Marine Advisory Commission

CITY OF LONG BEACH THURSDAY, APRIL 11, 2019 MARINE ADVISORY LONG BEACH YACHT CLUB COMMISSION MINUTES 6201 APPIAN WAY, 2:30 PM David Thornburg, Chairman Ted Kuhn, Commissioner Mark Turpin, Vice Chairman Elizabeth Lambe, Commissioner Camille Daniels, Commissioner Theresa Marino, Commissioner Colin Kelly, Commissioner Tom Mayes, Commissioner FINISHED MINUTES AND AGENDA CALL TO ORDER At 2:31 pm, Chairman Thornburg called the meeting to order at the Long Beach Yacht Club. ROLL CALL Elvira Hallinan, Manager, Marine Bureau, took roll call and confirmed a quorum. Commissioners Colin Kelly, Ted Kuhn, Elizabeth Lambe, Theresa Marino, Tom Present: Mayes, Mark Turpin and David Thornburg Commissioners Camille Daniels Absent: STAFF PRESENT: Elvira Hallinan, Manager, Marinas and Beaches Cory Forrester, Superintendent, Beach Maintenance Eric Woodson, Superintendent, Marine Maintenance Tamalyn Sayre, Secretary, Marine Bureau Kimarie Vestre, Supervisor, Alamitos Bay Marina GUESTS: Melinda Cotton Chris Macy, Director, LB Sea Base Jim Corbett (SCKA) Dan Corbett (SCKA) Eric Thorson Richard Rosenthal Bob Vatz (BOA) Page 1 of 9 CITY OF LONG BEACH THURSDAY, APRIL 11, 2019 MARINE ADVISORY LONG BEACH YACHT CLUB COMMISSION MINUTES 6201 APPIAN WAY, 2:30 PM Henry Madrid Larry Goodhue Dean Zone M. McCart Anthony Domino Andrew Sevenson Anna Christensen, Sierra Club Dean Zazone Eileen Alvarado, Sierra Club APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. 19-012MA Recommendation to approve the Marine Advisory Commission minutes for the meeting held on Thursday, March 14, 2019. A motion was made by Vice Chair Turpin, seconded by Commissioner Kelly, to approve recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: 7 - Colin Kelly, Ted Kuhn, Elizabeth Lambe, Theresa Marino, Tom Mayes, Mark Turpin and David Thornburg Absent: 1 - Camille Daniels NEW BUSINESS 2. 19-015MA Recommendation to receive supporting documentation into the record, conclude the public hearing, consider the Appeal from Anthony Christopher Domino; and deny the Appeal and uphold the Marine Bureau's decision to terminate Permit No.1349183 for violation of the Long Beach Marina Rules and Regulations. (District 3) Elvira Hallinan, Manager, Marine Bureau reviewed the supporting documentation to terminate Permit No. 1349183. Page 2 of 9 CITY OF LONG BEACH THURSDAY, APRIL 11, 2019 MARINE ADVISORY LONG BEACH YACHT CLUB COMMISSION MINUTES 6201 APPIAN WAY, 2:30 PM Mr. Anthony Domino presented his appeal to the Marine Advisory Commission. Commissioner Marino spoke. Chairman Thornburg spoke. Elvira Hallinan spoke. Vice Chair Turpin spoke. Anthony Domino spoke. Commissioner Kuhn spoke. Guest Andrew Sevenson spoke. Commissioner Marino spoke. Anthony Domino spoke. Chairman Thornburg spoke. Elvira Hallinan spoke. Chairman Thornburg spoke. Anthony Domino spoke. Elvira Hallinan spoke. Chairman Thornburg spoke. Commissioner Lambe spoke. Kimarie Vestre spoke. Chairman Thornburg spoke. Elvira Hallinan spoke. Vice Chair Turpin spoke. Elvira Hallinan spoke. Chairman Thornburg spoke. Commissioner Kuhn spoke. Chairman Thornburg spoke. Anthony Domino spoke. Commissioner Kuhn spoke. Elvira Hallinan spoke. Anthony Domino spoke. Elvira Hallinan spoke. Commissioner Mayes spoke. Anthony Domino spoke. Vice Chair Turpin spoke. Anthony Domino spoke. Vice Chair Turpin spoke. Commissioner Marino spoke. A motion was made by Commissioner Kuhn to approve recommendation. The motion failed for lack of second. Page 3 of 9 CITY OF LONG BEACH THURSDAY, APRIL 11, 2019 MARINE ADVISORY LONG BEACH YACHT CLUB COMMISSION MINUTES 6201 APPIAN WAY, 2:30 PM Vice Chair Turpin requested an alternate motion: Mr. Domino may retain his slip, and is not allowed to live aboard his vessel. If Mr. Domino is discovered living aboard his vessel, his permit will be terminated by the Marine Bureau. An appeal will not be granted. Commissioner Lambe spoke. Commissioner Kelly spoke. Commissioner Marino spoke. Elvira Hallinan spoke. Commissioner Marino spoke. Kimarie Vestre spoke. Commissioner Marino spoke. Commissioner Lambe spoke. Elvira Hallinan spoke. Commissioner Kuhn spoke. Commissioner Mayes spoke. A motion was made by Vice Chair Turpin, seconded by Commissioner Lambe, to approve recommendation on the alternate motion presented by Vice Chair Turpin. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: 6 - Colin Kelly, Elizabeth Lambe, Theresa Marino, Tom Mayes, Mark Turpin and David Thornburg No: 1 - Ted Kuhn Absent: 1 - Camille Daniels 3. 19-013MA Recommend the placement locations for dedicated benches outlined in Attachment “A”. (District 3) Elvira Hallinan gave an overview on the new/replacement benches and locations. Guest Larry Goodhue mentioned he was concerned about the location of the benches at Marine Stadium. Chairman Thornburg spoke. Elvira Hallinan spoke. Page 4 of 9 CITY OF LONG BEACH THURSDAY, APRIL 11, 2019 MARINE ADVISORY LONG BEACH YACHT CLUB COMMISSION MINUTES 6201 APPIAN WAY, 2:30 PM A motion was made by Commissioner Mayes, seconded by Vice Chair Turpin, to approve recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: 7 - Colin Kelly, Ted Kuhn, Elizabeth Lambe, Theresa Marino, Tom Mayes, Mark Turpin and David Thornburg Absent: 1 - Camille Daniels MANAGER'S REPORT TO COMMISSION 4. 19-014MA Recommendation to receive and file the Manager's monthly oral updates. Marine Maintenance Eric Woodson, Superintendent, Marine Maintenance gave the following update: · Rowing Center - Trash enclosures have been refurbished. · Staff is gearing up for the annual Grand Prix. · The Marine Maintenance locker room is under construction. · Equipment Operator update was given. Commissioner Kelly spoke. Eric Woodson spoke. Elvira Hallinan spoke. Beach Maintenance Cory Forrester, Superintendent, Beach Maintenance gave the following update: · Grand Prix - Flowers have been planted at the winner’s circle and the dolphin center. · Three dump trucks are now in service. · Equipment Operator interviews are being conducted. · Restoration at the LB Sea Base was reviewed. Page 5 of 9 CITY OF LONG BEACH THURSDAY, APRIL 11, 2019 MARINE ADVISORY LONG BEACH YACHT CLUB COMMISSION MINUTES 6201 APPIAN WAY, 2:30 PM A guest spoke on the two buoys. Cory Forrester spoke. Commissioner Marino spoke. Cory Forrester spoke. Commissioner Marino spoke. Cory Forrester spoke. Elvira Hallinan spoke. Commissioner Mayes spoke. Commissioner Kelly spoke. Eric Woodson spoke. Marine Operations Elvira Hallinan, Manager, Marinas and Beaches, gave the following brief update: · The Superintendent, Marine Operations interviews will be conducted at the end of the month. · The newly implemented Marina billing system was reviewed. · The Tidelands Capital Projects staff are preparing a report on kiteboarding and recreational use for the May 9, 2019 MAC meeting. Commissioner Marino spoke on the number of rescues from the Lifeguard report. Elvira Hallinan spoke. A motion was made by Commissioner Marino, seconded by Commissioner Mayes, to approve recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: 7 - Colin Kelly, Ted Kuhn, Elizabeth Lambe, Theresa Marino, Tom Mayes, Mark Turpin and David Thornburg Absent: 1 - Camille Daniels COMMITTEE STATUS REPORTS Page 6 of 9 CITY OF LONG BEACH THURSDAY, APRIL 11, 2019 MARINE ADVISORY LONG BEACH YACHT CLUB COMMISSION MINUTES 6201 APPIAN WAY, 2:30 PM EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE David Thornburg - Chair Chairman Thornburg commented all items were reviewed at today’s meeting. Chairman Thornburg requested to have an Ad hoc meeting to review/address the concerns of the 2nd and PCH road diet. The committee is to prepare a letter for submission to the City Council. Chairman Thornburg requested that four Commissioners participate. Commissioner Mayes spoke. Elvira Hallinan spoke. Commissioner Kelly spoke. Elvira Hallinan spoke. Commissioner Marino spoke. Chairman Thornburg spoke. Commissioner Mayes spoke. Commissioner Marino spoke. Elvira Hallinan spoke. Chairman Thornburg spoke. Commissioner Mayes spoke. Commissioner Kelly spoke. Chairman Thornburg spoke. Commissioner Kelly spoke. The Ad hoc committee will include Vice Chair Turpin, Commissioner Mayes, Commissioner Kuhn and Commissioner Lambe. Elvira Hallinan proposed a MAC meeting to be held in the evening to review boat owners’ impact of Alamitos Bay parking study on parking in basins 1, 2, and 3. Public Works and Economic Development will provide a presentation and overview. Commissioner Kelly spoke. Commissioner Lambe spoke. Chairman Thornburg spoke. Commissioner Mayes spoke. Elvira Hallinan recommended to hold a MAC meeting on May 23, 2019 at 6 pm, to review boat owner’s parking in basins 1, 2, 3. The location is TBD. A motion was made by Commissioner Mayes, seconded by Commissioner Kelly, to approve the Ad Hoc meeting and to approve the recommendation to hold a MAC meeting on May Page 7 of 9 CITY OF LONG BEACH THURSDAY, APRIL 11, 2019 MARINE ADVISORY LONG BEACH YACHT CLUB COMMISSION MINUTES 6201 APPIAN WAY, 2:30 PM 23, 2019, 6 pm, to review boat owners’ parking in basins 1, 2 and 3. The motion carried by the following vote: Unanimous FINANCE COMMITTEE Mark Turpin - Vice Chair Commissioner Marino reviewed the revenue and financials. PUBLIC COMMENT Guest Bob Vatz spoke of his concerns on the traffic and parking with the new 2nd and PCH development. Guest Jim Corbett commented on the kiteboarding meeting. Mr. Corbett spoke on a public outreach program. Guest Anna Christensen, Sierra Club, spoke on the Blue Heron colony, the palm trees on Marina Drive and Marina Drive traffic. Guest Dean Zazone, thirty-year tenant, commented he was disappointed how MAC voted on Permittee No.1349183, and was a dangerous precedent to set. Mr. Zazone spoke on parking and traffic. A guest spoke on kiteboarding. Guest Melinda Cotton spoke on lifeguards, kiteboarding and the launch area. Guest Eileen Alvarado, Sierra Club commented on Marina Drive. Guest Chris Macy reviewed the harbor cleanup efforts with the LB Sea Base, and mentioned the 100th anniversary celebration of the LB Sea Scouts on April 27, 2019. COMMITTEE MEETING REMINDERS EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE – Thursday, May 2, 2019, 8:30 am Alamitos Bay Marina Office Conference Room – 205 N. Marina Drive, Long Beach Page 8 of 9 CITY OF LONG BEACH THURSDAY, APRIL 11, 2019 MARINE ADVISORY LONG BEACH YACHT CLUB COMMISSION MINUTES 6201 APPIAN WAY, 2:30 PM MARINE & BEACH MAINTENANCE / OPERATIONS COMMITTEE Thursday, May 9, 2019, 1:00 pm Long Beach Yacht Club 6201 Appian Way, Long Beach, CA 90803 NEXT MEETING The next Marine Advisory Commission meeting will be held on Thursday, May 9, 2019, 2:30 pm, at the Long Beach Yacht Club located at 6201 Appian Way, Long Beach, CA 90803. ADJOURNMENT Chairman Thornburg adjourned the meeting at 4:19 pm. Note: The City of Long Beach provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If a special accommodation is desired, please contact Elvira Hallinan, Manager of Marinas and Beaches, 48 hours prior to the Marine Advisory Commission meeting at (562) 570-3215. Page 9 of 9