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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1985-03-18; Parks & Recreation Commission; Minutes (2)MINUTfco MEETING OF: DATE OF MEETING: TIME OF MEETING: PLACE OF MEETING: PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION March 18, 1985 5:00 p.m. City Council Chambers COMMISSIONERS CALL TO ORDER; The meeting was called to order by Chairman Wright at 5:01 p.m. ROLL CALL; Present - Chairman Wright, Commissioners Conti, Dahlquist, Donovan, Morrison, Popovich and Regan. Council Liaison Pettine. Absent - None. Staff: Dave Bradstreet, Director of Parks and Recreation Marsha Payne, AAII Chris Salomons, Community Redevelopment Manager PUBLIC OPEN FORUM; There was no one present for the Open Forum. APPROVAL OF MINUTES; The Minutes of the February 25, 1985, meeting were approved as presented. APPROVAL OF AGENDA The following additions were made to the Agenda: Chairman Wright added: A. Stagecoach/Calavera Update. B. Track Meet Representation. C. Signage (requested by Commissioner Dahlquist). D. Control of Lagoon Land. E. Study Plans on Park Planning Issues. F. update on Joint School District/City Committee. Commissioner Donovan added: G. Annual Plant Exchange - Los Altos. H. Update on Committee Planning Spanish wild West Park at Carrillo Ranch. Commissioner Regan added: I. How Prop H affects Stagecoach and Calavera Parks. Commission approved the Agenda as amended. Wright Conti Dahlquist Donovan Morrison Popovich Regan Wright Conti Dahlquist Donovan Morrison Popovich Regan MINUTfco Page 2 March 18, 1985 COMMISSIONERS APPOINT SCRIBE; Commissioner Morrison was appointed Scribe for this meeting. UNFINISHED BUSINESS; A. Cannon Lake Park Mr. Joel H. Prescott, 5431 Los Robles Drive, addressed the Commission, stating he would like to purchase the Cannon Lake property to build a self- storage facility. He added he would also consider a long-term lease on the property.. Mr. Prescott explained the type of structure he proposed to build on the land and in answer to query, stated he would be willing to have an appraisal of the property made, if the negotiations reached that stage. Chairman Wright said this matter would come up on Item G on the Agenda—regarding the legality of selling land donated or willed as park land. He suggested the Park Site and Facility Ccranittee be split into two, with Commissioners Regan and Conti studying the Larwin site and Commissioners Popovich and Dahlquist studying the Cannon Lake proposal. Item 7A was referred to the Conmittee for study and conference with Mr. Prescott. (His telephone number: 438-4684) B. Calavera Hills - Community Park - Phase II Dave Bradstreet, Parks & Recreation Director, reported the City had received $145,000 from the 1984 Bond Act. He commented that a number of cities did not get any grant funds from this source, and Carlsbad will use those grant funds for Phase II of Calavera Hills Park. C. Hoberti Z'Berg Grant Funding Dave Bradstreet explained Attachment C and the three recommended projects for the Robert! Z'Berg Grant funding. Commissioner Dahlquist requested Larwin Park be added as Item 4. Mr. Bradstreet explained that if Item 1 were selected—Calavera Hills Park—he would recommend the money be used to offset the overall cost of the park. Hie same would be true for Stagecoach Park. Marsha Backlund-Payne explained that the City had three years in which to spend that money, but the project must be designated now. Commission adopted recommendation #3: Improvement of upper level of La Costa Canyon Park, i.e., landscaping, irrigation, picnic area, asphalt, path ways, for the grant monies received through the Roberti Z'Berg program in the amount of $19,993.00. Wright Conti Dahlquist Donovan Morrison Popovich Regan MINUTEo Page 3 March 18, 1985 COMMISSIONERS D. Dredging of Agua Hedionda Lagoon Marsha Backlund-Payne used a wall map to indicate the dredging area of the Lagoon, stating the sand bar is larger than shown on the map. The City wanted to dredge the entire Lagoon, but it was not oast effective. Also, the eel grass will have to be relocated. This is a recreational project according to the Corps of Engineers, and the City will be responsible for 50 percent of the cost. The EIR will be paid for by the Corps of Engineers. Commissioner Donovan expressed the opinion that there should be a "ftgua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation" for this lagoon similar to the other lagoons, and Mr. Bradstreet said the difference is that this lagoon is owned by SDG&E and leased to the City. E. Scribe Report Chairman Wright reported the Mayor had not responded to the February Scribe Report as yet. F. Parks s Recreation Commission Retreat Dave Bradstreet announced three new possible dates for the Retreat, and the consensus of the Commission was to set the Retreat for May 11, 1985. G. Park Land to be Sold, Exchanged or Traded Commissioner Conti stated he felt a legal opinion was necessary before anything was done about selling/trading park land. Dave Bradstreet referred to Attachment F, and reported as follows: SELL/TRADE Cannon Lake Park — has been referred to the Committee Fuerte Park — under development Larwin Park — under study Occidental Park — could be sold, and has been sold and the money collected Hosp Grove — recommended to be kept as passive neighborhood park San Marcos Creek — La Costa agreement update — have traded that for Alga Norte Levante Canyon/Lot — city Council has agreed to look into selling or however the Conmission wishes to use the lot. Alta Mira — Dave Bradstreet is working with the homeowners to use for gardening or pitch-and- putt golf course. All facilities listed under Rehabilitation have been rehabilitated. " ' MINUTt, page 4 March 18, 1985 COMMISSIONERS H. Samnis Property Development Dave Bradstreet reported he will meet with Mr. Briggs of Sammis Properties to discuss the soccer field on the north shore of Batiquitos Laqoon, as proposed by them. NEW BUSINESS; A. Relocation of Granary to Magee Park Chris Salomone, Community Redevelopment Manager, reported the granary building at the Twin Inns is a movable building and the primary suggestion is to move this building to Magee Park. He called attention to a wall chart showing the placement of buildings in Magee Park and the three alternatives for placing the granary building. Mr. Salonone stated the City and the Historical Society would pay the cost of moving the building, which would be approximately $2,000. The Rotary Club and the Art League would refurbish the structure. The building could he used for displaying art work and/or other community projects. In answer to a question regarding the impact to parking in the park, it was determined that there is a provision for using the church lot and the Lutheran Home for overflow parking. Marge Howard-Jones of the Historical Society said the building has historical significance to the City, and they would like to see it preserved. She added the Vxild" in the memorandum stating the City and Historical Society would pay the cost of moving the building should be changed to tould". Dave Bradstreet pointed out the three alternative locations for placing the granary in the Park and stated Alternative 11 was the preferred spot. He reminded the Commission that the granary did not necessarily have to be placed in Magee Park; that there are other locations available, and the B item on the Agenda would address that. Commission accepted the granary building on the Twin Inns property as part of the Parks and Recreation facilities. The Commission urged Chris Salomone to proceed with finding funding for the moving and refurbishing of this granary. Discussion followed, with Commissioner Morrison asking about the condition of the structure. 1 Wright Conti Dahlquist Donovan Morrison Popovich Regan MINUTE, Page 5 March 18, 1985 COMMISSIONERS Marty Orenyak, Building and Planning Director, stated the building was movable, and gave the size of the building as approximately 25 feet by 25 feet. He stated the building would need a foundation and a new roof. He reiterated what Mr. Salomone stated in his memorandum that the work would be done according to Building Department Standards. Marge Howard-Jones stated that the idea was to get permission to put the building on park land—that was the only thing being asked of the Commission. Except for part of the moving expense, the costs of rehabilitating and other work will be done with community money. She stated this building has a lot of wall space and would be excellent for displaying art work. Commissioner Regan asked whether this was the only building to be moved from the Twin Inns site, and Marge Howard-Jones answered the log cabin, which was the gardener's cottage, was also a historical building. Commission agreed to allow the granary building from the Twin Inns property to be placed in Magee Park at the spot designated as Alternative 11. Commissioner Donovan asked for Magee Park to be placed on the Agenda for discussion at another time. This would be with reference to the number of buildings to be placed there. Commissioner Regan commented the City Council is considering adding an Arts Element to the General Plan of the City, and she felt this use by the Art League would tie in with that. B. Donation of Land for Park Site Chris Salomone introduced Mr. Doug Avis, who proposed the donation of approximately nine acres on the west side of El Camino Real just south of the County Store to the City for use as a historic * site park, with buildings to be moved there to form a passive park. Mr. Avis said the log cabin on the Twin Inns property was built from wood from property they plan to develop, and he would like to move the cabin back there for a historic building. Mr. Avis felt the City might not want the entire nine acres, since part of it is a biological area and will probably need to be open space. Dave Bradstreet had photographs of the parcel of land Mr. Avis was offering to the City, and part of the land is flat and very usable. Wright Conti Dahlquist Donovan Morrison Popovich Regan MINUTEo Page 6 March 18, 1985 COMMISSIONERS Commission accepted the nine-acre parcel of land offered by Mr. Avis as a special use park, as long as it has no bearing on the developer's obligation for park-in-lieu or acreage fees. COUNCIL REPORT; Council Member Pettine stated he had no report at this time. COMMITTEE REPORTS; Chairman Wright announced, with Dave Bradstreet confirming this, that any Committee within the Commission must have a maximum of three Members in order to be legal. It was agreed that the Park Site and Facility Committee would be assigned projects with no more than three Members working on any one project. A. Budget Committee 1. Analysis of the Budget Commissioner Popovich gave the report on the budget, stating it had been gone over item by item, and it was identical to last year with the only exceptions being additional equipment to replace the worn out equipment and four additional positions and safety equipment for those employees. He stated the $15,000 was needed for a modular unit. Commissioner Regan stated the modular unit and the additional manpower were badly needed. She recommended the Commission urge Council to provide the modular building as requested and the four additional employees. 2. Transient Occupancy Tax Commissioner Popovich reported this meeting has not been set up at the present time. B. Special Program Committee 1. Ski Tournaments on Aqua Hedionda Lagoon Commissioner Dahlquist referred to her report dated March 15, 1985, and read the four conditions listed. She stated these conditions are the same as in the past. Commission accepted the report of the Special Projects Committee on Bristol Cove Boat and Ski Club Ski Tournaments, as presented. Wright Conti Dahlquist Donovan Morrison Popovich Regan Wright Conti Dahlquist Donovan Morrison Popovich Regan MINUTt, Page 7 March 18, 1985 COMMISSIONERS C. School District Liaison 1. Encinitas Commissioner Regan distributed copies of her report on her meeting with Mr. Don Lindstrom, Superintendent of the Encinitas School District. One chanqe was noted in the report: Levante School is scheduled to open July, 198<>. D. Park Site and Facility Planning 1. Larwin Commissioner Regan gave the report on this item, stating the homeowners from that area will be at the next meeting of this Commission, and they want something done to the graded area which the developer donated to the City as a park. They are not in favor of an assessment district for the maintenance of this area, but something must be done to that area. Dave Bradstreet stated that neighborhood parks are to be put in by the developer and then maintained by the homeowners for their own use. The consensus of opinion of the Commissioners was that the City should demand those parks be installed by the developer and not allow this to be done part way, and then abandoned. E. Recreation Survey Chairman Wright said this Committee had four Members, and he would drop out of the Committee, leaving Commissioners Conti, Dahlquist and Morrison. Since all Members have not seen the survey results, a meeting will be scheduled to formulate a report for the next Commission meeting. Commissioner Conti commented the results of the survey were interesting, in that the results did not indicate the tremendous need and desire for ballfields that has been indicated. Chairman Wright added to this, stating the private organizations have to use other means to get their fields, rather than expecting the City to provide them. In other cities, those organizations either buy or lease land from companies for their fields. The survey indicated that the majority of the citizens do not want to lose the park areas and don't want every open area made into a ballfield. The private organizations usually own and maintain their own fields in other cities. Dave Bradstreet commented that the school district thinks the programs scheduled at their fields are City programs, and they are not—they are private organizations. The private organizations tell the City if they don't offer those programs, the City would have to. Therefore, they are doing the City a favor. 7 MINUTto Page 8 March 18, 1985 COMMISSIONERS Mr. Bradstreet concluded, stating Parks and Recreation would have to decide where they want to go in the future. Turning everything into ballfields because of the need by private groups is not good park planning for the future. DIRECTOR'S REPORT! Chairman Wright called attention to two track meets, one this Saturday at Carlsbad High School and one the 30th of March at Levante, and asked for a volunteer to represent the Commission at each meet. Comnissioner Dahlquist volunteered to attend the meet this coming Saturday, March 23, and Commissisoner Donovan will attend the Levante meet on March 30. The volunteers were asked to be there at 9:45 a.m., with the meets starting at 10:00 a.m. ADDITIONAL BUSINESS; A. Stagecoach Park Dave Bradstreet reported the consultant and staff is working on the designs for this park; one with the riparian area in and one with it out. Calavera Hills Dave Bradstreet said there would be a report at Council tomorrow on this park. They hope they will be presented with the deed for the other acreage. The grading will be done in the entire area, with development in the southern section first and a pad for a gym in the center. B. Track Meet Representation This was taken up under the Director's Report. C. Signage Commissioner Dahlquist clarified her request, stating this was the signage to be placed for access ways. Mr. Bradstreet said he would follow this up and bring back a report. D. Control of Lagoon Land Commissioner Dahlquist suggested buying the land around the Agua Hedionda Lagoon, and making it a park forever. Dave Bradstreet answered that it is owned by SD3SE and the City has a lease for the use of the water. Comnissioner Conti stated the only way to accomplish that is to have the State take over the lagoon. Then they can control the land around the lagoon. MINUTfco Page 9 March 18, 1985 COMMISSIONERS Chairman Wright suggested a letter be drafted to the State people stating the Commission's concern. The consensus of the Commission was to voice this concern. Commissioner Dahlquist volunteered to draft such a letter. E. Study Plan on Park Planning Issues Dave Bradstreet handed out copies of this report, and told the Commissioners to study it and call him to discuss it. F. Update on Joint School District/City Committee Dave Bradstreet reported on the Carlsbad High School educational park and the Calavera Hills elementary school development. G. Annual Plant Exchange . Commissioner Donovan read a newspaper article about the plant exchange at Los Altos. Mr. Bradstreet will research this further. H. Update on Spanish Wild West Park at Carrillo Ranch Commissioner Donovan asked about the authenticity of an article regarding a committee set up to plan a Spanish Wild West Park at Carrillo Ranch. Dave Bradstreet explained that a gentleman was to make a proposal and report, but he had obviously gotten carried away with the proposal he had made. I. How Prop H Affects Stagecoach/Calavera Hills Parks Commissioner Regan asked whether these parks would be affected by Prop H and Dave Bradstreet explained the City's position, stating any fees that are other than taxpayers' money are considered exempt from Prop H, which includes the fees used to build the parks. ADJODRtMEOT; By proper motion, the meeting of March 18, 1985, was adjourned at 8:06 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Harriett Babbitt Minutes Clerk Copy of letter from the Spinnaker Point Homeowners Greenbelt Committee 2673 Vancouver Street Carlsbad, CA 92008 March 8, 1985 Robert Allan, President Standard Pacific of San Diego 7920 Claremont Mesa Blvd. San Diego, CA. 92111 Dear Mr. Allan: We have formed a committee of concerned residents here at Spinnaker Point to deal with what we feel is a very serious problem. Specifically, this problem is related to the graded 4.4 acre portion of what you show on your tract map as a "City Park Site", with an entry between lots 15 and 16. In comparing notes, we found most persons were led to believe that this area was going to be turned into a small park after your storage units were removed. Had we suspected otherwise, most of us would not have bought in this development. The problem came to light recently when an article in a local paper announced that the Carlsbad Parks & Recreation committee was considering the building of ball fields in various areas, including the Larwin Special Use Area, the area your company donated to the city. The committee turned that area down as being too costly ($215,000), and unsuitable. They also noted that it is against city policy to invest in "vest-pocket" parks. I am enclosing a newspaper report of that meeting. We were curious as to what the city intended to do with that parcel, now that the matter of the ball field was laid to rest. We were informed once again of the city's policy not to develop small recreational areas. The disposition of this area will remain in doubt for years to come. That policy, they pointed out, was published in 1982, and is a matter of public record to all developers in the city. In view of this, we are faced with "inheriting" an area that soon will become an EYESORE for both of us, and decrease the value of our property. Unsightly weeds are beginning to grow, and there is evidence of dumping in the canyon. These along with other perils present a serious health and safety hazard. ATTACHMENT A Robert Allan, President March 8, 1985 Page 2 Our committee is asking your cooperation in resolving this mutual problem. We would like you to consider placing a low fence around the perimeter of the canyon, and across the entry (except for an opening for pedestrians). We would be most pleased if you would create a green belt in that area, much as you have near the entry of the development. Grass, random trees and a sprinkler system to water the greenery would round out the improvements we are asking for. We feel that our request, as outlined herein, is quite modest. It would provide both of us with an asset that is in keeping with the general beauty you have created for the common grounds here. Our membership is scheduled to appear before the Parks & Recreation Commission Monday evening, March 18, at the council chambers. We invite your attendance and participation. Meanwhile, should you care to discuss this matter, please call me at 729-1162. Respectfully yours, a. Fred A. Norman, Sr. Spinnaker Point Homeowners Greenbelt Committee Members: Fred Norman, Chairman Dole Burkman Edward Bekas, Vice-Chairman Cecil Briscoe James Coward Robert Shipman Alyn Loyd Charles Macklin Joseph Castillo Arthur Wood Dr. Albert Huerta Russell Cannon Marvin Elsheimer April 5, 1985 TO: PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION FROM: Park Site and Facilities Planning Committee LARWIN RECOMMENDED ACTION The Committee is recommending the Parks and Recreation Commission approve the request to have the City assume the maintenance responsibilities for the Larwin green belt after it is developed by Standard Pacific. This recommendation will then be forwarded to the City Council. BACKGROUND Property owners adjacent to the eastern section of the Larwin open space area have approached the City. They have requested a portion of the 22.3 acre site be developed into a passive green belt and maintained by the City. This subject parcel, known as "Larwin" was dedicated incrementally to the City from developers as part of their Park-in-Lieu requirement for a proposed park during the '70s. The previous Element recommended that this area be developed as a Community Park. In 1982, however, the new Park Master Plan recommended that this parcel be sold, exchanged, or traded because it was no suitable for parks purposes. Homeowners in the area have been led to believe by sales staff that a park-like green belt would be developed by the City. The Homeowners have a commitment from the Standard Pacific Development Company to develop the site at their own expense. This will include the eastern portion of the subject property. They will install a small turf area, fences, walkways, automatic sprinklers, and hydroseed the majority of the graded area with drought-tolerant, native plant material. ALTERNATIVES 1. City declare site as open space with no development. 2. City develop and maintain a portion of the site. 3. Standard Pacific develop a portion of the property as per City standards and a Homeowners Association be established to maintain the landscaped area. 4. Standard Pacific develop a portion of the property and the City assume the maintenance responsibilities. MAINTENANCE COSTS The City maintenance costs are $13,000 annually. HN CONTI, Committee Chair kaw APRIL 3, 1985 TO: PARKS & RECREATION DIRECTOR FROM: Parks Superintendent MAINTENANCE COSTS FOR PROPOSED (LARWIN) PARK Maintenance of the 4+ acres of park land adjacent to the Standard Pacific Development (CT 74-4) will cost the City approximately $12,750 per year. This cost is given in 1985 dollars. The costs are based on the following: Labor - 6 hrs/wk x 52 x $9.50/hr x 35% overhead = Administration Overhead @ 25% = Water - $250/month for turf $125/month for landscape = Misc. Supplies; fertilizer, soil amendment, pesticides, replacement plant material, repairs Irrigation - repair & replacement Vehicle & Equipment Costs A) Gasoline & oil B) Capital outlay C) Amortization $4,000 1,000 4,500 2,000 750 750 $13.000 DOUG BUNCANSON ^RECEIVED M«* ? 51935 PRESIDENT MR. JEAN RENE WESTFALL. A.S.A. ANTIQUES 4 FINE ARTS STERLING ASIAN ARTS VICE PRESIDENT PHILIP J. WESTFALL. G.I.A. DIAMONDS 4 JEWELRY J. R. Westfall & Sons P.O . Box No. 3377, Escondido, CA 92025 (619)741-1080 OFFICE OF THE MAYOR CITY OF CARLSBAD Date: March 22, 1985 1200 ELM AVE. CARLSBAD, CALIF. 92008 ATTN: MS. MARY CASLER, MAYOR Dear Ms. Casler: I have decided to bow out of the Leo Carrillo Wild West Park project. I had made up my mind, that before I went before the Carlsbad Parks and Recreation commission, that I would have to have to obtain the enthusiastic support of both .the Chamber of Commerce, and the Historical Society. I find that I have failed to evoke any positive response from Mr. Yuvanian at the Chamber, and as you can see from the enclosure, the Historical Society states: "...this motion clearly does not provide you with the specific support you sought...." I thank everybody that we contacted for their courtesy. Both the Chamber of Commerce, and the Historical Society are each a $100 richer, and my offer of the Carrillo organ still stands with the one condition that a home for it be found within 30 days. Probably the Carrillo living room is the best place since all it harbors right now is a billiard table. If anybody wants to contact Montie Montana directly, I am sure he still is interested. Write Montie Montana P.O. Box 2777, Canyon Country, Ca. 91351. Or you can phone 805-268-1687. Also, Supervisor Paul Eckert is still interested in serving as an advisor if anybody (perhaps a City Council Member) wants to take on this project. With enough horsepower, this Wild West Park could still become a reality. It is a good use of the property; is perfect from an environmental impact standpoint; and would provide recreational benefits for generations to come. It is pitiful that 8 acres was sold off, but maybe DAON could be persuaded to loan it back. Anyway, thanks and good luck to all the good folks of Carlsbad. Very respectfully, J. R. Westfa! ATTACHMENT Ccc: Historical Society, Chamber of Commerce, City Council, & Parks theCarlsbad HistoricalSociety* Post Office Box 252 Carlsbad, Ca. 92008 March 5, 1985 Mrt Jean Rene Westfall P.O. Box 1005 Carlsbad, CA 92008 Dear Mr. Westfall: On behalf of the Carlsbad Historical Society, I want to thank you for taking the time to come to our meeting and for presenting your proposal for a wild west park at Carrillo Hanch. We all share your interest in preserving the original rancho and its Spanish California architecture, even though it does not date back to the authentic period. We also recognize the significance of the Leo Carrillo connection and hope that memorabilia from his estate will be a part of some future museum display. The Historical Society,' however, does not choose at this time to endorse any particular venture without official city support and involvement. The following motion was passed at our general meeting of February 26, 1985: "The Carlsbad Historical Society supports the active use of Carrillo Park for the purpose of preserving the original rancho. This use may include commercial ventures as long as they preserve the historical and architectural integrity of the site. The Carlsbad Historical Society does not endorse the plans of any particular enterprise or person." While this motion clearly does not provide you with the specific support you sought, we appreciate your personal regard for Leo Carrillo and for the oarly California era he recreated at frfae rancho. Sincerely yours, Geoffrey Armour President Carlsbad Historical Society cc: Chamber of Commerce City Council »7 RECEIVhd Ar i 3 1985 CARLSBAD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE POST OFFICE BOX 1605 CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA 92008 (619)729-5924 DOUGLAS A. YAVANIAN EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT April 1, 1985 Mr. J.R. Westfall J.R. Westfall & Sons Post Office Box 3377 Escondido, CA 92025 Dear Mr. Westfall: I must say, that I was surprised and confused by your attitude in your recent letter to Mayor Mary Casler. I don't believe there is an indi- vidual in Carlsbad that you have talked to, including our City Manager, Director of Parks and Recreation, Historical Society or the Chamber that doesn't agree that the concept is an interesting one. However, we all may have a better understanding than you, of the procedures which need to be followed to see such projects to fruition. As I suggested to you in our last conversation, the first step must be taken by you, at your expense, to develop a formal proposal for presen- tation to the appropriate city agency and commission. Unfortunately, the Chamber cannot deal with abstracts or endorse what might virtually amount to a dream, at this point. We, also, believe that historical preservation is a key component to the health and welfare of Carlsbad's development. I appreciated your willingness to join the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce. However, not to the extent that we might have been used as an endorsing organization. If you wish to have your investment in our program of work refunded, please advise. Sincerely, Douglas'A. Yavanian Executive Vice President DAY:jls c: Mayor Mary Casler Frank Aleshire, City Manager Marje Howard-Jones " Historical Society fflERI -AVIS A California General Partnership March 25, 1985 Mr. David Bradstreet Director of Parks and Recreation City of Carlsbad 1200 Elm Avenue Carlsbad, California 92008 Dear Mr. Bradstreet, Thank you for your cooperation and efforts leading up to the March 18, 1985, Parks and Recreation Commission meeting. At that meeting, the Commission took an action at our request regarding a possible dedication of 9+ acres to the City to be used as park land. It is my understanding that the Commission voted to do the following: A) They would accept the deciation of the land at some point after tentative map approval. B) The land would be used for a special project/ Greenbelt Park, similar to Magee Park. C) The land would be partially used for historical buildings from the Aqua-Hedionda area. D) If the dedication is accepted, there may be no consideration for park-in-leu fees. Based upon the Commission's action, our master plan will show the area discussed, as a city park showing the uses mentioned above. At some time in the future, I may be in touch with your office to ask the Commission or a committee thereof to make comment on our park plan. ATTACHMENT D 11300 Sorrento Valley Road • Suite 101 • San Diego, California 92121 619/457-0777 619/942-0946 If for any reason the Commission's action was other than I have outlined in this communication, please let me know at your earliest convenience. Again, thank you for your courtesy. Best regards, !>oug Avis DMA/j sp 1200 ELM AVENUE • /FWJ • TELEPHONE CARLSBAD, CA 92008-1989 ^^WjTM <619> 438'5571 Cttp of Cartebab PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT April 8, 1985 Dear May we enlist your support, and your leadership, in preserving Agua Hedionda Lagoon for the people of the state of California? The lagoon and surrounding land offer an opportunity for far- sighted leaders to establish a State Aquatic Park. This would preserve a rare coastal setting for our citizens to enjoy forever. Up to this time, the lagoon has remained relatively unspoiled by development; however, if we are to keep it this way, we must begin our efforts to save the area immediately. Batiquitos Lagoon to the south is owned and will be developed by the Hunt brothers. Buena Vista Lagoon to the north has been given to the birds. Let's save Agua Hedionda for all the people! This letter is to elicit statements of interest from people such as yourself, who might be willing to carry this effort to fruition. We would like to use your name and position in establishing a foundation for this purpose. Please respond as soon as possible to the Carlsbad Parks and Recreation Commission. Enclosed is additional information regarding the characteristics of Aqua Hedionda Lagoon condensed from the U.S. Corps of Engineers report dated December, 1984. Sincerely, kaw ATTACHMENT E 1'rojnmeil Land estinp T .Venting rea Decelomenl S iff for Mnrnrw Park Lnitif-h Rnafp Dredging Area (SnndBnr) Proposed Bench Disposal SiteOuter Lntfoon AGUA HEDIONDA LAGOON Agua Hedionda Lagoon is located within the city limits of Carlsbad, California, south of the main part of the city (see pi. 1). It extends 1.7 miles inland, and is up to 1/2 mile wide. It is composed of three interconnected lagoons: The outer lagoon adjacent to the Pacfic Ocean, 66 acres in size; the middle lagoon, 27 acres; ad the inner lagoon, 295 acres. Agua Hedionda Lagoon is very actively used as a recreation area by the residents of Carlsbad and adjoining areas. At the present time, however, boating use of the inner lagoon is restricted by sandbars. By removing these barriers and undertaking an active maintenance program, the usefulness of the lagoon for boating and water skiing could be substantially increased. Recreational use consists of boating, water skiing, jet-skiing, sailing, windsurfing, and fishing. The nearest alternate facilities for water skiing are at Mission Bay in San Diego (45 minute drive) and Lake Elsinore in Orange County (80 minute drive). The inner lagoon, 295 acres, extends approximately 1800 yards in a southeasterly direction from the Interstate 5 highway bridge. More public use is made of this section than of the outer and middle lagoons, and a private marina-condominium development and several boat-launching facilities have been constructed along the northern shore. The inner lagoon currently has one public point of access, Snug Harbor Marina, located at the northwest end. It is a small facility with a dock, a launch ramp, and two privately owned and operated businesses (water sports equipment rental shop and snack bar). Fees for the lagoon use, boat launching, and parking are collected here. All money for the lagoon use goes to the City. The operator of the facility^ collects parking fees and $9 of the $10 launch fee, while the city receives the remaining dollar. Several large (30 to 50 unit) condominium structures line the north shore of the inner lagoon, between the marina and Bristol Cove. Bristol Cove is a condominium development with a private marina with 20 slips for small craft. Additional condominiums are planned for construction along the north shore. The south shore is currently undeveloped except for farm acreage. The presence of high voltage power lines running across this area precludes residential construction. A 502 acre recreational facility, to be called Macario Canyon Park, will be developed adjacent to the southeast shore. This 15-year project, scheduled for completion around the year 2000, will be a jointly-financed venture between the City of Carlsbad (31%) and private investors (69%). One of the park features will be a boat facility (with a dock, launch ramp, and 30 slips for rental small craft). This will provide a second location for public access. Construction of the boat facility is scheduled for completion between 1987 and 1988. The development of Macario Canyon Park, the planned construction of additional condominiums along the north shore, and the projected increase of Carlsbad's population to 90,000 residents by the year 2000, will greatly increase future demand for recreational activities in this area. The southern shore of Agua Hedionda Lagoon is used jointly by the San Diego Gas and Electric Power Plant, and for agriculture. The eastern shore is open space, consisting principally of a salt marsh and mud flats, while the northern shore is primarily residential. The lagoon is divided into three sections divided by the Southern Pacific Railroad bridge and the San Diego Freeway. The outer lagoon, is used as a source of cooling water by the adjacent power plant. The entire Agua Hedionda Lagoon _ Page 2 lagoon was originally a salt marsh, dredged in 1954 by San Diego Gas and Electric, to provide cooling water for the power plant. The dredging opened the lagoon permanently to the ocean, and with the tidal flushing and variation in water depths have created a wide variety of environments. Agua Hedionda Lagoon is listed in the National Register of Historic Places as an Archeological District. The District is composed of approximately 15 archeological sites, located around the lagoon. The sites, some dating back more than 9000 years, evidence occupation from the San Dieguito culture, which had a large game hunting economy, to the La Jollan culture, with a shellfish and plant-gathering economy. There are a wide variety of natural environments in and around the lagoon, including marine subtidal and intertidal ecosystems, upland ecosystems, and transitional zones. Within the subtidal environment, several types of habitats exist. The open water habitat supports species typical of shallow coastal waters of this area, including many species of plankton, and at least 44 species of fish and other free-swimming vertebrates. Benthic habitats included (in 1976) two acres of rock substrate, 167 acres of sand, 55 acres of mud, and 70 acres of eel grass habitat. The mud flats and salt march at the eastern end of Agua Hedionda do not cover large acreages (70 acres of mudflat, and 16 acres of salt marsh in 1976), but provide important habitat for shorebirds. Terrestrial communities in undeveloped areas around Agua Hedionda include scrub, grassland, and transitional zones, all of which have been disturbed to some extent. Agua Hedionda supports a great diversity of birds, including many migratory species. At least 55 species of water-related birds, and 47 species of land birds have been sighted in and around the lagoon, including some rare and endangered species. V<=*-T March 15, 1985 TO: PARKS AND RECREATION DIRECTOR FROM: Parks Superintendent BEACH ACCESS GATE INSTALLATION Staff recommends the installation of a time lock gate at the Christensen Way Beach Access. The following criteria is given to support this request: 1. Location of buildings. The buildings and homes are located directly adjacent to access (12" from handrail). 2. Vandalism to nearby private structures. 3. Local residents have been terrorized by late beach visitors. 4. Additional beach access exists both to the north and to the south. 5. Limited parking exists in the area. 6. Nearby residents may reimburse City for installation costs. If approval is given for this installation, staff will then present a proposal to the Coastal Commission asking their permission for the gate. Coastal Commission approval is required before any changes or modifications are made. BACKGROUND The beach access was installed as a condition of development as per the Coastal Development Permit. Upon completion, the access was deeded to the City. The Parks Division provides maintenance to this and four other beach access sites along Ocean Street. The Parks and Recreation Department has inquired to the local Coastal Commission office for additional information on the Christensen Way beach access. To date, the Coastal Commission staff has yet to submit or offer any background information. Attached are photographs of a similar type gate that may be installed. DOUG DUNCANSON kaw Attachments ATTACHMENT F WALKWAY OPEN DAYLIGHT HOURS ONLY PUSH TO OPEN GATE LOCKS WALKWAY OPENHWUGKI HOURS ONUf PUSH TO OPENG*TE LOCKSDU« SACRAMENTO ADDRESS STATE CAPITOL SACRAMENTO. CA 9581 4 PHONE: (916) 445-3731 DISTRICT OFFICE _2121 PALOMAR AIRPORT RD SUITE 1OO CARLSBAD. CA 92OO8 PHONE: (619)438-3614 FROM ESCONDIDO AREA 744-2223 RECEIVED APR 0 31985 znnte California ^legislature WILLIAM A. CRAVEN SENATOR 38TH DISTRICT VICE CHAIRMAN COMMITTEE ON ELECTIONS AND REAPPORTIONMENT COMMITTEES AGRICULTURE AND WATER RESOURCES BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS ELECTIONS AND REAPPORTIONMENT LOCAL GOVERNMENT RULES SELECT COMMITTEE ON MOBILEHOMES CHAIRMAN SELECT COMMITTEE ON LICENSED AND DESIGNATED SPORTS SELECT COMMITTEE ON THE AUBURN DAM PROJECT JOINT LEGISLATIVE ETHICS COMMITTEE JOINT COMMITTEE ON THE ARTS JOINT COMMITTEE ON FIRE. POLICE. EMERGENCY AND DISASTER SERVICES JOINT COMMITTEE ON PENSION FUND INVESTMENT COMMISSION FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OFFICE OF CALIFORNIA-MEXICO AFFAIRS JOINT COMMITTEE ON REFUGEE RESETTLEMENT AND IMMIGRATION Ref: 85-127 Mr. Dave Bradstreet City of Carlsbad 1200 Elm Avenue Carlsbad CA 92008 March 26, 1985 Dear Mr. Bradstreet: For several months we have worked with constituents who express concern regarding the beach access located to the north side of 2805 Ocean Street — directly adjacent to the Tony Howard-Jones Best Western. The specific problem is one of vandalism and abuse to property and residents. As you know, lifeguard service has never been provided in this area and with the renewal of beach sand, foot traffic has tremen- dously increased. The total area in question encompasses approximately 3/4 miles running from Pine Street to Buena Vista and is inclusive of several other beach access points. Because this is one of the early access sites, buildings are close to one another and this has caused an invasion of privacy for the residents as well as the motel visitors. Given the amount of parking available in the area, we believe there are more than adequate access points available for the beachgoer. Because this access point falls under the purview of the City of Carlsbad, we ask that consideration be given to closing this throughway; and, at the very least, the City should request that the access point be closed to the public during the evening and early morning hours. Your assistance in this matter will be greatly j/ I Sincerely, WAC/ ILLIAM A ACRAVEN Senator, 38th District ipreciated. ROBERT C. FRAZEE Assemblyman, 74th District U. RECEIVED r-2 51985 League of Women Voters North Coast Sa n Diego Cou nty 3610 A Village Drive, Carlsbad, California 92008 Scott "rig, it, O.if: irrnan, Parks and Recreation -o City of Carlsbad. ::09o .fordin/:; ",t. Car-Is oiid., ;,ilffoonj. Q~-C" Dear ~^-?» ''--"1 iv^ The League of women Voters makes an effort to keep up to date on community needs, problems, and progress* One way this is done is through an "Observer Program". Members volunteer to attend meetings and report back te the membership. Currently the Carlsbad Unit is updating its publication, "Know Your Community". This is giving impetus to our observer program which, we nope, will continue as a community service fostering informed citizen participation. Your appointed observer or observers are listed below. We hope they are welcomed by you but if you have any questions or suggestions please do not hesitate to call me. Observers listen but do not participate. No individual speaks for the League unless ve have studied an issue and have a position. Even then, all statements must first be cleared with the Board, or, between meetings, the president. It would be helpful if an agenda could be provided and any support- ing material such as is available at the library for city council and planning commission meetings. Tnank you for your understanding and cooperation. Sincerely, Barbara Mailman Carlsbad Unit Chairman 729-6592 Ob.erver(s): Carolyn Lundberg >M(wl$M> cc ;X-ive bradstreet <".',' P.O. Box 727. Cardiff-by-the-Sea,California,92007 ' ' ATTACHMENT G MARCH 27, 1985 TO: ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT PARKS & RECREATION FROM: Finance Director TRANSIENT OCCUPANCY TAX Below is a list of TOT revenues from 1980-81 to the current estimate for 1984-85. I believe, however, before you consider recommending a change in how the TOT is allocated, you read the attached memo and get a firm understanding of the implications of making the TOT into a "special tax" under Article XIII A of the State Constitution (prop 13). Special taxes are severely limited by the Constitution and changes in special taxes require a 2/3 vote of the electors voting in an election. I would be glad to discuss this further with you or Dave or the Commission. My recommendation to you, as it was to the Council, is to let the TOT stand as a general tax and avoid the problems associated with special taxes. Transient Tax Revenue 1980-81 $ 655,172 1981-82 734,344 1982-83 797,526 1983-84 1,007,268 1984-85 (est) 1,000,000 JIM /ELLIOTT JFE:mmt attach: Memo to City Manager dated 2/14/85 ATTACHMENT H FEBRUARYH4, 1985 TO: CITY MANAGER FROM: Finance Director TRANSIENT OCCUPANCY TAX - SURVEY OF PRACTICES This memo was sparked by a newspaper article in the San Diego Daily Transcript January 16, 1985, which indicated that the County Board of Supervisors is considering an increase in their TOT rate from the present 6% to 8%. This move would provide approximately $350,000 to $400,000 in additional revenue to the County on an annual basis. The following information may be of interest should the Council or other parties indicate an interest in the City's TOT revenue. First, there are two types of taxes levied by government—special and general. A special tax is one which creates revenue limited to providing a specific service. These taxes are restricted by Article XIIIA of the State Constitution (Proposition 13) and cannot be increased without a vote of the electors. A general tax is one which is collected and deposited in the general fund and is used to provide general services. These general taxes can be raised or lowered by Council without the requirement of a"vota of the electors. The TOT is typically considered a general tax under the State Constitution and can therefore be increased without a vote of the people. The TOT could, however, become a "special tax" and be limited by Proposition 13 should the Council begin to allocate TOT revenue to special or restricted programs. In this case, any increase would require a vote. There are currently 17 entities in the county which collect TOT revenues. As the attached chart shows, these cities levy taxes ranging from five to eight percent. Most cities have set a tax rate of six percent, although five cities have increased their tax rate to seven or eight percent. The cities of Escondido and Oceanside restrict all or part of their TOT revenue for community relations or tourism development. In 1983-84, Carlsbad received $1 million from the TOT. This makes us the number 3 agency in San Diego County in terms of total TOT revenue. The City presently has 14 hotels or motels with a total of 1,100 rooms. Plans are in process for at least five more hotels which will add about 500 additional rooms in the next 12 to 18 months. Based on historical revenues, an increase in the City's transient occupancy tax from 6% to 8% would yield about $330,000 in additional tax revenue. I CITY r~ ARLSBAD TRANSIENT OCCUPANCY TAX AVENUE - 1974-75 TO 1983-84' 74-75 7S-7» 79-77 77-7% 79-79 79-80 80-«1 91-92 92-93 93-94 FISCAL YEAR SOURCE - CITY CT CW.SHD ANNUM. FtWdKlH. KPOKTS 10-T-- P EH C EN T 8 -+- 6 4- 4 •+- 2 + 0 -1- TRANSIENT OCCUPANCY TAX RATES WITHIN THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO AS OF FEBRUARY 1985 a A A jA V 0 B 00 I 0 N a TAX DOEASE L N 0 P S S Se » c o 0 EB M 0 IN RE E N K N 0 IA S Nl S1 AC » S AT I0 LH B LT D E M » » I 0 M 5 S U y 0 6 C0 0 • - ' TRANSIENT OCCUPANCY TAX REVENUE WITHIN THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGOM ~T~ -• I !- 2 -L = I 0N 0 . _ 0 * L LA RS rt ~- ~FOfl FISCAL YEAH 1983-84 _fl ~ - TOTAL S«N OIESOTOT PEV - $13.9 MILLION | . . , • S r\\ 1 ^ -kiv^Lnf^ CCCOEElLLNOPSSsVi u fl C i CM & C A f rt i A A TAnucUanAcAlUA * A 1HURL CP MTENNNNSLLO c o a N o i * A T T SANMANAEENKNYD Me* B AAJOUS NIS 1 * E 0u N Y 01S 0 LH 0 ALT 0 "~ CITY r~ ARLSBAD TRANSIENT OCCUPANT TAX AVENUE - 197^-75 TO 1955-84" THOUSAND DOLLARS 74-7S 75-7* 7«-77 77-7» 7»~7» TV-CO ao-tl It FISCAL YEAR SOME - CITY OF CtRL'mnn ANNUM. FINANCIAL 10-r 8 P E sR 5 C 5'T 2 0 -1- TRANSIENT OCCUPANCY TAX RATES . WITHIN THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO AS OF FEBRUARY 1985 M I }- 2 -L <i I 0N 0 , _ 0 J L L A R S _ TRANSIENT OCCUPANCY TAX REVENUE WITHIN THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO FOR FISCAL YEAR 1983-84 / - - TOTAL S*N DIEBOTOT HEV - J13.9 HILUW I/I .1 r ft i Ilk II |"V rv I r\i[la«ijk[k. r"V • CCCOEEILLNQPSSS*AHOEUSMAEACO* * A IRURL C C MTEHNNNSL L o c o a M o i » » r r S»NWANREENXNYD ME*t A A J 0 IA S NIS I * E4»0«OI*C»S»TI E ».010 M o m RLTO « cS 0 0 E 0 0T V S* E 1 1 1 B r 0u N r Page -2- TRANSIENT OCCUPANCY TAXES-SURVEY OF PRACTICES February 14, 1985 During the past 10 years the City's TOT revenue has grown from $253,000 to $1 million, an average increase of 16.5% per year. The proposed increase in rooms from the current 1100 to 1600 will provide an increase of 45% in available transient lodging in town. This information is presented in summary form as an information item only. If you would like further detail, I will be happy to expand on any area. F. ELLIOTT JFErmmt attachment c: Frank Mannen n Parks and Recreation Commission "The Green Sheet" April 9, 1985 The installation of backstops and fencing at Chase Field is complete. In addition, the contractor has begun the work on the rehabilitation of the Snack Bar/Restrooms. The Recreation Division is now taking sign-ups for the 3rd Annual Garage Sale. The event will be held on Saturday, June 1 at Holiday Park. It costs only $10 to rent a space. The Recreation Division has been reorganized. Ken Price has assumed the administrative responsibilities for the Division. This will allow the Superintendent more time to donate to Building Maintenance, the Lagoon patrol, and Aquatics. The Easter Egg Hunt was a tremendous success. There were approximately 2,000 children at Holiday and La Costa Canyon Parks. Spring Clean-Up is scheduled for April 22-26. Place your items out on the day your trash is picked up. The Department has requested that the Personnel Department recruit for the position of Secretary II. Kathy Wilkinson and Jane Meadows are currently working the position until a replacement is found. The Recreation Division is sponsoring a youth tennis tournament on May 18 and 19 at the Carlsbad High School Tennis Courts. The event is co-sponsored by the Tri-City Tennis Patrons. The adult softball leagues (men, women, coed) are in full operation. The leagues are playing seven days per week. A City-wide Track Meet is scheduled for May 3 at Valley Jr. High School. The participants will be the finalists from the last two (2) meets. The competition will then move to SDSU on May 11 for the San Diego County Track Meet. Our fearless leader is basking in the sun in the Caribbean. Doug Duncanson is the Acting Director until Dave returns on April 18. kaw