SAN CLEN
CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE
CITY MINUTES OF THE
BEACHES, PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
CALIFORNIA TUESDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2024, 6:00 P.M.
Chair Weinstein called the Regular Meeting of the Beaches, Parks and Recreation Commission of the City of San Clemente to order on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. at the City Hall Council Chambers located at 910 Calle Negocio, San Clemente, CA. Commissioner Garcia led the Pledge of Allegiance.
PRESENT Garcia, Johnson, Kahn, Kweskin, Weinstein
ABSENT Grace, McCanne
Commissioner Kweskin left the dais at 6:07 p.m.
STAFF PRESENT Samantha Wylie, Beaches, Parks and Recreation Director
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. October 8, 2024 Beaches, Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes Motion by Commissioner Garcia, seconded by Chair Weinstein, CARRIED 5-0, Commissioners Grace and McCanne absent, to approve the minutes of the Beaches, Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting of October 8, 2024.
AYE: Garcia, Johnson, Kahn, Kweskin, Weinstein
NOE: None
Absent: Grace, McCanne
2. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
None.
3. CURRENT COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES AND UPDATES
A. Recreation Activities and Events
Samantha Wylie updated the recent recreation activities, including National Night Out, Red Ribbon Week, Monster Dash, Dia de los Muertos, Doggie Dive, Santa's Village by the Sea & Gingerbread contest, and Sunset's with Santa.
4. OLD BUSINESS
None.
Beaches, Parks & Recreation Commission Minutes of December 17, 2024 Page 2
5. New Business
A. Riviera Beach Access Improvements
A report by Principal Civil Engineer Amir Ilkhanipour concerning Riviera Beach access improvements, CIP Project No. 14195, draft concept plan review and approval.
Stephanie with Terrain Integration presented the plans for the Riviera Beach Access improvements.
Melissa Brooks, San Clemente resident, questioned why this project terminated the stairs and slope. There is slope erosion, the railing is rusted, and overgrowth overflows drainage. She also suggested getting with the Coastal Commission to find out what their expectations are.
John Dorey, San Clemente resident, mentioned bike racks are not needed; the design will block off an access point from the side of his property to the walkway.
Pete Van Nuys, e-bikes are not bicycles, e-bikes should not be allowed to invade pedestrian space.
Wendy Morris, San Clemente resident, says that if a bike rack is put at the top of the walkway, where will the emergency vehicles park? The project is a waste of money.
Bill Morris, San Clemente resident, is opposed to having any changes made to the walkway.
Lynn Van Nuys, do not prioritize bikes over people. Keep the area for people only.
Barry Fast, San Clemente resident, questioned what the other beach accesses have for e-bikes. It is a pedestrian walkway to the beach and trail, not bikes.
Commissioners either individually or in agreement commented on the following:
• Maximum capacity of bikes should be considered.
• Adding additional bike racks may be excessive given the limited days that there are issues with congestion.
Parking of bikes/e-bikes becomes an enforcement issue
Renovation of stairs and rails should be further considered Motion by Vice Chair Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Kahn, CARRIED 4-0, Grace, Kweskin, McCanne absent, to eliminate the project.
AYE: Garcia, Johnson, Kahn, Weinstein
NOE: None
Absent: Grace, Kweskin, McCanne
Beaches, Parks & Recreation Commission Minutes of December 17, 2024 Page 3 B. Review of the "Management Study of Maintenance Services" Report Agendized by Commissioner Kweskin, with the support of Commissioner Kahn and Commissioner McCanne at the October 8, 2024 City Council meeting.
Staff recommends that the Beaches, Parks & Recreation Commission review the recommendations provided for in the Administrative Report of the Management Study of Maintenance Services dated April 28, 2014.
Motion by Commissioner Kweskin seconded by Vice Chair Johnson, CARRIED 5-0, Commissioners Grace, McCanne absent, to move Item 6B to the next regular scheduled meeting on February 11, 2025.
AYE: Garcia, Johnson, Kahn, Kweskin, Weinstein
NOE: None
Absent: Grace, McCanne
6. COMMUNICATIONS
A. Beaches, Parks & Recreation Director Report
Samantha Wylie, Beaches, Parks & Recreation Director, provided information on the pump track project, the recent change in closing the Pickleball courts at San Gorgonio per Council direction, holiday pool hour adjustments, and closures of all City facilities beginning December 25.
7. ITEMS FROM COMMISSION
B. Subcommittee Reports
i. Aquatics Partnership Policy Subcommittee - Garcia, McCanne Commissioner Garcia reported that they met with Director Wylie and Aquatics Supervisor Carrie Brill. They are still reviewing the policies.
ii. Special Events Subcommittee - Garcia, Grace
Commissioner Garcia stated no update.
ili. Funding & Sponsorships - Johnson, Kahn
Commissioner Kahn reported that they are exploring a competitive sporting event to raise money for the City; looking for local competitors; the goal is to partner with the Friends of San Clemente Beaches, Parks & Recreation Foundation.
C. Items from Commissioners
i. PierPride Foundation
None
ii. Proposed Agenda Items
None
Beaches, Parks & Recreation Commission Minutes of December 17, 2024 Page 4
8. ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Commissioner Garcia seconded by Chair Weinstein, CARRIED 4-0, Commissioners Grace, Kweskin, McCanne absent, to adjourn at 7:19 p.m. to a regular meeting on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall Council Chambers located at 910 Calle Negocio, San Clemente, CA.
mul Meekilen Samachlie
hairperson of the Beaches, Parks & Beaches, Parks & Recreation Director Recreation Commission