Scheduled for consideration by the Beaches, Parks and Recreation Commission at its regular meeting on February 13, 2024.
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CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE
CITY MINUTES OF THE
BEACHES, PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
CALIFORNIA TUESDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2023, 6:00 P.M.
Chair Feuerstein called the Regular Meeting of the Beaches, Parks and Recreation Commission of the City of San Clemente to order on Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at 6:03 p.m. at the City Hall Council Chambers located at 910 Calle Negocio, San Clemente, CA. Commissioner Weinstein led the Pledge of Allegiance.
PRESENT Jennifer Elliott, Rob Feuerstein, Shari Grace, Thor Johnson, Ed Kweskin, Teri Rousseau, and Amelia Weinstein
STAFF PRESENT Samantha Wylie, Beaches, Parks and Recreation Director
1. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. October 10, 2023 Beaches, Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes
MOTION BY COMMISSIONER KWESKIN, SECOND BY COMMISSIONER JOHNSON, AND CARRIED 4-0 (Commissioners Grace, Rousseau and Weinstein were not on the Commission for the October 10, 2023 meeting), to approve the minutes of the Beaches, Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting of October 10, 2023.
3. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Susan Ambrose expressed appreciation for the diversity and experience level of the new Commissioners and commended the Director for allowing public participation.
John Tilton, representing the Pickle Ball community, expressed concern about the second gate not being open at San Gregorio. He requested a decibel check to ensure they were meeting the requirements and installation of a sign at Steed Park indicating beginners should play at San Gregorio
Andy Hall, City Manager, thanked the Commission for its service. In response to Commission questions, City Manager Hall discussed the Inflation Reduction Act application and other options for funding of charging stations. He stated staff was looking into plans for beautification at Del Mar.
Beaches, Parks & Recreation Commission Minutes of December 12, 2023 Page 2 Amanda Quintanilla addressed the Commission regarding her efforts to assist Downtown beautietion with Sandlemete Burden As commit, S meners Shed dicured wit concerns regarding safety at the San Gregorio pickleball courts.
In response to Commission questions, Beaches, Parks and Recreation Director Wylie explained plantings at Semper Fi Park and Casa Romantica and efforts to use native plants and utilize diverse plants.
4. CURRENT COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES AND UPDATES
A. Recreation Activities and Events
Samantha Wylie, Beaches, Parks and Recreation Director, provided updates on the successful Annual Pumpkin Splash and Doggie Dive, Monster Dash, Red Ribbon Week and National Night Out, Santa's Village by the Sea, Day of the Dead, and Gingerbread contest events. She announced the upcoming Sunsets with Santa event.
OLD BUSINESS
None.
6. NEW BUSINESS
A. Consideration of Playground Replacement Design at North Beach Director Wylie presented the staff report outlining the five options.
In response to Commission questions, Director Wylie discussed the survey period; adequate sand and space allocation; height of the proposed shade structures; removal of gas pump and drum in Option 3; and customizing the Surf Shack sign on Option 3.
Amanda indicated support for the design with three swings and expressed concern with people sleeping in ancillary structures.
Susan Ambrose suggested featuring marine animals with educational information.
The Commission expressed concern about sand erosion; discussed design options, cost to add swing sets; and presented their top choice.
MOTION BY COMMISSIONER WEINSTEIN, SECOND BY COMMISSIONER ROSSEAU, AND CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY, to select Playground Design No. 3 for North Beach, changing Beaches, Parks & Recreation Commission Minutes of December 12, 2023 Page 3 the swing and removing the drums, and recommend the City Council approve the installation of the proposed playground design.
COMMUNICATIONS
A. Beaches, Parks & Recreation Director Report
i. Master Plan Update
Director Wylie stated proposals for the environmental update were pending ii. Beaches, Parks & Recreation Items
Director Wylie reminded the Commission and community that the community center and aquatics center were closed between Christmas and New Year. She discussed replastering of the 50-meter pool at the aquatics center, resulting in a 6-8-week closure and impacts to classes. She stated the Commission's recommendation regarding dogs on the beach would be presented to the City Council after the New Year. She shared that the Council accepted $90,000 donation from San Clemente Aquatics Team for a new scoreboard. She announced replacement of the playground surface at San Gregorio and acknowledged Friends of San Clemente Beaches, Parks and Recreation Foundation for its $20,000 contribution.
8. ITEMS FROM COMMISSION
A. Subcommittee Reports
i. Funding and Sponsorship Committee - Feuerstein, Elliot, Johnson Chair Feuerstein discussed efforts to draft a policy for accepting donations. ii. Selection of Members - Public Affairs Subcommittee
Commissioner Kweskin explained the purpose of the Subcommittee. ili. Consideration of Establishment of "Beauty of San Clemente" Subcommittee or other Work plan item
Amanda Q reiterated her suggested to contact the San Clemente Garden Club.
MOTION BY COMMISSIONER ROUSSEAU, SECOND BY COMMISSIONER GRACE, AND CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY, to establish a Garden and Parks Beautification Subcommittee.
Director Wylie encouraged consideration of fiscal impact.
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MOTION BY COMMISSIONER ELLIOT, SECOND BY COMMISSIONER WEINSTEIN, AND CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY, to accept the resignation of Commissioner Elliott from the Funding and Scholarship Subcommittee.
MOTION BY COMMISSIONER WEINSTEIN, SECOND BY COMMISSIONER JOHNSON, AND CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY, to appoint Commissioner Rousseau to the Funding and Scholarship Subcommittee.
MOTION BY COMMISSIONER KWESKIN, SECOND BY COMMISSIONER ROUSSEAU, AND CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY, to establish a standing item for the Commissioners, through Commissioner Kweskin, to report on public affairs.
Commissioner Rousseau nominated Commissioner Weinstein, Commissioner Johnson nominated Commissioner Grace and Commissioner Elliot nominated Commissioner Johnson to serve on the Garden and Parks Beautification Subcommittee.
MOTION BY COMMISSIONER KWESKIN, SECOND BY COMMISSIONER ROUSSEAU, AND CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY, to appoint Commissioner Weinstein, Commissioner Grace and Commissioner Johnson to serve on the Garden and Parks Beautification Subcommittee.
B. Items from Commissioners
i. PierPride Foundation
Chair Feuerstein discussed the PierPride funding for the year. ii. Proposed Agenda Items
Chair Feuerstein suggested agenda items to discuss Pickleball issues and electrification of maintenance Parks Department tools, equipment and vehicles.
Commissioner Johnson requested a standing item on Council actions related to Beaches, Parks and Recreation. Director Wylie indicated she would include that information in her update.
Commissioner Johnson discussed needles on the beaches. Director Wylie stated she would provide an update at the February 2024 meeting.
MOTION BY COMMISSIONER KWESKIN, to add an agenda item regarding the skateboarding facility. The motion died due to lack of a second.
9. ADJOURNMENT
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MOTION BY COMMISSIONER ELLIOT, SECOND BY MEMBER WEINSTEIN, AND CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY, to adjourn at 7:30 p.m. to a regular meeting on Tuesday, February 13, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall Council Chambers located at 910 Calle Negocio, San Clemente, CA.
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