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Minutes
Regular Meeting Harbor Commission
February 13, 2023
A. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
A Regular Meeting of the Harbor Commission was called to order by Chair Bauer at 6:30 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers, 415 Diamond Street, Redondo Beach, California.
B. ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Carlson, Kilroy, Light, Walters, Chair Bauer Commissioners Absent: Callahan, Chrzan
Officials Present: Greg Kapovich, Waterfront and Economic Director Laurie Koike, Waterfront and Economic Manager
Dave Charobee, Senior Management Analyst
C. SALUTE TO THE FLAG
At the request of Chair Bauer, Commissioner Walters led the assembly in the Salute to the Flag.
D. APPROVAL OF THE ORDER OF AGENDA
Motion by Commissioner Walters, seconded by Commissioner Kilroy, to approve the Order of the Agenda as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
E. BLUE FOLDER ITEMS
Motion by Commissioner Kilroy, seconded by Commissioner Walters, to receive and file the Blue Folder Items for J.1, L.2, and L.4. Motion carried unanimously.
F. CONSENT CALENDAR
F1. APPROVAL OF AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING FOR THE HARBOR COMMISSION MEETING OF FEBRUARY 13, 2023
F2. APPROVAL OF THE FOLLOWING MINUTES: DECEMBER 12, 2022 Motion by Commissioner Kilroy, seconded by Commissioner Walters, to approve Consent Calendar Items F.1 and F.2. Motion carried unanimously.
G. EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR – NONE
H. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
Chair Bauer called for public comments.
Eugene Solomon, Redondo Beach, stated he is running for City Treasurer, reviewed his qualifications and experience, the Charter amendments and spoke on the Treasurer’s role and qualifications of the Commissioners.
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Julie Coll, Waterfront Education, gave an update on Stemfest on April 15, 2023, and provided information on the event and noted Stem Saturdays. She also said the age group is K-12 but mainly K-8.
Motion by Commissioner Kilroy, seconded by Commissioner Light, to receive and file information presented by Ms. Coll. Motion carried unanimously.
H1. For eComments and Emails received from the Public - None There being no further comments, Chair Bauer closed the public comment period.
I. EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS
Chair Bauer disclosed meeting with people on the Boardwalk looking to form a BID.
Commissioner Light disclosed speaking with staff and the applicant on Item J.1.
Commissioner Carlson disclosed speaking to the applicant on Item J.1.
J. PUBLIC HEARINGS
J1. DISCUSSION, CONSIDERATION, AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON AN
EXEMPTION DECLARATION, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT, AND COASTAL
DEVELOPMENT PERMIT TO ALLOW THE OPERATION OF A WATERFRONT
EDUCATION PROGRAM/FACILITY TO OPERATE OUTDOOR ENRICHMENT
EDUCATION AND WATER-BASED EVENTS FOR THE COMMUNITY (UP TO
TWELVE SCHOOL AGE CHILDREN) WITHIN AN EXISTING COMMERCIAL OFFICE BUILDING ON PROPERTY LOCATED AT 107 W. TORRANCE
BOULEVARD WITHIN THE COASTAL COMMERCIAL (CC-2) ZONE)
Motion by Commissioner , seconded by Commissioner , to open the public hearing.
Motion carried unanimously.
WED Director Kapovich gave a report and reviewed the following:
• Background
• Location
• Floor Plans
• Adequate parking provided
• No noise concerns
• Increased Coastal Access
• Staff recommendation to approve the CUP.
Chair Bauer supported the request and believed it is a great fit.
Julie Coll, applicant, reviewed their activities and supported staff’s recommendation.
In response to Commissioner Carlson, Ms. Coll reviewed their hours and said operations mostly occur in the mornings with periodic weekend and evening hours, as indicated in the operating plan.
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Commissioner Carlson suggested reserving a couple of parking spots to allow for loading/unloading. WED Director Kapovich stated that the parking garage is shared amongst all of the businesses within the Pier Plaza complex. Based on a parking study performed in August 2022, the existing parking garage has a surplus of 97 parking stalls after calculating the parking requirement for all of the uses within Pier Plaza. In that sense, the garage can accommodate parking for all uses, inclusive of the proposed waterfront education use. While the parking requirement for the proposed use does not require specified loading/unloading areas, staff indicated that they can look into the possibility of reserving some spaces nearby but specified reserved spaces in a shared environment is not typically performed.
Commissioner Light asked about the duration of the agreement. WED Director Kapovich stated that if the Harbor Commission approved the proposed CUP, said CUP would run with the land. In other words, if the proposed waterfront education use were to re-locate, another similar use could locate at the subject site and utilize the existing CUP without having to return to the Harbor Commission. The lease begins as month-to-month.
Chair Bauer called for public comments.
Mark Hansen supported the request and asked for approval.
Eugene Solomon supported the request and asked if other space becomes available, could the WES migrate their lease to a new space. WED Director Kapovich said yes but the process to do so would depend on where they would be moving and whether or not the new location would require a CUP. WES may very well be required to apply for another CUP if the future new location did not have a CUP in place already.
In response to Commissioner Walters, WED Director Kapovich said the CUP stays with the land forever, and another school system could inherit the existing CUP if the current school system goes away. He said that while a future school use would not have to apply for a new CUP, they would have to abide by all of the existing conditions of approval found within this CUP (if approved tonight). If for any reason, the future use did not wish to abide by the existing conditions of approval, they would be required to return to the Harbor Commission to request an amendment to the existing approved CUP resolution. .
Commissioner Walters noted that Suave Fair school has the same categorical exemption and same CUP and if that tenant moved out, Ms. Coll could take over that space which is larger.
Commissioner Carlson asked Ms. Coll if month-to-month would be adequate, noting LA Americorp ran into an issue where they had no lease and trouble fundraising. Ms. Coll said their situation was slightly different and didn’t have a way to downstream their fundraising. She believed at some point when numbers increase, there may be more requirements.
In response to Commissioner Kilroy, WED Director Kapovich stated staff is not adverse to month-to-month which provides waterfront education with the most flexibility.
For eComments and Emails received from the Public - None
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Motion by Commissioner Light, seconded by Commissioner Walters, to close the public comment period. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Light, seconded by Commissioner Kilroy, to approve the Resolution as written with no changes. Motion carried unanimously, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Carlson, Kilroy, Light, Walters, Chair Bauer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Callahan, Chrzan
K. ITEMS CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS AGENDAS – NONE
L. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION PRIOR TO ACTION
L1. QUARTERLY PUBLIC SAFETY REPORT
Police Department Update
Lieutenant King, Redondo Beach Police Department, Pier and Harbor Unit, gave an update on the third and fourth quarter stats.
In response to Chair Bauer regarding this year compared to last year, Lieutenant King stated there has been a decrease in robberies, burglaries, but an increase in drunkenness in public and homeless disturbance calls, but not a major increase or spikes.
In response to Commissioner Kilroy regarding any trends, Lieutenant King stated no, pointing out that events are very seasonal. He noted the police is pushing for bicycle enforcement.
Commissioner Walters suggested having trends data year over year which would be helpful. He also asked about burglaries and catalytic converters being stolen. Lieutenant King stated this has been a big issue right now in the South Bay wide and goes in waves, noting Kia’s being hit more. He said they have done social media posts and hosting etchings. He also said a Municipal Code was passed regarding being in possession of the catalytic converters.
Commissioner Kilroy stated he was on the Public Works Commission tasked with rerouting the bike path from above north of the pier to south of the pier, and it was put through the parking lot. He said bicyclists were supposed to be able to ride their bikes in off peak hours with the Police Department having the option to turn on or off flashing red lights to tell the bicyclists to walk their bikes. He said the Police Department just turned the lights on and never shut them off which went against the recommendation of the Public Works Commission at the time. He said he preferred to see walking bikes when necessary as a safety hazard as needed rather than having the lights on all the time.
Chair Bauer suggested a timer, noting the substation isn’t manned. Lieutenant King stated there are currently two officers assigned in the area along with a sergeant and in the summer time they try to staff two more additional officers, allowing for seven day a week coverage with somebody down there.
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Commissioner Kilroy questioned how much activity would be needed to trigger getting off bicycles.
Commissioner Light observed that Manhattan Beach has their lights turn on over the weekend, after work in the summer and during events and festivals.
Chair Bauer suggested using the lights when needed if there is no safety issue. Lieutenant King pointed out that it is a Municipal Code violation and couldn’t be ignored.
Chair Bauer suggested looking at having the lights timed.
Commissioner Carlson stated the skatepark will open soon with a different traffic flow and suggested improvement of the bike path as needed. He also asked about the status of police boat. Lieutenant King said it is currently being repainted with a standard service on the engines.
Commissioner Light asked about the public drunkenness incidents that are rising in frequency and asked if there was any particular time this is occurring. Lieutenant King stated weekends are busier, later hours and summertime, and said there is no one bar that seems to be an offender. He also reviewed the sky tower that can be manned with an officers and cameras and will be used for larger events.
Commissioner Light asked about the trend with transients which seems high compared to City stats. Lieutenant King noted a larger population congregating in the pier/harbor area.
He said the Police Department has been progressive getting resources, etc., and getting help in housing.
Fire Department Update
Fire Chief Patrick Butler
Chief May and staff spoke on the following:
• King Harbor storm activity
• No significant loss of life
• No significant personal property damage
• Positive outcome by being proactive
• Recovery efforts
• Affected infrastructure
Commissioner Light asked if any vessel sought safe harbor. Chief May did not believe so during the January 5,6 and 7 storm.
Fire Chief Butler reviewed the data in 2021, 2022 (decrease), month by month, most active calls, and directed patrol call.
Commissioner Light noted some discrepancy with the numbers not adding up correctly.
He also referred to illegal swimming in the harbor and asked when this is rule is enforced.
Fire Chief Butler said this is enforced consistently, patrolled, educated, recognized and corrected.
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Commissioner Light expressed concern with kids coming in from the hand launch and snorkeling/swimming across the Harbor, which is dangerous. Commissioner Light supported enforcement in the area. He also noted kids jumping off the triangle that holds up the hand launch boat ramp. Fire Chief Butler said they will be the first ones to respond to any 911 calls, noting their boat is staffed 24/7. He said a call will come in and they will get dispatched. He also said law enforcement action will take place if there is noncompliance.
A Fire Rescue employee, said they do three to four patrols a day and enforce the rules, looking at the kids jumping off the pier and ask for compliance.
Commissioner Light suggested putting up guard equipment that are difficult to climb and expressed concern with an accident between the shallow water and the expanding base.
Commissioner Carlson asked if the pump out station on the outside of the shear wall would be an issue. Chief May gave a report and said it was determined there would be no issues.
Commissioner Carlson asked about dock inspection patrols. Chief May said this has been very successful and the plan is to include all three basins, cleaning up the docks and making them more presentable to the public.
Commissioner Carlson asked if sources of oil leaks are being checked. Chief May said this is being inspected and noted water quality is very important.
Commissioner Carlson asked if drones are used to look for sources of leaks or oil slicks.
Chief May said they use them as a resource and are a great reference point.
Fire Chief Butler noted a special tagging system when vessels are pumped out.
Commissioner Carlson suggested using the Commission for any help or support regarding the storm impacts.
Chair Bauer called for public comments.
Mark Hansen thanked staff for their great support and reviewed their involvement and help.
For eComments and Emails received from the Public - None There being no further comments, Chair Bauer closed the public comment period.
L.2. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING AN UPDATE TO THE
DAMAGE SUSTAINED WITHIN THE WATERFRONT DUE TO RECENT STORM SURGES
Mike Klein, Deputy Public Works Director, gave a report and overview, and reviewed the following:
• Storm Preparation
o Yacht Club Way & Adjacent Beach
o Mitigate Debris Flow into Ocean
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o Signage
o Monitoring
• Management
o Work with Fire and Police Department as issues arise
o Monitor problematic areas to assess storm damage
• Recovery
o King Harbor Yacht Club
o Sports Fishing Pier
o Harbor Patrol Dock
• Summary
City Engineer Andy Winje spoke on the damages and repairs.
In response to Commissioner Kilroy, City Engineer Winje stated the cost to remove the Sports Fishing Pier would be $1.1M and said permits would be from the Army Corp and Coastal Commissionand spoke on their requirements. He also spoke on the parking lot at the King Harbor Yacht Club, noted construction issues and said there are options to improve the design.
Commissioner Light stated the pier supplies water to Captain Kidd’s and asked if there is a workaround. City Engineer Winje stated their waterfront crew is working on alternatives and an intake location that is suitable.
Commissioner Light asked about damages to the hand launch ramp. City Engineer Winje stated the ramp did get damaged.
Deputy Public Works Director Klein stated staff is trying to repair it in-house due to the wave action damage. He also said there was no damage seen from it bouncing off the bottom.
Deputy Public Works Director Klein noted issues with people jumping off the pier which is very dangerous and liability issues are addressed as much as possible.
Commissioner Light asked about the inspection of the break wall and splash wall. Deputy Public Works Director Klein said a drone is being used to make sure there is a good tracking. He noted scallops which have gotten worse and loss of rock.
In response to Commissioner Light, City Engineer Winje referred to the concrete wall which looks worn from the inside but not compromised.
WED Director Kapovich stated a walking tour with representatives of the Army Corp to inspect the sea wall is being planned. This includes an on-the-water tour to visually review the status of the ocean facing side.
Commissioner Light thanked staff for all of their work.
Commissioner Carlson referred to the splash wall on the outer break wall side and expressed concern with a dip in the middle and scalloping and more water coming underneath with the wall settling. WED Director Kapovich said he’s not aware how it’s built or if it could be compromised.
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Deputy Public Works Director Klein stated the breakwater up against the block wall in place has sunk and gone down, and the breakwater used to be higher, making a barrier with pushing the sand away, allowing for 6 feet underneath.
In response to Commissioner Carlson regarding exceeding the cubic meters that are allowed to pull out, City Engineer Andy Winje said there is an extra 15,000 feet of over dredge available.
Chair Bauer called for public comments.
Mark Hansen spoke on the Galveston Wall and suggested testing should take place regarding the rusting rebar.
For eComments and Emails received from the Public - None Motion by Commissioner Light, seconded by Commissioner Walters, to close the public comment period. Motion carried unanimously.
L.3. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING AN UPDATE TO THE
WATERFRONT DREDGING CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
City Engineer Winje gave an update and discussed the following:
• Currently approaching the 90% design
• Missed the window to do dredging for 2023 due to delays with the Army Corp related to permit review
• $4.5M budget
• Worked on design since 2018
• 2020 – two meetings with SCDMMT
• Approved sampling plan
• 2019/2020 presented results of sampling analysis
• Good public comment
• Meeting in May 2020 – approved disposal plan
• Submitted permit applications August 2020
• Received Army Corp provisional notification in April 2022 • Water Board certification received in October 2022
• Army Corp Permit issuance received in late November 2022 • Staff anticipates to appear before City Council to award the bid to perform the dredging work to a consultant in April of 2024 –
In response to Chair Bauer, City Engineer Winje reviewed the locations of the disposal areas. He also said the permit indicates using both locations or only alternatively the outer one.
Commissioner Light expressed concern with dumping in the harbor, shoaling and expediting dredging. City Engineer Winje reviewed the sediments and shoaling from the hand launch boat ramp.
Commissioner Light believed since the storms, the area north of the Topaz Jetty has gotten narrow. City Engineer Winje said the county addressed this issue who felt
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investigation wasn’t needed. He also said staff will do a material management plan as part of the permit process and document how trash is being collected.
In response to Commissioner Light, City Engineer Winje stated he will write the request for bids to include the alternative offshore deposit option. He also said the process to select a contractor to perform the work is through a low BID process and not an RFP.
Commissioner Light said the permit allows for either, noting strong concerns in the boating community about dumping in the harbor. He strongly suggests the in-harbor option be eliminated from the bid scope of work, thereby leaving the out of harbor option as the only solution outlined in the bid.
In response to Commissioner Light, City Engineer Winje said the depth after a deposition is -18 with a flat bottom.
Commissioner Light reviewed fluid dynamics and stated he would like to see wave conditions that were analyzed.
Commissioner Carlson supported the bid stopping at the Harbor Commission for input before City Council review. He noted the Harbor Commission originally requested the permit provide flexibility of dumping it entirely outside of the Harbor. The Commission also requested that the Army Corp storage site be moved south of Topaz Jetty to help secure the sand long term and putting the sand right off the county buildings with heavy equipment. He also requested a copy of the permit back from the Dredging Materials Board and Army Corp. He agreed that after this storm, someone may need sand somewhere else and it might be worth asking again, since there is a year’s delay. He also said the Commission would like to see the Bid before it goes out to prospective contractors and also requested employing an inspector to observe the work performed to ensure conditions of the permit related to protecting the environment were adhered. City Engineer Winje said the permit addresses all of these issues along with requirements and conditions and is part of the package, and an engineer team will observe the work performed.
Commissioner Carlson said the experts helped write the original Army Corp request for permit and were unaware of any shoaling at the hand launch and didn’t know there was indeed sand migrating from somewhere to the hand launch, which is large grain sand. He also said the experts stated there were no endangered species in the area when in fact eel grass is present. As a result of these inconsistencies he questioned their expertise and the associated technical reports.
City Engineer Winje stated his role is to rely on the experts and use his best professional judgement regarding the information and recommendation to the Council. He supported the Commission’s input.
Commissioner Carlson supported that the Commission see the Bid for an opportunity to comment prior to City Council review. He wants to ensure the Bid includes best practices and wants a qualified observer to monitor the dredging for environmental impacts.
Commissioner Light suggested the Commission receive reports and data prior to the meeting.
Chair Bauer called for public comments.
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Mark Hansen, King Harbor Public Amenities Working Group, expressed concern with difficulty accessing the meeting PowerPoint and administrative reports. He also said boaters have expressed that the dredging needs to go all the way to the north against the Yacht Club. He also spoke on the Amenities Plan which included the new hand launch facility and expressed concern with planting PCBs and DDTs in front of the new hand launch area. He also supported Harbor Commission involvement and not being bypassed and suggested writing a letter to Council that items come back to the Commission for their input and review.
Julie Coll, Waterfront Education, said she is a boater in the harbor and expressed concern with the City hiring experts that don’t understand the City’s water in the harbor and how it is used and how the water moves. She agreed that the Harbor Commission should be involved and that things come to them as well. She also opposed dumping in the harbor and supported having someone involved from the science community.
In response to Commissioner Light, Mr. Hansen also said the boater community opposes dumping in the harbor.
Commissioner Carlson suggested getting Captain Kidd’s opinion on dumping in the harbor as well.
For eComments and Emails received from the Public - None Motion by Commissioner Kilroy, seconded by Commissioner Light, to close the public comment period. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Light, seconded by Commissioner Carlson, that Director Kapovich send the Commission’s strong recommendation to the Council that the document for bidding come back to the Harbor Commission before going to Council.
Motion carried unanimously, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Carlson, Kilroy, Light, Walters, Chair Bauer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Callahan, Chrzan
L.4. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING HARBOR COMMISSION
PRIORITY PROJECTS
WED Director Kapovich gave a report and discussed the following:
• Looking for a consensus from the Commission regarding what projects to prioritize over the next year.
• Reviewed a list of projects that City Council currently has staff working towards. • Reviewed a list of potential projects based on feedback from Harbor Commission prior to this meeting.
• Looking to write a letter to Council for their consideration during a future Strategic Planning Session.
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Staff recommends the following projects be incorporated into the next City Council Strategic Plan:
• Climate Resiliency Master Plan is crucial
• Additional funding for Seaside Lagoon
• Entitlement process for the Public Boat Launch
• Apply and receive grant funding for the SAVE Program
Commissioner Kilroy suggested focusing on the items that can be done within the sixmonth timeframe.
Commissioner Walters referred to Items #1 and #2 and suggested creating high priority items and then the lower priority items over the next six months.
In response to Commissioner Light, WED Director Kapovich stated all of the items currently on the Strategic Plan list will get done. Some of the items will either roll over to the next Strategic Plan because they are not quite done yet or a completed item will require a “next step”, resulting in a logical new project for the Strategic Plan.
Commissioner Walters suggested focusing on the four items presented by WED Director Kapovich as the top priorities.
Commissioner Kilroy believed that the Public Boat Launch is the biggest priority for public impact.
Commissioner Light said the public impact is separate and the Commission should consider what’s strategically important.
Commissioner Kilroy asked about the Seaside Lagoon design. WED Director Kapovich stated that two designs would be created. The first would be a complete overhaul and rebuild of the lagoon. The second would be a more pragmatic approach that improves upon the existing facility. Both designs would include creating a closed loop system, improving on the infrastructure with no discharge or fines.
Chair Bauer asked about the seasonal entertainment items/events that were included in the past such as ice skating. Commissioner Kilroy said a private entity usually approaches city staff to locate seasonal events at the waterfront.
Chair Bauer suggested seeking out private entities for suggestions to help stimulate additional events.
Commissioner Kilroy supported Beach Life, Ruby’s and On The Rocks which can help kickstart the renovation in the area.
Commissioner Carlson believed that the events tend to be a public-private partnership.
Commissioner Carlson suggested adding an updated website to the priority list. He also supported the list presented by staff.
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Chair Bauer asked about the LCP, specifically how staff intends to correct the organization of the document. WED Director Kapovich stated that the current configuration of the LCP is confusing. There is a grant opportunity with the Climate Resiliency Master Plan where the grant is only available so long as it results in an update to the LCP. One of staff’s recommended priorities is to tackle the Climate Resiliency Master Plan to help identify specific projects to alleviate Sea Level Rise impacts. The LCP will be updated to incorporate this Master Plan and he suggested rewriting the LCP at this time, so it is more readable and easier to comprehend.
In response to Commissioner Walters, Commissioner Light suggested the AES site being incorporated into the Waterfront so its purview would be under the Harbor Commission.
WED Director Kapovich said the AES site is zoned for open space and is in close proximity to the waterfront, which is also full of open space amenities. It would be a good addition.
Commissioner Light also stated that the former Gold’s Gym site is tied to the Tidelands and should be folded into the Harbor Commission. He suggested updating the Commission Charter and ensure there is an integrated functioning of the entire harbor enterprise. Commissioner Walters suggested adding this to the list.
Commissioner Light supported implementing the Outside Dining Program, a parking rate reduction for recreation users as required by Measure C, and Basin 3 improvements.
In response to Commissioner Walters, WED Director Kapovich stated the City Website is already in the Strategic Plan.
Chair Bauer supported events in the City and noted the webpage would provide an avenue to advertise the events.
Chair Bauer suggested having better signage throughout the City. WED Director Kapovich stated that signage is dictated by the Municipal Code in the zoning section based on specific zoning designations, and businesses could request a sign subject to those standards.
Chair Bauer called for public comments.
Julie Coll suggested building an app for the harbor along with social media.
Mark Hansen supported updating the Commission Charter to include AES and the Gold’s Gym site. He also said he has a lot of communication with the four hotels and suggested to include them in the discussions.
For eComments and Emails received from the Public - None Motion by Commissioner Carlson, seconded by Commissioner Walters, to close the public comment period. Motion carried unanimously.
In response to Commissioner Walters, WED Director Kapovich stated the City Manager’s Office is leading the design process of the City’s Website. He also said his office will be in charge of the specific content displayed on the WED page but overall design will be universal across all City Departments.
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Commissioner Walters suggested Harbor Commission representation on the design process.
Chair Bauer suggested changing the content of the Website. Commissioner Light suggested this be a separate action item requesting staff to bring back the content for the Commission to comment.
Commissioner Walters suggested forming a subcommittee to specifically look at the Website content for the waterfront.
WED Manager Laurie Koike suggested staff come back to the Commission with the design and once transitioned, make changes and then share it.
WED Director Kapovich again stated that overall design of the website (colors, look, feel) is a task being performed by a consultant for future review by the City Council. The Harbor Commission, nor any other Commission has input into the universal design of the city webpage. That said, WED staff would be happy to present the final design after Council approval at a future Harbor Commission meeting. Staff also cautioned against the Harbor Commission dictating the content displayed on the WED homepage. The process should be informal and flexible, thus allowing quick changes when updates are needed. Staff stands ready to hear ideas from members of the Commission to consideration but would rather individual Commissioners contact staff separately with any ideas, rather than forming a subcommittee or deciding to agendize the topic.
Motion by Commissioner Light, seconded by Commissioner Carlson, to form a subcommittee to draft a letter to include WED Director Kapovich’s four items (Climate Resiliency Master Plan, additional funding for Seaside Lagoon, entitlement process for the Public Boat Launch, and SAVE Program, and adding the following new priorities; extending the south seawall, changing the Harbor Commission Charter to include the AES site, the two hotels, and Gold’s Gym, to implement reduced parking rates for frequent users of the waterfront (in compliance with Measure C), an interim Basin 3 bulkhead solution, explore the creation of an app unique to the harbor for better user experience and wayfinding, and the formation of a subcommittee to include Chair Bauer, Commissioner Light and Commissioner Carlson. Motion carried unanimously, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Carlson, Kilroy, Light, Walters, Chair Bauer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Callahan, Chrzan
L.5. DIRECTOR’S REPORT
WED Director Kapovich gave a report and discussed the following:
• Business Concierge Program approved on December 13, 2022 • New bike shop rental business that opened on Pier Plaza on December 20, 2022 • Gensler Architect contract was approved on January 17th to create conceptual drawings of a future waterfront education center at the old Joe’s Crab Shack site • City Council approved the July 4th barge-based fireworks at the February 7, 2023 City Council meeting
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• White Sea Bass item was approved
• Seaside Lagoon contract with Nuvis Landscape Architecture was approved • Skateboarding Park Project at Pad 10 is under construction • Kincaid’s Service Parking Lot completed on January 23, 2023 • Annual Kite Festival on March 12, 2023
• Subcommittee updates:
o Seaside Lagoon Subcommittee met on January 10, 2023 – kickoff meeting o Dry Boat Storage Subcommittee met on February 9, 2023 – kickoff meeting o Sea Bass Subcommittee – pursue funding at the six-month mark o Waterfront Education Subcommittee – no updates
o Outdoor Dining Subcommittee – no updates
M. ITEMS FROM STAFF - NONE
N. COMMISSION ITEMS AND REFERRALS TO STAFF
Motion by Commissioner Kilroy, seconded by Commissioner Light, to agendize to discuss Harbor Commission recommendations related to walking bikes and timing of flashing lights.
Original Motion carried, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Kilroy, Light, Walters, Bauer
NOES: Carlson
ABSENT: Callahan, Chrzan
Commissioner Light expressed concern with fee letters received from King Harbor Marina and asked if this is legal from the Coastal Commissioner perspective. He said the slip fee is not being raised, but is essentially doing the same thing. WED Director Kapovich stated he will review.
Chair Bauer stated there is an effort in the City to streamline the interface between businesses and the City, which he supports. WED Director Kapovich stated there is currently a working group of City staff between multiple departments with the intent to improve and streamline the development process.
O. ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Commissioner Walters, seconded by Commissioner Light, to adjourn the meeting at 11:00 p.m. to the March 13, 2023 Harbor Commission meeting. Motion carried unanimously.
All written comments submitted via eComment are included in the record and available for public review on the City website.
Respectfully submitted,
Greg Kapovich, Director, Waterfront & Economic Development