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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1985-07-15; Parks & Recreation Commission; MinutesMINUTES MEETING OF: DATE OF MEETING: TIME OF MEETING: PLACE OF MEETING: PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION July 15, 1985 5:00 p.m. City Council Chanters COMMISSIONERS CALL TO ORDER; The meeting was called to order by Chairman Wright at 5:10 p.m. ROLL CALL; Present - Chairman Wright, Commissioners Conti, Donovan, Morrison, and Popovich. Commissioner Dahlquist arrived at 5:27 p.m. Absent - Commissioner Regan. Staff: Dave Bradstreet, Director of Parks & Recreation Marsha Payne, Administrative Assistant II Doug Duncanson, Park Superintendent PUBLIC OPEN FORUM; There was no one present for the Open Forum. APPROVAL OF MINUTES; The Minutes of the June 17, 1985, meeting were approved as .presented. APPROVAL OF AGENDA; Chairman Wright added two items to the Agenda under Additional Business as follows: A. Fuerte/La Costa Meadows School/Park — discussion and action item whether or not the Commission concurs with the agreement as stated in Dave Bradstreat's letter to Dr. Streshley dated July 9, 1985. B. Beach Access on Beech Avenue. Commissioner Morrison added an item under Committee Reports: Triathlon. Commissioner Donovan, liaison, San Marcos School District, asked for an item to be added regarding the Fuerte/La Costa Meadows School/Park agreement. This will be discussed with Item A. Commissioner Donovan asked for an item to be added to the Agenda regarding the La Costa Canyon Basketball Courts and another item as to how the General Plan relates to Parks. The Agenda was approved as amended. Wriqht Conti Donovan Popovich Morrison Wright Conti Donovan Morrison Popovich MINUTES Page 2 July 15, 1985 COMMISSIONERS APPOINT SCRIBE; Commissioner Popovich was appointed Scribe for this meeting. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: A. Scribe Report Dave Bradstreet said this was self-explanatory. B. Relocation of Granary Dave Bradstreet updated the progress of the granary relocation, stating the building is scheduled to be moved tomorrow. Hie new location will be east of Heritage Hall at Magee Park. The Rotary Club will install the foundation and Mr. Bradstreet will give a report at the next meeting on the costs to bring the building up to City standards. The balance of this report will be given by Commissioner Dahlquist later in the meeting. C. Landscaping at Alga Road/La Costa Blvd. Dave Bradstreet stated there is a written report in the packet. In addition, he added Parks & Recreation,Department was not aware the City had accepted the improvements as complete on Alga Road. As soon as they learned this, they eliminated the weeds. He mentioned the embankments and stated those are owned by homeowners associations or individuals, and the Fire Chief said that particular section of Alga Road is not under their weed abatement program. However, where there is a problem fronting wooden fences, the property owners will be notified to eliminate the weeds. If the owners do not cut the weeds, the City will cut them and assess the owner the charges on their tax bill. Certain areas along Alga Road are not included in the Fire Department weed abatement, due to assessment districts being formed. Commissioner Conti commented that he did not understand why certain properties were not included in the weed abatement program. He felt unnecessary chances were being taken by not declaring all those banks as fire hazards. Commissioner Donovan expressed her appreciation for the expeditious handling of the weed problem in the medians, and added that she felt a tougher stand should be taken on the weeds left on the embankments. She felt a stand should be taken by the Commission and/or an educational program to get something moving in that area. Doug Duncanson stated the Fire Department was going to inspect the embankments along Alga Road and notify any property owner where they deem a fire hazard exists. MINUTES Page 3 July 15, 1985 COMMISSIONERS Commissioner Donovan reiterated her belief that the embankments along Alga Road did constitute a fire hazard and she felt some action should be taken. Dave Bradstreet explained that those embankments were created before the Landscape Manual was adopted, and that nothing could be done to force the owners to install landscaping. This was under the County's jurisdiction. Commissioner Conti suggested the Conmissioners get in touch with their Council Member. INTRODUCTION OF NEW ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER Dave Bradstreet introduced Mr. Ray Patchett, the new Assistant City Manager. Mr. Bradstreet added the Parks & Recreation Director will report to Mr. Patchett. NEW BUSINESS; A. Terramar Association's Request for City to Correct Mosquito Infestation Dave Bradstreet referred to Attachment C in the packet, and stated the Terramar Association had representatives here to speak on this matter. David Woodward, President of Terramar Association, 528 Shore Drive, stated there was a major problem with the mosquitoes by Cannon Lake. Sharon Pierce, Treasurer of the Terramar Association, 5310 El Arbol, gave photographs to the Commissioners for their perusal, and explained there is trash, mosquitoes and algae on the Lake. She requested the north end of Cannon Lake be cleaned up and the area kept in a natural state. She had gotten approval to remove the reeds, but cut them too soon and must now wait until they grow high enough to spray. Dave Bradstreet reported the property is City- owned and consists of approximately six and a half acres, with one-third under water. The City does maintain this area and staff will clean out the debris. Rodeo has been sprayed there in the past and the County will inspect the area and re-spray. Doug Duncanson has a license to spray, and the area will be sprayed and cleaned out. Also, there will be treatment for the algae. Mr. Bradstreet stated he hoped the County would put this area under their spray area. Commissioner Dahlquist suggested a "no dumping" sign be installed in the area. Commissioner Conti suggested that any City land should be kept in a state that the City could be proud of and that upkeep should be continuous. He said if an area is a natural area and is a dump, then the City should make it "unnatural". MINUTES Page 5 July 15, 1985 COMMISSIONERS ADDITIONAL BUSINESS; A. Fuerte/La Costa Meadows School/Park Dave Bradstreet referred to the letter in the packet he addressed to Dr. William Streshley regarding the agreement with the San Marcos Unified School District. He stated Seena Trigas, representing the San Marcos Unified School District, was in the audience to answer any questions. The School District has agreed to this proposal. Parks & Recreation Commission approved the work and services charges in the amount of $55,000.00, for work done on the park site by the San Marcos School District in conjunction with the elementary school development; and in addition, the City agrees to administer and contract separately the remaining portion of the park development as outlined in Dave Bradstreet's letter dated July 9, 1985, addressed to Dr. William Streshley. Commissioner Conti questioned item "C" regarding Corintia access, and Dave Bradstreet explained that amount of money was needed to eliminate that access. B. Beach Access on Beech Avenue Dave Bradstreet gave the Commissioners an overlay shoeing the beach accesses and stated the access on Beech Avenue is owned by the Coastal Conservancy. The access does not meet the width standards, and the City has not accepted the deeding of this access. Mr. Bradstreet said this access is a problem and something needs to be done. It was chained off a couple of years ago, but the chains were torn down. The consensus of the Commission was to have Parks & Recreation Department pursue having some action taken on this beach access. There was discussion about the Coastal Conservancy repairing the access, with Parks & Recreation Department maintaining it. The Commissioners commented they opposed closing the access. Parks & Recreation Commission directed staff to proceed with the Coastal Conservancy, asking them to clean up this access, and asking the City to maintain the access at Beach Avenue. Commissioner Dahlquist suggested a sign be installed indicating this as a public access. C. La Costa Canyon Basketball Courts Commissioner Donovan reported these courts are in disrepair and need attention. Staff indicated they would take care of this. Wright Conti Donovan Popovich Morrison Dahlquist Wright Conti Donovan Morrison Popovich Dahlquist MINUTES Page 4 July 15, 1985 COMMISSIONERS Parks & Recreation Commission directed staff to clean up Cannon Lake, removing any debris, spraying for mosquitoes, cutting back the reeds and removing the algae. "No dumping" signs should be installed in the area. This maintenance should be done on a continuous basis along with other City property. Dave Bradstreet explained that this maintenance is done on a regular basis, and this debris was just recently dumped there. B. Maintenance of San Diego Parks Dave Bradstreet stated this attachment was included in the packet for the Commission's information. COUNCIL REPORT Council Member Pettine was not present. COMMITTEE REPORTS; A. Park Site and Facility Planning Committee 1. Use of Granary by Oceanside/Carlsbad Art League. Commissioner Dahlquist reported on this item, stating she had met with Dorothy Newburger and the league had not seen the building and did not know what would be needed to refurbish the building. Commissioner Dahlquist stated she felt no group should be granted exclusive use of Parks & Recreation property. 2. Triathlon Commissioner Morrison reported on the triathlon, stating it was an enjoyable experience. She thanked staff for the hard work and effort. She said comments made to her consisted of why $25.00 per person was charged, if a trio entered- -stating that made it difficult for a family to enter. Also, a comment had been made about blankets being available when the swimmers leave the ocean, and perhaps something hot to drink. Another item was the confusion with the belongings left in the parking lot. Dave Bradstreet thanked the Commissioners who attended the triathlon and talked about the girl who was injured during the triathlon. DIRECTOR'S REPORT: theDave Bradstreet added some comments about triathlon, stating there were almost 800 entrants, and added the comments regarding how to improve the next triathlon would all be considered. Wright Conti Donovan Popovich Morrison Dahlquist MINUTES Page 6 July 15, 1985 COMMISSIONERS New General Plan Conmissioner Donovan stated the Land Use Review Planning Comnittee had supported the oonnunity park concept, but had stated that small, neighborhood parks were needed and desirable. She stated her concern about how this affected the Parks Element. Dave Bradstreet reported he attended those Committee meetings and spoke to the Committee, as they were ready to go to a new program. He asked the Committee to trust Parks & Recreation; that they had a good program that they were following. The Committee wanted developers to donate land at the beginning of a project for neighborhood parks— to be built by the developer and then maintained by the homeowners later. Mr.Bradstreet stated the City intended to increase the dedication-of-land requirement to three acres from the present 2.5 acres per 1,000 population. SCRIBE REPORT Commissioner Popovich gave a report on his notes for the meeting. ADDITIONAL 'BUSINESS: The Parks 6, Recreation Commission unanimously agreed to express displeasure at the Council overriding their recommendation regarding the closing of the Christensen Way beach access. ADJCCRWENT; By proper motion, the meeting of July 15, 1985, was adjourned at 6:30 p.m. Respectfully, submitted, Harriett Babbitt Minutes Clerk MINUTES MEETING OF: DATE OF FETING: TIME OF MEETING: PLACE OF MEETING: PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION July 15, 1985 5:00 p.m. City Council Chambers COMMISSIONERS CALL TO ORDER! The meeting was called to order by Chairman Wright at 5:10 p.m. ROLL CALL; Present - Chairman Wright, Commissioners Contl, Donovan, Morrison, and Popovich. Commissioner Dahlquist arrived at 5:27 p.m. Absent - Commissioner Regan. Staff: Dave Bradstreet. Director of Parks & Recreation Marsha Payne, Administrative Assistant II Doug Duncanson, Park Superintendent PUBLIC OPEN FORLM; There was no one present for the Open Forum. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: The Minutes of the June 17, 1985, meeting were approved as presented. APPROVAL OF AGENDA; Chairman Wright added two items to the Agenda under Additional Business as follows: A. Fuerte/La Costa Meadows School/Park — discussion and action item whether or not the Commission concurs with the agreement as stated in Dave Bradstreet's letter to Dr. Streshley dated July 9, 1985. B. Beach Access on Beech Avenue. Commissioner Morrison added an item under Committee Reports: Triathlon. Commissioner Donovan, liaison, San Marcos School District, asked for an item to be added regarding the Fuerte/La Costa Meadows School/Park agreement. This will be discussed with Item A. Commissioner Donovan asked for an item to be added to the Agenda regarding the La Costa Canyon Basketball Courts and another item as to how the General Plan relates to Parks. The Agenda was approved as amended. Wriqht Conti Donovan Popovich Morrison Wright Conti Donovan Morrison Popovich MINUTES Page 2 July 15, 1985 COMMISSIONERS APPOINT SCRIBE; Ccranissioner Popovich was appointed Scribe for this meeting. UNFINISHED BUSINESS; A. Scribe Report Dave Bradstreet said this was self-explanatory. B. Relocation of Granary Dave Bradstreet updated the progress of the granary relocation, stating the building is scheduled to be moved tomorrow. The new location will be east of Heritage Hall at Magee Park. The Rotary Club will install the foundation and Mr. Bradstreet will give a report at the next meeting on the costs to bring the building up to City standards. The balance of this report will be given by Commissioner Dahlquist later in the meeting. C. Landscaping at Alga Road/La Costa Blvd. Dave Bradstreet stated there is a written report in the packet. In addition, he added Parks & Recreation,Departroent was not aware the City had accepted the improvements as complete on Alga Road. As soon as they learned this, they eliminated the weeds. He mentioned the embankments and stated those are owned by homeowners associations or individuals, and the Fire Chief said that particular section of Alga Road is not under their weed abatement program. However, where there is a problem fronting wooden fences, the property owners will be notified to eliminate the weeds. If the owners do not cut the weeds, the City will cut them and assess the owner the charges on their tax bill. Certain areas along Alga Road are not included in the Fire Department weed abatement, due to assessment districts being formed. Ccranissioner Conti connented that he did not understand why certain properties were not included in the weed abatement program. He felt unnecessary chances were being taken by not declaring all those banks as fire hazards. Commissioner Donovan expressed her appreciation for the expeditious handling of the weed problem in the medians, and added that she felt a tougher stand should be taken on the weeds left on the embankments. She felt a stand should be taken by the Commission and/or an educational program to get something moving in that area. Doug Duncanson stated the Fire Department was going to inspect the embankments along Alga Road and notify any property owner where they deem a fire hazard exists. MINUTES Page 3 July 15, 1985 COMMISSIONERS Commissioner Donovan reiterated her belief that the embankments along Alga Road did constitute a fire hazard and she felt some action should be taken. Dave Bradstreet explained that those embankments were created before the Landscape Manual was adopted, and that nothing could be done to force the owners to install landscapina. This was under the County's jurisdiction. Commissioner Conti suggested the Commissioners get in touch with their Council Member. INTRODUCTION OF NEW ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER Dave Bradstreet introduced Mr. Ray Patchett, the new Assistant City Manager. Mr. Bradstreet added the Parks & Recreation Director will report to Mr. Patchett. NEW BUSINESS; A. Terramar Association's Request for City to Correct Mosquito Infestation Dave Bradstreet referred to Attachment C in the packet, and stated the Terramar Association had representatives here to speak on this matter. David Woodward, President of Terramar Association, 528 Shore Drive, stated there was a major problem with the mosquitoes by Cannon Lake. Sharon Pierce, Treasurer of the Terramar Association, 5310 El Arbol, gave photographs to the Commissioners for their perusal, and explained there is trash, mosquitoes and algae on the Lake. She requested the north end of Cannon Lake be cleaned up and the area kept in a natural state. She had gotten approval to remove the reeds, but cut them too soon and must now wait until they grow high enough to spray. Dave Bradstreet reported the property is City- owned and consists of approximately six and a half acres, with one-third under water. The City does maintain this area and staff will clean out the debris. Rodeo has been sprayed there in the past and" the County will inspect the area and re-spray. Doug Duncanson has a license to spray, and the area will be sprayed and cleaned out. Also, there will be treatment for the algae. Mr. Bradstreet stated he hoped the County would put this area under their spray area. Commissioner Dahlquist suggested a "no dumping" sign be installed in the area. Commissioner Conti suggested that any City land should be kept in a state that the City could be proud of and that upkeep should be continuous. He said if an area is a natural area and is a dump, then the City should make it "unnatural". MINUTES Page 4 July 15, 1985 COMMISSIONERS Parks & Recreation Conmission directed staff to clean up Cannon Lake, removing any debris, spraying for nosquitoes, cutting back the reeds and removing the algae. "No dumping" signs should be installed in the area. This maintenance should be done on a continuous basis along with other City property. Dave Bradstreet explained that this maintenance is done on a regular basis, and this debris was just recently dumped there. B. Maintenance of San Diego Parks Dave Bradstreet stated this attachment was included in the packet for the Comnission's information. COUNCIL REPORT Council Member Pettine was not present. COMMITTEE REPORTS; A. Park Site and Facility Planning Conmittee 1. Use of Granary by Oceanside/Carlsbad Art League. Commissioner Dahlquist reported on this item, stating she had met with Dorothy Newburger and the league had not seen the building and did not know what would be needed to refurbish the buildinq. Coranissioner Dahlquist stated she felt no group should be granted exclusive use of Parks & Recreation property. 2. Triathlon Commissioner Morrison reported on the triathlon, stating it was an enjoyable experience. She thanked staff for the hard work and effort. She said comments made to her consisted of why $25.00 per person was charged, if a trio entered- -stating that made it difficult for a family to enter. Also, a comment had been made about blankets being available when the swimmers leave the ocean, and perhaps something hot to drink. Another item was the confusion with the belongings left in the parking lot. Dave Bradstreet thanked the Comnissioners who attended the triathlon and talked about the girl who was injured during the triathlon. DIRECTOR'S REPORT: theDave Bradstreet added some comments about triathlon, stating there were almost 800 entrants, and added the comments regarding how to improve the next triathlon would all be considered. Wright Conti Donovan Popovioh Morrison Dahlquist MINUTES Page 5 July 15, 1985 COMMISSIONERS ADDITIONAL BUSINESS; A. Fuerte/La Costa Meadows School/Park Dave Bradstreet referred to the letter in the packet he addressed to Dr. William Streshley regarding the agreement with the San Marcos Unified School District. He stated Seena Trigas, representing the San Marcos Unified School District, was in the audience to answer any questions. The School District has agreed to this proposal. Parks & Recreation Commission approved the work and services charges in the amount of $55,000.00, for work done on the park site by the San Marcos School District in conjunction with the elementary school development; and in addition, the City agrees to administer and contract separately the remaining portion of the park development as outlined in Dave Bradstreet's letter dated July 9, 1985, addressed to Dr. William Streshley. Commissioner Conti questioned item "C" regarding Corintia access, and Dave Bradstreet explained that amount of noney was needed to eliminate that access. B. Beach Access on Beech Avenue Dave Bradstreet gave the Commissioners an overlay shewing the beach accesses and stated the access on Beech Avenue is owned by the Coastal Conservancy. The access does not meet the width standards, and the City has not accepted the deeding of this access. Mr. Bradstreet said this access is a problem and something needs to be done. It was chained off a couple of years ago, but the chains were torn down. The consensus of the Commission was to have Parks & Recreation Department pursue having some action taken on this beach access. There was discussion about the Coastal Conservancy repairing the access, with Parks & Recreation Department maintaining it. The Commissioners commented they opposed closing the access. Parks & Recreation Commission directed staff to proceed with the Coastal Conservancy, asking them to clean up this access, and asking the City to maintain the access at Beach Avenue. Commissioner Dahlquist suggested a sign be installed indicating this as a public access. C. La Costa Canyon Basketball Courts Commissioner Donovan reported these courts are in disrepair and need attention. Staff indicated they would take care of this. Wright Conti Donovan Popovich Morrison Dahlquist Wright Conti Donovan Morrison Popovich Dahlquist MINUTES Page 6 July 15, 1985 COMMISSIONERS New General Plan Ccnmissioner Donovan stated the Land Use Review Planning Committee had supported the community park concept, but had stated that snail, neighborhood parks were needed and desirable. She stated her concern about how this affected the Parks Element. Dave Bradstreet reported he attended those Committee meetings and spoke to the Committee, as they were ready to go to a new program. He asked the Committee to trust Parks 6 Recreation; that they had a good program that they were following. The Committee wanted developers to donate land at the beginning of a project for neighborhood parks— to be built by the developer and then maintained by the homeowners later. Mr.Bradstreet stated the City intended to increase the dedication-of-land requirement to three acres from the present 2.5 acres per 1,000 population. SCRIBE REPORT Commissioner Popov!ch gave a report on his notes for the meeting. ADDITIONAL BUSINESS; The Parks &, Recreation Commission unanimously agreed to express displeasure at the Council overriding their recommendation regarding the closing of the Christensen Way beach access. ADJOURNMENT; By proper motion, the meeting of July 15, 1985, was adjourned at 6:30 p.m. Respectfully, submitted Harriett Babbitt Minutes Clerk July 26, 1985 TO: PARKS AND RECREATION DIRECTOR FROM: PARK SUPERINTENDENT COST TO REHABILITATE GRANARY I have discussed the necessary improvements required to bring the granary building up to uniform building code standards. The estimate of the building department staff is approximately $6,000. This figure would be substantially lower if volunteers were to provide the labor. Ifa DOUG/^UNCANSON V DD:dc ATTACHMENT "A1 -=3 —>;0 9Q 45 "If 0e: i*> o CL. S" "£tn •"3-Bcj en a> <a S"l P Z IM ^i **._ » S-a «2 •3T3 •s *?2$s«;;< 'C 2 >»'3 tJ iSi'Ji,§^n:i>>09 1 S •< aH n V] 00>£a> E-" « 083 .a'« > SBa* m 1 £a•*-»t/i i to •s"OTe ng support froaven, R-Oceanamesake (With stroi6 CB § >CO ^SSCOJgea « 1 4>«cd^3 1a.o 3s "8 sa-a•++ *r»J2•ai-*a.>•• a> S"S> -«•*•c OTaii a20 0 •i'i?cd i .3 "§ca 1 tn i>»-*^signature, cgovernor'ssaid.l •8 4)C-Q 5g COIM Boca 1 41e ATTACHMENT "C" RECEIVED JUL 2 51985 July 22, 1985 City of Carlsbad Parks and Recreation Commission 1200 Elm Avenue Carlsbad, Ca. 92008 Gentlemen: In talking with Shirley Dahlquist the other day on the tele- phone, I expressed my agreement with her plan of asking the state of California to take over the Agua Hedionda Lagoon to develope it for recreational purposes? Before developers take over the entire available shoreline, certainly the city and state could work together to insure some free public access- to the lagoon.' As you know, the end of Hoover Street at one time had a small area that was used for picnics, etc. I realize the cost would be large to dredge the 3 connected lagoons, but with SDG&E help, and the state and city putting forth real effort, this natural recreation area could be- come a place of enjoyment and beauty to Carlsbad."1 Since our beaches are almost all racks at present, a small owimming and picnic area at the end of Hoover Street on the lagoon is very much needed by the public? Compared to the people that are now in our area, and the continuing influx of more people, we have very little beach area that is useable for swimming. May all of you on the commission give serious consideration to expediting a greater use of the lagoon. Sincerely, Mrs. Robert Beach 4055 Syme Drive Carlsbad, Ca. 729-3969 August 2, 1985 TO: DAVID BRADSTREET, PARKS & RECREATION DIRECTOR FROM: DOUG DUNCANSON, PARK SUPERINTENDENT RELOCATION OF HISTORICAL OIL DRILLING APPARATUS TO LEO CARRILLO RANCHO A recent E.I.R. has identified an old (60-70 years) piece of oil field machinery. This equipment is located on property east of El Camino Real, approximately 100 yards off the street at the intersection of Dove and El Camino Real. The Carlsbad Historical Society has expressed interest in salvaging this item. In addition the Historical Society has requested this item be placed at the Carrillo Ranch Park Facility. The property owner has given the okay to remove this item as long as written release of liability is granted. The cost to relocate this apparatus would be approximately $1000 in crane and material fees. In addition staff time to properly move this item is estimated at 40 hours. DJD:dc , cc: Marge Howard Jones, Historical Society R. Patchett, Assistant City Manager ATTACHMENT "E" August 9, 1985 TO: DAVID BRADSTREET, PARKS & RECREATION DIRECTOR FROM: MARSHA PAYNE, ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT ^T GRANT APPLICATION The State of California is accepting grant applications for grant funding through the 1984 Parks and Recreation Bond Act. This is a competitive program and the State expects to receive over 1100 proposals. We would compete with other jurisdictions in San Diego County. The deadline date to submit an application is October 1, 1985. Last year we received $145,000 for Calavera Hills Community Park - Phase II. Staff is recommending that we select the construction of the Community Center at Stagecoach Park as our project. The City has a tremendous need for this facility, and all the documents needed for this grant application are available. In previous years, the State would allow agencies to submit their CEQA documents (Environmental Reports) at a later date. This year all information must be submitted by the deadline date. The City will be requesting approximately $150,000. MP:dc ATTACHMENT " F» RECEIVED JUL 0 8 1985 STATE OF CALIFORNIA—THE RESOURCES AGENCY GEORGE DEUKMEJIAN, Governor DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION -*0. BOX 2390 vCRAMENTO 95811 (916)445-4441 July 1, 1985 TO: LOCAL AGENCIES INTERESTED IN STATE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION GRANT PROGRAMS The State Budget for 1985/86 containing several hundred 1984 Bond Act grants resulting from the first year competition has been passed and signed by the Governor. Grant recipients will soon receive contracts to sign and return. Now is the time to start preparing your grant project proposals for the 1986/87 fiscal year for the Regional Competitive and Lakes, Reservoirs and Waterways Programs, and the 1985/86 Roberti-Z'berg Needs Basis Program. It is expected that the second round will have about the same level of competition as the previous year — some 1,100 proposals. All three programs have an October 1, 1985 grant project proposal dead- line. In previous years there was a brief "grace" period for submission of CEOA documents, allowing extra time for applicants to complete their applications. This year we are requiring complete applications by October 1, 1985. We urge you to not postpone the preparation of your project proposals and to obtain your CEQA clearances or permits before that date. Please review your 1984 Park Bond Procedural Guide for application forms and procedures and the detailed description of what constitutes a complete application. If you need additional copies of the Guide, please let us know. Sincerely, .Russell W. Porter Director of Grants Administration RECEIVED «J6 (885 P.O. BOX 2117 - CARLSBAD, CA 92008 Dave Bradstreet, Director P a r k s & R e c r e a t i o n D e p t. City of Carlsbad 12OO Elm Carlsbad, CA 92008 Dear Mr. Bradstrset: As per our recent discussions concerning a facility tor Indoor Soccer, I would like to make the following proposal. Indoor Soccer Of Carlsbad would like to convert one of the tennis courts on Monroe St. (Next to Municipal Pool) to an 1 ncloor 3occer t aci 1 i1.y. The two north courts are in bad shape and need considerable improvements. Due to the poor condition of the surface very few people use them. One has already been converted to P'addle Tennis, and we would like to use the other one tor 1ndoor Soccer. Our Soccer Club ', l.b.u.C.} would build the court at our expense, it would have plywood walls and artificial turf for the playing surface. We would not remove arvv fencing or alter the existing court in any way except removal of tne existing tennis net. The court could be removed at the c i t y' s r e q u e s t o n v e r v =, hart notice. We would request use of the court for at least one year, or until we could find a permanent location -for the citizens of Carlsbad to play Indoor Soccer. I have attached a rough sketch and diagram of how the court would be constructed. Time is of the essence so the youth of the city can play this next season. Therefore we would request anv decision at the earliest possible date. Thank you very much for your help and attention to this matter. erely v r Tames' A. Courtney indoor Soccer Of Carlsbad ATTACHMENT "G1 . 8 _ W«dne$doy, July 31, '985. Goost Dispatch — Stiff photo? WPw Qoodmttt We're now getting one-fourth as much park land for each new resident as we did in 1974 Developers' park fees too low Ov"ver the past decade, San Diego County has fallen behind in providing parkland for its resi- dents. Everyone knows that California land prices skyrocketed in the middle and late 1970's. But our county Department of Parks and Recreation has been unable to keep pace because the park fees paid by developers have remained un- changed since 1974. Obviously, a change in the fee structure is long overdue. Housing prices have roughly quadru- pled since 1974, which means that the cost of buying parkland has gone up by a similar amount Since the fees have stayed the same, we're now/getting one-fourth as much park land for each new resident as we did in 1974. That's unfair to everyone. We live in one of the most desireable areas in ' the nation, and growth is inevitable. But we can /i and should make new growth pay its own way by • assessing equitable fees for capital improve- ments that will be used by new residents — like parks, schools, roads, sewers and fire stations. That's fair, and that will help keep San Diego County desireable — and solvent Thanks in part to a controversy over a park adjacent to a proposed condominium develop- ment on D Street in Encinitas, the county has finally decided to review its park fees. (That unfortunate incident probably could have been avoided if park fees were more realis- tic. As it was, the Parks Department found itself asking for only $18,000 in park fees instead of ,93-acres of land — and the neighbors were jus- tifiably outraged.) The county's current park fees range from $100 to $150 per dwelling unit, depending on the type of housing. This contrasts with a range of $382 to $818 in Carlsbad, and from $517 to $970 in Ocean- side. The City of San Diego's fees will soon be revised, because they are in the $150 to $200 range — and that city has already collected fees as high as $1,400 per unit in North City West The county Board of Supervisors will soon be considering a proposal to increase its park fees, and we encourage them to approve a healthy hike to get us in the same ballpark as our neigh- boring cities. An increase of $500 or so per dwell- , ing unit won't price consumer* out or the home?,.^ '1 buying market, and it will make new reaUentM)i pay their fair share for services they'll need.''Hip And to assure that we don't fall a decade be- hind again, how about reviewing these park fees and other fees on an annual basis? Most school boards evaluate their developers' fees every year to be sure they are in line with, increases in inflation. The county Board of Su- pervisors .ought to consider the same procedure. ATTACHMENT "H1 *h' • v>A golf/course at Macario Canyon?CF, ...-,£ , .-/... By HANI?•By HANK LITTEN The Carlsgdbd column: I1 I have met a lot of good people on 'golf coure/around the world and I've always wondered why Carlsgood doesn't rave a'golf course for our citizens md tourists. Yes, La Costa's two courf es are great, Rancho Carls- bad is excellent for the casual golfer and the flew Olympic Resort complex is interesting and excellent for prac- tic-~ I ' L <.tfe past, city planners have been advised that a golf course is im- practical for Macario Park and their futur| plans do not include one. However, with the interest of Rick Engineering's Bob Ladwig and Alta Mira resident Jim Smith, your Carls- good columnist is seeking to revive interest in a Carlsgood golf course. Bob's detailed plan calls for a reg- ulation 18-hole course that would play to a par 73 and feature some ter- rific views of the Agua Hedionda La- goon and the ocean over its 6,111 yds. Having been involved in the plan- ning and development of five golf courses, I know that private enter- prise is now successfully developing golf courses with the cooperation of cities and both sides profit from the innovative programs at no cost to the taxpayers. The city of Indian Wells is :he most recent successful example •vith its hotel and 36-hole tourist/ citizen related golf complex on city- owned property. We have discussed the possibility of a golf course on city-owned land with Mayor Casler, council members, top city management and the parks and recreation staff. Jim plans to make a presentation soon before the Parks and Recreation Commission and would like to determine the amount of interest Carlsgood resi- dents have in a public golf course. Our early indication is that the sup- port will be tremendous. Ideally, we would like to have the names of several hundred citizens who will support the program. If you are in favor of exploring this exciting possibility please drop me a line at 7108 Santa Barbara. D Two good guys' names were omit- ted in the composition room setting my last column. Car Country Carls- bad president Walt Murphy and Tournament Chairman Don Stewart, of Bob Baker's dealership, were the hard workers who helped make the Car Country-Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce golf tournament a huge success. The Boys and Girls Club of Carlsbad was the happy recipient of the excess funds. DGood deeds are usually a labor of love in a small community such as Carlsgood, but it's a real shame that often the people behind the scenes of community events never get the attention or credit they deservg. Often their hours of hard work do not result in their efforts being appreci- ated and accepted by a lethargic citizenry. One contemporary exam- ple is the acceptance of the current Carlsbad Patrons of the Art produjf tion of "Harvey," which has strug^ gled through mediocre attendance despite tremendous raves for tite play in its opening week. * For the past several months, hard working Muriel Roston, president »f the Patrons of the Arts, producer and co-director of "Harvey," has beeij working almost night and day with the myriad of activities that are so necessary to the success of a complex community production like this one;. Patron vice president Bobbie Hod^ er has given up many an evening antf weekend as house manager, while* Richard Irving, the La Costa resident whose "Wallenberg Story" wafc nominated for several Emmys, is the talented director who has worked around the clock with his terrifi? cast. •» Why not call the box office at 434- 1621 for last minute tickets for tonight or the Sunday matinee? You'll feel good. ATTACHMENT 1200 ELM AVENUE • "JSKT M TELEPHONE CARLSBAD, CA 92008-1989 »»O/JJ (619)438-5599 Office of the Mayor City of Cartebab July 29, 1985 Mr. William Briner, Director State Department of Parks and Recreation P.O. Box 2390 Sacramento, CA 95814- Dear Mr. Brlner: I am writing to you on behalf of the citizens of the City of Carlsbad to solicit your support in solving a very serious problem. The problem is that the State does not provide lifeguard services to a one mile stretch of beach between the area north of Oak Avenue and the mouth of the Buena Vista Lagoon in Carlsbad. In years past this was not much of a problem because of the rocky nature of the beach, but due to a large volume of shifting sands this has become the most attractive beach area along our coastline. This is not the first time this issue has been raised with the State Department of Parks and Recreation. I have enclosed copies of previous correspondence to facilitate your prompt and personal attention to this matter. In your department's correspondence you cite the State Public Resources Code, Sections 5003 and 5007 and conclude "My Department has no legal authority to expend funds for the care, maintenance or control of any lands which are not part of the State Park System." You go on to state, "We may enter into contracts with cities, ... for the care, maintenance and control of lands not under our jurisdiction." What you are suggesting is that if the City would pay, your department would provide the lifeguards. I appreciate your position, but this City and many other coastline cities are not in a position to pay but we do provide police, paramedic and other local services to these beaches, and State beaches. This is not just a Carlsbad problem so I would challenge you and your staff to work with the City of Carlsbad to explore alternatives aimed at solving the problem. A few ideas which I have thought of are listed below. I would appreciate your review and suggestions on how these could work. A. Homeowners In the affected area could grant the State an easement to Include the beachfront area in the State beach system during the swimming season. How would your department react? B. If the City authorized lifeguard stands on our beach accesses in this area, would the State take advantage of the opportunity? As I mentioned previously, this is the nicest beach in Carlsbad and is the center of beach activity. C. Is there any authority that rests with the State to form a lifeguard assessment district? D. If the Community were to raise funds to pay for lifeguards, how much would the State charge to cover the specified area? I am sure that if you look at this with the intention of solving the problem, there is a means to do so. I have listed my ideas, but I know there must be others I have not recognized. This is no doubt a liability problem statewide that we would all like to solve. It makes no sense to me for our residents to be placed in an unguarded, potentially unsafe recreation environment simply becuase of rules or laws which may need amending. I solicit your help and offer mine if I can be of any assistance in identifying a solution to this problem. \,\^< MARY CASL&R Mayor MC:ds cc; City Council Parks and Recreation Commission Paul Albertson, M.D. Senator Bill Craven Assemblyman Robert Frazee Aseemblyman Bill Bradley Enclosures RECEIVED DEC 0 51983 STATE OF CALIFORNIA STATE LANDS COMMISSION 4NETH CORY, Controller LEO T. MCCARTHY, Ueunntm Governor MICHAEL FHANCHErn.Dinetor off/rune* GiORGE DEUKMEJIAN. Governor •$$$*&;&b^$fe. '&m**z$f f Of c&V\V EXECUTIVE OFFICE 1807 - 13th Street Sacramento, California 96814 CLAIRET. DEDRICK Executive Officer November 29, 1983 Shirley Dahlquist, Chairwoman Parks and Recreation Commission City of Carlsbad 1200 Elm Street Carlsbad, California 92008-1989 Dear Ms. Dahlquist: Your letter of September 27, 1983, requested state lifeguard services for a mile stretch of beach between an area north of Oak Street and the mouth of Buena Vista Lagoon in Carlsbad. The State Lands Commission holds title to sovereign public trust lands which were acquired by California at statehood. These sovereign lands include the three-mile-wide strip of tide and submerged land adjacent to the coast and lying waterward of the ordinary high water mark (Civil Code § 830). As to the area referred to in your letter, the exact location of this line has not been determined or fixed by agreement or adjudication. All of the public trust lands at this location (lands waterward of the ordinary high water mark) are subject to recreational use by the public? however, as is true with the vast majority of public trust lands in the State, in the absence of any agreement with a local or state agency, no lifeguard services are provided. The State Lands Commission is not funded or staffed to provide lifeguard services for any of the appointed 1,100 miles of state coastline. The State Lands Commission would be willing to help coordinate some type of contract or agreement between the Department of Parks and Recreation and/or the City of Carlsbad to insure the protection of the public's health and safety. Shirley Dahlquist -2- November 29, 1983 Recently enacted urgency legislation gives State Parks the ability to enforce their rules and regulations on adjoining tidelands. Given this. Parks may be able to respond more readily to your request. Enclosed is a copy of Chapter 897 of the Statutes of 1983. Should you desire further information, please contact Georgia Lipphardt at (916) 322-7803. CLAIRE T. DEDRICK Executive Officer cc: Herbert L. Heinze, Regional Director Department of Parks and Recreation Southern Region Headquarters 2505 Congress Street San Diego, CA 92110 Honorable Robert C. Frazee Assemblyman, 74th District Attn: Richard Ledford 3088 Pio Pico, Suite 200 Carlsbad, CA 92008 $TA« Of CAUKMHIA—TMI •MOUtCWAOMC,GEORGE OEUKMEJIAN. Governor 083.3-403DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION Southern Region Headquarters 2505 Congress Street San Diego, California 92110 (619) 237*7961 October 13, 1983 Ms. Shirley Dahlquist, Chairperson Parks and Recreation Commission City of Carlsbad 1200 Elm Avenue Carlsbad, California 92008 Dear Ms. Dahlquist: Director Brlner has asked me to respond to your letter of September 27, 1983 requesting us to assume the responsibility of providing guard towers and lifeguard services to a one mile stretch of beach from Oak Street north to the mouth of the Buena Vista Lagoon in Carlsbad, California. You have correctly stated that'the beach below the mean high tide line 1n this area is owned and under the jurisdiction of the State Lands Commission. The beach above the mean high tide line, with the exception of three City owned 50 foot wide stairway accesses, is privately owned. Code, Section 5003 and 5007, define the State Parks and Recreation Department. legal authority to expend funds for the control of any lands which are not part However, we may enter into contracts with cities, other political subdivisions of the state for the The State Public Resources powers and duties of the My Department has no care, maintenance or of the State Park System, counties, or care, maintenance and control of lands not under our jurisdiction. As the land in question is not part of the State Park System one way we can provide the services you are suggesting is to enter into a contract with your city. The only other way I'm aware of is by special legislation including an appropriation to cover our costs. The fact that no services are being provided on this beach is not a unique situation. Many miles of state, county, and city owned beach along California's_coast are used by the public for beach recreation purposes without benefit of lifeguard or other services. Ms. Shirley Dahlquist, Chairperson Page 2 October 13, 1983 Thank you for expressing your concern in this matter. I regret that your request cannot be complied with as you suggested. Sincerely, Orig'-al 5:^:: : 1 '_y Herbert L. Heinze, Regional Director Southern Region HLHisel cc: Senator Craven Assemblyman Frazee Director's Office Commissioner Trusse Norris State Lands Commission Mayor Mary Casler San Diego Coast Area TO: Parks & Rec = FROM Mayor's Office 3855 Avocado Blvd.. : 1619) 569.56*5 140-75. La Mmi'-Ot 92041-7396,^si --1^ Vk. ^ C"t.««^ postcard Parks & Recreation Commission August 19, 1985 "The Green Sheet" Several local beach residents met with Officer Matney of the Police Department and Marsha Payne and Doug Duncanson of Parks & Recreation to discuss various problems on the stretch of beach between Elm Avenue and Ocean Street. Officer Matney will approach the Police Chief to see if it's possible to hire an officer to patrol the area. The California Conservation Corp (CCC) will start fire prevention work on August 12 to protect homes in the Woodbine Banks area. Sue Spickard has been selected as Senior Citizen Coordinator. She will start work on Monday, August 12th. We would like to welcome her aboard. The Senior Citizens Association elected new officers on Tuesday, August 6th. The new board members are: Howard Harmon, Stella Sanchez, David Castner, Hugh Vickery, and Grace Gore. Don's Crane Service has been hired to remove the tules at the north end of Cannon Lake. The project will start August 19th. New "non-rusting" dressing room stalls have been installed at the Swim Complex. Upcoming Sporting Activities: - Men's Softball Tournament, August 17 & 18 at Pine Field - 1st Annual Senior Softball Tournament, Agusut 23, 24, & 25. It will be held at Levante Park. The first game is at 5:30 pm on Friday. - Coed & Men's Volleyball Tournament, August 31st at Pool Side Park. Did you know there's open volleyball every Tuesday and Thursday nights? It's held at Pool Side park from 6-8 p.m. July 26, 1985 TO: PARKS AND RECREATION DIRECTOR FROM: PARK SUPERINTENDENT COST TO REHABILITATE GRANARY I have discussed the necessary improvements required to bring the granary building up to uniform building code standards. The estimate of the building department staff is approximately $6,000. This figure would be substantially lower if volunteers were to provide the labor, j %S fe"< DOUG/I/UNCANSON ^DD:dc ATTACHMENT "A1 RECEIVED JUL 2 51985 July 22, 1985 City of Carlsbad Parks and Recreation Commission 1200 Elm Avenue Carlsbad, Ca. 92008 Gentlemen: In talking with Shirley Dahlquist the other day on the tele- phone, I expressed my agreement with her plan of asking the state of California to take over the Agua Hedionda Lagoon to develope it for recreational purposes »' Before developers take over the entire available shoreline, certainly the city and state could work together to insure some free public access to the lagoon.1 As you know, the end of Hoover Street at one time had a small area that was used for picnics, etc. I realize the cost would be large to dredge the 3 connected lagoons, but with 3DG&E help, and the state and city putting forth real effort, this natural recreation area could be- come a place of enjoyment and beauty to Carlsbad.1 Since our beaches are almost all racks at present, a small owimming and picnic area 9t the end of Hoover Street on the lagoon is very much needed by the public? Compared to the people that are now in our area, and the continuing influx of more people, we have very little beach area that is useable for swimming. May all of you on the commission give serious consideration to expediting a greater use of the lagoon. Sincerely, Mrs. Robert Beach 4055 Syme Drive Carlsbad, Ca. 729-3969 Attachment "C" Ci'y of CARLSBAD Car/sbad, San Diego Gas & Electric July 3, 1985 Mr. Frank Aleshire City Manager City of Carlsbad 1200 Elm Avenue Carlsbad, CA 92008-1989 Dear Mr. Aleshire: We appreciate your letter of June 11, 1985, concern- ing SDG&E's position on certain Carlsbad issues. As agreed at the meeting of June 12, you have stated the City's position on each issue. We assume that the issues were not necessarily prioritized. If that assumption is incorrect, or if there is a priority, SDG&E would like to know the relative importance of each item. Below, we've outlined our informal position subject to a further review by SDG&E staff. This is an effort to be responsive and give the City an indication of our preliminary feelings and/or concerns on the issues. A more formal response will be forthcoming once staff has made a full review of each issue. 1. Dredging -- a. The 12 acres outlined in the Corps of Engineers study to be dredged in the inner lagoon of Agua Hedionda are con- sistent with our intent of maintaining an emergency body of cooling water for the power plant. b. Before SDG&E could contribute to the dredging, one would have to find a direct benefit to our customers. The plant oper- ators do not find the direct benefit in this case. However, we may have our dredge at Encina available in the future for service at a specified contractual rate. This in itself may be economically attractive to the City and Army Corps of Engineers. ATTACHMENT "C" POST OFFICE BOX 1831 • SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA 92112 • TELEPHONE: 619/696-2000 Mr. Frank Aleshire -2- July 3, 1985 c. SDG&E would extend the lease for five to ten years with options for future years. It is our intent to leave the lagoon in its present form for the most part. This portion of your request has been directed to other departments for further analysis. 2. Lease vs. Purchase -- a. SDG&E presently leases the water surface to the City on an annual basis. Our pro- posed specific plan process for the land east of 1-5, will discuss south shore use and permanent access. b. Longer lease or sale is being investigated by other departments. A fuller description and response to come later. 3. Artificial Seaweed -- a. SDG&E would most assuredly approve the project if there's no impact to the placement of sand on this beach. A further analysis will be done. b. Again, we see no direct benefit to our customers, therefore, we would not contribute. SDG&E also appreciates the fine cooperation and open communication with the City of Carlsbad. Sincerely, E. M. Gabrielson, Manager Land & Environmental Department EMG:mem cc: G.A. Bishop ATTACHMENT "C" T.L. Sinnott RECEIVED JUN 1 8 1985 _1200 ELM AVENUE • S^.H TELEPHONE ARLSBAD.CA 92008-1989 WwiJM (619)438-5561 Office of the City Manager City of Cartebab June 17, 1985 Mr. Ed Gabrielson, and Mr. Art Bishop San Diego Gas & Electric Company Post Office Box 1831 San Diego, CA 92112 AGUA HEDIONDA LAGOON Several matters relating to Agua Hedionda Lagoon are being considered by the Carlsbad City Council. The purpose of this letter is to provide you with a brief description of those issues and to request that you advise us of the company's position on each. 1. -Dredging The city has a tentative commitment from the Corps of Engineers to provide $350,000 to dredge the easterly lagoon. The purpose of the project would be to remove sediments around the sand bar in the center of the lagoon and along the north and south shores. This would allow continued boating and water skiing. A copy of the Corps of Engineers proposal is attached. a. Would the company approve the project? b. Will the company contribute $175,000? (The required local match.) c. Will the company extend the lease with the city for 15-20 years? 2. Lease - Purchase In order to preserve the lagoon for public use and enjoyment it has been proposed that public ownership would be more appropriate than San Diego Gas & Electric ownership. It is believed that state funds might be ATTACHMENT "C" San Diego Gas & Electric Company June 17, 1985 Page 2 made available to improve and enhance the lagoon and surrounding lands if public ownership were a reality. a. Would San Diego Gas & Electric sell or lease the water surface and south shore lands to the city or the state? b. If so, what would the cost or conditions be? 3. Artificial Seaweed The city is considering an experimental installation of artificial seaweed. The purpose would be to build up and retain sand on the beach. One location we are considering is between the inlet and outlet in front of the San Diego Gas & Electric power plant. a. Would San Diego Gas & Electric approve such a project? b. Would the company contribute funds for the project? The City of Carlsbad appreciates the cooperation of San Diego Gas & Electric in being a good neighbor and taxpayer in our city. We look forward to working with you to resolve these and other issues. FRANK ALESHIRE City Manager FA:b Attachment cc: Council Members City Attorney Terry Sinnott, SDG&E David Bradstreet ATTACHMENT "C" MEETING WITH SDG&E 6/12/85 Council Conference Room City Staff Present: Frank Aleshire, City Manager, David Bradstreet, Parks & Recrea Marsha Payne, Administrative Assist SDG&E Representatives: Ed Gabrielson Art Bishop Terry Sinnott Mr. Aleshire had several issues he wished to discuss. They included: 1. Would SDG&E authorize the City to dredge the lagoon? Of course, this would have to be discussed by the company. If the dredging would be beneficial to the company, they would probably approve. The increase of tidal flushing could benefit the flow of water. 2. How much money would SDG&E be willing to contribute to the dredging? SDG&E would have to review any benefit to the customer. The need exists to have back-up water in the lagoon. If the jetty is blocked for any reason, the lagoon water would be utilized until the jetty was reopened. 3. Could the year to year lease be extended? SDG&E would have to review the liability concerns with their risk management department. 4. Would SDG&E like to give the lagoon away? If SDG&E were to give away the lagoon, how would this affect the rate payers? They would consider if proposed. They have to analyze the situation before an asset is sold. They are still concerned about having the power plant work at 100% generation. They need the lagoon water as a back-up. Once you give up control of property to the State, major problems can occur. Carlsbad has done a great job of preserv- ing their local land. SDG&E uses the lagoon for the water resource. They are not interested in the commercial or recreational uses. 5. Can the City use the fishing beach for public parking? The answer will probably be yes. There may not, however, be as many spaces as the City requested. ATTACHMENT Meeting with SDG&E Page 2 6. When will SDG&E dredge the outer lagoon? The lagoon is usually dredged in the spring between February 1 and April 15. They are proposing to dredge in the fall because of the excess build-up of sand. 7. Would SDG&E be interested in contributing to the purchase of seaweed? The City is considering the purchase of $450,000 worth of seaweed. The City will put up $450,000 as well as the manufacturer. Mr. Aleshire wondered if SDG&E would be willing to also contribute $150,000. SDG&E may consider, but the build-up of sand could create a negative impact for them. When they distribute sand onto state lands, they must pay a $1,000 a year royalty to the State Lands Commission. If sand builds up higher than the road, they will have to find somewhere else to dump it. This would not be cost effective. The City Manager would like to explore why it costs money to place sand on state property. He believed the state was trying to encourage the replenishment of the beaches. 8. Can the City and SDG&E exchange land at HUB park? SDG&E is very interested in developing the land between Cannon road and the power lines for commercial purposes. Once Cannon Road is constructed, the agriculture will disappear. This will mean that the Coastal Zone must be amended. In addition, the City will need access to a proposed boat marina. SDG&E is going to develop a Specific Plan for this property. This will include two plans. The first will be for the Utility area, west of 1-5, and a non-utility region to the east. They will hire a consultant planner to prepare the plan in conjunction with City staff. In addition, SDG&E will be constructing a 20" gas line under the power lines this summer. There apparently is no problem with building ball fields under the power lines. SDG&E may also be interested in participating in the Assessment District for the development of Cannon road if the area can be used for commercial purposes. In conclusion, if the City wishes to dredge the lagoon, they should send a letter explaining what their intent is. In addition, if the City asks SDG&E to give away or sell the lagoon, the reasons for this should be stated. / MARSHA PAYNE kaw ATTACHMENT "C" 'g «="5635 DO.2-ss-s c •s-s •Is ' OV) 4S•X 1111553-™ f ^ 1«. £C3 O «£: O.J*•s ssSflC QJ =3CL.JC OO S ai *|i!i 1td co u *™ S 3 S C!"i I•j 53 •** ° §C §•§ g « t> '« «8 o .5 ' S v o c ATTACHMENT "C Attachment "D1 August 2, 1985 TO: DAVID BRADSTREET, PARKS & RECREATION DIRECTOR FROM: DOUG DUNCANSON, PARK SUPERINTENDENT [&tiO RELOCATION OF HISTORICAL OIL DRILLING APPARATUS TO LEO CARRILLO RANCHO A recent E.I.R. has identified an old (60-70 years) piece of oil field machinery. This equipment is located on property west of El Camino Real, approximately 100 yards off the street at the intersection of Dove and El Camino Real. The Carlsbad Historical Society has expressed interest in salvaging this item. In addition the Historical Society has requested this item be placed at the Carrillo Ranch Park Facility. The property owner has given the okay to remove this item as long as written release of liability is granted. The cost to relocate this apparatus would be approximately $1000 in crane and material fees. In addition staff time to properly move this item is estimated at 40 hours. DJD:dc cc: Marge Howard Jones, Historical Society R. Patchett, Assistant City Manager ATTACHMENT "E" RECEIVED August 3, 1985 City of Carlsbad Office of Parks and Recreation David Bradstreet 1200 Elm Carlsbad, CA. 92008 re: Request to be placed on adjenda of Parks and Recreation meeting Dear Mr. Bradstreet, I am writing as a member of "Friends of Lake Calavera - Open Land Reserve" to request that one of our members be scheduled to appear at your meeting and be placed on your adjenda. We are interested in preserving Lake Calavera as an entity and are explor- ing alternatives for the lake. One such alternative would be to create a tri-city regional park. We would like to explore this alternative and are therefore requesting to be placed on your adjenda. Sincerely, Mary Friedman Member, Friends of Lake Calavera Open Land Reserve Attachment "F" Thursday, September 5,1985 The Blade-Tribune —13 North County V Lake-draining plan dumped By TERRY DODGERS Staff Writer CARLSBAD — Yielding to public pressure and negath e reactions from city officials, Cos a Real Water District directors Vednesday aban- doned plans to pull he plug on Lake Calavera. Director Allan Kelly, the originator of the idea to draiii the lake for use as a flood control icility, joined in a unanimous vote) rescinding the board's previous action. Kelly indicated his proposal was merely a trial baljoon he launched to see if anyone caril about the lake. "It was just a suggestion," he said. "It doesn't make any difference to me." The district's proposal to drain the lake — actually a man-made reser- voir no longer used as part of any drinking water system — aroused the concern of Oceanside residents whose homes overlook the site in northeast Carlsbad. Residents held meetings, signed petitions and drafted letters opposing the move. "I see that it got everybody's hair standing on end," Kelly said. "That was the best part of it." Director Norm Almack, who voted with a 3-2 majority favoring the School official arraigned on 1U felony charges By WALT FRAZER Staff Writer SAN DIEGO Fallbrook high was arraigned released on hi — A 35-year-old chool administrator oday on charges of misappropriating more than $1,000 of school funds. Arturo Santera was due to be own recognizance following the [arraignment on 10 felony counts that he appropriated funds earmarked for the school's migrant education program, of which he is the directir. According td deputy district at- torney John Heisner, Santoya could be sentenced to six years in state penalties of from two to four years, but, given the fact that he has no prior convictions, his maximum sentence would be in the neighborhood of six years. High school administrators were unavailable for comment, but a statement issued this morning stated that the dsitrict was "reviewing the charges" against Santoya, and that the district has "cooperated with the district attorney's office over the past several months while at the same time assuring that Mr. Santoya did not have access to any monies or financial records." , Sources close to the investigation said that the original accusations «-<i<-fa»<w4 lact Sontpmhpr and draining plan, said the ."interest of the people" changed his mind. "In my own mind, I suspected it (Kelly's proposal) was used as a means of getting people interested in it (the lake)," he observed. The city, the actual owners of the 35-acre lake and about 215 acres pf surrounding shoreline, was opposed to the district plans because "the presence of water maintains the in- tegrity of the dam itself," Roger Greer, city utilities director, said. : If drained, the earthen dam, built 44 years ago by a private water company that was bought out by the city, would be vulnerable to erosion as well as burrowing by rodents, he explained. "Once drained, in my opinion, 'it would never be usable again," he said, adding that the cost to rehabilitate the dam would be pro- hibitive. Kelly's suggestion to drain the lake arose from his concern over the district's potential liability for arty accidents that could occur on the property. Under a water service con- tract with the city, the district is responsible for maintaining the dam and security of the surrounding property. The city was unable to purchase dam failure insurance for the site, but the water district now has it covered under its policy with a water district association. Greer said the city doesn't share the district's concern over liability because no claims connected with accidents or deaths on the property have ever been filed. o t h E 0 tl th Attachment "F" -,,•A golf course at Macario Canyon? By HANK LITTEN The Carlsgdbd column: fc • I have m£t a lot of good people on golf coure/around the world and I've always wondered why Carlsgood doesn't hmve a'golf course for our citizens md tourists. Yes, La Costa's two counes are great, Rancho Carls- bad is excellent for the casual golfer and the flew Olympic Resort complex is i: fsting and excellent for prac- tic L. ttfe past, city planners have been advised that a golf course is im- practical for Macario Park and their futur^ plans do not include one. However, with the interest of Rick Engineering's Bob Ladwig and Alta Mira resident Jim Smith, your Carls- good columnist is seeking to revive interest in a Carlsgood golf course. Bob's detailed plan calls for a reg- ulation 18-hole course that would play to a par 73 and feature some ter- rific views of the Agua Hedionda La- goon and the ocean over its 6,111 yds. Having been involved in the plan- ning and development of five golf courses, I know that private enter- prise is now successfully developing golf courses with the cooperation of cities and both sides profit from the innovative programs at no cost to the taxpayers. The city of Indian Wells is .he most recent successful example *ith its hotel and 36-hole tourist/ citizen related golf complex on city- owned property. We have discussed the possibility of a golf course on city-owned land with Mayor Casler, council members, top city management and the parks and recreation staff. Jim plans to make a presentation soon before the Parks and Recreation Commission and would like to determine the amount of interest Carlsgood resi- dents have in a public golf course. Our early indication is that the sup- port will be tremendous. Ideally, we would like to have the names of several hundred citizens who will support the program. If you are in favor of exploring this exciting possibility please drop me a line at 7108 Santa Barbara. D Two good guys' names were omit- ted in the composition room setting my last column. Car Country Carls- bad president Walt Murphy and Tournament Chairman Don Stewart, of Bob Baker's dealership, were the hard workers who helped make the Car Country-Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce golf tournament a huge success. The Boys and Girls Club of Carlsbad was the happy recipient of the excess funds.n Good deeds are usually a labor of love in a small community such as Carlsgood, but it's a real shame that often the people behind the scenes of community events never get the attention or credit they deserve. Often their hours of hard work do not result in their efforts being appreci- ated and accepted by a lethargic citizenry. One contemporary exanj- ple is the acceptance of the current Carlsbad Patrons of the Art produJt' tion of "Harvey," which has strui-1 gled through mediocre attendance despite tremendous raves for th« play in its opening week. \ For the past several months, hard working Muriel Roston, president of the Patrons of the Arts, producer and co-director of "Harvey," has bee*! working almost night and day with the myriad of activities that are so necessary to the success of a compleji community production like this one!. Patron vice president Bobbie Hod;- er has given up many an evening antf weekend as house manager, whild Richard Irving, the La Costa resident whose "Wallenberg Story" wafc nominated for several Emmys, is the talented director who has worked around the clock with his terrifi? cast • Why not call the box office at 434- 1621 for last minute tickets for tonight or the Sunday matinee? You'll feel good. ATTACHMENT September 9, 1985 TO: DAVID BRADSTREET, PARKS & RECREATION DIRECTOR FROM: MARK STEYAERT, PARK PLANNER DEVIATION FROM MEDIAN DESIGN STANDARDS AS SET FORTH IN LANDSCAPE GUIDELINES MANUAL As part of conditions of approval for the Rising Glen project, the developer is required to construct a section of median in El Camino Real. The project landscape architect has written a letter (attached) in which he states a desire to deviate from the standard median treatment. In 1983 the Parks and Recreation Commission and City Council adopted the Landscape Guidelines Manual. It outlines a uniform standard for design of medians on all arterial roadways. The design is a combination of stamped concrete and planters (see attached). The standard was developed: 1. To provide a uniform theme throughout each arterial road. 2. For long term of maintenance for City crews. 3. To provide a safe environment for maintenance of median plantings. 4. To lessen the possibility of irrigation water spraying onto the street by reducing the amount of planting in the medians. Staff recommends denial of this request to deviate from the Landscape Standards Guideline. (a) There are no special circumstances related to this project to justify a variation from the standard. City engineering staff also supports denial of this request. MS:dc Enc. ATTACHMENT "I" August 8, 1985 Mr. Mark Steyaert, Park Planner c/o City of Cardiff Parks & Recreation Dept 1200 Elm Avenue Cardiff, California 92008 Dear Mark, Please make arrangements so that the Rising Glenn Tract Development's Median Strip (at El Camino Real) will be on the adjenda at the September 16th Park and Recreation Committee meeting. Again, we are asking to vary from the median strip standards described in the May 1983 Landscape Guidelines Manual. We wish to vary from the standards because of the rural nature of the area reflecting a more casual design with more planting and a less rigid planting layout. We feel that a random planting in conjunction with a native material, such as river rock on a weed retarding membrane, would be more appropriate. We also wish to contest the planning commission^N. 'resolution No. 2284 stating that we must take the burdeY of improving the whole median strip instead of half... J Plea'se give me a call on these two items Thank you for your attention to Sincerely, Steven Hare, ASLA cc: Mr. Helmut Kiffman STEVE HARE / & ASSOCIATES / • ATTACHMENT "I" land use planning • landscape architecture RLA *2521 619/282-8055 4118 ADAMS AVE. . 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City of Carlsbad 12GO Elm Carlsbad, CA 920O8 Dear Mr. Bradst As per our recent discussions concerning a facility for Indoor Soccer, I would like to make the following proposal. Indoor Soccer Of Carlsbad would like to convert one of the tennis courts on Monroe St. (Next to Municipal Fool;1 to an Indoor Soccer f aci111y. The two north courts are in bad shape and need considerable imp r ovemen t s. Due to t h e paar con d111on of t he surface ver y tew people use them, One has already been converted to i-'addie Tennis, and we wou. 1 d l i ke to use the otner one 1 n c! o D r b o c c e r . Our Soccer Club would build t-•:-• court at our ..expenses,. It would have plvwood walls and artificial turf for the playing surface. We would not remove anv fencing or alter the existing court in any way except removal of tne existing tennis net. The court could be removed at the c 11 y ' s r e q u e s t o n v e r v s h o r t n o 1.1 c e . _We woul d request use of the court -jfor at. 1 east one year, or until we could Tina a permanent 1 acation for the cit 12en s of Carlsbad to play Indoor Soccer. I have attached a rough sketch and diagram of how the court would be constructed. Time is of the essence so the youth of the city can play this next season. Therefore we would request anv decision at the earliest possible date. Thank you very much for your help and attention to this matter. erely y r am e s A. C o LI r t n e y indoor Soccer Of Carlsbad ATTACHMENT W«dfwdoy, July 31, 1985. Coast Dispatch — SUIT photo: Mia Ooedmtn We're now getting one-fourth as much park land for each new resident as we did in 1974 Developers' park fees too low Ov"ver the past decade, San Diego County has fallen behind in providing parkland for its resi- dents. Everyone knows that California land prices skyrocketed in the middle and late 1970's. But our county Department of Parks and Recreation has been unable to keep pace because the park fees paid by developers have remained un- changed since 1974. Obviously, a change in the fee structure is long overdue. Housing prices have roughly quadru- pled since 1974, which means that the cost of buying parkland has gone up by a similar amount. Since the fees have stayed the same, we're now]getting one-fourth as much park land for each new resident as we did in 1974. That's unfair to everyone. We live in one of the most desireable areas in the nation, and growth is inevitable. But we can ; and should make new growth pay its own way by assessing equitable fees for capital improve- ments that will be used by new residents — like parks, schools, roads, sewers and fire stations. That's fair, and that will help keep San Diego County desireable — and solvent. Thanks in part to a controversy over a park adjacent to a proposed condominium develop- ment on D Street in Encinitas, the county has finally decided to review its park fees. (That unfortunate incident probably could have been avoided if park fees were more realis- tic. As it was, the Parks Department found itself asking for only $18,000 in park fees instead of ,93-acres of land — and the neighbors were jus- tifiably outraged.) The county's current park fees range from $100 to $150 per dwelling unit, depending on the type of housing. This contrasts with a range of $382 to $818 in Carlsbad, and from $517 to $970 in Ocean- side. The City of San Diego's fees will soon be revised, because they are in the $150 to $200 range — and that city has already collected fees as high as $1,400 per unit in North City West The county Board of Supervisors will soon be considering a proposal to increase its park fees, and we encourage them to approve a healthy hike to get us in the same ballpark as our neigh- boring cities. An increase of $300 or so per dwell- , ing unit won't price consumers out or the home buying market, and it will make new rest pay their fair share for services they'll need. >1^ And to assure that we don't fall a decade be- hind again, how about reviewing these park fees and other fees on an annual basis? Most school boards evaluate their developers' fees every year to be sure they are in line with, increases in inflation. The county Board of Su- pervisors .ought to consider the same procedure. ATTACHMENT "K1 >'*^A| league CARLSBAD wjf OCEANSIDE P. O. BOX 1 1 CARLSBAD. CALIFORNIA 92008 AUgUSt 30, 1985 Mr. David Bradstreet, Director Parks & Recreation Department 1166 Elm Avenue Carlsbad, CA 92008 Dear Mr. Bradstreet. The Carlsbad Oceanside Art League (to be referred to as COAL) is seeking to enter into an agreement with the City of Carlsbad, Parks & Recreation Department for the use of the building known as the "Granary" now located on property known as Magee Park. COAL seeks to use the "Granary" as an art gallery and will conduct exhibits of works of art by members of COAL for the enjoyment and cultural enrichment of the public. We also wish to include in our agreement the use of certain other facilities located at Magee Park consistent with our needs on an availability basis for the purpose of conducting art classes or other programs for the benefit of the public. We are prepared to provide financial assistance in the necessary renovation of -the "Granary" with the understanding at the outset that COAL will work in conjunc- ion with whomever is designated to be in charge of said renovation in order that we may have our input concerning lighting, ventilation, security, etc., inasmuch as it affects the proper exhibition of works of art. We have been informed by Doug Duncanson that the estimated cost of renovation will be $6,000. We will be able to provide a maximum of $3,000, or one half share whichever is less. We will also need to know the estimated maintenance costs and the responsibility which will be ours in that regard. In return for our financial assistance and operation of the art gallery we wish to be awarded a 25 year lease at $1 per year. We understand that the City of Carlsbad does not grant exclusive use agreements and therefore are willing to allow small groups, which have been approved by the Parks & Recreation Dept., to use the premises at times which will not conflict with our regular gallery hours.. At the present time we anticipate that we will conduct gallery hours seven days a week, from 10 AM to 5 PM« This is COAL'S initial proposal subject to your agreement and the consent and agreement of the members of COAL. Please let us know at your first opportunity if the Parks & Recreation Commission require further clarification before a lease agreement can be implemented. V New Gallery Committee arbara Wilson, President COAL cc. Mayor Mary Casler, Councilwoman Ann Kulchin, Councilman Mark Pettine, Lynn Chase, Doug Duncanson, Shirley Dahlquist, Cathy Regan, John Conti, Marge H. Jones ATTACHMENT "L" Parks & Recreation Commission "The Green Sheet" September 16, 1985 The Stagecoach Community Park Groundbreaking will be held Monday, September 30th at 3:00 p.m. We would like all of the Parks & Recreation Commissioners to attend. In addition, grading for Stagecoach Park will begin around the beginning of October. The Senior Citizens Commission had their first meeting on Thursday, September 5th. They will be meeting the first Thursday of every month at 3:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. The City will be involved in a state wide beach clean-up on September 21st from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. We need volunteers to pick up trash. Lynn Chase is now responsible for the sale of boat permits and working with the operators of Snug Harbor Marina. The Enforcement Program at the Lagoon has been completed for this year as of Sunday, September 8th. The 4th Annual Triathlon showed a profit of $1,409. There were 775 participants and 203 community volunteers. We also had support and donations from 37 different organizations and businesses. The Carlsbad High School Water Polo Team has started practicing at the pool in the mornings and afternoons. Their first home game will be the 17th of September. The Swim Complex will be open an additional hour each day for public swimming. Art Braham has been hired as Custodian II in the Building Maintenance Division. We would like to welcome him to the Department. Upcoming Sporting Events; October 5 - Grass Volleyball Tournament at Poolside Park October 12 - Coed Softball Tournament at Carlsbad High School and Pine Field.