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September 24, 2024
Agenda Item No. 15
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: Seimone Jurjis, Assistant City Manager/Community Development Director - 949-644-3232, [email protected]
PREPARED BY: Benjamin M. Zdeba, AICP, Planning Manager - 949-644-3253, [email protected]
TITLE: General Plan Update Steering Committee (GPUSC) Bi-Monthly Update to the City Council and Confirmation of New Appointments to the General Plan Advisory Committee (GPAC)
ABSTRACT:
Since the previous update to the City Council in June 2024, the General Plan Update Steering Committee (Steering Committee) has held two public meetings, the General Plan Advisory Committee (Advisory Committee) has held three public meetings, and various subcommittees have collectively held five public meetings. This report provides an update to the City Council on the discussions and actions taken and includes a request to pursue additional technical work related to the Noise Element.
In addition, there are two unscheduled vacancies on the Advisory Committee. As directed by Resolution No. 2023-51, the Steering Committee reviewed applications for appointment to fill the unscheduled vacancies and recommends the appointment of two applicants to fill the vacant seats.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
a) Determine this action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) and 15060(c)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because this action will not result in a physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly; b) Receive and file the report to express concurrence with the General Plan Advisory Committee and the General Plan Update Steering Committee for additional work related to the General Plan Noise Element; and
c) Confirm the General Plan Update Steering Committee's recommended appointments of Virginia Anders-Ellmore and Janine Padia to fill the seats on the General Plan Advisory Committee.
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GPUSC Bi-Monthly Update
The General Plan Update Steering Committee (Steering Committee) is chaired by Nancy Gardner with Phillip Brown and Kimberly Carter as members. The primary purpose of the Steering Committee is to guide the 30-member General Plan Advisory Committee (Advisory Committee) and to report to the City Council. 15-1
GPUSC Bi-Monthly Update to the City Council and Confirmation of New Appointments to the General Plan Advisory Committee GPAC September 24, 2024
The City's dedicated website for the General Plan Update is found at www.newportbeachca.gov/gpupdate and provides information on the progress and upcoming events, as well as opportunities for community input and engagement.
Attachment A to this report was prepared by Steering Committee Chair Gardner and summarizes some of the notable recent progress made by the Steering Committee and Advisory Committee. Below is a list and recap of each Steering Committee and Advisory Committee meeting held since the previous, June 11, 2024, update to the City Council.
The request for additional consultant support related to the Noise Element is discussed under the recap for the July 29, 2024, Advisory Committee meeting, and was supported by the Steering Committee at its August 14, 2024, meeting.
Recap of the June 19, 2024, Advisory Committee Meeting
• Between this meeting and the prior meeting in late April, the Land Use Subcommittee, Harbor and Bay Subcommittee, and the Safety Subcommittee all convened.
o Members of the Land Use Subcommittee identified Advisory Committee Member Susan DeSantis as the chair. The subcommittee reviewed the Land Use Element's Existing Conditions and Background Analysis Report prepared by Dudek and generally supported it to help inform the outreach and engagement efforts. The subcommittee also reviewed and discussed density bonus units, as they relate to the development limits identified in the Housing Element Implementation Program Amendments.
o The Harbor and Bay Subcommittee, led by Advisory Committee Member Curtis Black, reviewed the Harbor and Bay Element's Existing Conditions and Background Analysis Report prepared by Dudek. The subcommittee provided feedback while generally supporting the report to help inform the outreach and engagement efforts.
o The Safety Subcommittee, led by Advisory Committee Member Nancy Scarbrough, reviewed the Safety Element's Existing Conditions and Background Analysis Report prepared by Dudek. The subcommittee provided feedback while generally supporting the report to help inform the outreach and engagement efforts.
• All subcommittee chairs reported out to the full Advisory Committee at the June 19 meeting and received support for their respective efforts.
Recap of the June 19, 2024, Steering Committee Meeting
• The Steering Committee briefly reviewed the actions of the Advisory Committee and expressed support for the efforts.
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GPUSC Bi-Monthly Update to the City Council and Confirmation of New Appointments to the General Plan Advisory Committee GPAC September 24, 2024
Recap of the July 29, 2024, Advisory Committee Meeting
• Between this meeting and the prior meeting in June, the Noise Subcommittee convened twice.
o The Noise Subcommittee, led by Advisory Committee Member Jim Mosher, met and learned about types of noise complaints from Senior Code Enforcement Officer Monique Navarrete and discussed next steps. o The Noise Subcommittee met again to review a brief memo prepared by Senior Acoustician Dana Lodico from Dudek evaluating the current Noise Element and identifying possible areas for improvement. This memo, dated June 27, 2024, is included as Attachment B to this report. • Noise Subcommittee Chair Mosher reported out to the full Advisory Committee at the July 29 meeting and received support for pursuing the City Council's authorization for the technical work necessary to model and update Figures N1 through N6 related to existing and future noise contours, and to conduct a community noise survey. As the current figures were prepared to reflect the "existing" condition in 2006, the future figures were prepared to reflect the projected condition in 2025, and road segments along the SR 73 Freeway were excluded, the subcommittee and full Advisory Committee agreed that those should be revisited and updated as part of the comprehensive update. It is important to distinguish that updating Figures N1 through N6 would only be related to roadway noise and will not include any changes to the noise emissions from John Wayne Airport's operations, as updated by the City Council in November 2023. The community noise survey is purposed with identifying the ambient sound levels and impact of noise in various community areas that may be attributable to proximate major noise sources. Further study of this item will require an amendment to the agreement with Dudek, the City's consultant for the General Plan Update. Staff will present the amended scope of work for Dudek at a future City Council meeting.
The amendment is anticipated to cost an additional $65,000. • The Advisory Committee also reviewed the Implementation Program Analysis, Technical Diagnostic Memo, and the Phase One Outreach Summary. All three documents were received and filed.
Recap of the August 14, 2024, Steering Committee Meeting • The Steering Committee briefly reviewed the actions of the Advisory Committee and expressed support for the efforts, including the additional work proposed for the Noise Element, and conducted an open discussion regarding the Housing Element and its implementation to offer clarity to the public on matters such as the Focus Area development limits, Coyote Canyon, and next steps. • The Steering Committee also reviewed applications received in response to the City Clerk's posting of the Notice of Unscheduled Vacancies for two open seats on the Advisory Committee. This component is discussed in more detail under the "Confirmation of Appointments to GPAC" subheading below. 15-3
GPUSC Bi-Monthly Update to the City Council and Confirmation of New Appointments to the General Plan Advisory Committee GPAC September 24, 2024
Recap of the September 4, 2024, Advisory Committee Meeting • Between this meeting and the prior meeting in July, City staff worked with the Vision Statement and Outreach Subcommittees virtually through email correspondence.
o The Vision Statement Subcommittee provided input on the structure and gave feedback in response to the initial draft version of the updated Vision Statement.
o The Outreach Subcommittee reviewed and accepted the strategy for Phase Two of the General Plan Update, as it relates to the Engagement and Outreach Plan.
• Dudek and City staff presented the initial draft Vision Statement, including Guiding Values and Priorities. The full Advisory Committee provided pointed feedback. All members in attendance supported allowing Dudek and City staff to make responsive edits and bring back a final version of the initial draft at the next Advisory Committee meeting with the exception of Advisory Committee Member Mosher who voted no on the motion.
• Kearns & West presented the Phase Two outreach strategy as a supplement to the original Community Engagement and Outreach Plan. The full Advisory Committee generally supported the strategy.
• Lastly, the Advisory Committee took a straw poll to show consensus that it would be beneficial to have Tony Petros of LSA Associates and City Traffic Engineer Brad Sommers present at a future meeting. Potential topics of interest include the 2022 updates to the Circulation Element, the concept of "complete streets" and how it transcends into other elements, as well as potential future updates that may be necessary to the Circulation Element.
Outreach and Upcoming Meetings
• Engagement and Outreach for Phase One of the General Plan Update process has concluded and is documented in the Phase One Outreach Summary, which has been reviewed by both the Advisory Committee and the Steering Committee, and is included as Attachment C.
• The Advisory Committee's Noise Subcommittee is anticipated to convene again in September, with the full Advisory Committee meeting on October 2, 2024. The General Plan Update remains on track to conclude in the summer of 2025.
Confirmation of ADDointments to the Advisory Committee
As of June 2024, both Matthew Brady and Graham Wahlberg stepped away from their commitments to the Advisory Committee. Accordingly, there were two unscheduled vacancies. The term of the appointment is indefinite, pending the City Council's adoption of the General Plan Update. Pursuant to City Council Policy A-2, Boards, Commissions and Committees, the City Council's new appointees to the Advisory Committee will serve the balance of the unexpired term for each seat.
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GPUSC Bi-Monthly Update to the City Council and Confirmation of New Appointments to the General Plan Advisory Committee GPAC September 24, 2024
The City Clerk prepared and posted a Notice of Vacancy on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, in the City Clerk's Office, on the bulletin board in the City Council Chambers, and on the City's website, and published it in the Daily Pilot on Saturday, June 29, 2024. As provided in the notice, applications were accepted by the City Clerk's Office until noon on Monday, July 15, 2024. At the conclusion of the application period, seven applications were forwarded to the Steering Committee for review.
Appointment Process
As authorized by Resolution No. 2023-51 (Attachment D), the Steering Committee is assigned to review the applications. The Steering Committee held a duly noticed public meeting on Wednesday, August 18, 2024, and reviewed the applications. The Steering Committee was not required to comply with procedural or timing requirements set forth in City Council Policy A-2. After consideration of the applications and deliberation at the meeting, the Steering Committee recommends that Virginia Anders-Ellmore and Janine Padia be appointed to the Advisory Committee. The Steering Committee also recommended Rita Goldberg as a backup in the event one of the first two applicants declines or is no longer able to serve.
Copies of the applications are attached hereto as Attachment E.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact related to this item.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:
Staff recommends the City Council find this action is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) (the activity will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment) and 15060(c)(3) (the activity is not a project as defined in Section 15378) of the CEQA Guidelines, California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Chapter 3, because it has no potential for resulting in physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly.
NOTICING:
The agenda item has been noticed according to the Brown Act (72 hours in advance of the meeting at which the City Council considers the item).
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment A — GPUSC Memo to the City Council
Attachment B — Memo Regarding Dudek's Review of the General Plan Noise Element Attachment C — Phase One Outreach Summary
Attachment D — Resolution No. 2023-51
Attachment E — Advisory Committee Applications
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Attachment A
GPUSC Memo to the City Council
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REPORT TO COUNCIL
We are beginning Phase 2 of the outreach process. An important part of this will be joint sessions with various city commissions and committees to get their specialized perspectives. In addition, there will be workshops where we can begin to get more considered community reaction to various plan aspects.
Several analyses have been prepared by Dudek:
*The Implementation Program Analysis reviews implementation progress of the current General Plan. Overall, the implementation rate is good. There are some areas where nothing has been done, and part of the process will be to evaluate their current relevance and make suggestions to Council. *The Diagnostic Memo provides brief descriptions of relevant legislation for each element to help GPAC in its efforts. The memo identified one area within the city as meeting the environmental justice classification, but this generated disagreement from many committee members who feel that the data relied on doesn't accurately reflect the area. The consultant will review this.
Noise Element: The subcommittee had a presentation by Code Enforcement and an acoustician as well as data from the police department as to types and numbers of noise complaints. On review of the subcommittee report, GPAC feels that because we are using noise contours from 2004 and earlier and because there are coverage gaps (no analysis of the 73 Freeway, for example), it is difficult to make good forecasts for the future. The committee would like the Council to consider authorizing new noise studies. As this is not in the current Dudek contract, staff will provide a cost estimate.
The Steering Committee is recommending Janine Padia and Virginia Anders-Ellmore to fill two vacancies on GPAC. Ms. Padia is a real estate consultant. Ms. Anders-Ellmore, a retired nurse, has been attending and participating in GPAC and GPAC subcommittee meetings regularly. We recommend Rita Goldberg as a back-up replacement if there is another resignation. Ms. Goldberg has a background in publishing, served as a city arts commissioner and is on the advisory board for the film festival. 15-7
Attachment B
Memo Regarding Dudek's Review of the General Plan Noise Element 15-8
MEMORANDUM
To: Ben Zdeba, Principal Planner, City of Newport Beach From: Elizabeth Dickson, AICP, Senior Project Manager, Dudek Dana Lodico, PE, INCE Bd. Cert., Senior Acoustician, Dudek Subject: Review of City of Newport Beach General Plan Noise Element Date: June 27, 2024
Noise is one of eight topics required by California Government Code 65300 et al to be addressed in General Plans.
Noise Elements aim to quantify current and projected noise levels from various sources to help inform land use compatibility and identify ways to reduce existing and potential noise impacts. One of the primary tools used to implement the Noise Element is the California Building Code which enforces maximum allowable interior noise levels for new multifamily residential development. Dudek is currently supporting the City of Newport Beach (City) in preparing a comprehensive update to the General Plan. As part of this effort, we have reviewed the City's adopted Noise Element for relevance, completeness, and consistency with the Municipal Code. As a result of this review, we offer the following recommendations and suggestions.
Background Section
The information included in the Background Section is relevant. We agree that use of the Leq and CNEL metrics are appropriate for a Noise Element. However, language should be added to clarify that the sound levels described in the Background Section (after the definitions of the Leq and CNEL metrics) are meant to be exterior sound level exposures and not interior levels. This includes the statement that sound levels above 45 dBA at night can disrupt sleep. The World Health Organization recommends a sound level of 30 dBA or less inside bedrooms; assuming a standard exterior to interior sound reduction with modern construction and open windows of 15 dB, an exterior sound exposure of 45 dBA would equate to an interior exposure of 30 dBA. Also, we recommend clarifying that the noise levels stated, other than those in second sentence are Leq levels. See suggested text updates in the Summary of Recommendations Section.
Context
The Context Section is also relevant and thorough. We recommend that the City review the sections describing noise sources within the city to identify any new noise sources that may have been developed since the release of the adopted Noise Element. In addition, depending on the extent of new noise sources, the Community Noise Contour Maps may need to be updated with the current Existing and Forecasted traffic volumes and aircraft contours from John Wayne Airport (JWA).
Goals and Policies
The noise standards provided are consistent with the Municipal Code limits. We have the following observations and recommendations with regard to completeness and consistency. Text suggestions are provided in the Summary of Recommendations Section of this memorandum.
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■ Tables N2 and N3: Due to the differences in metrics being used between the two tables (CNEL in Table N2 and Leq in Table N3), we recommend adding a footnote to Table N3 that newly developed residential uses must also meet the interior Building Code requirement of 45 dBA CNEL/ DNL. ■ Table N3: For land uses that do not include nighttime use, such as schools, museums, and most commercial and industrial uses, nighttime noise limits are unnecessary. We recommend that these are removed or footnoted to only apply to land uses with nighttime use. ■ Table N3, Footnote a: Note that if the standard is raised to meet the ambient, then the standards are essentially allowing a proposed project to increase the ambient sound level by as much as 3 dB. This is in agreement with the Table under N 1.8 for the 55 dBA CNEL sound level, but not for sound levels exceeding 55 dBA CNEL. We recommend that this footnote is updated to be consistent with this table. ■ N 1.8: We recommend that language be updated for clarity. It is unclear whether the CNEL column refers to the existing of future ambient level.
N 2.6: The City may want to include mention of other alternative methods, such as quieter pavement, use of solid safety barriers, and other methods. See https://www.trb.org/Publications/Blurbs/182634.aspx for a list of some strategies and associated costs and context that may be appropriate for the City.
Summary of Recommendations
The following is a summary of our recommendations to the City for updates to the Noise Element:
• Background Section: The following is a suggestion of revised text for the last paragraph on page 12-3 (suggested changes are in oiue):
Noise environments and consequences of human activities are usually well represented by median noise levels duringthe day, night, or over a 24-hour period. Environmental noise levels are generally considered low when the exterior CNEL is below 55 dBA, moderate in the 55 to 70 dBA range, and high above 70 dBA. Examples of low daytime Leq exterior levels are isolated natural settings that can provide noise levels as low as 20 dBA, and quiet suburban residential streets that can provide noise levels around 40 dBA. Exterior noise levels above 45 dBA Le,, at night can disrupt sleep.
Examples of moderate exterior level noise environments are urban residential or semi -commercial areas (typically 55 to 60 dBA Leq) and commercial locations (typically 60 dBA Le,,). People may consider louder environments adverse, but most will accept the higher levels associated with more noisy urban residential or residential -commercial areas (60 to 75 dBA I eq) or dense urban or industrial areas (65 to 80 dBA Leq). Additional examples of sound levels and loudness in indoor and outdoor environments are shown in Table N1.
• Context Section: We recommend that the City review the sections describing noise sources within the city to identify any new noise sources that may have been developed since the release of the adopted Noise Element. In accordance with California Government Code 65302 (f), the Noise Element shall analyze and quantify, to the extent practicable, as determined by the legislative body, current and projected noise levels.
To meet the intent of State law, the City should consider if there are new noise sources that may influence adopted contours. Given the extent of new noise sources, the Community Noise Contour Maps may need to be updated with the current Existing and Forecasted traffic volumes and aircraft contours from John Wayne Airport (JWA). Assessing changes to the adopted noise contour maps can be approached in a DUDEK
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number of ways depending on the availability of data and as noted in State law, "to the extent practicable, as determined by the legislative body."
■ Goals and Policy: We recommend the following changes be made:
o The following updates to Table N3 are recommended:
■ A footnote added stating that "In addition to the standards given in Table N3, newly developed residential uses must also meet the California Building Code Title 21 requirement of 45 dBA CNEL/ DNL inside homes. This standard may be met with windows in the closed position if the residences is supplied with forced -air ventilation, so as to allow residents to keep windows shut."
■ For land uses in Table N3 that do not include nighttime use, such as schools, museums, and most commercial and industrial uses, nighttime noise limits may be removed or footnoted to only apply to land uses with nighttime use. ■ Footnote a be updated to "If the ambient noise level exceeds the resulting standard, the ambient shall be the standard, so long as the resulting sound level increases do not exceed the standard in the Table under Policy 1.8."
o N 1.8 Significant Noise Increases (text) be updated as follows:
■ Require the employment of noise mitigation measures for existing sensitive uses when a significant noise increase is identified. A significant noise increase occurs when there is an increase in the ambient CNEL due to sound produced by new development impacting existing sensitive uses. The CNEL increase that would be considered an impact is shown in the table below for exterior use areas or exterior fagades of residences or other existing sensitive uses.
■ The table heading should be updated to either "Existing Ambient CNEL (dBA)" or "Future CNEL (dBA)" depending on the City's intentions.
o In Policy N 2.6, The City may want to include mention of other alternative methods, such as quieter pavement, use of solid safety barriers, and other methods. See https://www.trb.org/Publications/Blurbs/182634.aspx for a list of some strategies and associated costs and context that may be appropriate for the City.
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The City of Newport Beach (City) has embarked on a
comprehensive General Plan Update process. The success
of the General Plan Update relies on the involvement of community members, residents, property owners, and
other stakeholders in shaping and forming the vision, goals, and policies of the General Plan. The City is committed to conducting a transparent, inclusive, and meaningful planning process that values your input.
This document summarizes phase one
outreach conducted for the Newport
Beach General Plan Update. Phase one
of outreach, March 15 to June 12, 2024,
focused on Background Analysis and
Visioning (see Figure 1). Specific sections
of the summary include:
This Executive Summary, including an
overview of a General Plan, outreach
types, engagement reach, and key
themes
A General Plan
contains goals
that set values
and direction,
policies that guide
decision -making,
and programs to
Getting the Word Out, including paid carry out the actions advertisement, social media, and needed to
notification types
Digital Engagement through Newport,
Together website, including visitors and online survey contributors Pop -Up Outreach, including a schedule, locations, and key themes Collaboration with the General Plan Advisory Committee (GPAC), including subcommittee reports
About the General Plan Update
A General Plan is a long-term document that guides future development and is the foundation for decision -making for a community's physical development.
State law requires the General Plan, which local governments use to make decisions about land use, housing, transportation, infrastructure, and parks, among other issues (see Appendix A). While planning horizons vary, the General Plan typically sets the direction for the next 20-30 years.
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Outreach Types and
Engagement Reach
Phase one outreach was designed to be
varied in depth, impact, and reach to allow
community members to participate in the
planning process in ways that suit their
interest level and availability. Outreach types
for phase one included:
Collaborating with the GPAC and GPAC
subcommittees
Digital engagement through the Newport,
Together Website
Pop-up outreach events in the Newport
Beach community
Project team and City staff setting up for a pop-up event at Marina Park for a local High School water polo tournament.
Through pop-up events and
digital engagement, 5,987
community members were
engaged. In addition, 45,158
residents were reached
with notifications and paid
advertisements.
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Overall Key Themes
Throughout phase one outreach, key themes
were identified based on community feedback
at pop-up events and digital engagement.
Key themes are listed below. See Sections 3
(Digital Engagement), 4 (Pop-up Outreach),
and 5 (Collaboration with GPAC) for details on
additional input received.
Maintain and enhance the character and
charm of Newport Beach.
Maintain and invest in beach and harbor
maintenance.
Improve docking space and reevaluate
docking fees.
Support and invest in bringing in more
local, small businesses, especially along the
Pacific Coast Highway.
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Online Survey
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Pop-up Events
Mailers
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Paid Advertisements
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• GPAC + GPUSC Meetings
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Limit the development of high -density
buildings and maintain the village -like feel.
Love the City programs; increase City
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Improve the local parks and create more
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Improve parking accessibility along the
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Make Newport Beach more accessible and
walkable.
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SECTION 2
GETTING THE WORD OUT
During Phase One of outreach, various notification methods were used to reach the Newport Beach audience. Advertisements in local newspapers and collaborative efforts with the City's marketing team were used to announce pop-up events strategically, share information about the General Plan Update, and publicize opportunities to get involved for residents, business owners, and community members. As shown in Tables 1 and 2, as of June 12, advertisements, social media, and notifications have reached 45,158 residents, community members, and stakeholders.
TABLE 1. PAID ADVERTISEMENTS
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Daily Pilot March 29 to April 29 11,886
Daily Pilot March 31 33,000
TABLE 2. SOCIAL MEDIA
Instagram 4 March 22, April 4, 4,910
April 10, April 17
Facebook 4 March 22, April 4, 1,374
April 10, April 17
Other Notification Methods
City Manager's Friday Newsletters on
March 15 and May 17 reached 4,083
residents.
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Newport Beach website homepage
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DIGITAL ENGAGEMENT
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WEBSITE
A dedicated website was launched
to inform the community about the
General Plan Update process and offer
ongoing ways to get engaged. The
website was designed in collaboration
with City staff and the GPAC outreach
subcommittee. Newport, Together
was announced to the community on
March 15, 2024, via the City Manager's
Friday Newsletter. As of June 12,
the website has had 5,527 visitors.
A comprehensive list of the website
sections and resources can be found
in Appendix B.
We Want to Hear From You!
As part of the Newport, Together
website, an online questionnaire and
interactive map were launched on
March 15, 2024, to capture what is
essential to community members.
The questionnaire and map were
designed as additional tools to
define Newport's vision for the
future collaboratively. The following
section presents a summary of key
themes and responses as of June 12,
2024.
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✓ participants' picture of the next 20 years in Newport Beach, what ✓ they would like to see added, and three things they love about living, ✓ working, or recreating in the city. As of June 12, the questionnaire had received 72 responses.
When you picture Newport Beach in the next 20 years, what are three words you would use to describe it?
Top Five Words: Clean, Beautiful, Sustainable, Safe, Vibrant.
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» What would you like to see in Newport Beach that isn't here today? Participants shared their thoughts and ideas for additions to their community. The following are the primary themes:
• Electrification and Sustainability: Install electric vehicle (EV) chargers, move towards electrification of houses and buildings, limit single -use plastics, and educate the community on local products.
• Public Transportation: Increase frequency and stops of current transportation; add transportation routes to connect all parts of the city, including the peninsula and airport; limit beach parking to encourage transportation. • Open Spaces, Parks, and Recreation: Clean up the north end of Back Bay; create more recreation and sports facilities, such as pickleball courts and running tracks; and create family —and community -oriented spaces for all to enjoy. • Bike and Pedestrian Safety: Add protected and dedicated bike lands; limit e-bikes; connect southern beaches.
• Reduce Noise: Decrease noise on high -traffic roads; monitor noise from the airport. • Restaurants and Entertainment: Add beachfront entertainment, high -quality restaurants, and more outdoor dining.
• Other: Create opportunities to reduce homelessness, such as shelters; add dog beaches; foster transparent communication between the City and community; maintain Newport Beach.
» What are three things you love about living, working, or recreating in Newport Beach? Top Five Responses: Beach, Harbor & Bay,- Cleanliness, Nature & Parks; Biking; Local businesses and restaurants (see Figure 3).
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PLACES/THINGS I LOVE
Parks, Recreation, and Nature: Upper
Newport Bay Regional Park, nature
trails and parks, Beachfront and Irvine
Terrace Park playgrounds, Back Bay
Trails
Beaches and Community Resources:
There are accessible beaches, a public
library, Bayside Beach, and a ferry
between Balboa Island and Newport
Peninsula.
Villages and Neighborhoods: Lido
Village, Balboa Island, Spider Island
Arts and Culture: Newport Theater,
Sherman Library and Gardens
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TO IMPROVE
Airport: Protect residential areas and do
not expand the airport; limit noise.
Beaches: Preserve beaches and reduce
erosion.
Bicycle Safety and Access: Improve bike
lanes; convert MacArthur Sidewalk into
a bike path; add protected bike lanes,
especially around right turn lanes and along
PCH.
Pedestrian Safety: Add flashing crosswalks
and refuge islands; implement red curbs
or bulb -outs near crosswalks to reduce
parking and blind spots; prioritize
walkability.
Parking and Traffic: Reduce peninsula
congestion; slow traffic on the Pacific Coast
Highway (PCH) between Jamboree and
Irvine Terrace; paint curbs red where no
parking is allowed; clearer parking signage;
encourage rideshares and public transport
to the beaches.
Redevelopment - Park and Nature: Convert
empty lots into open public spaces or
parks; add and improve playgrounds;
maintain walking paths and viewpoints;
consider locations for a community pool
Roadways: Reduce noise and traffic density
on Balboa Blvd; clear signage on right
turns; improve Pacific Coast Highway as
through road.
Sidewalks: Add lighting along sidewalks
(Ocean Blvd and Cameo Highlands); repair
uneven paths; create wide sidewalks; add
new sidewalks near Crystal Cove Shopping
Center.
Other: Add bus/trolley loop along Pacific
Coast Highway, Newport Coast, and
Mariner's Mile; keep small, local businesses
and reduce chain stores.
OPPORTUNITY AREA
Multi -Use Spaces: Develop spaces that
include housing, shopping, and office
space; limit heights of new buildings;
redevelop parking lots near the beach to
prioritize shops and restaurants.
Housing: Include affordable workforce
housing; new development should align
with area plans.
Parks, Nature, and Recreation: Open a
public running track; consider multiple uses
for parking lots after hours, such as a roller
rink; expand the Arroyo Park playground.
Traffic and Density: Add shuttles and buses
to transportation system, such as a stop at
the Sunset Ridge Parking area; slow traffic
on Pacific Coast Highway and add space
for pedestrians and cyclists.
Other: Maintain the character of Newport
Beach.
GENERAL COMMENT
Noise: Control and limit flight times from
the airport; slow traffic to reduce noise in
residential areas.
Bicycle Safety: Clearer signage around
Newport Beach, specifically near Crystal
Cove and Poppy.
Pedestrian Safety: Consider researching
cost-effective alternatives to the `West
Coast Highway Improvements and
Pedestrian Bridge' project; prioritize
slowing traffic to create a safer
environment for pedestrian crossings.
Traffic: Pacific Coast Highway is high -
density; please do not increase the number
of lanes; transition Balboa Blvd to fewer
lanes and implement calming measures on
the amount of through traffic
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SECTION 4
POP-UP OUTREACH
In collaboration with the GPAC and City staff, six (6) community events were identified for pop-up engagement to hear from a diverse range of Newport Beach residents and community members. Pop-up events are designed to meet the community where and collect feedback from the community in locations they typically visit instead of gathering community members in a designated place. As Phase One focused on Background Analysis and Visioning, the activities for each pop-up event emphasized hearing what residents and community members love about their city, what they would ask to stay the same or change, and what they would add to the city's future. The pop-up schedule is presented in Table 3. The following section provides an overview of each activity and available materials, the number of community members engaged, and key themes heard. Additional input can be found in Appendix C.
TABLE 3. POP-UP EVENT SCHEDULE
Mayor's Egg Race
Saturday, March 23
Civic Center Park: 100 Civic Center Dr, Newport Beach
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m
Newport Beach Farmers' Market
Sunday, March 31
104 McFadden PI, Newport Beach
9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Environmental Nature Center - Native Plant Sale
Saturday, April 13
1601 E. 16th Street, Newport Beach
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Corona del Mar Farmers' Market
Saturday, April 20
3201 CA-1, Corona del Mar
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Central Library Pop -Up Monday, April 22
1000 Avocado Ave, Newport Beach 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Battle in the Bay - Water Polo Games Wednesday, May 22
1600 W Balboa Blvd, Newport Beach 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. 10 NEWPORT. TOGETHER.
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Families engaged in a rock painting
activity where children painted on rocks
with chalk markers while their parents
were engaged by staff. Participants
were asked questions like "What is your
favorite thing about Newport Beach/your
neighborhood?" or "What do you like to
see in your neighborhood?" Staff provided
a few options of things community
members like to do or places they like to
go to help stimulate responses. Photos
were taken of the painted rocks to keep
track of the images and responses.
Number of people engaged
140 ADULTS
100+ CHILDREN
Number of People that had heard
about the GPU Update
25%
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MAYOR'S EGG RACE
EVENT THEMES
Below are some key themes that emerged from the
feedback that participants shared.
• Maintaining the character of Newport Beach
• Continue to offer city Programs for Children.
• Park Improvements, such as adding more shaded areas.
• Create opportunities for community involvement for all ages. • Increase restaurant and food options.
• Create more parking.
• Participants shared that they liked the City's social media presence and communication.
Newport Beach families shared thoughts on what they liked or would change in the city.
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EVENT TWO I MARCH 31, 2024
NEWPORT BEACH FARMERS' MARKET
Engagement Activity
Participants engaged in a comment process
by putting ideas in up to four (4) jars. Each
jar was decorated with a sail and labeled
according to category: recreation, harbor &
bay, arts & culture, and other. Participants
were given a small sail to write on to
provide their input. Participants answered
the question, "As Newport Beach sails into
the future, what would you envision?" and
placed their answers in each respective
boat. Participants were invited to add
thoughts and feedback to as many jars as
they wanted. Below are the themes gathered
from conversations with participants and
written responses.
Number of people engaged
S O PEOPLE*
*Heavy rain impacted the overall
attendance at the Farmers' Market
thus affecting participant engagement.
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NEWPORT BEACH FARMER'S MARKET
EVENT THEMES
Below are some key themes that emerged from the
feedback that participants shared.
• Maintaining the character of Newport Beach.
• Beach Improvements, including keeping it clean and
offering accessible parking
• Ensure safety is a key priority
• Invest in the harbor and bay, including, more small
businesses near the beach, fewer short-term rentals, and more job opportunities
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EVENT THREE I APRIL 13, 2024
ENVIRONMENTAL NATURE CENTER
NATIVE PLANT SALE
Engagement Activity
Participants were able to plant a seed
in a small pot. The seeds represented
different areas for the City to focus on in
the future as it relates to natural resources.
Once a seed was selected and planted,
participants could take Polaroids with the
pots. Staff encouraged participants to take
photos of their plants as they grow and tag
"NewportTogether" on social media.
Number of people engaged
55+
COMMUNITY
MEMBERS
Participants included residents, specifically
with young families, and those who
frequently visit the Environmental Nature
Center for its various programs.
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NEWPORT BEACH FARMER'S MARKET
EVENT THEMES
Below are some key themes that emerged from the
feedback that participants shared.
• Create mini -nature reserves in unused lots or center medians. • Create natural playgrounds for kids and families.
• Ensure clean water for future generations.
• Continue coastal conservation efforts for future generations. • Participants shared their appreciation for the Environmental Nature Center and often visit with their kids.
• Creating open spaces and parks near restaurants for families. • Improving parks and bike paths.
• Making family programming/City resources more known.
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EVENT FOUR I APRIL 20, 2024
CORONA DEL MAR FARMERS' MARKET
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Engagement Activity
Participants engaged in a comment process
by putting ideas in up to four (4) jars. Each
jar was decorated with a sail and labeled
according to category: recreation, harbor &
bay, arts & culture, and other. Participants
were given a small sail to write on to
provide their input. Participants answered
the question, "As Newport Beach sails into
the future what would you envision?" and
placed their answers in each respective
boat. Participants were invited to add
thoughts and feedback to as many jars as
they wanted. Below are the themes gathered
from conversations with participants and
written responses.
Number of people engaged
70+
COMMUNITY
MEMBERS
The majority of community members were
local Corona del Mar residents, while the
rest were frequent visitors to the Newport
Beach area. About a quarter of residential
participants had heard about the General
Plan Update prior to the pop-up event at the
Farmers' Market.
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CORONA DEL MAR FARMER'S MARKET
EVENT THEMES
Below are some key themes that emerged from the
feedback that participants shared.
• Keep the bay accessible for all residents.
• Consider parking strategies to encourage shopping along the corridor while protecting the residential neighborhoods, including paid parking, metered parking.
• Support for Local Small Businesses
• Maintain Corona del Mar's small-town feeling.
• Maintain and clean up the beaches.
• Increase safety for bikers and drivers.
• Make Newport Beach more pedestrian -friendly.
• Limit development of high -density buildings.
• Appreciation for City Programs.
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EVENT FIVE I APRIL 22, 2024
NEWPORT BEACH CENTRAL LIBRARY
Engagement Activity
Participants engaged in a comment process
by putting ideas in up to four (4) jars. Each
jar was decorated with a sail and labeled
according to category: recreation, harbor &
bay, arts & culture, and other. Participants
were given a small sail to write on to
provide their input. Participants answered
the question, "As Newport Beach sails into
the future what would you envision?" and
placed their answers in each respective
boat. Participants were invited to add
thoughts and feedback to as many jars as
they wanted. Below are the themes gathered
from conversations with participants and
written responses.
Number of people engaged
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MEMBERS
Those who engaged with the pop-up
consisted primarily of Newport Beach
residents as well as with residents from
surrounding cities such as Irvine who
expressed appreciation for the Central
Library.
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NEWPORT BEACH CENTRAL LIBRARY
EVENT THEMES
Below are some key themes that emerged from the
feedback that participants shared.
• Expressed appreciation for community events announced in the Newport Navigator.
• Investment and clean up the Back Bay.
• Beach Improvements, including more shade and cleanliness. • Incorporation requirements on development, such as incorporate high restrictions, require open spaces.
• Limit traffic on Pacific Coast Highway.
Project team explaining the
General Plan Update process
and how the community can
get involved.
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EVENT SIX I MAY 22, 2024
BATTLE IN THE BAY
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Engagement Activity
Participants were tossed a beach ball with
questions related to Newport Harbor and
Bay written on the ball. When a participant
caught the ball, they could answer the
question closest to their left thumb. Staff
recorded responses and prompted with
further questions to engage in deeper
conversation. Questions included:
What do you like about the Harbor and
Bay?
What do you want to see changed about
the Harbor and Bay?
What would you like to see maintained in
the Harbor and Bay?
Number of people engaged
ADULTS AND
CHILDREN
There was a total of around 450 attendees
making the pop-up event one of the highest
in levels of engagement with the community.
Participants were nearly all Newport Beach
residents, and most were younger families
with children in the local schools.
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BATTLE IN THE BAY
EVENT THEMES
Below are some key themes that emerged from the
feedback that participants shared.
• Increase the number of community -building events, such as concerts, volunteer activities.
• Create additional community amenities, such as a community pool, pickleball courts, lights for basketball courts.
• Maintain and improve parks and recreational facilities, such as dog parks, summer camps, trails.
• Beach and harbor maintenance, including water quality and clean u ps.
• Improve docking space and fees.
• Maintain neighborhoods that have a village -like feel. • Invest in and improve safety measures.
• Improve transportation and accessibility, such as a public trolley, free parking, widened sidewalks for pedestrian traffic.
• Preserve community identity.
Project team and City staff
collecting comments and feedback
from event attendees.
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SECTION 5
COLLABORATION WITH
THE GENERAL PLAN
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Coinciding with pop-up outreach and digital engagement, the GPAC subcommittees met to review the Existing Conditions and Background Analysis reports prepared by the consultant team (see Table 4). Meetings were conducted in a hybrid format, virtually on Microsoft Teams and in -person at 100 Civic Center Drive in Newport Beach. Each meeting focused on the background reports prepared by Dudek, the technical consultant team. Following each meeting, an after -action report was created to summarize the key discussion topics and recommendations. The subcommittee's chair presented each after -action report to the whole GPAC at its monthly meeting. Based on the subcommittee's presentation and endorsement, the full GPAC reviews and determines if the background report is ready to be added to the Newport, Together Resource and Document Library on the website. The after -action reports are on the City of Newport Beach's GPAC webpage.
TABLE 4. PAC SUBCOMMITTEE SCHEDULE
Vision Statement
Tuesday, January 30 at 4:30 p.m.
Outreach
Wednesday, January 31 at 5:00 p.m.
Recreation and Natural Resources
Wednesday, March 6 at 5:00 p.m.
Safety & Harbor and Bay
Tuesday, March 12 at 4:00 p.m.
Recreation and Natural Resources
Wednesday, April 10 at 4:30 p.m.
Noise
Tuesday, April 23 at 3:00 p.m.
Art, Cultural, and Historic Resources
Tuesday, April 23 at 4:00 p.m.
Land Use
Thursday, May 23 at 3:30 p.m.
The technical consultant team collected feedback from each subcommittee meeting and after -action reports. Below is a consolidated list of the overall themes of what was heard. The order does not represent priority. 24 NEWPORT. TOGETHER.
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Resilience and Adaptation
Balancing nature -based measures and
conventional physical infrastructure.
Protecting and improving recreational and
drinking water quality.
• Santa Ana River coordination
• Wetland restoration
• Groundwater recharge
• Groundwater intrusion
Beach nourishment and erosion
Sea level rise plan
Insurance for at -risk properties
Mitigating heat island effect (e.g., street
paving and roof materials and cooling
areas)
Consider utilizing adaptation pathways,
a strategy of organizing resources and
strategies, for implementation of changes
or adjustments.
Coordination and Communication
Internal communication and coordination
between departments to create fewer silos
Cross-agency/jurisdictional communication
and coordination (for implementation,
information sharing, data tracking, etc.)
Coordination with the school district
Facility and equipment sharing
Messaging to the community on art events,
safety
• For hazards, a buddy system may be
needed to help with evacuation given
the aging population.
Technology
Technology for public communication and
education, while recognizing that some
populations will continue to rely on low -
tech means of communication
Advancing infrastructure
• (e.g., City vehicle fleets, EV charging
stations, EV boat chargers)
Artificial intelligence to assist with
implementation tracking
Regulating drones and Advanced Air
Mobility helicopters
Local Regulations
Specific Plans are needed to help guide
development.
Incentives are needed to get existing
buildings to make improvements.
Coordinating with private properties to
implement:
• Drought tolerant landscaping
• Stabilizing properties in areas at risk
of landslide
Connectivity
Improved bike paths and sidewalks
Better connectivity from airport area
Connectivity and access to community
resources (e.g., parks, beaches)
Community
Pursue funding for and promote the arts.
Identify and protect visual resources.
Economics and tourism
Wayfinding - knowing where to park,
where facilities are (e.g., public restrooms,
recreational opportunities)
Highlight human and tribal histories and
legacy businesses.
Housing is needed for first responders.
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B I Newport, Together Website 29
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APPENDIX B
NEWPORT, TOGETHER
WEBSITE
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following sections:
Home, which includes an introduction to
the General Plan Update process, quick
links to the other site pages, upcoming
events and GPAC meetings, a timeline, and
frequently asked questions;
What is a General Plan, which includes a
description of a General Plan, overviews of
each General Plan Update element, and the
implementation program;
FIGURE 6. Newport, Together website homepage.
Get Engaged, which describes upcoming
and past community events;
Resource and Document Library, which
includes the 2006 General Plan, recently
updated elements, and background
analysis reports;
An online survey, We Want to Hear from
You!, includes a short questionnaire and an
interactive map of the city;
And opportunities to sign up for the
interest list or contact City staff.
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Resource and Document Library
The Resource and Document Library is a living
library, frequently updated with additional
background analysis reports (see Figure 7).
Existing Conditions and Background Analysis
reports are being prepared, through the lens of
resilience, for the adopted General Plan Vision
Statement and Implementation Program, and
each adopted General Plan element is being
updated in the current cycle. These reports
assess current information and data, are
developed by the City and its consultants, and
are reviewed by the GPAC. Reports posted so
far include:
Home What is a General Plan?
dome I Resource a,d document Library
Vision Statement
Historical Resources Elements
Resilience
Natural Resources
Recreation Element
Arts and Cultural Element
As of June 12, 2024, the current 2006 General
Plan has been downloaded 161 times, the
recently updated Circulation Element 39 times,
and the Resilience report and the Historical
Resources Element report each 13 times.
Get Engaged! Resource and Document Library Stay Informed! Contact Us 'A Current Newport Beach General Plan (2006)
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The 2006 Newport Beach C-1 Plan does not reflect the recently updated Housing and Circulation Elements, which are linked below.
Recently Updated General Plan Elements
Adopted & Certified 6th Cycle Mousing Element
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.On 5eptember 13, 2022, the Newport Beach C[rycot dl adopted the 6th Cycle Housing Element for the 2021-202 planning cycle in response m the Regional Haus!ng Needs Assessment (RHMA) allocation of —� 4,1R45 new housing ..its for Newport Beach. On October S. 2022, the City received a letter from HCO certifying the Clty's Housing Element as being In full compliance with State Housing Elemant law.
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General Plan Update Steering
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City of Newport Beach - GPUSC We page
FIGURE 7. Resource and Document Library webpage.
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APPENDIX C
DETAILED INPUT FROM
POP-UP EVENTS
Below are additional key themes identified from the pop-up outreach activities. They expand on the key themes summarized in section 5.
Mayor's Egg Race
Maintaining the character of Newport
Beach.
City Programs for Children
• Many participants noted that they
loved the City's programs for children
and wanted to see the programs
expanded, including more indoor
programs.
• Participants wanted car -free areas for
children throughout the city.
Park Improvements
• Participants wanted to see more
shade at parks for children.
• People shared that they love the city's
parks and recreation.
Create opportunities for community
involvement for all ages.
• Host more community events
Miscellaneous
• Manage the growing unhoused
population.
• Increase restaurant and food options.
• Put powerlines underground.
• Create more parking.
• Participants shared they liked the
City's social media presence and
communication.
Newport Beach Farmer's Market
Maintaining the character of Newport
Beach.
Beach Improvements
• Participants expressed that they loved
the beach and wanted to keep it clean
and safe.
• Some participants asked for more
accessible parking around the beach
area.
• Participants stated that they wanted
to keep the harbor and bay water
clean.
Safety
• Participants expressed wanting to
keep Newport Beach safe through low
crime rates.
Invest in harbor and bay.
• Some participants wanted to see more
job opportunities created.
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• Participants expressed the need to
diversify the types of businesses
along the beach by moving away from
real estate and more towards small
businesses.
• Some people expressed wanting fewer
rental properties and more owned
properties.
A few participants expressed a desire for
more public transit.
Corona del Mar Farmers Market
Docking Fees
• Keep the bay accessible and
affordable for all residents who have a
boat and want to dock it.
• Address major docking inequity and
unaffordability, as fees have risen from
$2000 to $12,000, a 400% increase,
with a 4-year waitlist.
• Provide affordable docking
opportunities for all residents.
Parking
• Interest in more paid street parking,
while some appreciate and want more
free street parking.
• Offer free parking for merchants and
businesses, especially along Pacific
Coast Highway, as heavy parking fines
are becoming an issue.
• Ensure parking for residents along the
beach.
• Install parking meters in front of
beaches to create revenue for beach
and trash clean-up efforts.
Support for Local Small Businesses
• Add more small and local businesses
to the corridor, including small
and casual sit-down restaurants to
maintain Corona del Mar's small-town
feeling.
• Add more retail and restaurants to
the peninsula and continue to support
small and locally owned businesses in
places like the Corona del Mar Village,
while keeping large corporations in
Fashion Island.
• Avoid adding more real estate offices
along the beach, but instead support
more small businesses.
Maintain and clean up the beaches.
• Clean up the water and the Corona del
Mar State Beach Park.
• Reduce noise on Pacific Coast
Highway and incorporate large
moorings for bigger visiting yachts.
Increase safety for bikers and drivers.
• Address concerns about biker
safety, especially along Pacific
Coast Highway, by increasing driver
education for cyclists on the road and
educating drivers about the "3-foot
rule."
Make Newport Beach more pedestrian -
friendly.
• Slow traffic and congestion on Pacific
Coast Highway to make it more
walkable.
• Build pedestrian bridges over the
Pacific Coast Highway.
• Limit or remove electric bikes on the
Boardwalk.
Parks
• Create more dog parks and provide
additional camping opportunities on
the beach with dogs.
Balboa Ferry
• Keep the ferry to maintain the city's
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character and stop the transition of
the ferry to electric.
Limit development of high -density
buildings.
• Create more spaces like the Sherman
Library & Gardens, especially along
the beach.
• Limit the development of townhomes
or duplexes.
Appreciation for City Programs
• Appreciate City programs, particularly
for toddlers and kids.
• Create a central place to find volunteer
opportunities in the local community.
Newport Beach Central Library
Appreciation for Community Events
• Love the community events at the
library, mommy and baby classes in
the Newport Navigator, and other
family programs.
Investment in the Back Bay
• Clean up the Newport Beach Back
Bay.
• Participants shared that the bird
sanctuary has been trashed and needs
major investment. Some participants
recommended creating a City
greenbelts. Look at the Irvine
Company's landscaping as an
example.
Limitations on Development
• Maintain height limits and densities in
Newport Center South.
• Offices in Newport Center South
should not be re -zoned to include high
rises or higher densities.
• Enforce Greenlight Initiative in the City
Charter.
• Don't allow developers to pay to opt
out of creating open spaces in new
developments.
• Offices in Newport Center South
should not be re -zoned to include high
rises.
• Keep the height limit and no more
high rises in Newport Center.
Miscellaneous
• Improve the City's advertising.
• Current advertising "feels like a city for
billionaires." Recommended looking at
San Diego's advertising, as "it is more
family friendly."
• Create a shelter and soup kitchen for
the unhoused.
• Limit traffic on Pacific Coast Highway.
partnership with residents and other
groups to navigate and train residents
on how to clean the Back Bay while Battle in the Bay
protecting the bird sanctuary.
Beach Improvements
• Keep the beaches clean and want
more shade at parks for children,
specifically for parks at the beach.
• Do not widen Mariner's Mile.
• Turn vacant areas on streets into
Increase the number of community events.
• More variety of events like Battle in
the Bay.
• Focus on community -building events
(e.g., concerts, boat parades).
Create additional community amenities.
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• Create a community pool to alleviate
overcrowding at high school pools.
• Add more pickleball courts.
• Improve lighting by the basketball
area on the Peninsula.
• Develop more volunteer events along
the Bay (e.g. beach clean-ups).
Maintain and improve parks and
recreational facilities.
• Build more dog parks, such as in West
Newport.
• Increase capacity for summer camps.
• Create more bike trails.
• Beach and Harbor Maintenance
• Improve the water quality.
• Clean up Lido Isle and maintain Marina
and Ruby Beach.
• Clean up the Balboa Island Fun Zone.
• Continual cleanup of the Boardwalk.
Improve docking space and fees.
• Limit docking fees as they have
become unaffordable. Do not increase
docking fees.
• Make docks bigger to accommodate
more people.
• Charge for a daily permit to use the
dock.
Housing and Development
• Need affordable housing for future
generations.
• Provide housing for younger
generations and accessible housing
(e.g., police, teachers).
• Provide special needs housing.
• Maintain neighborhoods that have a
village -like feel.
• Develop a balance of services with
residential areas.
• Limit the development of apartments.
• Develop a commercial core.
• Preserve Balboa Island as a luxury
area.
• Do not exploit and commercialize the
Marina.
Invest in and improve safety.
• Ensure safe routes to schools.
• Increase police resources, invest in the
fire department and in public works.
• Make the harbor safe for children.
Improve transportation and accessibility.
• Some comments suggested to bring
back free parking and limit the
number of parking meters.
• While other comments suggested
replacing parking lot kiosks with
parking meters.
• Improve parking and manage summer
crowds.
• Have the tram cover more areas and
increase route frequency.
• Have a trolley extension for the
Peninsula during weekdays.
• Widen the Boardwalk to
accommodate more foot traffic.
Preserve community identity.
• Maintain the family -oriented and kid -
centric atmosphere.
• Create and preserve historical
landmarks on the Boardwalk.
Miscellaneous
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• Do stakeholder interviews with local
entities such as the school board.
• Maintain inclusive community
messaging (e.g., Kindness Week).
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Attachment D
Resolution No. 2023-51
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RESOLUTION NO. 2023-51
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF NEWPORT BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE
RULES ESTABLISHED BY RESOLUTION NO. 2022-59
RELATED TO THE GENERAL PLAN ADVISORY
COMMITTEE TO INCLUDE MEETING ATTENDANCE
REQUIREMENTS
WHEREAS, on September 13, 2022, the City Council reviewed the recommendations of the General Plan Update Steering Committee ("Steering Committee") and adopted Resolution No. 2022-59 establishing the General Plan Advisory Committee ("GPAC") to review and help guide the comprehensive Newport Beach General Plan Update ("General Plan Update"),
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 2022-59 included rules associated with GPAC members terms, composition, selection process, and purpose and responsibilities; WHEREAS, the GPAC is a large group consisting of up to thirty members and consistent member attendance is imperative to ensure continuity in the decision -making process regarding the General Plan Update;
WHEREAS, one of the responsibilities of the Steering Committee is to make recommendations to the City Council on the membership of GPAC; and WHEREAS, at a duly noticed public meeting on June 26, 2023, the Steering Committee unanimously voted (3 ayes — 0 noes) to recommend that City Council establish an attendance policy for the GPAC members whereby a member is automatically removed after three consecutive unexcused absences.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Newport Beach resolves as follows:
Section 1: The City Council does hereby establish rules related to meeting attendance for the GPAC committee members and amends Resolution No. 2022-59 by replacing the existing Attachment "A" with the amended version, which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.
Section 2: The City Council hereby repeals all previous resolutions, or portions thereof, related to the GPAC that are in conflict with this resolution.
Section 3: The recitals provided in this resolution are true and correct and are incorporated into the operative part of this resolution.
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Resolution No. 2023-51
Section 4: If any section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this resolution is, for any reason, held to be invalid or unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of the remaining portions of this resolution. The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed this resolution, and each section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase hereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses or phrases be declared invalid or unconstitutional.
Section 5: The City Council finds the adoption of this resolution is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) (the activity will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment) and 15060(c)(3) (the activity is not a project as defined in Section 15378) of the CEQA Guidelines, California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Division 6, Chapter 3, because it has no potential for resulting in physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly.
Section 6: This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption by the City Council, and the City Clerk shall certify the vote adopting the resolution.
ADOPTED this 22nd day of August, 2023
ATTEST:
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Leilani I. Brown
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
CITY ATTORNEY'S OFFICE
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Aafoq C. Harp
City Attorney
Attachment A: General Plan Advisory Committee
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Attachment "A"
General Plan Advisory Committee (GPAC)
AUTHORIZATION: Established by Resolution No. 2022-59 adopted on September 13, 2022; amended by Resolution
No. 2023-_adopted on August 22, 2023.
MEMBERSHIP: Up to thirty (30) members consistent with the composition set forth below. Members will be
recommended by the General Plan Update
Steering Committee ("Steering Committee") and
confirmed by the City Council.
TERM: GPAC membership shall be for the duration of the
General Plan Update process concluding with the
City Council adoption of the comprehensive
update of the General Plan or dissolution of the
GPAC by City Council action.
MEETINGS: GPAC meetings will be held as necessary. All
meetings shall be held in such locations and at
such dates and times consistent with the Ralph
M. Brown Act.
COMPOSITION OF APPOINTED All members shall be Newport Beach residents MEMBERS: and shall not be members of the City Council. The Steering Committee and City Council seek
membership representing a diversity of
geographic areas, age groups, business
interests, or other interests. The appointments
shall follow the guidelines below:
City Boards,
Commissions, or
Committees
Not more than one (1)
member from each
sample for a maximum
of six (6) members
Including, but not limited to, City Arts
Commission, Board of Library
Trustees, Harbor Commission, Parks,
Beaches & Recreation Commission,
Planning Commission, Water
Quality/Coastal Tidelands Committee,
Aviation Committee, etc.
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Non -City
Not more than one (1)
Including, but not limited to Friends of
Boards,
member from each
OASIS, Newport Mesa Unified School
Commissions, or
sample for a maximum
District, Newport Beach historical
Committees
of four (4) members
society, Newport Beach Fire Safe
Council, etc.
Environmental
Not more than one (1)
Including, but not limited to Still
interest groups
member from each
Protecting Our Newport (SPON),
sample for a maximum
Surfrider, Newport Banning Ranch
of three (3) members
Conservancy, Sierra Club,
Coastkeeper, etc.
Business
Not more than one (1)
Including, but not limited to Newport
interest groups
member from each
Beach Chamber of Commerce, CDM
sample for maximum of
Chamber of Commerce, the Balboa
three (3) members
Chamber, Visit Newport Beach,
Building Industry Association of
Southern California (BIA), merchants
associations, etc.
At -large
Up to fourteen (14)
Including, but not limited to interested
members with a
members
residents or property owners (at least
diversity of
one from each Council District),
representation
community association
representatives, private school
operators, faith -based organizations,
community service providers, major
employers, large landowners, etc.
Maximum of thirty (30)
members
SELECTION OF APPOINTED The Steering Committee will review all MEMBERS: applications to serve on the GPAC and will
finalize appointment recommendations at a duly
noticed public meeting. The Steering Committee
shall not be required to comply with the
procedural or timing requirements set forth in
Council Policy A-2. The Steering Committee
membership recommendations will include a
separate recommendation for Chair and Vice
Chair and will be provided to the City Council for
consideration and confirmation. GPAC Members
serve at the pleasure of the City Council.
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MEMBER ATTENDANCE: Any one member who has three (3) consecutive unexcused absences from a regular GPAC
meeting shall be deemed automatically removed
from the GPAC.
PURPOSE & A. Ensure there is sufficient stakeholder input RESPONSIBILITIES: regarding the update to the City of Newport Beach General Plan ("General Plan Update");
B. Review and provide guidance to City staff and
its consultant(s) on changes to General Plan
goals and/or policies as part of the update
process that are deemed necessary or
advisable to reflect the community's vision for
the City; and
C. Make recommendations to the Steering
Committee regarding changes to General
Plan goals and/or policies.
EXPIRATION: The GPAC shall expire and sunset without further action by the City Council upon adoption of the
General Plan Update or sooner if dissolved by the
City Council.
City of Newport Beach ,sue
STATE OF CALIFORNIA }
COUNTY OF ORANGE } ss.
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH }
I, Leilani I. Brown, City Clerk of the City of Newport Beach, California, do hereby certify that the whole number of members of the City Council is seven; the foregoing resolution, being Resolution No. 2023-51 was duly introduced before and adopted by the City Council of said City at a regular meeting of said Council held on the 22nd day of August, 2023; and the same was so passed and adopted by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: Mayor Noah Blom, Council Member Brad Avery, Council Member Robyn Grant, Council Member Lauren Kleiman, Council Member Joe Stapleton, Council Member Erik Weigand
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Mayor Pro Tem Will O'Neill
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto subscribed my name and affixed the official seal of said City this 23rd day of August, 2023.
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Leilani I. Brown
City Clerk
Newport Beach, California
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Attachment E
Advisory Committee Applications
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APPLICATION FORAPPOINTIVE POSITION
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY
Residence District No.
Verified by
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
100 Civic Center Drive
Newport Beach, CA 92660
City Clerk (949) 644-3005
Fax (949) 644-3039
DIRECTIONS: One application can be used for all the appointive positions you are applying for. Applications should be filled out completely so that the City Council may fully evaluate your qualifications. It is the responsibility of the applicant to familiarize themselves with the duties and responsibilities of the position(s) applied for. Detailed information outlining the responsibilities of the positions can be obtained from the City Clerk's Office or on the City's website: www.newportbeachca.gov (City Government/Boards, Commissions and Committees]. Applications will be kept on file for two years for the positions) applied for. if you are not selected for appointment during that period of time, it will be necessary for you to re -submit an application if you are still interested in being considered.
NOTICE: Section 702 of the City Charter requires that members of Boards or Commissions appointed by the City Council shall be from the qualified electors of the City. This document is a public record and may be posted on the internet.
NAME OF BOARD, COMMISSION OR COMMITTEE: General Plan Advisory Committee Name: I Anders - Ellmore I Virginia you
(Last)
(first)
(Middle)
I �
ne5iueiiGer"1uJr e55 jr eyliil'eGj: I up Code:
Flow long have you lived in Newport Beach? 28 yrs Home/Cell #:
Business Address: n/a Business Phone:
Email Address:
Have you ever been convicted of any crime or violation of any law or statute other than minor traffic violations? © NO ❑ YES (If yes, attach separate sheet with explanation) NOTICE: Pursuant to Section 702 of the City Charter, no members of boards or commissions shall hold any paid office OF C111P10VIT-lellt l 11 t he CltV KVVer lllf{ellt.
Do you currently hold any paid office or employmentwith the City of Newport Beach, including but not limited to contracted services? © No F] YES V yes, attach separate sheet with explanation] If applying for a position on the Finance Committee, have you ever declared bankruptcy? Q NO ❑ YES Please state any past, current or foreseeable future financial interests of any kind that may conflict with the Board, Commission or Committee you are applying for.
none
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Name and Location of Colleges
Universities Attended
Major
Degree
Last Year
Attended
University of Nebraska School of Nursing, Omaha, NE
Nursing (RN)
B5N
1976
University of California Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA
Ambulatory Care -Family Nurse Practitioner
MN -N P
1986
Prior or Current Civic Experience (include membership in professional, charity or community organization)
Office Held
(if any)
Dates of
Membership
SEIU- Union Steward, RN Bargaining team member and member of Nurse Alliance of CA none
approx 1991 to 2016
League of Women Voters, including the Climate Change task force none
2023 to present
Newport Beach Women's Democratic Club
none
2922 to present
Occupational History. Begin with your present or most recent position. List all positions separately held for the last five years.
Firm or Organization
Harbor UCLA Medical Center
Type of Business
Title
Adult Nurse Practitioner
Dates of Employment
Adult Ambulatory Care, General Medicine
1990 to 2019
reti red
2019 to present
References. Include names of at least two residents of Newport Beach who are not officially connected with the City.
1. Name i Karen Tringali i Address i a Phone No. I
2. Name Tod Rimlinger Address ' Phone No.
Summarize wrhyyou wish to serve the City cf Newport Reach on a board, commission or committee. Include any special qualifications you havewhich are particularly appropriate to the position for which you are applying.
I am a native Nebraskan, yet I have lived in souther California since 1978 and in Newport Beach since 1996. i married my husband, Jeff Ellmore in 1997 and moved into his home in Newport Shores. My husband's paternal family, the Ellmores and Elizabeth F. (Colyear) Vincent, moved here in the 50's& 60's. His maternal family, Hales and Baum family came in the 195o's. Jeffs grandfather Franklin Benjamin Baum, of the Baum Construction Company or Los Angeles built the Lido Isle Club House in the late 1920's.
In 2022-2023, when the heavy rains caused the historic West Newport beach erosion, I came to the Newport Beach City Council to address my concerns about the changing weather patterns and sea level rise. I met Nancy Gardner, who suggested I attend the General Plan Committees and the Water Quality and Tideland Committee. Since then, I have attended both committees, and appreciate their important efforts to prepare us for the next 20 years.
Sea level rise is my primary interest and I would like to support the General Plan advisory committee's efforts to address our sustainabIlity and resilience. My major asset is my home in Newport Shores, which I hope one day to pass on to our daughter. So, I am invested in seeing that we do all we can to address the progression of sea level rise, thus preserving the treasure that is the City of Newport Beach.
I certify that all statements made on this application are true and correct to the best of,miy knowledge. I have read and understand the duties and responsibilities of the particular positions) that I am applying for and authorize the release of this information on the internet. [BOX MUST BE CHECKED IF SUBMITTING ELECTRONICALLY]
Signature �U ,1 — Date
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APPLICATION FOR AP;P-'-0I`NTIVE POSITION
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY � � S'C.P 15 ]: So CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH CITY C 100 Civic Center drive
Residencepistrict i )] Y OF i��P;e� ti� r 1 Newport Beach, CA 92660 Verified by �' �s f art T BEA Ch; City Clerk (949) 644-3005 / Fax (949) 644-3039
DIRECTIONS: One application can be used for all the appointive positions you are applying for. Applications should be filled out completely sothatthe City Council may fully evaluate your qualifications. It is the responsibility of the applicant to familiarize themselves with the duties and responsibilities of the position(s) applied for. detailed information outlining the responsibilities of the positions can be obtained from the City Clerk's Office or on the City's website: www.newportbeachca.gov (City Government/Boards, Commissions and Committees). Applications will be kept on file for two years for the positions) applied for. If you are not selected for appointment during that period of time, it will be necessary for youto re -submit an application if you are still interested in being considered.
NOTICE: Section 702 of the City Charter requires that members of Boards or Commissions appointed by the City Council shall be from the qualified electors of the City. This document is a public record and may be posted on the internet.
NAME OF BOARD, COMMIS51ON OR COMMITTEE: EGeneral Plan Advisory Committee Name: Padla 1 Janine JR
(Last)
Residence Address (required):
(First)
How long have you lived in Newport Beach? 25 years I Horne/Cell #:
Business Address:
Email Address:
Zip Code:
(Middle)
10000001.
Have you ever been convicted of any crime or violation of any law or statute other than minor traffic violations? 0■ NO ❑ YES (if yes, attach separate sheet with explanation) NOTICE: Pursuant to Section 702 of the City Charter, no members of boards or commissions shall hold any paid office or employment in the City government.
Ooyou currently hold any paid office or employment with the Cityof Newport Beach, including but not limited to contracted services? ❑M NO YES (If yes, attach separate sheet with explanation) If applying for a position on the Finance Committee, have you declared bankruptcy in the last 10 years? n NO F7 YES Please state any past, current or foreseeable future finar.cial interests of any kind that may conflict with the Board, Commission or Committee you are applying for.
None
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Name and Location of Colleges
Universities Attended
Major
Degree
Last Year
Attended
USC
Business
BS/MBA
1985
Prior or Current Civic Experience (include membership in professional, charity or community organization)
Office Held
(if any)
Dates of
Membership
Occupational History. Begin with your present or most recent position. List all positions separately held for the last five years.
Firm or organization
Type of Business
Title
Dates of Employment
JP Realty Services
Real estate consulting
President
2003 to present
Sares Regis Group
Real estate development
Project Manager
2012 to present
Winthrop Management
Commercial property management
vice President
2002 to 2012
Trammell Crow Company
Real estate development
Managing Director
1986 to 2012
References. Include names of at least two residents of Newport Beach who are not officially connected with the City.
1. Name
Peter Rooney
Address
Phone No.
J
2. Name
Laura Roche
Address 1
Phone No.
Summarize why you wish to serve the City of Newport Beach on a board, commission or committee. Include any special qualifications you have which are particularly appropriate to the position for which you are applying.
I am applying for this position as I have experience working with cities on entitlement issues. I am familiar with General Plans and the CEQA steps necessary for approval. As a resident of Newport Beach, I would like to be involved in the future planning/zoning of the city.
I certify that all statements made on this application are true and correct to the best of my knowledge. i have read and understand the duties and responsibilities of the particular position(s) that I am applying for and authorize the release of this information on the internet. [BOX MUST BE. CHECKED IF SIJ'3NH TING I[LECTRONIC;A1. ".
Signature Janine Padia Date 9114122
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General Pian Advisory Committee Membership Supplemental Questionnaire Please respond to the following questions to better assist the member selection process.
Applicant Name: Janine Padia
1. Describe your involvement in the civic affairs related to the City of Newport Beach.
I have not been involved with any civic affairs at the City of Newport Beach. Now that I am an 'empty nester' and have time, I would like to volunteer my time to the City.
2. Describe your involvement in issues related to your neighborhood or business interests in the City. have been on the Architectural Review Board for my homeowners' association.
3. Describe your knowledge and experience related to land use or zoning matters.
I have worked In commercial real estate/development for the past 30+ years. I work with a lot of cities and am familiar with General and Specific Plans, Zoning, Environmental reviews and project approvals.
4. Do you have experience, knowledge, or training in any of the following fields? Topic
Yes
No
Housing
Transportation
❑
Harbor, boating or water quality
❑
Environmental stewardship or conservation
❑
Development
J
Economic development
Legal matters
Urban design or architecture
,I
Public safety or community hazards
Historic resources
f
Arts and cultural resources
Municipal finance
Noise
❑
Recreation
❑
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General Plan Advisory Committee Membership Supplemental Questionnaire Applicant Name: Janine Padia
S. If you responded yes to any of the topics in the previous question, please describe your knowledge and experience. Please attach additional pages as necessary. If you have other areas of interest relevant to the Newport Beach General Plan that are not listed, feel free to identify them and describe your knowledge and experience
As previously stated, I have worked in commercial real estate for many years and my most recent experience is with a development company, Sares Regis Group.
One of my main jobs is to procure entitlements for projects, so I am familiar with General Plans, CEQA requirements and the process involved in getting an EIR approved. Also, as a resident, I want to insure that the right mix of zoning is included in the General Plan update.
In addition to City processing experience, I have worked on a project in Ontario that is a historical structure--Guasti Ranch. I am familiar with the issues involved In preserving these types of structures.
My experience in development also includes working with architectural firms in planning and design of buildings and tenant improvements.
Prior to my development experience, I worked in property and asset management.
My background as a CPA is key in understanding all aspects of real estate management.
Finally, I am the designated broker for Mack Property Management for their properties in California, Washington, New York and Arizona. The majority of the properties are multi -family and my knowledge from this assignment would be beneficial to the General Plan process.
By submitting the application and completing the supplemental questionnaire, you acknowledge the multi -year commitment to help the community update its General Plan. While you may have a specific area of interest like the harbor, you will be exposed to all the issues listed in question 4 and likely more. You will be expected to participate and provide input on potentially all the topics.
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APPLICATION FORAPPOINTIVE POSITION
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
- 100 Civic Center Drive
Residence Distric Newport Beach, CA 92660
Verifiedby City Clerk (949) 644-3005
- Fax (949) 644-3039
DIRECTIONS: One application can be used for all the appointive positions you are applying for. Applications should be filled out completely so that the City Council may fully evaluate your qualifications. It is the responsibility of the applicant to familiarize themselves with the duties and responsibilities of the position(s) applied for. Detailed information outlining the responsibilities of the positions can be obtained from the City Clerk's Office or on the City's website: www.newportbeachca.gov (City Government/Boards, Commissions and Committees). Applications will be kept on file for two years for the position(s) applied for. If you are not selected for appointment during that period of time, it will be necessary for you to re -submit an application if you are still interested in being considered.
NOTICE: Section 702 of the City Charter requires that members of Boards or Commissions appointed by the City Council shall be from the qualified electors of the City. This document is a public record and may be posted on the internet.
NAME OF BOARD, COMMISSION OR COMMITTEE: General Plan Advisory Committee Name: Goldberg Rita
(Last)
Residence Address (required):
How long have you lived in Newport Beach?
Business Address:
(First)
35 years Home/Cell #:
Email Address:
Zip Code: P2660
Have you ever been convicted of any crime or violation of any law or statute other than minor traffic violations? Q NO YES (If yes, attach separate sheet with explanation) (Middle)
NOTICE: Pursuant to Section 702 of the City Charter, no members of boards or commissions shall hold any paid office or employment in the City government.
Do you currently hold any paid office or employment with the City of Newport Beach, including but not limited to contracted services? �■ NO ❑ YES (If yes, attach separate sheet with explanation) If applying for a position on the Finance Committee, have you declared bankruptcy in the last 10 years? NO R YES Please state any past, current or foreseeable future financial interests of any kind that may conflict with the Board, Commission or Committee you are applying for.
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Name and Location of Colleges/
Universities Attended
Major
Degree
Last Year
Attended
New York University
Journalism
BA
1981
Prior or Current Civic Experience (include membership in professional, charity or community organization)
Office Held
(if any)
Dates of
Membership
City Arts Commissioner
Chair
2008-2016
Newport Beach Film Festival
Advisory Board Member
2001 - present
CDM Home Tour
Chair
2000 - 2008
Spirit Run
Board Member
1996 - 2002
Occupational History. Begin with your present or most recent position. List all positions separately held for the last five years.
Firm or Organization
Type of Business
Title
Dates of Employment
Joli Magazine
Publishing
Editor
2017 - 2021
Self Employed
Publishing
Editor, Writer
2014 - 2017
Six Degrees Magazine
Publishing
Editor
2012 - 2014
References. Include names of at least two residents of Newport Beach who are not officially connected with the City.
1. Name Denise Molnar Address Phone No.
2. Name Sherry Haber Address Phone No.
Summarize why you wish to serve the City of Newport Beach on a board, commission or committee. Include any special qualifications you havewhich are particularly appropriate to the position for which you are applying.
As a long time resident of Newport Beach, I have garnered a strong understanding of the local culture and preferences of our residents. I have applied this understanding to the creation and support of arts programming and growing and strengthening signature events, such as the Newport Beach Film Festival. have successfully engaged in numerous leadership roles and would be honored to be afforded the opportunity to leverage my experience and skills for the benefit of the City of Newport Beach. certify that all statements made on this application are true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I have read and understand the duties and responsibilities of the particular position(s) that I am applying for and authorize the release of this information on the internet. [BOX MUST BE CHECKED IF SUBMITTING ELECTRONICALLY]
Date
Signature
Rita Goldberg February 19, 2023
15-68