SAN CLEA
CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE
ENTE MINUTES OF THE
BEACHES, PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
CALIFORNIA TUESDAY, APRIL 9, 2024, 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, April 9, 2024, at 6:02 p.m. at the City Hall Council Chambers located at 910 Calle Negocio, San Clemente, CA. Commissioner Rousseau led the Pledge of Allegiance.
PRESENT Jennifer Elliott, Chair Rob Feuerstein, Shari Grace, Thor Johnson, Chair Pro Tem Ed Kweskin, Teri Rousseau, and Amelia Weinstein
STAFF PRESENT Samantha Wylie, Beaches, Parks and Recreation Director
1. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
None.
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. February 13, 2024 Beaches, Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes Chair Pro Tem Kweskin suggested amending City Manager Hall's comment on Page 1 to indicate the railroad right of way retaining wall was 50 feet on either side of the center line of the track.
MOTION BY COMMISSIONER ELLIOT, SECOND BY COMMISSIONER GRACE, AND CARRIED 7-0, to approve the minutes of the Beaches, Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting of February 13, 2024, as amended.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
None.
4. CURRENT COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES AND UPDATES
A. Recreation Activities and Events
Samantha Wylie, Beaches, Parks and Recreation Director, provided an update on the successful San Clemente Day Fishing Derby, and Springtacular. She reminded the • Beaches, Parks & Recreation Commission Minutes of April 9, 2024 Page 2 Commission of the Cinco De Mayo Fiesta on May 4, at Max Berg Plaza Park, and Memorial Day Observance on May 27.
OLD BUSINESS
None.
NEW BUSINESS
A. Art on Public Property Review - San Clemente Lifeguard Sculpture Director Wylie presented the staff report.
Greg Hulsizer, President of the San Clemente Lifeguard and Junior Lifeguard Foundation, presented a slide show outlining the purpose and services of the Foundation; partnerships with community groups and businesses; proposed sculpture and potential locations; examples of the Bill Limebrook's work; similar sculptures; support by community organizations; and requested support.
Larry Moore, Vice President of the San Clemente Lifeguard and Junior Lifeguard Foundation, provided history of lifeguard services in the City, and San Clemente surfers.
Chair Pro Tem Kweskin suggested the City Council be included on the plaque.
In response to Commission questions, Director Wylie explained the proposed locations and staff's recommendation; and required review by the Coastal Commission.
Mr. Hulsizer indicated they would work with the City on the best location. He stated they had discussed the project with Pier Pride but he was unsure of their timeline, and their goal was installation by late 2025, early 2026. He discussed the intent for as many people to see and interact with the sculpture as possible.
Bill Limebrook, artist, discussed his preferred location and indicated the sculpture would be strong and anticipated it would be interactive.
Chair Feuerstein expressed concerned regarding view protection and safety of the platform.
MOTION BY CHAIR PRO TEM KWESKIN, SECOND BY COMMISSIONER ROUSSEAU, AND CARRIED 4-3, COMMISSIONERS WEINSTEIN, GRACE AND ELLIOT DISSENTING, to support the project and yellow flag location.
•Beaches, Parks & Recreation Commission Minutes of April 9, 2024 Page 3 B. Consideration of Establishing a Partnership between the Hawaiian Surf Club and the City of San Clemente
Director Wylie presented the staff report.
In response to Commission questions, Director Wylie confirmed that the partnership was consistent with policy and with arrangements made with other organizations; agreement would be for five years with option to extend; and community benefits of the club.
MOTION BY COMMISSIONER ELLIOT, SECOND BY COMMISSIONER WEINSTEIN, AND CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY, to recommend the City Council approve a partnership agreement fee waiver of all rental fees, not to exceed $1,245, associated with the annual Polynesian Festival and Luau hosted by the Hawaiian Surf Club of San Onofre.
C. Consideration of Establishing a Pilot Program to Allow Dog Access on City Beaches Director Wylie presented the staff report.
In response to Commission questions, Director Wylie discussed waste stations; purpose of the pilot program; enforcement and feedback; pending response from risk management and insurance authority; completion of initial study; and proposed location based on accessibility.
Stephanie Curry, San Clemente, discussed her use of the Beach Trail; presented photographs of use of the beach and trail in the morning hours; and indicated support for allowing dogs on the beach.
The Commission discussed the proposed pilot project and expressed concern about Pier area, dog waste, signage and policing.
MOTION BY COMMISSIONER JOHNSON, SECOND BY CHAIR PRO TEM KWESKIN, to allow dog access on select City-owned beaches including North Beach - Tower 12 to Tower 14 and T Street to South of City Beach; permit dogs on city beaches before 8 a.m. and after 6 p.m. between Memorial Day and Labor Day, and from dawn to 10 a.m. and after 4 p.m. from Labor Day to Memorial Day; Dogs must be licensed; owners must pick up waste; Prohibit loitering with dogs; and establish a one-year pilot program from the date of adoption/municipal code amendment.
The Commission discussed the proposed motion including concerns about allowing dogs off leash, and seasonal hours.
AMENDED BY COMMISSIONER JOHNSON AND CHAIR PRO TEM KWESKIN ACCEPTED THE AMENDMENT to retain Dogs must be on a 6' or shorter leash at all times. • • Beaches, Parks & Recreation Commission Minutes of April 9, 2024 Page 4.
The Commission expressed concern about public use on T Street, allowing dogs in the water, signage, enforcement, and dog waste.
FRIENDLY AMENDMENT BY CHAIR FEUERSTEIN, ACCEPTED BY COMMISSIONER JOHNSON AND CHAIR PTO TEM KWESKIN, to allow dog access on South T Street from Tower 7 to Tower 9.
THE QUESTION WAS CALLED AND THE MOTION CARRIED 4-3, COMMISSIONERS WEINSTEIN, GRACE AND ELLIOT DISSENTING.
COMMUNICATIONS
A. Beaches, Parks & Recreation Director Report
i. Master Plan Update - Richard T. Steed Park
Director Wylie indicated that staff and the consultant were working on the environmental analysis on the pickleball courts. She discussed upcoming Council consideration of pickleball usage fees at Steed Park and Council approval of the sponsorship, donation policy recommended by the Commission.
In response to Commission questions, Director Wylie clarified that staff was proposing fees for all pickleball courts, with the purpose of better regulation of court usage. She stated fees would be collected online through the recreation software and both San Gregorio and Steed Park would be staffed. She explained the stall of the four other master plans and specific plans. li. Beaches, Parks & Recreation Items
8. ITEMS FROM COMMISSION
A. Subcommittee Reports
i. Funding and Sponsorship Committee - Feuerstein, Elliot, Johnson Chair Feuerstein summarized the Committee's focus on obtaining funds for playground updates.
Commissioner Elliot discussed Friends of San Clemente donations and sponsorships.
ii. "Beautify San Clemente" Subcommittee - Grace, Johnson, Weinstein • Beaches, Parks & Recreation Commission Minutes of April 9, 2024 Page 5 Commissioner Johnson stated the subcommittee met on March 1 and discussed budget and financing, potential partnerships and projects, and delegation of tasks.
Commissioner Grace indicated she had provided the information to Mayor Pro Tem Enmeier and Councilmember Duncan and she announced Arbor Day on April
27. B. Items from Commissioners
i. PierPride Foundation - Feuerstein
Chair Feuerstein discussed the recent Pier Pride meeting at which the Avenida Victoria project was discussed and he announced upcoming Pier Pride events. ii. Public Affairs - Kweskin
Chair Pro Tem Kweskin stated legislation was still in committee. He discussed his plan to go to Sacramento.
ili. Proposed Agenda Items
Chair Pro Tem Kweskin reiterated Commissioner Rousseau's recommendation to consider trail maintenance and "Goats Pass." He requested consideration of the recreation amenities for older residents, specifically beach exercise equipment, and maintenance of baseball fields.
Chair Feuerstein stated beach equipment was in the Commission's workplan and suggested a subcommittee.
Chair Feuerstein announced that Councilmember Duncan was the Commission's liaison. He announced upcoming interviews and appointments for commission members and indicated he would not be reapplying.
Commissioner Elliott announced that the San Clemente Chamber awarded the Friends of San Clemente as non-profit of the year.
ADJOURNMENT
MOTION BY COMMISSIONER WEINSTEIN, SECOND BY MEMBER JOHNSON, AND CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY, to adjourn at 7:51 p.m. to a regular meeting on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall Council Chambers located at 910 Calle Negocio, San Clemente, • Beaches, Parks & Recreation Commission Minutes of April 9, 2024 Page 6 LaterAtor Namastufi
Chairperson of the Beaches, Parks & Beaches, Parks & Recreation Director Recreation Commission
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