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CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE
MINUTES OF THE
BEACHES, PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
CALIFORNIA TUESDAY, APRIL 8, 2025, 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, April 8, 2025, at 6:01 p.m. at City Hall Council Chambers, located at 910 Calle Negocio, 2nd Floor, San Clemente, CA. AYSO players led the Pledge of Allegiance.
PRESENT Garcia, Grace, Johnson, Kahn, Kweskin, McCanne, Weinstein ABSENT None
STAFF PRESENT Samantha Wylie, Beaches, Parks & Recreation Director Debbie Fields, Administrative Assistant
Alexandra Gallardo, Recreation Supervisor
1. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
A. Public Health Safety-Ticks-Vector Control Presentation Presentation by Tyler Mehrbrodt, Assistant Vector Ecologist with the Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District, on tick surveillance and control.
He discussed the mission of the district, the increase in tick collection from 2022 to 2025, the methods used for tick collection, and prevention measures. A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
B. AYSO Presentation
The AYSO Region 111 U-14 girls' soccer team was recognized for their outstanding achievements during the fall 2024 season, including being invited to the AYSO National Games in July 2025.
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. February 11, 2025 Beaches, Parks and Recreation Commission Regular Meeting
Commission Meeting of February 11, 2025.
AYE: Garcia, Grace, Johnson, Kahn, Kweskin, McCanne, Weinstein NOE: None
Beaches, Parks & Recreation Commission Minutes of April 8, 2025 Page 2
3. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Patricia Holloway, a San Clemente resident, mentioned Arbor Day 2025 will be at the City of San Clemente Municipal Golf course on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm at Hole #5. The event will involve planting 15 to 20 trees with various community groups participating.
4. Recreation Activities and Events
Beaches, Parks & Recreation Director Wylie provided updates on recent and upcoming events.
5. OLD BUSINESS
None
6. NEW BUSINESS
A. Pilot Program for Temporary Community Street Banner
Alexandra Gallardo, Recreation Supervisor, discussed the proposed pilot program that would allow temporary banners at the Vista Hermosa Sports Park entrance.
Amanda Quintanilla, spoke on local advertising costs and that adding the banners would be valuable for any organization, and expressed concerns of the banners obstructing the park signs.
A motion by Commissioner Kahn, seconded by Commissioner Garcia, CARRIED 7-0 to take staff recommendation and approve a one-year pilot program to display temporary community street banners.
AYE: Garcia, Grace, Johnson, Kahn, Kweskin, McCanne, Weinstein NOE: None
B. Unsolicited Proposal - San Clemente Surf, Skate, Art & Music Hall of Fame
A report by Samantha Wylie, Beaches, Parks and Recreation Director, summarized the contents of the report which is proposing a Hall of Fame to honor surfers, skaters, artists, and musicians in San Clemente; and responded to the Commission inquiries.
The applicant, Rick Petri, discussed the proposed Hall of Fame.
Amanda Quintanilla, expressed concerns about the impact on historic buildings and the need for a well-defined proposal. Suggestions for alternative locations and the importance of maintaining the aesthetics of public spaces were made. •
Beaches, Parks & Recreation Commission Minutes of April 8, 2025 Page 3 Motion by Commissioner Garcia, seconded by Commissioner Kahn, CARRIED 7-0 to have the applicant brought back to a future meeting, once an actual non- profit is established with a mission statement and a more cohesive plan of action and execution.
AYE: Garcia, Grace, Johnson, Kahn, Kweskin, McCanne, Weinstein NOE: None
7. COMMUNICATIONS
A. Beaches, Parks & Recreation Director Report
i. Commissions & Committees Structure Update
Beaches, Parks and Recreation Director Wylie summarized the changes to the Commission structure and stated that a second reading of the new ordinance that will be going to the City Council on April 15, 2025.
Amanda, commented on combining the Commission and Committees.
Director Wylie announced that on April 26, there will be a grand opening ceremony for the new pump track; provided an update on park-related capital improvement program projects; and responded to the Commission inquiries.
8. ITEMS FROM COMMISSION
A. Subcommittee Reports
i. Aquatics Partnership Policy Subcommittee - (Garcia, McCanne) ii. Special Events Subcommittee - (Garcia, Grace)
None
ili. Funding & Sponsorships - (Johnson, Kahn)
Considering a future fundraiser for competitive sports at the Pump Track.
iv. Max Berg Plaza Park Policy - (Kahn)
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Amanda Quintanilla, commented on the Max Berg Plaza Park neighborhood meeting.
B. Items from Commissioners
i. PierPride Foundation (Grace)
Commissioner Grace stated that PierPride had a strategic plan retreat in March.
Beaches, Parks & Recreation Commission Minutes of April 8, 2025 Page 4 il. Proposed Agenda Items
Commissioner Kahn asked how to take action to get signs posted for ticks on trails and parks. Commissioner Kahn will reach out to Director Wylie to discuss further.
Commissioner Kweskin suggested that the new Commission meet every month.
Motion by Commissioner Kweskin, seconded by Commissioner Kahn, CARRIED 4-3 to create a subcommittee to address the strategic implementation plan and the issues that are contained therein and then review them and bring back a report to the next Commission meeting.
AYE: Grace, Kahn, Kweskin, Johnson
NOE: Garcia, Weinstein, McCanne
Subcommittee will consist of Commissioner Kahn and Commissioner Kweskin.
9. ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Commissioner Grace, second by Chair Weinstein, CARRIED 7-0 to adjourn at 7:48 p.m. to an adjourned regular meeting on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall Council Chambers, located at 910 Calle Negocio, 2nd Floor, San Clemente, CA.
Amil Ma ab Samashli
Chairperson of the Beaches, Parks & Beaches, Parks & Recreation Director Recreation Commission