Annual Report to City Council
May 27, 2025
PB&R Commission Members
Name Term
Gail Benton Shoemaker, Chair 2027
Stefanie Phillips 2026
Cindy Abbott 2026
Mark Torres 2027
Marc Staudenbaur 2028
Cherie Chan 2028
Michael Watkins (June 2025) 2029
Purpose
To recommend and advise the Council in the
acquisition, development and maintenance of parks,
beaches and other recreational areas, and to encourage
the planning and implementation of a comprehensive
recreation and human service program which will
serve the needs of all age groups in the City.
Duties
To assist in the preparation and adoption of, and
review annually and revise as may be necessary, a longrange plan for parks, beaches, and recreation. To act in an advisory capacity to the Council, the City Manager, and the Director of Parks, Beaches, and
Recreation Department in all matters pertaining to
public recreation.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities Include:
To make recommendations concerning the beautification, development and improvement of parks, beaches and recreation services
To focus public attention upon the need for adequate parks and beaches and healthful year-round supervised recreation for all To assist in promoting public recreation
To engage with City and partner organizations through Liaison/Committee Assignments
To gather stakeholder input and provide direction and guidance on beach usage – monitoring special events and surf camps. To hear and make determinations regarding Tree Appeals To select the Poet Laureate
Beach Safety
Life Bouy program
Beach Safety Subcommittee
Beach Safety Day
Parks Review
Commissioners review parks with form
Subcommittee compiles results into reports
Tree Appeals & Process
1 tree appeal over the past year
Commissioner Tree Ordinance education
Presentations
Quarterly Staff Reports
Aquatics
Child Care
Recreation
Seniors
What’s Next?
Priority Parks
Beach Safety
Parks Review Report
Poet Laureate Nomination/Appointment
Tree Appeals
Bike and Pedestrian Review
Surf Camp Review
Liaison Assignments
Item for consideration:
E-bikes
Thank you!
Questions?