Subject: Night Surfing at San Clemente Pier
Index: 701
Number: 701-___
Effective Date:
Prepared By: Beaches, Parks & Recreation
Supersedes: N/A
Approved By:
Policy And Procedure
PURPOSE:
To establish policies and regulations for the designation of night surfing on the north side of the San Clemente Municipal Pier.
ORGANIZATION AFFECTED:
Beaches, Parks & Recreation Department
REFERENCES:
San Clemente Policy # 701-1: Operation of Sports Lighting Facilities within City Parks, Golf Course, and on the Beach POLICY:
In an effort to meet the recreational surfing needs of the residents and visitors of San Clemente, the use of overhead lighting along the north side of the pier will provide for seasonal expanded use of the ocean waters for surfing activities.
PROCEDURE:
The hours of operation for night surfing activities shall be weekdays from November 1 through March 15, from dusk to 8 p.m.
Lighting will be directed towards the water surface and provided for along the north edge of the pier.
Marine Safety lifeguarding services will not be provided.
Special exceptions may be granted with the approval of the Beaches, Parks and Recreation Commission through the Special Event Permit process. The Commission shall have the authority to require the applicant requesting the exception to the policy to notify, in writing, residents, and businesses surrounding the pier facility within 300 feet.
DEFINITIONS:
Evening use: Dusk until 8 p.m.
Night Surfing Area: The area designated on the north side of the municipal pier established for evening surfing will be 50 feet away from the Fisherman’s Restaurant, and span 250 feet seaward along the north edge of the pier. See Exhibit A.
EXHIBIT A
Attachment 2