HomeMy WebLinkAbout2013-08-27; City Council; 21354; Authorizing Development of Garden Calavera HillsCITY OF CARLSBAD - AGENDA BILL
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AUTHORIZING DEVELOPMENT OF A COMMUNITY
GARDEN IN A SEGMENT OF CALAVERA HILLS
COMMUNITY PARK & APPROPRIATING FUNDS
DEPT. DIRECTOR
CITY ATTY.
CITY MGR.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Adopt Resolution No. 2013-220 authorizing the development of a community garden within the
southeast segment of Calavera Hills Community Park, and appropriate funding for its devetopment.
ITEM EXPLANATION:
The city's existing Harold E. Smerdu Community Garden, established in 1984 has provided gardening
opportunities for plot holders for almost 30 years. Interest in additional community gardening
opportunities in Carlsbad has grown over the past several years with the waiting list for a vacant plot at
the existing community garden currently averaging three years and one hundred residents.
On May 15, 2012, parks & recreation staff provided the city council with an update on operational
changes at the existing Harold E. Smerdu Community Garden and reported on the increased public
interest in having additional community gardens within the city. In addition, several residents spoke in
support of additional community gardens, inctuding members ofthe Carlsbad Community Gardens
Collaborative (CCGC) - a local non-profit group working to create a network of community gardens and
garden-sharing resources throughout the City of Carlsbad. The council directed staff to pursue
exploration of one additional community garden site with CCGC members, and then to return with
options for the potential new garden's development and operation (Exhibit 2).
Staff and CCGC members toured several city owned properties to evaluate the feasibility of siting a new
community garden. A concept plan was created for a .5 acre community garden within the southeastern
end of Calavera Hills Community Park (Exhibit 3). The focus was on converting a small under-utilized
passive turf segment (Exhibit 4). The segment would be cleared for the development of a community
garden, consisting of approximately 26 raised planter beds for lease to individuals, as well as selective
community planter beds and trees (Exhibit 5). Other elements ofthis community garden would include
irrigation, compost bins, benches and a group picnic area where educational classes on gardening and
similar small gatherings could be held. Additionat development would include construction of perimeter
fencing/gates for controlled access (Exhibit 6).
In June, 2013, staff noticed residents within 600' of Calavera Hilts Park of a community garden
informational meeting to be held on July 8, 2013 (Exhibit 7). The staff hosted meeting was attended by
residents, Smerdu Community Garden Committee, and the CCGC.
DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Kyle Lancaster 760-434-2941, Kyle.Lancaster@carlsbadca.gov
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The interest in an additional community garden was discussed, and the concept plan was presented.
Staff invited the residents to provide input on this item prior to its presentation to the parks & recreation
commission on July 15, 2013, and the city council on July 16, 2013. Comments from residents in
attendance at the community meeting ranged from neutral to very supportive of converting the
proposed segment ofthe park into a community garden.
On July 15, 2013, the parks & recreation commission voted to support staff's recommendation that the
city council approve converting the proposed segment of Calavera Hills Community Park into a
community garden (Exhibit 8). Specifically, staff recommended - and the commission supported - that
the cost for development of the community garden [$80,000] should be funded by the city and the
operations be conducted in accordance with the new Smerdu model [no increase to the parks
maintenance operations budget].
On July 16, 2013, city council voted to approve staff's recommendation in regard to the community
garden, but did not adopt a resolution at that time. The attached City Council Resolution (Exhibit 1)
reflects the action the City Council took at their July 16, 2013 Workshop. Further, City Council directed
staff to develop and work with the community garden stakeholders on a long term plan for a self-
sustaining maintenance and operations model to be used for all future community gardens. Once
developed, staff wilt present the new self-sustaining model to the City Council for their consideration.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Staff recommends the $80,000 for development costs ofthe community garden be appropriated from
the Parks and Recreation Department - contingency account and transferred to the parks maintenance -
miscetlaneous supplies account. Most ofthe tasks to develop the community garden witl be
accomplished by parks maintenance staff. Thus, the majority ofthe costs are expected to be for
materials/supplies.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT;
Pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21065, this action does not constitute a "project" within the
meaning of CEQA in that it has no potential to cause either a direct physical change in the environment,
or a reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment, and therefore does not require
environmental review.
EXHIBITS:
1. Resolution No. 2013-220 authorizing the development of a community garden within the
southeast segment of Calavera Hills Community Park, and appropriate funding for its devetopment.
2. Minutes of city council workshop held on May 15, 2012
3. Calavera Hilts Community Park location map
4. Photo - segment of Calavera Hilts Community Park to be developed as a community garden
5. Photo - examples of raised planter beds/ADA accessible planter beds
6. Community garden concept plan
7. Informational meeting notice sent to residents within 600' of Calavera Hills Community Park
8. Summary report of parks & recreation commission meeting held on July 15, 2013
9. Draft Minutes of City Council Workshop held on July 16, 2013. 2
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2 A RESOLUTION OF THE CtTY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD,
CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING DEVELOPMENT OF A COMMUNITY
GARDEN IN A SEGMENT OF CALAVERA HILLS COMMUNITY PARK,
4 AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS
WHEREAS, the city's existing Harold E. Smerdu Community Garden, estabtished in 1984,
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8 WHEREAS, the waiting list for a vacant plot at the existing community garden is
^ currently averaging three years and one hundred residents; and
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WHEREAS, on May 15, 2012, council directed staff to pursue exploration of one
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community garden site with members ofthe CaHsbad Community Gardens Collaborative; and
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WHEREAS, staff and the CCGC subsequently created a concept plan for a .5 acre
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15 WHEREAS, in June, 2013, staff noticed residents within 600' of Calavera Hills Park of a
community garden informational meeting to be held on July 8, 2013; and
WHEREAS, comments from residents at that informational meeting ranged from neutral
to very supportive of converting the proposed segment of park into a community garden; and
WHEREAS, on July 15, 2013, parks & recreation commission voted to support staff's
21 recommendation in regard to the devetopment and operation of a new community garden; and
22 WHEREAS, on July 16, 2013, the city council voted to approve staff's recommendation in
regard to the development and operation of a new community garden;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Cartsbad,
California, as follows that:
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1. The above recitations are true and correct.
2. The devetopment of a community garden within the southeast end of Calavera
Hilts Community Park is authorized.
3. Funding in the amount of $80,000 for development costs is appropriated from
Parks and Recreation Department-contingency account, and transferred to parks
maintenance-miscellaneous supplies account.
4. Operation of the community garden witl be conducted in accordance with the
new Smerdu model, with no increase to the current parks maintenance operations
budget that is used to maintain the parkland the community garden wilt be located
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PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Regular Meeting ofthe City Council ofthe City
of Carlsbad on the 27*^ day of August, 2013, by the fotlowing vote to wit:
AYES:
NOES:
Council Members Halt, Packard, Wood, Blackburn and Douglas.
None.
ABSENT: None.
ATTEST:
BARBARA ENGLESONftity Clerk
Exhibit ^
MINUTES
SPECIAL MEETING: CITY COUNDL WORKSHOP
DATE: May 15,2012
TIME: 10:00 AM
PLACE: CITY ADMINISTRATION BUiLDING, ROOM 173A, 1635 FARADAY
The Mayor called the meeting to order on May 15,2012 at 10:00 a.m. Present: Halt, Kulchin, Packard,
Blackburn and Douglas.
REGIONAL REPORTS
Blackburn: No Report.
Kulchin: No Report.
Packard: No Report.
Douglas: No Report.
Hall: Mayor Halt noted that SANDAG will be holding hearings that may result in the reduction of tolls on
I-125.
Public Comment: Gretchen Ashton spoke about the difficulties in getting the Community Gardens
Presentation scheduled for Council review.
Presentation and Discussion of the goals addressing the Council's Strategic Focus Areas and the follow
up actions from the Council Planning Session held on January 17,2012.
Presenter Strategic Goals
Kathy Dodson, Economic Development Manager Create Quality Jobs in New Economy
Cynthia Haas, Deputy City Manager Sustainable Organization
Gary Barberio, Community & Economic Development Director Balancing Land Use with Change
Chris Hazeltine, Parks and Recreation Director Changing P&R Needs
Skip Hamman, Transportation Director Complete Streets
John Coates, Assistant City Manager Next Generation of Community Leaders
Greg Herman, Management Analyst Other Key Projects
Special Meeting Workshop, May 15,2012
Each goal was presented with details regarding description, start, completion, and status.
• Council concurred that the details regarding Citywide open space be presented in a clear,
publicized message.
• Council directed staff to develop a workshop regarding ''Community Leadership Devetopmenf
and to return with data regarding City sponsorship/support of non-profit events.
Staff Update on Community Gardens In Carlsbad
Public Comment: Gretchen Ashton, Lisa Roop, Judy Jacobi, Patrice Smerdu, Christine Bevelaqua, Eric
Larsen, Ray Pearson, Diane Hollister and Mr. and Mrs. Eckfield all spoke in support ofthe City moving
forward on the establishment of more community gardens.
Mayor Hall called a recess at 11:56 a.m. and he and all Council Members returned at 12:05 p.m.
Chris Hazeltine, Director of Parks and Recreation gave the staff report.
• Council directed staff to move forward in the determination of potential sites for a Community
Garden/s.
The fotlowing documents were distributed for this item and are on fite in the Office of the City Clerk.
Pamphlet entitled Carisbad Community Gardens.
Memo from Council Secretary Kira Lindberg, to Council, dated May 14,2012, with seven e-mails
stating support of Community Gardens.
Power Point Presentation on "Update on Community Gardens" May 15,2012, Director Chris
Hazeltine.
Letter and Presentation from the Carlsbad Community Gardens Collaborative ''Growing
Together to Create a Sustainable Carisbad", May 8,2012.
Basic Elements of CaHsbad City Policy regarding Community Gardens, Garden News Highlights,
pictures/schematics of garden plots. May 15, 2012, provided by Helen and Richard Nlelson-
Eckfield.
Presentation from Staff regarding the Building industry Association's (BIA) request to defer payment
of Impact fees.
Gary Barberio, Director of Community and Economic Development, gave the presentation.
Public Comment: Borre Winckel, Gary Feiiien, Jim Schimd, Dave Song, CW Stockwith, Scott Brusseau,
Lori Carpenter and Michel McSweeney spoke in favor of deferring payment of impact fees.
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Speciai Meeting Workshop, May 15,2012
The foiiowing documents were distnbuted for this item and are on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
• Memo and Presentation by Gary Barberio, Director of Community and Economic Devetopment,
"Deferral of Development Impact Fees" May 15,2012 and "BIA Request to Defer Impact Fees"
March 7,2012.
• Packet of Materials from BIA regarding Impact Fee Deferment.
• Council concurred to ask staff to return with data on each impact fee.
Discussion of Council Effectiveness.
Mayor Hall asked that Council consider the following guidelines regarding employee compensation on
the Regional Boards that they serve on: Pay for performance, salary surveys and fairness.
• Council agreed to consider these general guidelines.
Mayor Hall adjourned the meeting at 2:00 p.m.
MTalne 1^. Wood, CMC
City Clerk
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Community Garden Concept Plan
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City of Carlsbad Parks & Recreation
Park Planning Division
June 2013
Drawn by: L. Ketabian
Community Garden
Informational Meeting
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CARLSBAD
Informational Meeting
Monday, juiy 8
6 to 7 p.m.
Calavera Hills
Community Park
The City of Carlsbad is working in partnership with the
Carlsbad Community Gardens Collaborative to explore
bringing a new community garden to a currently
underutilized piece of land at the south end of Calavera
Hills Community Park.
Community gardens are places where people can rent small
plots of land to plant, grow and harvest their own fruits and
vegetables, as well as other plants. They are also places where
school children and others can come learn about growing local
crops. This concept is in keeping with the City of Carlsbad
Parks & Recreation Department's mission of providing places
and activities that support a healthy active lifestyle for our
community.
We are inviting park neighbors to come learn about what is
being considered and provide input prior to the City Council
making a decision about this project.
Monday, juiy 8 6 to 7 p.m.
Calavera Hills Community Park
Community Center, Activity Room
If you are interested in this topic but are unable to attend the
meeting, please call Kyle Lancaster, parks superintendent, at
760-434-2941.
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CITY OF
^ CARLSBAD Memorandum
July 15, 2013
To: Mayor Hall
Mayor Pro Tem Packard
City Council Members Blackburn, Douglas, and Wood
From: Kristie Young, Office Specialist
Via: Chris Hazeltine, Parks & Recreation Director
Sue Spickard, Recreation Services Manager
Re: Summary ofthe Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting of July 15,2013
ROLL CALL
Present: Chairperson Proulx, Commissioners Craig, Martyns, Simons, Rudick Stein, Meenes, and Withatt
Absent: None
ANNOUNCEMENTS
None.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
By proper motion, the minutes ofthe Parks & Recreation Commission special meeting of April 15, 2013 and
the May 20, 2013 regular meeting were approved.
April 15, 2013 Minutes - Approved 4-0-0-3 (Commissioners Martyns, Rudick Stein, and Whithait abstained)
May 20, 2013 Minutes - Approved 6-0-0-1 (Commissioner Craig abstained)
PRESENTATION
None.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. AB# 0713-1 COMMISSION SUMMARY REPORT - (ACTION)
The Commission accepted and approved the Summary Reports ofthe April 15, 2013 Parks &
Recreation Commission special meeting and the May 20, 2013 regular meeting.
April 15, 2013 Summary Report - Approved 4-0-0-3 (Commissioners Martyns, Rudick Stein, and
Whithait abstained)
May 20, 2013 Summary Report - Approved 6-0-0-1 (Commissioner Craig abstained)
PUBUC OPEN FORUM
Patrice Smerdu, a Carlsbad resident and member ofthe Carlsbad Community Gardens
Collaborative, addressed the Commission on the achievements ofthe current Community
Garden.
DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS
2. AB # 0713-2 DEPARTMENT REPORT - (ACTION)
The Commission received a report on recentiy completed and upcoming Parks and Recreation
activities, donations and grants, as well as other topics of locat interest.
Approved 7-0-0-0
3. AB # 0713-3 COMMUNITY GARDEN SECOND LOCATION - (ACTION)
The Commission received a report and concept plan on estabtishing a community garden at
Calavera Hills Community Park.
Parks 8i Recreation
799 Pine Ave., Suite 200 I Carlsbad, CA 92008 I 760-434-2826 I 760-434-5088 fax I www.carlsbadca.gov | ^
Patrice Smerdu, Lisa Roop, and Daymienne Deem, all Carlsbad residents, addressed the
Commission regarding their interest in a second Community Garden location.
Approved 7-0-0-0
cc: City Manager Department Directors
Assistant City Manager Boards & Commission Liaisons
Parks & Recreation Commissioners
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MINUTES
MEETING OF: CITY OF CARLSBAD CITY COUNCIL
DATE: July 16,2013
TIME: 9:00 A.M.
PLACE: 1635 Faraday Avenue, Room 173A, Carisbad, CA 92008
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Hall called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.
ROLL CALL was taken by the City Clerk as follows:
Present: Hall, Packard, Blackburn, Wood.
Absent: Douglas.
CONSENT CALENDAR; None
REGIONAL REPORTS: None
1. AB #21.298- COMMUNITY GARDEN
The City Manager, John Coates, introduced Mr. Hazeltine, Parks and Recreation Director. Mr.
Hazeltine provided the power point presentation (copies on file in the City Clerk's office) and led
the discussion on the proposed Community Garden to be constructed on an existing site located
within Calavera Community Park.
PUBLIC COMMENT: Five citizens spoke in favor of the Community Garden: Daymienne Deem, Patrice
Smerdu, Lisa Roop, Jay Klopfenstein, and Ed Scarpelli (on behalf of the Rotary Clubs ofCarlsbad).
Mayor Hall asked Mr. Scarpelli if the Rotary Clubs would be willing to absorb some ofthe costs to
develop and maintain the garden and Mr. Scarpelli responded that members are witling to help with the
design and construction, they have spoken to a Lowe's representative and they agreed they would be
willing to help with manpower. No specifics as to what Lowe's might provide were given.
Questions and answers centered around outreach to the community, locat school's student body
participation, and what can be expected from organizations and/or community members and leaders to
help support and eventually fully fund the garden in the near future.
Mayor Hall made several comments suggesting that a group such as the CaHsbad Community Gardens
Collaborative (CCGC) could evolve to take on a leadership role in the maintenance, outreach, and
funding requirements ofthis community garden. Mayor Hall cited other similar organizations, such as
the Carlsbad Visitors Bureau and Sister Cities whose operational and fiscal obligations gradually became
self-sufficient.
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Councilmember Wood noted many ofthe advantages provided through community gardens, including;
education, recreation, healthy nutrition, community connectivity, intergenerational interaction, and the
opportunity to assist charitable organizations, such as Brother Bennos, with food donations. She added
that a concern would be water use/conservation.
Mayor Hall directed Parks and Recreation staff to develop a plan to promote a group, such as the CCGC,
to eventually assume the leadership role, so that future gardens will not require the city contribution
being presented to Council for approval for this garden. Further, to develop a plan to promote the
future sustainability for this garden. Mayor Halt noted that community groups could approach locat
companies, such as Lowe's and Home Depot to lend support.
Mayor Pro Tem Packard requested a promotion to schools, including faith based schools, to expand the
outreach and create opportunities for support and partnerships be scheduled on a future agenda.
Mr. Hazeltine added that staff can continue with the needs assessment for both the existing community
garden and the proposed garden and will proceed with a more comprehensive plan to achieve cost
recovery. City manager, John Coates, requested staff to present this plan in approximately 90 days.
ACTION: On a motion bv Mavor Halt, council approved AB #21-298. Model C. ("New Smerdu Model").
AYES: Hall. Packard. Wood. Blackburn
NOES: None
ABSENT: Douglas
2. AB #21.299 - PET ADOPTION AND ANIMAL ADVOCACY
City Manager, John Coates, introduced Fiona Everett, Management Analyst, CaHsbad Police
Department and Harold Holmes, Deputy Director, County of San Diego Department of Animal Services.
Ms. Everett began the power point presentation (copies on file in the City Clerk's office) addressing how
the City of Carlsbad currently handles animal control. On page 2 ofthe power point, Ms. Everett noted
response time benchmarks are one hour for priority 1 calls and 72 hours for priority 2 calls.
Mr. Holmes presented the next component and noted that The Department of Animal Services has over
500 volunteers and partners with 25 rescue organizations, all of whom must meet stringent standards
and are also subject to inspections.
Councilmember Blackburn asked how many cats and dogs can the Carisbad shelter house and what
percentage of the time is the shelter at or beyond capacity? Mr. Holmes responded that the shelter's
capacity is 250 animals, but he did not have the percentage figures immediately available. Further
discussion included the variables associated with how long an animal may be in the shelter and what
steps are taken to secure a home for animals prior to euthanasia. The city and the county reach out to
rescue organizations and foster programs whenever possible to place animals prior to euthanasia,
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however, often these facilities are also at capacity and foster programs are restricted from housing no
more than a specific number of dogs by city ordinances. Carisbad's animal control ordinance allows for
no more than three dogs per residence. The county has a limit of six per residence.
Councilmember Blackburn asked if Carisbad increased the limit to four dogs per residence, and
specifically restricted the fourth to be a foster placement, would that alleviate some ofthe stressors
currently on foster providers? Mr. Holmes stated he thought it would help.
PUBLIC COMMENT: One resident spoke in opposition to establishing an ordinance restricting retail
sales of animals. Joyce Newberry, owner of California Pets located in the Westfield Shopping Malt. Ms.
Newberry provided a handout, "California Pets - Westfield Plaza Camino Real" (copies on fite in the City
Clerk's office). Three residents spoke in favor; Valerie Ashton, founder of "Upward Dog Rescue", John
Van Zante, spokesperson for Rancho Coastal Humane Society located in Encinitas, and Gina McBride.
Ms. Newberry reviewed her handout and answered questions from City Council. Councilmember Wood
asked if California Pets audits their breeders and Councilmember Blackburn asked how many providers
do they use? Ms. Newberry responded yes, they do audit their breeders and responded they have five
or six providers.
Councitmember Blackburn would like four items to be addressed as they pertain to this agenda bilt:
1. Open parks one day per year for adoption events.
2. Utilize a facility, such as the former "Farmer's Buiiding" for organizations such as the "Spay and
Neuter Animal Program" (SNAP is a fully equipped mobile surgical center) to provide spay and
neuter services.
3. Allow animal rescue groups to take more animals - increasing the number of dogs per
household to 4 and requiring the fourth addition be acquired from legitimate foster placement
organizations.
4. Discontinue the retail sales of animals in Carisbad. This would include cats, dogs, and rabbits.
Councilmember Wood agreed that some underutilized space could host much needed spay and neuter
services and the use of community parks to promote adoption on occasional weekends would be
beneficial. These two animal advocacy items also reflect well on the City ofCarlsbad and may also serve
as a resource to provide education about animal care and licensing in addition to the spay/neuter and
adoption benefits.
Mayor Pro Tem Packard would tike to know how many dogs per household neighboring cities ordinances
allow. Mayor Hall would like to know the number of animal complaints received in Carlsbad.
Mayor Hall suggested Council not proceed at this time on item three until further information is
obtained.
ACTION: Council agreed to bring items three and four back to council at the Julv 23.2013 regular
meeting.
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staff was directed to proceed with a plan to be presented to Council for animal adoption events and
spav and neuter events.
3. AB #21-300 - PRIVATE CORPORATE MARKETING SPONSORSHIPS AND PARTNERSHIPS
Kristina Ray, Communications Manager, introduced Mr. Dan Buchanan of'The Active Network" and Ms.
Ray proceeded with the power point presentation (copies on file in the City Clerk's office). Ms. Ray
noted on page 7, creating long term relationships equals increased revenue and decreased
administrative costs. Staff recommended starting with the first two opportunities on page 8 and
introducing the last two opportunities at a later date. Ms. Ray further noted that vending rights could
require a specific percentage of healthy choices be offered.
Councilmember Blackburn expressed concern about the aesthetics ofthe advertisements and Ms. Ray
responded that guidetines would be developed according to what the Council desires.
Mayor Hall recalled that years ago "Jazz in The Park" allowed banners advertising tocat businesses.
ACTION: Council directed staff, including the citv's legal department, to devetop guidelines to be
presented to Council at a later date.
4. AB -#21-301 - QUARTERLY CITY COUNCIL PRIORITY PROJECTS UPDATE
City Manager, John Coates, introduced Greg Hermann, Assistant to the City Manager. Mr. Hermann
announced this document in its entirety is available on the city website under the City Council link (copy
on file in the City Clerk's office). Chris Hazeltine, Parks and Recreation Director, noted on page 38 that
the fee schedule for the aquatic center has been presented to the community. The new aquatic
supervisor position has been narrowed down to four candidates and staff is close to the final selection.
Skip Hammann, Transportation Director, updated Council on the Carlsbad Coastal Corridor. Biological,
environmental, traffic, and other technological studies are underway. Interviews with stakeholders,
meetings/consultations with other community groups, notably "The Native American Organization"
have been and continue to be held. Mr. Hammann further reported the State and the City are working
well together and this partnership will be beneficial to both parties. The complexity ofthis project is
clear and staff is taking all possibte steps to ensure nothing is overlooked that may result in any delays.
Mayor Hall announced that Council is wilting to provide any necessary resources to accomplish the goal
ofthis project according to the timeline established. Mr. Hammann confirmed the Environmental
Review Process has been pushed out a couple of weeks, but due to extensive outreach conducted by
staff, he expects the process to move along more smoothly than it may have otherwise, allowing them
to make up these two weeks.
Mayor Hall asked if there were any other questions and Mayor Pro Tem Packard requested Mr.
Hermann provide the funding details referenced on page 18.
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Mayor Hall praised Mr. Coates for the outstanding job that has been done on the Council priority
projects and requested that he extend his praise to att employees who have worked on these projects.
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS: None.
CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS: None.
ANNOUNCEMENTS: None.
ADJOURNMENT: By proper motion, the Regular Meeting of July 16, 2013 was adjourned at 11:53 a.m.
Barbara Engleson
City Clerk