Marine Advisory Commission

CITY OF LONG BEACH THURSDAY, MAY 9, 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 2:30 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 Camille Daniels, Colin Kelly, Ted Kuhn, Elizabeth Lambe, Present: Theresa Marino, Tom Mayes, Mark Turpin and David Thornburg STAFF PRESENT: Elvira Hallinan, Manager, Marinas and Beaches Cory Forrester, Superintendent, Beach Maintenance Eric Woodson, Superintendent, Marine Maintenance Kimarie Vestre, Supervisor, Alamitos Bay Marina Tamalyn Sayre, Secretary, Marine Bureau Ryan Yakus, Administrative Aide, Marine Bureau Gonzalo Medina, Lifeguard Chief, LBFD/Marine Safety Division Omar Naranjo, Lifeguard Captain, LBFD/Marine Safety Division Steven Covarubias, Special Services Officer IV, LBPD/Marine Patrol Unit Joshua Hickman, Program Manager Tidelands, Public Works Monica Dergevorgian, Capital Projects Coordinator Tidelands, Public Works Page 1 of 8 CITY OF LONG BEACH THURSDAY, MAY 9, 2019 MARINE ADVISORY LONG BEACH YACHT CLUB COMMISSION MINUTES 6201 APPIAN WAY, 2:30 PM GUESTS: Chris Macy, Director, LB Sea Base Eric Thorsen Bob Bob Vatz (BOA) Anna Christensen, Sierra Club Ann Cantrell Corliss Lee Chang Kim APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. 19-016MA Recommendation to approve the Marine Advisory Commission minutes for the meeting held on Thursday, April 11, 2019. A motion was made by Commissioner Mayes, seconded by Commissioner Daniels, to approve recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: 8 - Camille Daniels, Colin Kelly, Ted Kuhn, Elizabeth Lambe, Theresa Marino, Tom Mayes, Mark Turpin and David Thornburg NEW BUSINESS 2. 19-017MA Recommendation to receive and file the Jr. Lifeguards facility rebuild oral report presented by Tidelands Capital Projects Team. Joshua Hickman, Program Manager Tidelands, presented the Jr. Lifeguards facility rebuild project. The presentation included: · Jr. Lifeguards Overview · Site Location Requirements · Milestones · Building Rendering · Excerpt from Kiteboarders Petition · Location of new Jr. Lifeguards building Page 2 of 8 CITY OF LONG BEACH THURSDAY, MAY 9, 2019 MARINE ADVISORY LONG BEACH YACHT CLUB COMMISSION MINUTES 6201 APPIAN WAY, 2:30 PM Commissioner Marino spoke. Joshua Hickman spoke. Omar Naranjo spoke. Commissioner Lambe spoke. Joshua Hickman spoke. Commissioner Lambe spoke. Elvira Hallinan spoke. Commissioner Kelly spoke. Joshua Hickman spoke. Guest Ann Cantrell spoke on the number of Jr. Lifeguards. Omar Naranjo spoke. Guest Anna Christensen commented on the new building. A motion was made by Vice Chair Turpin, seconded by Commissioner Kuhn, to receive and file. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: 8 - Camille Daniels, Colin Kelly, Ted Kuhn, Elizabeth Lambe, Theresa Marino, Tom Mayes, Mark Turpin and David Thornburg 3. 19-021MA Recommendation to receive supporting documentation into the record, conclude the public hearing, consider the Appeal from Chang Kim; and deny the Appeal and uphold the Marine Bureau's decision to terminate Permit No.1348285 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. 1348285. Mr. Chang Kim presented his appeal to the Marine Advisory Commission. Chairman Thornburg spoke. Chang Kim spoke. Commissioner Marino spoke. Chang Kim spoke. Vice Chair Turpin spoke. Chang Kim spoke. Vice Chair Turpin spoke. Chang Kim spoke. Chairman Thornburg spoke. Page 3 of 8 CITY OF LONG BEACH THURSDAY, MAY 9, 2019 MARINE ADVISORY LONG BEACH YACHT CLUB COMMISSION MINUTES 6201 APPIAN WAY, 2:30 PM Vice Chair Turpin spoke. Elvira Hallinan spoke. Chang Kim spoke. Elvira Hallinan spoke. Commissioner Lambe spoke Commissioner Mayes spoke. Chang Kim spoke. Commissioner Marino spoke. Chairman Thornburg spoke. Chang Kim spoke. A motion was made by Commissioner Mayes, seconded by Commissioner Kuhn, to approve recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: 7 - Camille Daniels, Colin Kelly, Ted Kuhn, Elizabeth Lambe, Tom Mayes, Mark Turpin and David Thornburg Abstain: 1 - Theresa Marino 4. 19-020MA Recommendation to receive and file the Commission’s Ad hoc committee letter to approve the Mayor and City Council regarding the Marina Drive Road Diet. Commissioner Marino spoke. Guest Ann Cantrell offered a handout to the Commissioners. Ms. Cantrell spoke on the Heron nests on Marina Drive. Commissioner Mayes spoke. Guest Anna Christensen spoke on the Coastal Commission meeting. Ms. Christensen commented she felt Parks and Recreation, and the California Fish and Wildlife were not kept in the loop on the decisions being made. Guest Corliss Lee spoke on Melinda Cotton’s behalf regarding Ms. Cotton’s recent appeal. Commissioner Mayes read the conclusion portion of the committee letter to the public. A motion was made by Vice Chair Turpin, seconded by Commissioner Kuhn, to receive and file. The motion carried by the following vote: Page 4 of 8 CITY OF LONG BEACH THURSDAY, MAY 9, 2019 MARINE ADVISORY LONG BEACH YACHT CLUB COMMISSION MINUTES 6201 APPIAN WAY, 2:30 PM Yes: 8 - Camille Daniels, Colin Kelly, Ted Kuhn, Elizabeth Lambe, Theresa Marino, Tom Mayes, Mark Turpin and David Thornburg 5. 19-018MA 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. A motion was made by Commissioner Daniels, seconded by Commissioner Marino, to approve recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: 8 - Camille Daniels, Colin Kelly, Ted Kuhn, Elizabeth Lambe, Theresa Marino, Tom Mayes, Mark Turpin and David Thornburg MANAGER'S REPORT TO COMMISSION 6. 19-019MA Recommendation to receive and file the Manager's monthly oral updates. LBPD- Marine Patrol Unit Update Steven Covarubias, Special Services Officer, gave the following brief update: · The new Marine Sergeant will be announced in the near future. · Reminded the public to contact Marine Patrol if they see something suspicious. Chairman Thornburg spoke. Commissioner Mayes spoke. LBFD- Marine Safety/Lifeguards Update Omar Naranjo, Lifeguard Captain, gave the following update: Page 5 of 8 CITY OF LONG BEACH THURSDAY, MAY 9, 2019 MARINE ADVISORY LONG BEACH YACHT CLUB COMMISSION MINUTES 6201 APPIAN WAY, 2:30 PM · The Wibit in Bayshore was reviewed. The play structure will be positioned in the bay on May 15, 2019. Sonar will be used to monitor safety. · Rookie Academy update. · Reviewed “See Something, Say Something”. Beach Maintenance Cory Forrester, Superintendent, Beach Maintenance gave the following update: · Five new staff will begin work on Monday. · Completed Grand Prix, a successful event. · All debris has been removed from the beaches. · Current south swells were reviewed. · Preparation for Memorial weekend. · Improvements on landscape. Commissioner Kelly spoke. Cory Forrester spoke. Commissioner Marino spoke. Chairman Thornburg spoke. Cory Forrester spoke. Commissioner Kelly spoke. Elvira Hallinan spoke. Chairman Thornburg spoke. Commissioner Kelly spoke. Elvira Hallinan spoke. Commissioner Lambe spoke. Marine Maintenance Eric Woodson, Superintendent, Marine Maintenance gave the following brief update: · The faded signs in Colorado Lagoon have been replaced. · The Marine Maintenance locker room is almost completed. · Lighting at Granada. Chairman Thornburg spoke. Page 6 of 8 CITY OF LONG BEACH THURSDAY, MAY 9, 2019 MARINE ADVISORY LONG BEACH YACHT CLUB COMMISSION MINUTES 6201 APPIAN WAY, 2:30 PM A motion was made by Commissioner Mayes, seconded by Commissioner Marino, to approve recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: 8 - Camille Daniels, Colin Kelly, Ted Kuhn, Elizabeth Lambe, Theresa Marino, Tom Mayes, Mark Turpin and David Thornburg COMMITTEE STATUS REPORTS EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE David Thornburg - Chair Chairman Thornburg commented all items were reviewed at today’s meeting except for the hearing meeting. MARINE AND BEACH MAINTENANCE / OPERATIONS COMMITTEE Tom Mayes - Chair Commissioner Mayes commented all items were discussed at today’s meeting. PUBLIC COMMENT Guest Anna Christensen spoke on the ongoing pesticide debate, and tree ordinance. Ms. Christensen thanked the MAC Commission for setting up the “Special Meeting” scheduled on May 23, 2019. COMMITTEE MEETING REMINDERS EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE – Thursday, June 6, 2019, 8:30 am Alamitos Bay Marina Office Conference Room – 205 N. Marina Drive, Long Beach TIDELANDS CAPITAL PROJECTS COMMITTEE - Thursday, June 13, 2019, 1:00 pm Long Beach Yacht Club - 6201 Appian Way, Long Beach Page 7 of 8 CITY OF LONG BEACH THURSDAY, MAY 9, 2019 MARINE ADVISORY LONG BEACH YACHT CLUB COMMISSION MINUTES 6201 APPIAN WAY, 2:30 PM NEXT MEETING The next Marine Advisory Commission meeting will be held on Thursday, June 13, 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 3:53 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 8 of 8