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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2007-02-13; Beach Preservation Committee; MinutesMINUTES OF: BEACH PRESERVATION COMMITTEE DATE OF MEETING: FEBRUARY 13, 2007 TIME OF MEETING: 4:00 P.M. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 4:00 p m. ROLL CALL: Present Members: Ed Andrews, Bud Carroll, Dick Erhardt, Bill Gelfound, Mat Huff, Angela Lockhart, and Matt Rocco Absent Members None Guests. Brian Ketterer Staff: Steve Jantz and Deborah Lea APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Minutes of the January 9, 2007 meeting were approved 7-0 (Lockhart/Gelfound). 1. 2007 GOALS AND OBJECTIVES PROGRAM: The Committee discussed and approved their 2007 Goals and Objectives Program, with brief discussion on the importance of getting the word out to the public about beach nourishment and preservation. Committee member Gelfound suggested the need for a coalition between the City Council and Chamber of Commerce and creating a partnership between the Committee and City Council. The Committee discussed the assignment of specific goals and agreed on the following assignments: • Goal 1 - Matt Huff, Dick Erhardt • Goal 2 - Matt Huff, Bud Carroll • Goal 3 - Bill Gelfound « Goal 4 - Angela Lockhart, Bill Gelfound, Matt Rocco • Goal 5 - Matt Huff • Goal 6 - Bud Carroll The Committee discussed next steps in the goal process and seeking City Council assistance, including possible video production, media outlet, and brochure publications. The Committee had a general discussion on what the message needs to be and how to approach City Council. Staff member Jantz discussed a brief meeting with Public Works Director, Glenn Pruim, in regards to goal setting and how to develop goals. Committee member Gelfound briefly discussed outcome of meeting with City Manager, Ray Patchett, in regards to funding issues. Staff member Jantz requested a presentation from Committee to take to Hi-Noon Rotary meeting in June. Committee member Lockhart agreed to assist with this project. A golf course tour was discussed with Committee and agreed to be held in lieu of the March meeting and will meet at Faraday building on March 13, 2007. 2. PROGRAM/PROJECT UPDATE: » AG Mitigation Fund Project: The Committee briefly discussed upcoming City Council meeting with regards to projects and possible questions. Staff member Jantz discussed opportunity to have SANDAG take over project on a regional basis, which would require a new economic study. Committee discussed whether to take on project alone or as part of a region and who the key players are in the region. The Committee briefly discussed the outcome of the SANDAG convention and the results to the polling on beach nourishment Staff member Jantz suggested enlisting the help of SANDAG to put more of a priority on beach issues. BEACH PRESERVATION COMMITTEE Minutes of February 13, 2007 Page 2 • Staff member Jantz informed Committee on Batiquitos Lagoon dredging, with regards to permit updates and next steps to be taken Committee was also updated on Buena Vista Lagoon, notice of prep and upcoming scoping meeting • Opportunistic Sand The Committee briefly discussed direction of future funding options for project Staff member Jantz updated the Committee on permit progress and next steps to be taken in acquiring permits 3 COMMITTEE MEMBER COMMENT: The Committee discussed lack of enforcement of City ordinances and possible ways to focus attention on city and state issues Committee member Carroll informed committee of recent issue with Oceanside residents bringing their dogs to Carlsbad beaches and lack of enforcement within the city limits It was agreed that now is the time to focus on environmental issues, focus on enforcement, and re-circulate past data written by Committee member Carroll 4 PUBLIC COMMENTS: None ADJOURNMENT/NEXT MEETING By proper motion, the meeting was adjourned at 5 30 p m The next meeting of the Beach Preservation Committee will be Wednesday, March 14, 2007 at 2 00 p m in the City of Carlsbad Faraday Administration Building, Room 173-A (1635 Faraday Avenue, Carlsbad, 92008) DEBORAH1EA Office Specialist BEACH PRESERVATION COMMITTEE 2007 GOALS & OBJECTIVES MISSION STATEMENT: It shall be the Mission of the City of Carlsbad Beach Preservation Committee to advise the City Council and the City Manager on matters related to the protection and enhancement of the Carlsbad shoreline and to study the best means to maintain beaches for the optimum enjoyment of the public. GOAL 1 Recognizing the overwhelming impact the beaches have on the economic health of the city, the Committee shall do the following to encourage the city to take a more active role in the management of one of its most valuable assets: its beaches OBJECTIVES • Assist the City Council in developing a "Memorandum of Understanding" with the State of California Department of Parks and Recreation that would allow the City to take a more active role in the management of the local beaches. • Work with the staff of the California Department of Parks and Recreation to establish a Beach Management Plan with the intent of identifying current activities (ic safety programs, maintenance activities, etc.) and proposing future activities or enhancements for the improvement of the Carlsbad coastline. GOAL 2 Develop and pursue beach nourishment and shoreline protection projects OBJECTIVES • Actively participate in and monitor SANDAG's Shoreline Preservation Working Group and member cities efforts to secure funding opportunities for beach nourishment and sand ' retention. • Apply the funds from the Ag Mitigation Committee to a localized beach nourishment project. • Investigate and research various types of sand retention projects construction nationally and internationally • Pursue funding opportunities to purchase beach quality sand material for the Carlsbad Opportunistic Sand Program • Investigate opportunities to obtain local, state & federal funding, including the Army Corps of Engineers, for beach nourishment and sand retention projects • Monitor state legislation that would provide funding for beach nourishment and enhancement projects BEACH PRESERVATION COMMITTEE - 2007 GOALS & OBJECTIVES Page 2 GOAL 3 Ensure local, state and federal legislative bodies are engaged in the promotion and funding of local beaches • Meet with local, state and federal political representatives to discuss the importance of the local coastline from an environmental and economic standpoint Emphaisze the need to continue funding beach related activities such as beach replenishment, public safety, hfequards and beach enhancements • Investigate opportunities to obtain local, state and federal funding, including the Army Corps of Engineers, for beach nourishment and sand retention projects • Monitor state legislation that would provide funding for beach nourishment and enhancement projects. GOAL 4 Create and participate in public outreach opportunities OBJECTIVES • Prepare a PowerPoint presentation describing the Carlsbad beaches and the work done in the past on sand replenishment. The presentation would include data from the recently complete "Carlsbad Beach Economic Study" showing the public usage and the economic benefits the beaches provide the local community • Present the presentation to local community groups such as the Carlsbad Convention and Visitors Bureau, Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce, Carlsbad Village business groups, service clubs, etc • Prepare printed materials to inform and educate the public on the business of the Beach Preservation Committee. Participate in community fairs and other public forums to increase awareness of the beach and shoreline preservation efforts of the Beach Preservation Committee Develop a school campaign to educate children on the importance of beach and shoreline protection. Develop a Public Education Video on beach preservation and beach quality BEACH PRESERVATION COMMITTEE - 2007 GOALS & OBJECTIVES PageS GOAL 5 Maintain liaison, monitoring, and study efforts to stay current on all activities related to shoreline erosion and beach nourishment. OBJECTIVES • Monitor the activities of the San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG) Shoreline Preservation Working Group, including offshore monitoring programs and beach sand projects. • Meet and coordinate efforts with government agencies and citizen groups who are interested in beach nourishment and shoreline protection. • Support and participate in the activities of the California Shore and Beach Preservation Association (CSBPA) and other related organizations. • Monitor and comment on future Encina Power Plant activities that may have an impact on shoreline erosion including their annual and long-term program to dredge the Agua Hedionda Lagoon. Make recommendations as to placement of the dredge materials. • Monitor the future maintenance dredging of the Batiquitos Lagoon and encourage the material to be placed on Ponto Beach. • Monitor the development of the Buena Vista Lagoon Management Plan for the potential of depositing the dredged sand on the local beaches. GOAL 6 Monitor and improve sand quality as it relates to: • Storm water runoff and urban pollution; and • Organic material including dog/pet waste.