & Tasks
The Parks & Recreation Commission will focus on the following 2024 Goals and Tasks:
(Goals identified in numerals; Tasks to accomplish those Goals identified in alphas)
1. Ad vis
e city staff and City Council on projects, plans, events and programs a. Focus on progress, adherence and impact
PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT MASTER PLAN UPDATE: SELECTIVE SUPPORT REFERENCE
PARKS STRATEGIES
Short Term (0-3 Year s)
• Seek City Council direction on whether to pursue the construction of outdoor pickleball courts at an existing park to address the current demand Jan. 9, 2024
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• Com
plete a Parks in Lieu Fee and Parks Impact Fee Study and present its findings to the City Council for review and direction
• Complete construction plans, bidding and construction implementation for Stagecoach Park Community Garden
• Complete construction plans, bidding and construction implementation for Veterans Memorial Park
• Complete community engagement, conceptual design and permitting for Robertson Ranch Community Park
• Contribute to completing construction plans, bidding and construction implementation for Monroe Street Pool Renovation/Replacement (in support of project’s lead department: Fleet & Facilities)
• Contribute to completing construction plans, bidding and construction implementation for Beach Access Repairs and Upgrades (in support of project’s lead department:
Transportation)
Ongoing
• Incorporate environmentally friendly practices into park design and operations, such as drought-tolerant landscaping and energy-efficient lighting • Explore certifications or equivalencies, such as SITES or LEED, for new park designs or renovations
• Ensure full ADA access at all parks, with a focus on most immediate needs • Add more trees within parks, where feasible
MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS STRATEGIES
Ongoing
• Enhance pathway and parking lot lighting, and reduce energy consumption, by converting aging incandescent systems with modern LED systems
PROGRAMS, EVENTS AND FACILITIES STRATEGIES
Short Term = 0-3 Yea
rs
• Assess current programs and facilities to identify barriers to accessibility and develop plans to address identified barriers (in support of project’s lead department: Risk Management)
• Explore expansion of scholarship programs and other financial assistance options, such as sliding scale fees, to help reduce barriers to program participation • Evaluate offering programs at the northern, city-controlled beach • Expand program offerings outdoors, including fitness, etc. • Annually evaluate program lifecycles to ensure balance between different stages • Offer multicultural programs that reflect the community's increasing diversity • Provide accommodations, such as sign language interpretation, to make programs and facilities more inclusive
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Ongoing
• Continue to monitor program trends to ensure ongoing alignment with community needs
• Utilize technology, including Augmented Reality, and Virtual Reality to enhance the program experience
FUNDING AND MARKETING STRATEGIES
Short Term = 0-3 Yea
rs
• Identify potential grant opportunities and develop grant proposals to secure funding • Implement fee study findings to ensure fees are competitive to those fees of surrounding cities for like offerings
• Develop a CAPRA compliant department marketing plan to promote the various offerings
Ongoing
• Partner with community organizations and businesses to provide additional funding for scholarships and discounted programs
• Annually review and adjust program, event and facility fees to ensure they are competitive to the market
• Annually review athletic field use fees competitive to the market
2. Enhance accessibility, visibility and engagement
a. Ensure a quorum at all Commission meetings
b. Have Commissioners conduct site visits to parks, facilities and programs c. Have individual Commissioners attend at least two Parks & Recreation events PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT MASTER PLAN UPDATE: SELECTIVE S
UPPORT REFERENCE
PARKS STRATEGIES
Ongoing
• Encourage community participation in reporting maintenance or safety concerns • Review the potential for adding park amenities based on the levels of service recommendations
MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS STRATEGIES
Short Term = 0-3 Yea rs
• Continue to invest in upgrading aging infrastructure with the department’s annual operating budget and – as needed – with the capital improvement program budget Ongoing
• Explore grant opportunities to supplement funds for upgrades to aging infrastructure and equipment
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PRO
GRAMS, EVENTS AND FACILITIES STRATEGIES
Ongoing
• Encourage feedback and open communication between the department and the community
FUNDING AND MARKETING STRATEGIES
Short Term = 0-3 Yea rs
• Develop a CAPRA compliant department marketing plan to promote the various offerings
3. B
road
en outreach and education
a. Connect with other relevant agencies and organizations b. Invite educational presentations at Commission meetings PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT MASTER PLAN UPDATE: SELECTIVE S UPPORT REFERENCE
PARKS STRATEGIES
Short Term (0-3 Year s)
• Educate park visitors about sustainable practices and encourage them to participate in environmental initiatives
Ongoing
• Encourage community participation in reporting maintenance or safety concerns
MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS STRATEGIES
Short Term = 0-3 Yea rs
• Explore partnerships with community organizations or individual volunteers to periodically provide additional maintenance support
PROGRAMS, EVENTS AND FACILITIES STRATEGIES
Short Term = 0-3 Yea rs
• Partner with local organizations that represent marginalized communities to receive input on program development
Ongoing
• Partner with healthcare organizations to provide health screenings and education to the community to the active adult population
• Work with community organizations and local businesses to develop partnerships that can help provide or promote new programs and event offerings Jan. 9, 2024
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FUND
ING AND MARKETING STRATEGIES
Short Term = 0-3 Yea rs
• Consider revenue generation that includes corporate partnerships, sponsorships, foundations and/or naming rights opportunities
Ongoing
Partner with community organizations and businesses to provide additional funding for scholarships and discounted programs
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RESOLUTION NO. 2024-011
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE 2023 WORK PLAN REPORT OF
ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND APPROVING THE 2024 WORK PLAN FOR THE
SENIOR COMMISSION
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, California has determined that annual work plans ensure boards and commissions are working in line with the priorities of the City Council; and WHEREAS, Chapter 2.15 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code (CMC) requires that each board or commission provide to the City Council for its approval an annual work plan of activities to be undertaken by the board or commission and a subsequent report of its accomplishments; and WHEREAS, the mission of the Senior Commission is to champion an age-inclusive environment that promotes wellness, vitality and education that leads to a vibrant quality of life; and WHEREAS, Chapter 2.38 of the CMC details the composition of the Senior Commission; and WHEREAS, on Jan. 10, 2023, the City Council approved the 2023 work plan for the Senior Commission; and
WHEREAS, the commission's report of accomplishments outlined the status of the 2023 work plan's goals and tasks; and
WHEREAS, staff assisted the commission in drafting a 2024 work plan that is consistent with the duties described in CMC Chapter 2.38; and
WHEREAS, staff also prepared selective support references from the Parks & Recreation Department Master Plan Update and the Age Friendly Carlsbad Action Plan; and WHEREAS, at the regularly scheduled meeting on Dec. 7, 2023, the commission voted unanimously to accept the 2024 work plan and to recommend that the City Council approve it.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, California, as follows:
1. That the above recitations are true and correct.
2. That the City Council accepts the 2023 work plan report of accomplishments for the Senior Commission in Attachment A.
3. That the City Council of the City of Carlsbad approves the 2024 work plan for the Senior Commission in Attachment B.
Exhibit 2
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PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Carlsbad on the 9th day of January 2024, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Blackburn, Bhat-Patel, Acosta, Burkholder, Luna.
None.
None.
None.
KEITH BLACKBURN, Mayor
SHERRY FREISINGER, City Clerk
(SEAL)
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Sen
ior Commission
FY 2022-23 Work Plan Accomplishments
I. Mission Statement
Th
e Mission of the Senior Commission is to champion an age-inclusive environment that promotes wellness, vitality and education that leads to a vibrant quality of life.
II. Composition
Consistent with Chapter 2.38 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code, the Senior Commission shall consist of five members appointed by the mayor with the approval of the city council. Members shall serve four-year terms. The Senior Commission shall have the responsibility to make recommendations to the city council and to advise the city council on the special needs and concerns of seniors, including the creation, operation, maintenance, management and control of senior programs, activities and facilities.
The Senior Commission shall be authorized to and may receive donations, gifts, legacies, endowments or bequests made to the city or to the commission for or on behalf of the city. All donations, gifts, legacies, endowments or bequests so received by the commission shall be turned over to the city treasurer and shall be kept in a special fund to be designated as the senior fund. All moneys in the fund shall be used for promotion, supervision and operation of senior programs. No moneys in the fund shall be spent without prior council authorization.
III. FY 2022-23 Goals & Tasks
The Senior Commission focused on the following FY 2022-23 Goals and Tasks:
1. Determine the needs of adults 50+
TASK STATUS COMMENTS/RECOMMENDATION
a. Participate in the needs
assessment/master plan update
Accomplished and deleted This task is deleted in the updated work plan
b. Continue annual assessment and feedback
loop
Accomplished and recurring/ongoing This task is included in the updated work plan
c. Use informal feedback received from staff
and volunteers throughout the year
Accomplished and recurring/ongoing This task is included in the updated work plan
Attachment A
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Senior Commission
FY 2022-23 Work Plan Accomplishments
2. Support the City of Carlsbad Age-Friendly Action Plan a. Promote with City of Carlsbad
communication tools
Accomplished and recurring/ongoing This task is included in the updated work plan
b. Align with internal and external
organizations
Accomplished and recurring/ongoing This task is included in the updated work plan
3. Create Adult 50+ opportunities and collaborations beyond the Senior Center, through:
a. Public sites to include parks, community
centers and libraries
Accomplished and recurring/ongoing This task is included in the updated work plan
b. Private locations such as theaters and
senior living communities
Pending
This task is included in the updated
work plan
c. Universities, hospitals, non-profits and
other organizations
Pending This task is included in the updated
work plan
4. Increase social inclusion, enhance connectivity and minimize isolation a. Foster technology friendly experiences Accomplished and recurring/ongoing This task is included in the updated work plan
b. Offer intergenerational programs Accomplished and recurring/ongoing This task is included in the updated work plan
c. Increase transportation to senior services Accomplished and recurring/ongoing This task is included in the updated work plan
d. Enhance marketing and communication of
resources to adults 50+
Acc
omplished and recurring/ongoing This task is included in the updated work plan
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Attac hment B
City of Carlsbad
Senior Commission Work Plan
2024
I. Mission Statement
The Mission of the Senior Commission is to champion an age-inclusive environment that promotes wellness, vitality and education that leads to a vibrant quality of life.
II. Composition
Consistent with Chapter 2.38 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code, the Senior Commission shall consist of five members appointed by the mayor with the approval of the city council. Members shall serve four-year terms. The Senior Commission shall have the responsibility to make recommendations to the city council and to advise the city council on the special needs and concerns of seniors, including the creation, operation, maintenance, management and control of senior programs, activities and facilities. The Senior Commission shall be authorized to and may receive donations, gifts, legacies, endowments or bequests made to the city or to the commission for or on behalf of the city. All donations, gifts, legacies, endowments or bequests so received by the commission shall be turned over to the city treasurer and shall be kept in a special fund to be designated as the senior fund. All moneys in the fund shall be used for promotion, supervision and operation of senior programs. No moneys in the fund shall be spent without prior council authorization.
III. 2024 Goals & Tasks
The Senior Commission will focus on the following 2024 Goals and Tasks:
(Goals identified in numerals; Tasks to accomplish those Goals identified in alphas)
1. Determine the needs of Adults 50+.
a. Continue annual assessment and feedback loop
b. Use informal feedback received from staff and volunteers throughout the year PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT MASTER PLAN UPDATE: SELECTIVE SUPPORT REFERENCE PARK
S STRATEGIES
Ongoing
• Encourage community participation in reporting maintenance or safety concerns. • Review the potential for adding park amenities based on the levels of service recommendations.
PROGRAMS, EVENTS AND FACILITIES STRATEGIES
Short Term (0-3 Year
s)
• Assess current programs and facilities to identify barriers to accessibility and develop plans to address barriers (in support of project’s lead department: Risk Management)
2. Support the City of Carlsbad Age-Friendly Action Plan a. Promote with City of Carlsbad communication tools.
b. Align with internal and external organizations.
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AGE FRIENDLY CARLSBAD ACTION PLAN GOALS & OBJECTIVES: SEL ECTIVE SUPPORT REFERENCE GOAL
S, OBJECTIVES AND ACTIONS
Domain 1: Outdoor Spaces & Buildings
• Provide well-maintained and safe public spaces to all residents across all city-owned facilities.
Domain 2: Social & Civic Participation
• Build on and expand opportunities for social participation for all ages • Build capacity for civic engagement, volunteerism and employment Domain 4: Health & Wellness
• Review current health conditions for Carlsbad populations to identify areas of concern • Provide health – related programs to expand upon the educational health resources available in Carlsbad
Domain 5: Mobility
• Support safe mobility options in the City of Carlsbad for all ages and abilities • Provide information and education about transportation options PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT MASTER PLAN UPDATE: SELECTIVE S UPPORT REFERECE MAI
NTENANCE AND OPERATIONS STRATEGIES
Short Term (0-3 Year s)
• Explore partnerships with community organizations or individual volunteers to periodically provide additional maintenance support
PROGRAMS, EVENTS AND FACILITIES STRATEGIES
Short Term (0-3 Year s)
• Expand program offerings outdoors, including fitness, etc. • Annually evaluate program lifecycles to ensure balance between different stages Ongoing
• Continue to monitor program trends to ensure alignment with community needs Jan. 9, 2024
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3. Create Adult 50+ opportunities and collaborations beyond the Senior Center , through:
a. Public sites to include parks, community centers and libraries b. Private locations such as theaters and senior living communities c. Educational institutions, hospitals, nonprofits and other organizations PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT MASTER PLAN UPDATE: SELECTIVE SUPPORT REFERENCE PRO
GRAMS, EVENTS AND FACILITIES STRATEGIES
Short Term = 0-3 Yea rs
• Partner with local organizations that represent marginalized communities to receive input on program development
Ongoing
• Encourage feedback and open communication between the department and the community
• Partner with healthcare organizations to provide health screenings and education to the community to the active adult population
• Work with community organizations and local businesses to develop partnerships that can help provide or promote new programs and event offerings
FUNDING AND MARKETING STRATEGIES
Short Term = 0-3 Yea rs
• Consider revenue generation that includes corporate partnerships, sponsorships, foundations and/or naming rights opportunities
• Identify potential grant opportunities and develop grant proposals to secure funding Ongoing
• Partner with community organizations and businesses to provide additional funding for scholarships and discounted programs
4. Increase social inclusion, enhance connectivity and minimize isolation. a. Foster technology friendly experiences
b. Offer intergenerational programs
c. Increase transportation to senior services
d. Enhance marketing and communication of resources to adults 50+
AGE FRIENDLY CARLSBAD ACTION PLAN GOALS & OBJECTIVES SELECTIVE SUPPORT REFERENCE GOAL
S, OBJECTIVES AND ACTIONS
Domain 2: Social & Civic Participation
• Build on and expand opportunities for social participation for all ages • Build capacity for civic engagement, volunteerism and employment Jan. 9, 2024
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Domain 5: Mobility
• Provide information and education about transportation options PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT MASTER PLAN UPDATE: SE LECTIVE SUPPORT REFERENCE
PARKS STRATEGIES
Ongoing
• Ensure full ADA access at all parks, with a focus on most immediate needs
MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS STRATEGIES
Ongoing
• Enhance pathway and parking lot lighting, and reduce energy consumption, by converting aging incandescent systems with modern LED systems
PROGRAMS, EVENTS AND FACILITIES STRATEGIES
Short Term = 0-3 Yea rs
• Offer multicultural programs that reflect the community's increasing diversity • Provide accommodations, such as sign language interpretation, to make programs and facilities more inclusive
Ongoing
• Utilize technology, including Augmented Reality, and Virtual Reality to enhance the program experience
FUNDING AND MARKETING STRATEGIES
Ongoing
• Annually review and adjust program, event and facility fees to ensure they are competitive to the market
Jan. 9, 2024
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RESOLUTION NO. 2024-012
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE 2023 WORK PLAN REPORT OF
ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND APPROVING THE 2024 WORK PLAN FOR THE
BEACH PRESERVATION COMMISSION
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, California has determined that annual work plans ensure boards and commissions are working in line with the priorities of the City Council; and WHEREAS, Chapter 2.15 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code (CMC) requires that each board or commission provide to the City Council for its approval an annual work plan of activities to be undertaken by the board or commission and a subsequent report of its accomplishments; and WHEREAS, the mission of the Beach Preservation Commission is to advise the City Council and the City Manager on matters related to erosion prevention and protection/enhancement of the Carlsbad shoreline (e.g., littoral cells, sea level rise), and. to study the best means to maintain beaches for the safety and optimum enjoyment of the public; and WHEREAS, Chapter 2.34 of the CMC details the composition of the Beach Preservation Commission; and
WHEREAS, on Jan. 10, 2023, the City Council approved the 2023 work plan for the Beach Preservation Commission; and
WHEREAS, the commission's report of accomplishments outlined the status of the 2023 work plan's goals and tasks; and
WHEREAS, staff assisted the commission in drafting a 2024 work plan that is consistent with the duties described in CMC Chapter 2.34; and
WHEREAS, at the regularly scheduled meeting on Dec. 7, 2023, the commission voted unanimously to accept the 2024 work plan and to recommend that the City Council approve it.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, California, as follows:
1. That the above recitations are true and correct.
2. That the City Council accepts the 2023 work plan report of accomplishments for the Beach Preservation Commission in Attachment A.
3. That the City Council of the City of Carlsbad approves the 2024 work plan for the Beach Preservation Commission in Attachment B.
Exhibit 3
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PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Carlsbad on the 9th day of January, 2024, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Blackburn, Bhat-Patel, Acosta, Burkholder, Luna.
None.
None.
None.
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KEITH BLACKBURN, Mayor
SHERRY FREISINGER, City Clerk
(SEAL)
Jan. 9, 2024 Item #13 Page 22 of 41
Bea
ch Preservation Commission
FY 2022-23 Work Plan Accomplishments
I. Mission Statement
The
Mission of the City of Carlsbad Beach Preservation Commission is to advise the City Council and the City Manager on matters related to erosion prevention and protection/enhancement of the Carlsbad shoreline (e.g., littoral cells, sea level rise et.al.), and to study the best means to maintain beaches for the safety and optimum enjoyment of the public.
II. Composition
Consistent with City Council Resolution Nos. 93-178 and 2003-120, the Beach Preservation Commission shall be an advisory commission to the City Council and the City Manager, and its seven members shall be appointed Carlsbad residents. The Commission shall investigate and report on topics or studies related to beach erosion as directed by the City Council and City Manager. Commission Members shall serve on a volunteer basis, on staggered terms. Commission Members are expected to attend all meetings, held at dates/times set by the Commission or requested by the City Council or City Manager. The Commission shall be standing, but subject to termination by the City Council if it deems the existence of the Commission is no longer necessary to the City. The Commission name was changed from its original ‘Beach Erosion’ to ‘Beach Preservation’, based on the nature of coastal awareness shifting from strictly evaluating the effects of coastal erosion to a more encompassing view of shoreline preservation.
III. FY 2021-22 Goals & Tasks
The Beach Preservation Commission focused on the following FY 2022-23 Goals and Tasks:
1. Gain a better understanding of local shoreline preservation and beach nourishment projects
TASK STATUS COMMENTS/RECOMMENDATION
a. Study and investigate coastal erosion
impacts to beaches through understanding
of coastal processes and terminology…
-Disruption of natural sand supply and
sediment flow
-High intensity storms and potential
flooding
Accomplished and recurring/ongoing This task received edits to add the text with an
understanding of coastal
processes….
-Edits to clarify Di sruption of natural
sediment flow and sand supply
-Edits to Add text to Living Shoreline
and shoreline buffers.
Attachment A
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I
Beach Preservation Commission
FY 2022-23 Work Plan Accomplishments
-Hard stabilization structures or “coastal
armoring”
-Sand replenishment/beach nourishment
-Living shoreline, shoreline buffers
-Sea Level Rise impacts – littoral
cell/Oceanside cell
b. Review informational documents for
current and future Commission Members,
with items to include minutes and info
from regional planning partners, e.g.,
SANDAG Shoreline Pres. Working Group
Accomplished and recurring/ongoing This task is included in the updated work plan
c. Invite a coastal planner (e.g., Scripps
Institution of Oceanography) to provide an
advertised presentation at a Beach
Preservation Commission Meeting, with a
focus on educating citizens on the means
and ways sandy beaches are preserved in
Carlsbad.
Accomplished and recurring/ongoing This task received edits to add the words an oceanographer professional
and could be preserved….
2. Encourage private and public reps. to be engaged work together on protection and enhancement of local beaches a. Schedule and carry-out plans for two
beach clean-up events (i.e. one mid-and
one post-summer) in the northern beaches
of the City of Carlsbad.
Accomplished and recurring/ongoing This task received edits to include the text o
ne in July and one in October or
November
b. Receive updates from representatives
from the three lagoon foundations in
Carlsbad (Agua Hedionda, Batiquitos, and
Buena Vista Lagoons)
Accomplished and recurring/ongoing This task is included in the updated work plan
Commission received updates from
two of the three lagoon foundations
(Agua Hedionada and Batiquitos).
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Beach Preservation Commission
FY 2022-23 Work Plan Accomplishments
c. Receive updates from the California State
Parks and Rec Department on local erosion
issues, prevention efforts, and any beach
access improvements to our local beaches
Accomplished and recurring/ongoing This task is included in the updated work plan
d. Upon receipt of updates from local
jurisdictions (ie.,. lagoon foundation,
SANDAG, State Parks, California Fish and
Wildlife, etc.), prepare comments as a
Commission to submit to the City Council
regarding any comments or concerns
determined to be of interest to the Council
Pending This task is included in the updated
work plan
e. Observe king tides and extreme low tides
during the winter months (i.e., December –
January) onsite at the Encinas Creek dip
and the South Tamarack state beach.
Pending This task received edits to add the text
repo
rt on Jan. 11, Jan. 12, and Feb. 9…
3. Participate in outreach opportunities related to protection and enhancement of local beaches a. Look for opportunities to engage the
citizens and school children of the City of
Carlsbad (e.g., high school
environmental/marine science clubs,
et.al.) in stewardship of our coastline
through events such as annual beach
cleanups to encourage efforts to keep our
beaches clean throughout the year
Accomplished and recurring/pending This task is included in the updated work plan.
b. Work with other city departments to
encourage outreach for the citizens of
Carlsbad to educate them on potential
erosion impacts and sea level rise as
shown in the City of Carlsbad Local Coastal
Pending This task is included in the updated
work plan
Local Coastal Plan is still in draft form
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Beach Preservation Commission
FY 2022-23 Work Plan Accomplishments
Plan. Invite a city planner to provide an
advertised presentation at a Beach
Preservation Commission Meeting, after
the California Coastal Commission’s review
and comment on the Local Coastal Plan.
c. Observe and monitor local beaches and
tidepools for issues contributing to
degradation of beaches including feeding
squirrels and other wildlife, pet waste
issues, and trash
Accomplished and recurring/ongoing
This task received edits to add
the text.
-Resulting issues shall be reported to
city staff.
d. Make periodic tours of beaches to assess
physical conditions, usage factors and
safety considerations for the beaches and
potentially impacted surrounding areas.
-Resulting issues shall be reported to city
staff.
Accomplished and recurring/ongoing
This task is included in the updated
work plan
4. Tri-annually report out the progress on completing the Goals & Tasks of the Work Plan a. Participate in the review of these goals
and tasks during an agenda item
scheduled every other meeting of the
Beach Preservation Commission
Accomplished and recurring/ongoing This task is included in the updated work plan
Jan. 9, 2024
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Attachment B
City of Carlsbad
Beach Preservation Commission Work Plan
2024
I. Missi
on Statement
The Mission of the City of Carlsbad Beach Preservation Commission is to advise the City Council and the City Manager on matters related to erosion prevention and protection/enhancement of the Carlsbad shoreline (e.g., littoral cells, sea level rise et.al.), and to study the best means to maintain beaches for the safety and optimum enjoyment of the public.
II. Composition
Consistent with Chapter 2.34 o f the Carlsbad Municipal Code, the Beach Preservation Commission shall consist of seven members appointed by the mayor with the approval of the city council. Members shall serve four-year terms. The Commission shall investigate, research, and make recommendations to the city council and the city manager on general coastal topics, studies, and programs, including, but not limited to, the following: Protecting and enhancing the shoreline (e.g. littoral cells, and sea level rise); preventing beach erosion; and preserving and maintaining beaches for the safety and optimum enjoyment of the public. (Ord. CS-452 § 2, 2023) Commission Members shall serve on a volunteer basis, on staggered terms. Commission Members are expected to attend all meetings, held at dates/times set by the Commission or requested by the City Council or City Manager. The Commission shall be standing, but subject to termination by the City Council if it deems the existence of the Commission is no longer necessary to the City.
III. 2024 Goals & Tasks
The Beach Preservation Commission will focus on the following 2024 Goals & Tasks:
(Goals identified in numerals; Tasks to accomplish those Goals identified in alphas)
1. G ai
n a better understanding of local shoreline preservation and beach nourishment projects.
a. Study and investigate coastal erosion impacts to Carlsbad beaches, with an understanding of coastal processes and terminology, including:
- Disruption of natural sediment flow and sand supply
- High intensity storms and potential flooding
- Hard stabilization structures or “coastal armoring”
- Sand replenishment/beach nourishment
- Living shorelines and shoreline buffers
- Sea Level Rise impacts
- Littoral cell/Oceanside cell
b. Review informational documents for current and future Commission Members, with items to include:
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Attachment B
- Minutes and information from regional planning partners such as SANDAG’s Shoreline Preservation Working Group.
c. Invite an oceanography professional (e.g., Scripps Institution of Oceanography) to provide an advertised presentation at a Beach Preservation Commission Meeting, with a focus on educating citizens on the means and ways sandy beaches are and could be preserved in Carlsbad.
2. Encourage private and public representatives to be engaged and work together on protection and enhancement of local beaches.
a. Schedule and carry-out plans for two beach clean-up events (i.e., one in July and one in October or November) in the northern beaches of Carlsbad. b. Receive updates from representatives from the three lagoon foundations in Carlsbad (Agua Hedionda, Batiquitos, and Buena Vista Lagoons). c. Receive updates from the California State Parks and Recreation Department on local erosion issues, prevention efforts, and any beach access improvements to our local beaches.
d. Upon receipt of updates from local jurisdictions (i.e. lagoon foundation, SANDAG, State Parks, California Fish and Wildlife, etc.), prepare comments as a Commission to submit to the City Council regarding any comments or concerns determined to be of interest to the Council.
e. Observe and report on Jan. 11, Jan. 12 and Feb. 9 king tides and extreme low tides during the winter months (i.e., December – January) onsite at the Encinas Creek dip and the South Tamarack State Beach.
3. Participate in outreach opportunities related to protection and enhancement of local beaches.
a. Look for opportunities to engage the citizens and school children of the City of Carlsbad (e.g., high school environmental/marine science clubs, et. al.) in stewardship of our coastline through events such as annual beach cleanups to encourage efforts to keep our beaches clean throughout the year. b. Work with other city departments to encourage outreach for the citizens of Carlsbad to educate them on potential erosion impacts and sea level rise as shown in the City of Carlsbad Local Coastal Plan. Invite a city planner to provide an advertised presentation at a Beach Preservation Commission Meeting, after the California Coastal Commission’s review and comment on the Local Coastal Plan.
c. Observe and monitor local beaches and tidepools for issues contributing to degradation of beaches including feeding squirrels and other wildlife, pet waste issues, and trash.
- Resulting issues requiring action shall be reported to city staff. d. Make periodic tours of all Carlsbad beaches to assess physical conditions, usage factors and safety considerations for the beaches and potentially impacted surrounding areas.
- Resulting issues requiring action shall be reported to city staff.
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Attachment B
4. Tri-annually report out the progress on completing the Goals & Tasks of the Beach Preservation Commission’s Work Plan.
a. Participate in the review of these goals and tasks during an agenda item scheduled every other meeting of the Beach Preservation Commission.
Jan. 9, 2024
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Exhib
it 4
City
of Carlsbad
Parks & Recreation Commission Work Plan
2024
I. Mission Statement
The Mission of the Parks & Recreation Commission is to promote community health and wellness while supporting a culture that embraces change and continuous improvement.
II. Composition
Consistent with Chapter 2.36 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code, the Parks & Recreation Commission shall consist of seven members appointed by the mayor with the approval of the city council.
Members shall serve four- year terms. The Parks & Recreation Commission shall have the power, and it shall be the duty of the commission, to make recommendations to the city council and to advise the council in matters pertaining to the creation, operation, maintenance, management and control of community recreation programs, of playgrounds and indoor and outdoor recreations, activities and facilities. Further, it shall be the duty of the commission to advise and make recommendations to the city council on matters pertaining to planting, trimming, pruning, and care of all trees, shrubs or plants and to the removal of all objectionable trees, shrubs and plants in and upon any park of the city. The parks and recreation commission shall have the additional power, and it shall be the duty of the commission to review tree-related issues and to determine the needs of the city with respect to its tree planting, replacement, maintenance and preservation programs.
The commission will also make recommendations to the city council on policies, regulations or ordinances pertaining to the care and protection of public trees and the selection of specific species of trees for designation along city streets, including the development of a community forest management plan for the city. In addition, in accordance with Section 11.12.150 of the municipal code, the Parks & Recreation Commission shall hear appeals from decisions of the city manager acting through the parks and recreation director or designee, regarding the planting or removal of street trees.
III. 2024 Goals & Tasks
The Parks & Recreation Commission will focus on the following 2024 Goals and Tasks:
(Goals
identified in numerals; Tasks to accomplish those Goals identified in alphas)
1. Ad vise cityCity staff and City Council on projects, plans, events and programs a. Focus on progress, adherence and impact
PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT MASTER PLAN UPDATE: SELECTIVE SUPPORT REFERENCE
PARKS STRATEGIES
Short Term (0-3 Years)
• Seek City Council direction on whether to pursue the construction of outdoor pickleball courts at an existing park to address the current demand Jan. 9, 2024
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• Complete a Parks in Lieu Fee and Parks Impact Fee Study and present its findings to the City Council for review and direction
• Complete construction plans, bidding and construction implementation for Stagecoach Park Community Garden
• Complete construction plans, bidding and construction implementation for Veterans Memorial Park
• Complete community engagement, conceptual design and permitting for Robertson Ranch Community Park
• Contribute to completing construction plans, bidding and construction implementation for Monroe Street Pool Renovation/Replacement (in support of project’s lead department: Fleet & Facilities)
• Contribute to completing construction plans, bidding and construction implementation for Beach Access Repairs and Upgrades (in support of project’s lead department:
Transportation)
Ongoing
• Incorporate environmentally friendly practices into park design and operations, such as drought-tolerant landscaping and energy-efficient lighting • Explore certifications or equivalencies, such as SITES or LEED, for new park designs or renovations
• Ensure full ADA access at all parks, with a focus on most immediate needs • Add more trees within parks, where feasible
MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS STRATEGIES
Ongoing
• Enhance pathway and parking lot lighting, and reduce energy consumption, by converting aging incandescent systems with modern LED systems
PROGRAMS, EVENTS AND FACILITIES STRATEGIES
Short Term = 0-3 Years
• Assess current programs and facilities to identify barriers to accessibility and develop plans to address identified barriers (in support of project’s lead department: Risk Management)
• Explore expansion of scholarship programs and other financial assistance options, such as sliding scale fees, to help reduce barriers to program participation • Evaluate offering programs at the northern, city-controlled beach • Expand program offerings outdoors, including fitness, etc. • Annually evaluate program lifecycles to ensure balance between different stages • Offer multicultural programs that reflect the community's increasing diversity • Provide accommodations, such as sign language interpretation, to make programs and facilities more inclusive
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Ongoing
• Continue to monitor program trends to ensure ongoing alignment with community needs
• Utilize technology, including Augmented Reality, and Virtual Reality to enhance the program experience
FUNDING AND MARKETING STRATEGIES
Short Term = 0-3 Years
• Identify potential grant opportunities and develop grant proposals to secure funding • Implement fee study findings to ensure fees are competitive to those fees of surrounding cities for like offerings
• Develop a CAPRA compliant department marketing plan to promote the various offerings
Ongoing
• Partner with community organizations and businesses to provide additional funding for scholarships and discounted programs
• Annually review and adjust program, event and facility fees to ensure they are competitive to the market
• Annually review athletic field use fees competitive to the market
2. Enhance accessibility, visibility and engagement
a. Ensure a quorum at all Commission meetings
b. Have Commissioners conduct site visits to parks, facilities and programs c. Have individual Commissioners attend at least two Parks & Recreation events
PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT MASTER PLAN UPDATE: SELECTIVE S UPPORT REFERENCE
PARKS STRATEGIES
Ongoing
• Encourage community participation in reporting maintenance or safety concerns • Review the potential for adding park amenities based on the levels of service recommendations
MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS STRATEGIES
Short Term = 0-3 Years
• Continue to invest in upgrading aging infrastructure with the department’s annual operating budget and – as needed – with the capital improvement program budget Ongoing
• Explore grant opportunities to supplement funds for upgrades to aging infrastructure and equipment
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PROGRAMS, EVENTS AND FACILITIES STRATEGIES
Ongoing
• Encourage feedback and open communication between the department and the community
FUNDING AND MARKETING STRATEGIES
Short Term = 0-3 Years
• Develop a CAPRA compliant department marketing plan to promote the various offerings
3. Broaden outreach and education
a. Connect with other relevant agencies and organizations b. Invite educational presentations at Commission meetings
PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT MASTER PLAN UPDATE: SELECTIVE S UPPORT REFERENCE
PARKS STRATEGIES
Short Term (0-3 Years)
• Educate park visitors about sustainable practices and encourage them to participate in environmental initiatives
Ongoing
• Encourage community participation in reporting maintenance or safety concerns
MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS STRATEGIES
Short Term = 0-3 Years
• Explore partnerships with community organizations or individual volunteers to periodically provide additional maintenance support
PROGRAMS, EVENTS AND FACILITIES STRATEGIES
Short Term = 0-3 Years
• Partner with local organizations that represent marginalized communities to receive input on program development
Ongoing
• Partner with healthcare organizations to provide health screenings and education to the community to the active adult population
• Work with community organizations and local businesses to develop partnerships that can help provide or promote new programs and event offerings
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FUNDING AND MARKETING STRATEGIES
Short Term = 0-3 Years
• Consider revenue generation that includes corporate partnerships, sponsorships, foundations and/or naming rights opportunities
Ongoing
• Partner with community organizations and businesses to provide additional funding for scholarships and discounted programs
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Exhibit 5
City of Carlsbad
Senior Commission Work Plan
2024
I. Mission Statement
The Mission of the Senior Commission is to champion an age-inclusive environment that promotes wellness, vitality and education that leads to a vibrant quality of life.
II. Composition
Consistent with Chapter 2.38 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code, the Senior Commission shall consist of five members appointed by the mayor with the approval of the city council. Members shall serve four-year terms. The Senior Commission shall have the responsibility to make recommendations to the city council and to advise the city council on the special needs and concerns of seniors, including the creation, operation, maintenance, management and control of senior programs, activities and facilities. The Senior Commission shall be authorized to and may receive donations, gifts, legacies, endowments or bequests made to the city or to the commission for or on behalf of the city. All donations, gifts, legacies, endowments or bequests so received by the commission shall be turned over to the city treasurer and shall be kept in a special fund to be designated as the senior fund. All moneys in the fund shall be used for promotion, supervision and operation of senior programs. No moneys in the fund shall be spent without prior council authorization.
III. 2024 Goals & Tasks
The Senior Commission will focus on the following 2024 Goals and Tasks:
(Goals identified in numerals; Tasks to accomplish those Goals identified in alphas)
1. Determine the needs of Adults 50+.
a. Continue annual assessment and feedback loop
b. Use informal feedback received from staff and volunteers throughout the year
PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT MASTER PLAN UPDATE: SELECTI VE SUPPORT REFERENCE
PA RKS STRATEGIES
Ongoing
• Encourage community participation in reporting maintenance or safety concerns. • Review the potential for adding park amenities based on the levels of service recommendations.
PROGRAMS, EVENTS AND FACILITIES STRATEGIES
Short Term = 0-3 Years
• Assess current programs and facilities to identify barriers to accessibility and develop plans to address barriers (in support of project’s lead department: Risk Management)
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2. Support the City of Carlsbad Age-Friendly Action Plan a. Promote with City of Carlsbad communication tools.
b. Align with internal and external organizations.
A GE FRIENDLY CARLSBAD ACTION PLAN GOALS & OBJECTIVES: SELECTIVE SUPPORT REFERENCE
GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND ACTIONS
Domain 1: Outdoor Spaces & Buildings
• Provide well-maintained and safe public spaces to all residents across all city- owned facilities.
Domain 2: Social & Civic Participation
• Build on and expand opportunities for social participation for all ages • Build capacity for civic engagement, volunteerism and employment
D omain 4: Health & Wellness
• Review current health conditions for Carlsbad populations to identify areas of concern
• Provide health – related programs to expand upon the educational health resources available in Carlsbad
Domain 5: Mobility
• Support safe mobility options in the City of Carlsbad for all ages and abilities • Provide information and education about transportation options
PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT MASTER PLAN UPDATE: SELECTIVE S
UPPORT REFERECE
MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS STRATEGIES
Short Term = 0-3 Years
• Explore partnerships with community organizations or individual volunteers to periodically provide additional maintenance support
PROGRAMS, EVENTS AND FACILITIES STRATEGIES
Short Term = 0-3 Years
• Expand program offerings outdoors, including fitness, etc. • Annually evaluate program lifecycles to ensure balance between different stages
Ongoing
• Continue to monitor program trends to ensure alignment with community needs
3. Create Adult 50+ opportunities and collaborations beyond the Senior Center , through:
a. Public sites to include parks, community centers and libraries b. Private locations such as theaters and senior living communities c. Educational institutions, hospitals, nonprofits and other organizations
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PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT MASTER PLAN UPDATE: SELECTIVE SUPPORT REFERENCE
PROGRAMS, EVENTS AND FACILITIES STRATEGIES
Short Term = 0-3 Years
• Partner with local organizations that represent marginalized communities to receive input on program development
Ongoing
• Encourage feedback and open communication between the department and the community
• Partner with healthcare organizations to provide health screenings and education to the community to the active adult population
• Work with community organizations and local businesses to develop partnerships that can help provide or promote new programs and event offerings
FUNDING AND MARKETING STRATEGIES
Short Term = 0-3 Years
• Consider revenue generation that includes corporate partnerships, sponsorships, foundations and/or naming rights opportunities
• Identify potential grant opportunities and develop grant proposals to secure funding
Ongoing
• Partner with community organizations and businesses to provide additional funding for scholarships and discounted programs
4. Increase social inclusion, enhance connectivity and minimize isolation. a. Foster technology friendly experiences
b. Offer intergenerational programs
c. Increase transportation to senior services
d. Enhance marketing and communication of resources to adults 50+
AGE FRIENDLY CARLSBAD ACTION PLAN GOALS & OBJECTIVES SELECTIVE SUPPORT REFERENCE
GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND ACTIONS
Domain 2: Social & Civic Participation
• Build on and expand opportunities for social participation for all ages • Build capacity for civic engagement, volunteerism and employment
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Domain 5: Mobility
• Provide information and education about transportation options
PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT MASTER PLAN UPDATE: SE LECTIVE SUPPORT REFERENCE
PARKS STRATEGIES
Ongoing
• Ensure full ADA access at all parks, with a focus on most immediate needs
MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS STRATEGIES
Ongoing
• Enhance pathway and parking lot lighting, and reduce energy consumption, by converting aging incandescent systems with modern LED systems
PR OGRAMS, EVENTS AND FACILITIES STRATEGIES
Short Term = 0-3 Years
• Offer multicultural programs that reflect the community's increasing diversity • Provide accommodations, such as sign language interpretation, to make programs and facilities more inclusive
Ongoing
• Utilize technology, including Augmented Reality, and Virtual Reality to enhance the program experience
FUNDING AND MARKETING STRATEGIES
Ongoing
• Annually review and adjust program, event and facility fees to ensure they are competitive to the market
Jan. 9, 2024
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Exhibit 6
City of Carlsbad
Beach Preservation Commission Work Plan
2024
I. Mission Statement
The Mission of the City of Carlsbad Beach Preservation Commission is to advise the City Council and the City Manager on matters related to erosion prevention and protection/enhancement of the Carlsbad shoreline (e.g., littoral cells, sea level rise et.al.), and to study the best means to maintain beaches for the safety and optimum enjoyment of the public.
II. Composition
Consistent with Chapter 2.34 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code, the Beach Preservation Commission shall consist of seven members appointed by the mayor with the approval of the city council. Members shall serve four-year terms. The Commission shall investigate, research, and make recommendations to the city council and the city manager on general coastal topics, studies, and programs, including, but not limited to, the following: Protecting and enhancing the shoreline (e.g. littoral cells, and sea level rise); preventing beach erosion; and preserving and maintaining beaches for the safety and optimum enjoyment of the public. (Ord. CS-452 § 2, 2023). Commission Members shall serve on a volunteer basis, on staggered terms. Commission Members are expected to attend all meetings, held at dates/times set by the Commission or requested by the City Council or City Manager. The Commission shall be standing, but subject to termination by the City Council if it deems the existence of the Commission is no longer necessary to the City.
III. 2024 Goals & Tasks
The Beach Preservation Commission will focus on the following 2024 Goals & Tasks:
(Goals identified in numerals; Tasks to accomplish those Goals identified in alphas)
1. Gain a better understanding of local shoreline preservation and beach nourishment projects.
a. Study and investigate coastal erosion impacts to Carlsbad beaches, with an understanding of coastal processes and terminology, including:
- Disruption of natural sediment flow and sand supply
- High intensity storms and potential flooding
- Hard stabilization structures or “coastal armoring”
- Sand replenishment/beach nourishment
- Living shorelines and shoreline buffers
- Sea Level Rise impacts
- Littoral cell/Oceanside cell
b. Review informational documents for current and future Commission Members, with items to include:
• Minutes and information from regional planning partners such as SANDAG’s Shoreline Preservation Working Group.
Jan. 9, 2024
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Exhibit 6
c. Invite an oceanography professional (e.g., Scripps Institution of Oceanography) to provide an advertised presentation at a Beach Preservation Commission Meeting, with a focus on educating citizens on the means and ways sandy beaches are and could be preserved in Carlsbad.
2. Encourage private and public representatives to be engaged and work together on protection and enhancement of local beaches.
a. Schedule and carry-out plans for two beach clean-up events (i.e., one in July and one in October or November) in the northern beaches of the City of Carlsbad.
b. Receive updates from representatives from the three lagoon foundations in Carlsbad (Agua Hedionda, Batiquitos, and Buena Vista Lagoons). c. Receive updates from the California State Parks and Recreation Department on local erosion issues, prevention efforts, and any beach access improvements to our local beaches.
d. Upon receipt of updates from local jurisdictions (i.e. lagoon foundation, SANDAG, State Parks, California Fish and Wildlife, etc.), prepare comments as a Commission to submit to the City Council regarding any comments or concerns determined to be of interest to the Council.
e. Observe and report on Jan. 11, Jan. 12 and Feb. 9 king tides and extreme low tides during the winter months (i.e., December – January) onsite at the Encinas Creek dip and the South Tamarack State Beach.
3. Participate in outreach opportunities related to protection and enhancement of local beaches.
a. Look for opportunities to engage the citizens and school children of the City of Carlsbad (e.g., high school environmental/marine science clubs, et. al.) in stewardship of our coastline through events such as annual beach cleanups to encourage efforts to keep our beaches clean throughout the year. b. Work with other city departments to encourage outreach for the citizens of Carlsbad to educate them on potential erosion impacts and sea level rise as shown in the City of Carlsbad Local Coastal Plan. Invite a city planner to provide an advertised presentation at a Beach Preservation Commission Meeting, after the California Coastal Commission’s review and comment on the Local Coastal Plan.
c. Observe and monitor local beaches and tidepools for issues contributing to degradation of beaches including feeding squirrels and other wildlife, pet waste issues, and trash.
- Resulting issues requiring action shall be reported to city staff. d. Make periodic tours of all Carlsbad beaches to assess physical conditions, usage factors and safety considerations for the beaches and potentially impacted surrounding areas.
- Resulting issues requiring action shall be reported to city staff.
Jan. 9, 2024
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Exhibit 6
4. Tri-annually report out the progress on completing the Goals & Tasks of the Beach Preservation Commission’s Work Plan.
a. Participate in the review of these goals and tasks during an agenda item scheduled every other meeting of the Beach Preservation Commission.
Jan. 9, 2024
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Tammy Cloud-McMinn
From:
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Subject:
Honorable Mayor and City Council
Diane Nygaard <[email protected] >
Monday, January 8, 2024 6:23 PM
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All Receive - Agenda Item # Ll
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Comments on # 13- Parks and Recreation Commission Workplan We appreciate all of the work that will be taken on by the Parks and Recreation Commission. But we note there are two key items that are missing from the Workplan, and that in fact do not seem to be under the review of any citizen's committee- trails and open space.
Trails are a high priority community value and the city has a long term commitment to maintain and expand the trails system as documented in the Trails Master Plan. Yet there is no mention of trails in the workplan and it appears that this commission has no role in providing input on them.
Since 1986 the city has had a goal to maintain 40% open space at buildout- and is getting close to achieving that. Yet this al.so is not mentioned in the Workplan .
• • • ¥. • •
If not this Commission- then which one would provide input on these two high priority community resources? ..
Sincerely
Diane Nygaard
On behalf of Preserve Calavera
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Commissions’ 2024 Work Plans
Mick Calarco, Recreation Services Manager
Eric Biggin, Recreation Area Manager
Nick Stupin, Parks Planning Manager
Jan. 9, 2024
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TODAY’S PRESENTATION
• Background
• Work Plan Components
• Parks & Recreation Commission Work Plan
• Senior Commission Work Plan
• Beach Preservation Commission Work Plan
• Chairpersons’ Comments
• Next Steps
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BACKGROUND
• Parks & Recreation Department staff supports:
Parks & Recreation Commission
Senior Commission
Beach Preservation Commission
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3 BACKGROUND
• CMC Section 2.15.020 (C)
Requires that each board or commission
provide to City Council for its approval an
annual work plan of activities to be undertaken
and a subsequent report of its accomplishments
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4 WORK PLAN COMPONENTS
• Three components to each work plan:
Mission Statement
Composition (Role)
Goals & Tasks
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5 WORK PLAN COMPONENTS
• Several tasks in the existing work plans are
either in process, recurring or ongoing
The commissions have carried forward those
tasks to the proposed 2024 work plans
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6 PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION
• Robert Winston, Chairperson
• Mick Calarco, Staff Liaison
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7 PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION
• Jan. 10, 2023: Council approved current work plan
The report of accomplishments (Attach A to Reso)
outlines status of the work plan’s goals and tasks
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8 PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION
• Nov. 20, 2023: staff assisted commission in drafting
a 2024 work plan consistent with described duties
Staff also prepared selective support references
from the department’s master plan update
Edits to the work plan are shown in Exhibit 4
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9 PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION
• Mission Statement
The Mission of the Parks & Recreation
Commission is to promote community health
and wellness while supporting a culture that
embraces change and continuous improvement
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• Composition
The role of the commission is described in
Chapter 2.36 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code
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• Goals & Tasks
Presentation will focus on goals of the work plan
Associated tasks are detailed in Attach B to Reso
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• Goal 1
Advise the city staff and City Council on
projects, plans, events and programs
One task associated with the goal
27 master plan support references for the goal
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• Goal 2
Enhance accessibility, visibility and engagement
Three tasks associated with the goal
Six master plan support references for the goal
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• Goal 3
Broaden outreach and education
Two tasks associated with the goal
Eight master plan support references for the goal
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15 SENIOR COMMISSION
• Kathy Rangus, Chairperson
• Eric Biggin, Staff Liaison
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16 SENIOR COMMISSION
• Jan. 10, 2023 – Council approved current work plan
The report of accomplishments (Attach A to Reso)
outlines status of the work plan’s goals and tasks
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17 SENIOR COMMISSION
• Dec. 7, 2023: staff assisted commission in drafting
a 2024 work plan consistent with described duties
Staff also prepared selective support references
from the department’s master plan update and
the Age Friendly Carlsbad Action Plan
Edits to the work plan are shown in Exhibit 5
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• Mission Statement
The Mission of the Senior Commission is to
champion an age-inclusive environment that
promotes wellness, vitality and education
that leads to a vibrant quality of life
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• Composition
The role of the Commission is described in
Chapter 2.38 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code
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• Goals & Tasks
Presentation will focus on goals of the work plan
Associated tasks are detailed in Attach B to Reso
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• Goal 1
Determine the needs of adults 50+
Two tasks associated with the goal
Three master plan support references for the goal
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• Goal 2
Support the Age-Friendly Carlsbad Action Plan
Two tasks associated with the goal
Seven action plan support references for the goal
Four master plan support references for the goal
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• Goal 3
Create adults 50+ opportunities and
collaborations beyond the Senior Center
Three tasks associated with the goal
Seven master plan support references for the goal
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• Goal 4
Increase social inclusion, enhance connectivity
and minimize isolation
Four tasks associated with the goal
Three action plan support references for the goal
Six master plan support references for the goal
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25 BEACH PRESERVATION COMMISSION
• Kathy Steindlberger, Chairperson
• Nick Stupin, Staff Liaison
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26 BEACH PRESERVATION COMMISSION
• Jan. 10, 2023: Council approved current work plan
The report of accomplishments (Attach A to Reso)
outlines status of the work plan’s goals and tasks
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27 BEACH PRESERVATION COMMISSION
• Dec. 5, 2023: staff assisted commission in drafting
a 2024 work plan consistent with described duties
Edits to the work plan are shown in Exhibit 6
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28 BEACH PRESERVATION COMMISSION
• Mission Statement
The Mission of the Beach Preservation
Commission is to advise the City Council and
the City Manager on matters related to erosion
prevention and protection/enhancement of the
Carlsbad shoreline (e.g., littoral cells, sea level
rise et.al.), and to study the best means to
maintain beaches for the safety and optimum
enjoyment of the public
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• Composition
The role of the Commission is described in
Chapter 2.34 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code
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• Goals & Tasks
Presentation will focus on goals of the work plan
Associated tasks are detailed in Attach B to Reso
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• Goal 1
Gain a better understanding of local shoreline
preservation and beach nourishment projects
Three tasks associated with the goal
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• Goal 2
Encourage private and public representatives
to be engaged and work together on
protection and enhancement of local beaches
Five tasks associated with the goal
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• Goal 3
Participate in outreach opportunities related to
protection and enhancement of local beaches
Four tasks associated with the goal
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• Goal 4
Tri-annually report out the progress on
completing the goals & tasks of the work plan
One task associated with the goal
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35 CHAIRPERSON SUPPORT COMMENT
• Robert Winston, Parks & Rec Commission
• Kathy Rangus, Senior Commission
• Kathy Steindlberger, Beach Preservation Commission
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36 NEXT STEPS
• The commissions and staff will focus efforts on
the activities listed in the approved work plans
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37 RECOMMENDED ACTIONS
1. Adopt a resolution accepting the 2023
work plan report of accomplishments and
approving the 2024 work plan for the
Parks & Recreation Commission
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2. Adopt a resolution accepting the 2023
work plan report of accomplishments and
approving the 2024 work plan for the
Senior Commission
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3. Adopt a resolution accepting the 2023
work plan report of accomplishments and
approving the 2024 work plan for the
Beach Preservation Commission
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40 QUESTIONS/COMMENTS
• Thank you
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